benefits of bodywork

Benefits of Bodywork

Essential - Embodying - Effective

Bodywork is not just a luxury, it's a necessity, especially the more we expect our body to perform.

Bodywork + herbs is the magic combo!

Throughout the different ages, cultures and lands, some form of bodywork has always been available to those who seek it. Whether or not you have ever experienced body work, Phyllis makes sure that this class can serve you as a comprehensive overview of a broad range of massage techniques from the East and West, their benefits, underlying traditions, and brief historical context. Through her holistic perspective, Phyllis also facilitates an understanding of why we should consider bodywork as part of our routine self-care.
Topics and Conditions presented:
  • The origins of massage
  • How bodywork affects different body tissues
  • How massage affects the lymphatic system
  • The importance of human touch
  • Tips for those who might feel a bit shy about touch
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Dry brushing
  • Myofascial release
  • Bruxism
  • and more!
Bodywork modalities:
  • Western and Eastern massage traditions
  • Rolfing
  • Craniosacral therapy
  • Chiropractic
  • Thai massage
  • Korean hand massage
  • Japanese massage
  • Native American healing touch
  • Lomi lomi
  • Romiromi and Mirimiri
  • Reflexology
  • Lymphatic drainage
  • Acupuncture and acupressure 

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1.75 hours of teaching

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This is for you if you...

would like to learn more about the reasons behind the benefits of bodywork and the anatomical components affected.
are curious about different modalities and their benefits.
are a practitioner and want to better understand who may benefit from different types of bodywork.

Upon completion, you will...

better understand why bodywork can have such beneficial effects.
have a broader perspective on available bodywork techniques.
gain insight into the anatomical and physiological benefits of different bodywork modalities.

Teacher

Phyllis D. Light, MA

As a 4th generation herbalist, Phyllis started with lessons from her grandmother who taught from her Creek/Cherokee heritage. Phyllis has studied and worked with herbs, foods, and other healing techniques for 30+ years. She is the author of Southern Folk Medicine and co-author of Traditional Western Herbalism Pulse Evaluation.

Certificate Included

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  • How to Get a Certificate

    • Complete course materials
    • Pass the test with a grade of 70% or better
    • Save or print your certificate!


    Available with subscription and individual course purchases.

  • Accreditation hours

    This course is a total of 2 accredited hours
    • 2 hours Basic Human Sciences


    *Please check with your accrediting agency whether they will accept accredited hours or certificates from the Matthew Wood Institute of Herbalism

Benefits of Bodywork

Bodywork is more than a luxury!
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