Description
Determine the massage treatment to be applied based on the medical diagnosis, the prescription plan, and according to the condition of the patient.
Alternative labels
establish individual massage plan
develop personalised patient massage plan
develop individual massage plan
create custom massage programme
determine personalised massage programme for patients
establish personalised patient massage plan
establish personalised massage plan
determine patient massage treatment according to diagnosis
create tailored massage programme
create patient massage programme
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
cross-sector
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Develop personalised massage plan is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Masseur/masseuse: Masseurs/masseuses perform massages to help their clients relax and de-stress according to their preferences. They use appropriate massages, equipment and oils and also instruct their clients on techniques to improve relaxation.
Aromatherapist: Aromatherapists use essential oils extracted from herbal products at the level of the interface skin and mucous membranes to improve the clients` well-being. They treat a variety of illnesses and physical or psychological conditions, under supervision and on a doctor’s order.
Massage therapist: Massage therapists provide therapeutic massage treatments to improve the well-being of their clients. They perform a variety of massage types such as shiatsu and swedish massage, according to their client’s needs and preferences.
Optional skill
Develop personalised massage plan is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Complementary therapist: Complementary therapists use a range of complementary and alternative therapies to work simultaneously with the clients` body, mind, and spirit in a holistic approach. They offer practices and services for holistic wellbeing, health maintenance, health education, health promotion and prevention of illness, along with the sustainable treatment of certain illnesses, especially chronic illnesses. Their practices include but are not limited to acupuncture, aromatherapy, banotherapy, homeopathy, and herbal medicine.
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