Prerequisites: None
Class Open To: Licensed massage therapists only.
During this 8-week course we will explore various terrains of the body and learn treatment protocols for commonly occurring pathologies. There will be a discussion of each pathology along with a demonstration and practice of advanced soft-tissue techniques. Using myofascial work along with muscle-specific articulate techniques, we will comprehensively address a specific area of the body for each class. First, in a local and specific way, and then, more broadly so that the area of pathology can be reconnected back to the surrounding terrain, and its function reintegrated back into three-dimensional holographic movement.
The goal of this course is to learn result-oriented treatment protocols designed to help clients restructure their holding patterns and to generate pain relief, fluidity and ease of movement. The advanced level hands-on skills and knowledge gained from each class can be immediately incorporated into your regular practice. The aim of each class is to provide the therapist with a new arsenal of techniques for working on the terrain with confidence and skill.
Classes are held on 2 consecutive weekends: September 7-8 & September 14-15, 2024
Class 1: The Upper Back: kyphosis, upper back pain, disc issues, whiplash
Class 2: The Shoulder/Pectoral Girdle: nerve entrapment, tendonitis, frozen shoulder
Class 3: The Neck: whiplash, thoracic outlet syndrome, disc issues
Class 4: The Lower Extremity: chondromalacia patella, sprained ankle
Class 5: The Lower Back: low back pain, disc issues, lordosis
Class 6: The Hip: sciatica/piriformis syndrome, psoas issues
Class 7: Head and Face: migraine, TMJ syndrome
Class 8: Review and Certification Exam
Note: Passing the exam is required for Certification and for CEUs as well.
