Aromatherapy for Headaches and Migraines (Distance Learning)

Distance Learning CPD Course

For the aromatherapist wanting to know more about these conditions that affect up to 15% of the UK population and how they can help them; the course teaches the use of a range of essential oils and offers various treatments to deal with headaches and migraines.

Lifestyle pointers for good health and the appropriate treatments will be demonstrated and practised.  Half theoretical and half practical to allow the therapist to understand and treat clients effectively, the course will cover:

• The definition and differences between Headaches and Migraines.
• You will be revisiting the anatomy of the face and neck to determine how muscular stress can be related to the pain
• The causes of headache and migraine will be explored including triggers, stress, hormones and diet etc.
• Different client groups and how to treat them
• You will be taught how to blend your own oils for headaches and migraine treatments
• The benefit of using hydrolats will be discussed
• There will be some teaching on pressure point therapy relevant to headache and migraine
• A seated neck, shoulder and head massage will be taught and practiced to give effective relief to headache and migraine sufferers

 Pre-requisite –

•  A qualification in Anatomy and Physiology
• An aromatherapy qualification to PPA standards