Gua Sha Therapy for Frozen Shoulder
Gua Sha Therapy for Frozen Shoulder
Gua Sha Therapy for Frozen Shoulder
5 Hours CE/CPD | On-Demand Webinar Course with Dr. Constance Bradley
Frozen shoulder can present with significant pain, restricted movement, and complex changes affecting the shoulder and surrounding tissues.
Gua Sha Therapy for Frozen Shoulder is based on a completed three-part webinar series and is now presented as an on-demand course with lifetime access.
Presented by Dr. Constance Bradley, the course combines Traditional Chinese Medicine principles with contemporary therapeutic applications for working with adhesive capsulitis.
Course Overview
Across this 5-hour CE/CPD course, students will explore the use of Gua Sha in the treatment and management of frozen shoulder.
The recorded webinar sessions explain relevant physiological mechanisms, demonstrate key techniques, and examine safe ways to incorporate Gua Sha into clinical practice for clients with shoulder dysfunction.
The course addresses treatment sequencing, pain and mobility considerations, integration with other manual and rehabilitative approaches, and important precautions and contraindications.
What You Will Learn
| Topic | Focus |
|---|---|
| Frozen Shoulder | Understanding the pathophysiology and clinical presentation of adhesive capsulitis |
| Gua Sha Foundations | Exploring the theoretical basis of Gua Sha within Traditional Chinese Medicine |
| Shoulder Techniques | Applying Gua Sha safely to the shoulder complex with appropriate tool handling |
| Treatment Sequencing | Structuring treatment to support pain reduction and improved mobility |
| Clinical Integration | Combining Gua Sha with other manual and rehabilitative approaches |
| Safety | Recognising precautions and contraindications for shoulder treatment |
Course Content
| Module | Focus |
|---|---|
| Clinical Foundations | Frozen shoulder presentation, relevant anatomy, and treatment considerations |
| Gua Sha Demonstrations | Practical shoulder techniques, application, and tool handling |
| Clinical Application | Treatment sequencing, integration, safety, and professional practice |
Who This Course Is For
This course is designed for massage therapists, acupuncturists, physical therapists, manual therapists, rehabilitation professionals, and other qualified practitioners seeking to integrate traditional tools with evidence-informed approaches to shoulder care.
About Dr. Constance Bradley
Dr. Constance Bradley, L.Ac., PhD, is an acupuncturist and integrative medicine educator whose work combines Traditional Chinese Medicine with contemporary clinical understanding.
She has presented internationally on acupuncture, facial rejuvenation, integrative pain management, and practical therapeutic applications of Gua Sha.
Included With This Course
| Included | Details |
|---|---|
| Recorded Webinar Sessions | Three recorded sessions covering theory, demonstrations, and clinical application |
| Course Workbook | Downloadable supporting workbook for study and practical reference |
| Companion Course | Structured supporting material designed to reinforce the webinar learning |
| Online Exam | Assessment included for course completion |
| Certificate | Downloadable 5 Hours CE/CPD certificate following successful completion |
| Lifetime Access | Study on demand and revisit the recordings and course materials at any time |