Orthopedic CHAIR Massage for Upper and Lower Body 9CE
March 1, 2026 @ 10:00 am – March 2, 2026 @ 3:00 pm
Orthopedic Chair Massage for Upper and Lower Body 9CE Total
Hours:
10am-3pm (with 1/2hr lunch break) each day.
2 day Course: 4.5CE each day, 9 Hours Total
Upper and Lower Body descriptions below:
$150 Total, To Register-Pay here: https://square.link/u/ibcivjIN
Email: [email protected] to confirm registration with “Chair” in subject line.
Orthopedic Chair Massage Upper Body Day 1
Description:
This advanced Orthopedic Chair Massage – Upper Body course is designed for massage therapists looking to enhance their skills in targeted upper body pain relief and mobility techniques. Participants will learn orthopedic massage, active release (ART), proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF), and advanced chair stretches to effectively address tension, restricted mobility, and chronic pain in the neck, shoulders, upper back, and arms. The course includes anatomy review, hands-on practice, and partner work, allowing participants to refine their ability to assess and treat common conditions such as thoracic outlet syndrome, frozen shoulder, and tension headaches.
By the end of the course, attendees will confidently integrate these techniques into their chair massage practice for clients in corporate, event, and clinical settings.
Who Should Take This Course?
• Licensed massage therapists looking to enhance their orthopedic massage skills
• Practitioners specializing in corporate, event, and on-site chair massage
• Therapists interested in rehabilitative and sports massage techniques
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this 4-hour course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the Importance of Upper Body Chair Massage Explain the benefits of seated upper body massage in corporate, clinical, and event settings.
- Identify common upper body pain conditions such as thoracic outlet syndrome, frozen shoulder, and tension headaches.
- Review Relevant Upper Body Anatomy Identify key muscles of the neck (SCM, scalenes, trapezius), shoulders (deltoids, rotator cuff), upper back (rhomboids, latissimus dorsi), and arms (biceps, triceps, forearm muscles).
- Understand common tension areas and their impact on movement and pain patterns.
- Learn and Apply Key Chair Massage Techniques Perform orthopedic massage techniques to assess and treat upper body dysfunction.
- Demonstrate Active Release Technique (ART) or Pin & Stretch for the trapezius, rhomboids, deltoids, and rotator cuff.
- Execute Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) stretching to improve shoulder range of motion and muscle flexibility. Integrate advanced chair stretching techniques to relieve upper body tension and improve posture.
- Develop Hands-On Proficiency in Application Assess and treat upper body tension and mobility restrictions using chair massage techniques.
- Work with a partner to practice hands-on techniques and refine body mechanics for seated massage.
- Adapt techniques for different client needs and seated massage scenarios.
- Integrate Techniques into Professional Practice Analyze case studies to determine appropriate techniques for specific conditions.
- Develop a plan for incorporating orthopedic chair massage techniques into workplace, event, and clinical settings. Receive and provide constructive feedback to refine skills.
Orthopedic Chair Massage Lower Body Day 2
Description:
This Orthopedic Chair Massage – Lower Body course is designed to teach massage therapists effective techniques for addressing lower body pain, tightness, and mobility restrictions while using a massage chair. Participants will learn orthopedic massage, active release (ART), proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF), and advanced chair stretches for treating the hips, thighs, calves, ankles, and feet. The hands-on training will focus on assessing and treating common conditions such as sciatica, IT band syndrome, and plantar fasciitis. By integrating these techniques into their practice, therapists will be able to provide pain relief and improve functional movement for clients in a seated position, making this an excellent addition for those working in corporate, sports, and clinical massage settings.
Who Should Take This Course?
• Licensed massage therapists seeking advanced lower body techniques
• Practitioners offering on-site chair massage or sports massage
• Therapists looking to expand their skills in functional movement and pain relief
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this 4-hour course, participants will be able to:
Receive and provide feedback to refine skills and enhance technique effectiveness.
Understand the Importance of Lower Body Chair Massage Explain how seated lower body massage benefits posture, circulation, and pain relief. Identify common lower body pain conditions such as sciatica, IT band syndrome, and plantar fasciitis.
Review Relevant Lower Body Anatomy Identify key muscles of the hips (iliopsoas, gluteus maximus, medius, minimus), thighs (quadriceps, hamstrings), calves (gastrocnemius, soleus), and feet (tibialis anterior, peroneals).
Understand how lower body muscle imbalances contribute to pain and movement restrictions.
Learn and Apply Key Chair Massage Techniques Perform orthopedic massage techniques to assess and treat lower body dysfunction.
Demonstrate Active Release Technique (ART) for the hamstrings, quadriceps, calf muscles, and iliopsoas.
Execute Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) stretching to improve hip mobility, hamstring flexibility, and ankle function.
Apply advanced chair stretching techniques to target hips, thighs, and calves for improved seated posture and relief from chronic tension.
Develop Hands-On Proficiency in Application Assess and treat lower body dysfunction and mobility restrictions using chair massage techniques.
Work with a partner to refine hands-on skills and learn proper body mechanics for lower body massage in a chair. Adapt techniques for various seated client needs.
Integrate Techniques into Professional Practice Analyze case studies to determine effective treatment approaches for lower body conditions.
Develop a plan for incorporating orthopedic chair massage techniques into corporate, sports, and rehabilitation settings.
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