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MF 1 - Myofascial Manipulation

20 hours, 2.0 CEUs (No Prerequisite)
Tuition: Tuition $595

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This seminar deals with the evaluation and treatment techniques of myofascial manipulation. In order for the body to maintain normal physiological motion and postural efficiency, there needs to be freedom from restrictions in the myofascial unit. The emphasis of this seminar is placed on the relationship of the soft tissue structures to the mechanics of the spine.

The lecture component consists of discussion of functional anatomy, posture, soft tissue anatomy, both normal and pathological treatment principles and the biomechanics of soft tissue. Soft tissue techniques directed at normalizing function will be demonstrated and practiced for the hip, pelvis, lumbar, thoracic and cervico-thoracic spines.

Learning Outcomes

At the completion of this seminar the therapist will be able to:

identify normal and abnormal postural components of the body with emphasis on the spine
identify and palpate key anatomical structures for soft tissue pathology
understand the interaction between soft tissue and joint mechanics to normal physiological motion
demonstrate and practice analyzing soft tissue mobility and muscle "play"
demonstrate and practice manipulative skills for myofascial dysfunction
demonstrate and practice a clinical approach to the proper sequencing of treatment
develop a basic understanding of the status of soft tissue research and connective tissue histology for rationalization of treatment principles

10:30 AM BREAK	10:15 AM BREAK	10:15 AM BREAK
Day One	Day Two	Day Three
9:00-10:30 Introduction to general concepts in Myofascial Manipulation	8:00-10:15 Lab: Myofascial Manipulation -Lumbar Spine	8:00-10:15 Lab: Palpatory Exam, U/T, Cervical and Myofascial Manipulation of Upper Thoracic
10:45-12:00 Posture Lecture Histology Lecture	10:30-12:00 Lab: Myofascial Manipulation -Lumbar Spine (cont'd)	10:30-1:30 Myofascial Manipulation Of Upper Thoracic/Shoulder Girdle
LUNCH HOUR	LUNCH HOUR
1:00-2:00 Histology Lecture 2:00-3:15 Posture Lab	1:00-3:00 Myofascial Manipulation -Lumbopelvic and Lower Extremity Lab (cont'd)
3:15 PM BREAK	3 PM BREAK
3:30-5:30 Lab: Autonomic Technique	3:15-5:15 Myofascial Manipulation -Lumboplevic and Lower Extremity Lab (cont'd)

Seminar ends at 1:30 p.m. on the last day.

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