Understanding Scars CPD Course

This course is intended for therapists who have undertaken a basic body massage course, and want to understand more about formation of scar tissue and how it may impact on the body.  This course does not contain a practical element and is not suitable for someone who wishes to specialise in scarwork, but it will provide the introductory knowlege. Offers 12 CPD points.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

·         to review the physiology of the integumentary system

·         to differentiate between different types of scar tissue

·         to understand how scar tissue can negatively impact on bodily functions

·         to identify when infection and other complications have been an issue in wound healing

·         To identify precautions that must be taken in post surgical/post trauma clients

·         To learn how to assess a clients needs with regards to their scar tissue