Erschienen in:
01.06.2014
Skin Cancer Education for Massage Therapists: A Novel Approach to the Early Detection of Suspicious Lesions
verfasst von:
Shannon C. Trotter, Qiong Louie-Gao, Meghan T. Hession, Deborah Cummins
Erschienen in:
Journal of Cancer Education
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Ausgabe 2/2014
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Abstract
Studies indicate that with training, nonmedical health professionals may be able to successfully recognize lesions suspicious for skin cancer and thereby assist with early detection of suspicious lesions. We present the results of a study aimed at assessing the efficacy of a 4-h continuing education program designed to educate massage therapists about skin cancer detection and prevention. Prior to and after the administration of the course, surveys were administered to attendees to gauge their ability to identify skin cancer and their comfort level with counseling clients with suspicious lesions. Our study suggests that while many massage therapists are educated on skin cancer and have experience referring patients for suspicious lesions, a 4-h educational session may not be sufficient to improve sensitivity of detection.