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Terry Craddock
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- Farmer City, IL
- United States
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Terry Craddock's Groups
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Friends of "The Massage…
32 members
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Massage for a paralized…
9 members
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Erik Dalton Myoskeletal…
193 members
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Contraindications
92 members
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The Medically Frail Clie…
30 members
Terry Craddock's Discussions
Masseur? Masseuse? Massage Therapist?
one is the male gender and the other is female gender..Look at your license from state and the national certification..I believe it states licensed massage therapist... to call your self anything els…
Replied Dec. 2, 2009
Massage - Natural Talent or Taught Skill?
I think alot of what we attribute to intuitive prowess comes from past experience in the treatment field. I am considered by the people who know me as an extremely intuitive practioner. however to th…
Replied Oct. 14, 2009
Special Needs clients
Just an update, I have gone to the different sites (P.D. ,C.P. , S.B. and A.L.S. and have made post asking for feed back from the people who must endure the issues related to them... the turn out has…
Replied Oct. 2, 2009
Special Needs clients
Thank you Jenny, I appreciate any and all information. there just isn't much real evidence based information around and that is the real problem.. I think this group of people could benefit the most…
Replied Oct. 1, 2009
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A simple test to check for TOS is sit your client on a stool. locate the pulse point on the affected side at the wrist. Have client hold thier arm striaght out in front of them and then have them move the arm to the lateral side and if possib…
I do not wish to sound like the negative voices that your client will here from the medical profession." this is normal progression for this". unfortunately In my experience; I find that we can slow the process of contractures developing but we can…
Hi all, I have been working with S.B. clients and many of the things I have learned can apply to people who have a neurological paralysis. First of all depending on what expert you talk to the spasticity is a protection function for the muscles to k…
I think it is a wonderful growth experience for any therapist, but it requires a special sensitivity and touch. I want to open the discussion to explore the depth, the style, and the character of this massage to give the client the best results.
I could care less about if con ed is mandatory or not..I chose to continue learning as that is how I can offer my clients the best options available
one is the male gender and the other is female gender..Look at your license from state and the national certification..I believe it states licensed massage therapist... to cal your self anything else is false...
Thanks for the invitation to join this group. I look forward to the opportunity of open discussions with fellow students and yourself..." It is never crowded along the extra mile"
Dalton's muscle energy and myofascial mobilization techniques offer the pain-management bodyworker, sports therapist and structural integrator "Certified Myoskeletal Therapist" credentials that set them apart in the eyes of clients and referrals.
I think alot of what we attribute to intuitive prowess comes from past experience in the treatment field. I am considered by the people who know me as an extremely intuitive practioner. however to this I submitt that i spend at least 1 hour a day re…
My step son was hit by a car April 08 (before that he was a perfectly normal 20 yr old college junior--a body builder at that--his excellent preaccident condition being what probably saved his life...most people don't go head on with a car at 45 mph…
A discussion about localized, medical, and absolute contraindications, and how to talk with your clients about them.
Just an update, I have gone to the different sites (P.D. ,C.P. , S.B. and A.L.S. and have made post asking for feed back from the people who must endure the issues related to them... the turn out has been better than expected. I hope to soon post a…
Thank you Jenny, I appreciate any and all information. there just isn't much real evidence based information around and that is the real problem.. I think this group of people could benefit the most from our services. I think my next step is going t…
thank you for your input. I appreciate any and all information at this time.
Discussions and insight on techniques and treatment and support of clients who are considered medically frail such as those with ALS, MS, Parkinson's, in final stages of life, etc.
Profile Information
- What is your website?
- www.professionalmassage.us
- What was the name of your massage school/training program?
- parkland college
- Which modalities do you practice?
- Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Myofascial Release, Therapeutic Massage, Trigger Point Therapy, Medical Massage, Structural Integration
Comment Wall (6 comments)
- At 7:56pm on February 27, 2010,
Roger D. Werstler said… - Thanks for your connection, Terry. I welcome your help and suggestions. While my ambition wants to heal this boy in any way possible, my heart tells me to go gently. As you caution, I do not wish to bring him any new harm. Let's begin email exchanges and I look forward to developing my touch for Keagan. Roger
- At 4:49pm on November 14, 2009,
Gloria Coppola said… - Hi Terry
Would you please participate in the massage survey? It can be found in the discussion form "Massage Survey". Thanks!
- At 10:47am on October 7, 2009,
Susan G. Salvo said… - No problem. I will send you those entries in an email.
- At 5:03am on October 3, 2009,
Henry Hardnock said… - thanks for the invitation. im an early riser. i have been up since about 4 am brushing up on my C E class today on hip and low back. I alomost always find interesting things to add to my presentations. I like to be prepared. you never know what kind of questions may be asked. I live in Burkburnett Tx. it is about 15 miles from Wichita Falls Tx. although i live in burk i spent 99% of my time in WF TX. thanks. Henry
- At 3:19am on September 25, 2009,
Travis Alligood said… - Welcome Terry!
- At 1:57pm on September 24, 2009,
Darcy Neibaur said… - Welcome Terry
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