Myofascial Techniques for Working with Migraines by Til Luchau

This webinar is a sample from the ABMP Education Center, which features 125+ on-demand continuing education classes for massage therapists and bodyworkers. ABMP members can earn free CE hours by completing a short quiz.

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About the webinar: Not all headaches are created equal. There are many sources of head pain, and what helps with one kind, can actually worsen another. Being able to distinguish migraines from other kinds of headaches is one key to effective hands-on work. Join Til Luchau as he presents a clear framework for distinguishing between neurovascular and musculoskeletal headaches, as well as practical tips you can incorporate into your hands-on work today.

About the presenter: Til Luchau writes Massage & Bodywork magazine's Myofascial Techniques column, and is author of the best-selling Advanced Myofascial Techniques textbook. He is a Certified Advanced Rolfer and lead instructor at Advanced-Trainings.com, which offers distance learning and in-person seminars throughout the United States and abroad. For more information, please visit http://Advanced-Trainings.com.

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