A Professional Guide to Supporting Older Adults Through Reflexology
The Geriatric Reflexology ebook is a specialized guide designed to support reflexologists working with older adult clients. It focuses on adapting reflexology sessions to meet the unique needs, health considerations, and comfort levels associated with aging.
This resource emphasizes safe, respectful, and client-centered care, recognizing the physical, medical, and cognitive changes that may occur in later life. Reflexologists are guided in modifying their approach while maintaining professional standards and scope of practice.
The content is structured to support both learning and practical application, making it a valuable reference for those working with senior populations in clinical, home-based, or care facility settings.
✔ Understanding age-related physical and health changes
✔ Common conditions affecting older adult clients
✔ Identification of appropriate reflexes to work
✔ Adapting pressure, positioning, and session length
✔ Recognizing contraindications and precautions
✔ Supporting comfort, dignity, and client communication
✔ Certified reflexologists working with older adult clients
✔ Practitioners providing services in homes or care facilities
✔ Students expanding into specialized client care
✔ Reflexologists seeking to improve safety and adaptability in practice
✔ Focus on safe and appropriate session modifications
✔ Clear guidance on working reflexes for older adults
✔ Emphasis on comfort, communication, and dignity
✔ Structured for both study and practical use
✔ Supports professional decision-making in real-world settings
Author: Donald A. Bisson
Publisher: Reflex Pro Services
Edition: Version 2.0 (Final Edition)
Format: Digital
Language: English
This ebook forms part of the Specialized Client Care series and builds upon the clinical foundation provided in the N101 Foot Reflexology Textbook and related clinical reference guides.
After completing this specialized guide, readers may wish to continue with:
Develop the knowledge and confidence to safely support older adult clients through reflexology.
Also available on Apple Books, Google Play Books, Kobo Books and Kindle at regular price of $39.95.