Breast & Chest Therapeutic Massage Training

Learn consent-centered breast and chest massage techniques in a hands-on workshop designed for massage therapists and bodyworkers. Join in this learning space guided by Cara Sether, Licensed Midwife and Licesend Massage Therapist as we learn the fundamentals of breast and chest massage. This course is intended for Licensed Massage Therapists (LMTs) — for direct application of breast massage techniques with clients; Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs, CLCs) — for supporting clients with engorgement, ductal narrowing, and milk flow; and Nurses (RNs, LPNs) — for clinical and postpartum care contexts. This class is foundational to a Breast & Chest series. In this course we are working primarily with healthy breast tissue. In this 1-day (8-hr) training we will cover the following fundamentals and hands-on skills: ❋ Anatomy & Physiology Breast anatomy and physiology Chest, shoulder, and upper back anatomy Fascial relationships Lymphatic pathways Normal tissue variation ❋ Clinical Foundations Contraindications Pathology recognition Scope of practice Professional draping Trauma-informed communication Informed consent ❋ Hands-On Techniques Supine techniques Side-lying techniques Semi-reclined positioning Client positioning Body mechanics Self breast massage instruction ❋ Common Breast Concerns Lactation support Narrowed ductal pain Breast tenderness Supporting lymphatic flow Scar tissue from breast procedures Chest tension and mobility Please note: This training does not cover techniques for breast cancer care, mastectomy rehabilitation, or lymph node surgery recovery. ** If you do not hold any of the previously mentioned pracitoner licenses and want to learn more about your body and ways to approach breast and chest health, please email me at [email protected] and stay tuned for futher classes.