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August 2022
Craig Knowles – Lymphatic Drainage Part 1 – Techniques
Craig Knowles - Lymphatic Drainage Part 1 - Techniques Lymphatic Massage is a type of gentle massage which is intended to encourage the natural drainage of the lymph, which carries waste products away from the tissues back toward the heart. The lymph system depends on intrinsic contractions of the smooth muscle cells in the walls of lymph vessels and the movement of skeletal muscles to propel lymph through the vessels to lymph nodes and then beyond the lymph nodes to…
Find out more »Scott Crewes – A Comprehensive Analysis of the Torso
Scott Crewes - A Comprehensive Analysis of the Torso Masks must be worn at all times while in the building Class Description Work smarter not harder! this 12 hr. hands-on course teaches precisely that. We'll take a detailed look at the neuromuscular junctions within the torso and how they play an intricate roll in some of the most common and uncommon Dysfunctions both anatomic and physiologic. Enhance your current skill set with this multi-dimensional approach. NMT, MFR, MET, just to…
Find out more »Carl Christie – Demystifying Neuromuscular Therapy – Spine
Demystifying NMT - Spine Class Description Neuromuscular Therapy(NMT) is a very powerful tool for taking your sessions to the next level. This class takes the complicated details of NMT and distills them into a few memorable lessons that make them easier to understand and incorporate into your current practice. This is a great introduction if you've never used NMT and a great refresher if you have studied it in the past. Spine - 12 Hours These conditions include but are…
Find out more »C. Mayumi Hawthorne – Contrast Therapy (using Hot/Cold Stones)
C. Mayumi Hawthorne - Contrast Therapy (using Hot/Cold Stones) Course Description We are excited to announce Contrast Therapy Massage (using Hot/Cold Stones) is at our Marietta campus. This 12 hours hands-on course will help provide you with a clear understanding of the application and bodily response to heat and cold application of water using stones. You will be able to explain and perform: Describe the benefits and contraindications of heat and cold applications using Basalt stones Proper protocol for a…
Find out more »Pam Nichols – Myofascial Isolation Lower Extremities
Pam Nichols - Myofascial Isolation - Lower Extremities Course Description Myofacial Isolation Lower Extremities is a comprehensive look at the muscles and movement of the hips and legs. The study of their functions, origin, insertion, and fiber runs. It is a unique blend of Neuromuscular Therapy, Myofascial Release and Isolation stretching. In the context of this course, Myofascial Isolation is performed with the intent of improving medical conditions or pathologies that have been prescribed by a physician. The course outline…
Find out more »C. Mayumi Hawthorne – Prior to Birth Massage (Prenatal Massage)
C. Mayumi Hawthorne - to Birth Massage - Prenatal Massage Description We are pleased to announce Prior to Birth A.K.A. Prenatal Massage is at our Lilburn campus. This 12 hours hands-on course is packed with information from the gestation period to actual performing soft tissue techniques used in Prenatal Massage today. The Prior to Birth Massage course will help provide you with a deeper understanding of the structural changes that a woman's body goes through during her pregnancy. You will…
Find out more »Sam Irwin – Orthopedic Assessment – Leg, Knee, Ankle, Foot
Sam Irwin - Orthopedic Assessment - Leg, Knee, Ankle, and Foot Description This is a 12-hour hands-on course dedicated to Orthopedic Assessment of the leg, knee, ankle and foot. Students will demonstrate proficiency in evaluation and treatment of specific conditions in the leg, knee, ankle, foot, including: inversion ankle sprain excessive Q angle IT band friction syndrome and more using various ROM evaluations, the HOPS method, etc. Class Info Supplies: Bring sheets and lotion/cream each day. DO NOT bring oil-based…
Find out more »Carl Christie – Demystifying Neuromuscular Therapy – Upper Extremities
Demystifying NMT - Upper Extremities Class Description Neuromuscular Therapy(NMT) is a very powerful tool for taking your sessions to the next level. This class takes the complicated details of NMT and distills them into a few memorable lessons that make them easier to understand and incorporate into your current practice. This is a great introduction if you've never used NMT and a great refresher if you have studied it in the past. Upper Extremities and Neck - 12 Hours In…
Find out more »Sam Irwin – Orthopedic Assessment – Leg, Knee, Ankle, Foot
Sam Irwin - Orthopedic Assessment - Leg, Knee, Ankle, and Foot Description This is a 12-hour hands-on course dedicated to Orthopedic Assessment of the leg, knee, ankle and foot. Students will demonstrate proficiency in evaluation and treatment of specific conditions in the leg, knee, ankle, foot, including: inversion ankle sprain excessive Q angle IT band friction syndrome and more using various ROM evaluations, the HOPS method, etc. Class Info Supplies: Bring sheets and lotion/cream each day. DO NOT bring oil-based…
Find out more »Magnus Eklund – Myofascial Techniques and Functional Movement Assessments – Head, Neck, Brachial Plexus and Shoulder
Magnus Eklund - Myofascial Techniques and Functional Movement Assessments - Head, Neck, Brachial Plexus and Shoulder Masks must be worn at all times while in the building Description This course presents the fundamental concepts & strategies of Synergeticâ„¢ Myofascial Therapy incorporating advanced myofascial techniques, stretching, joint ROM & functional movement for working with athletes. • Learn how to combine hands-on myofascial techniques with active movements for the athlete and active client. • Learn postural and movement assessments to better understand…
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