CE Credits: 12 Hours - No Prerequisites

Cost: $480 ($525 if registering within 7 days of class)

This live 12-hour course covers the basic skills necessary and to safely begin Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) techniques AND Kinesiotaping.  In this introductory skills acquisition course, participants will receive hands-on instruction in the proper use of IASTM and kinesiotaping techniques through a lab-focused teaching format. The course will address proper instrument selection and taping applications to address body contours and reach target issues.

COURSE OUTLINE

Day 1:

• Introduction: theoretical basis of IASTM, review of current literature

• Basic handling, tool selection, and basic treatment strokes lab

• Lecture/discussion – treatment integration and dosing

• Myofascia and cutaneous strokes lab

• Deep muscle strokes lab

• Ligament/ tendon treatment strokes lab

• Hard tissue/soft tissue interface lab

• Instruction in use of the Multi-tool and skills integration lab

 Day 2:

> Introduction to Kinesiotaping

> General taping information

> Home care instructions for patients/clients

> Pain Taping

> Edema Taping

> Posture Taping

> Diaphragm Taping

Please dress to allow skin access to your entire upper and lower quarters to enhance the learning process. Bring your favorite lubrication and two sets of sheets for the massage tables + blanket if desired. Massage tables are provided. Tool usage provided in the class. Students must show proof of professional liability to register.

Call Teresa Greene at 615-370-9794 if you have any questions.

Instructor: Dr. Jenson Gillette, a Georgia native, graduated from the University of North Georgia with a Bachelor’s degree in exercise science. Soon after, he began his chiropractic journey at Palmer College of Chiropractic’s Florida campus. “Dr. G.” also has a Master’s degree in Sports Science and Rehabilitation from Logan University. His main interests involve biomechanical patterns and extremity dysfunctions. Certifications include: Certified Chiropractic Extremity Practitioner, Fasical Movement Taping and Performance Movement Techniques from RockTape®, Advanced Principles of IASTM via HawkGrips and KinetaCore Functional Dry Needling Level 1.

Robin Green, LMT and Kinesiology Instructor, may assist.

CE Credits: 8 Hours - This is clothed/unclothed bodywork class. Students will decide what is best for the way they normally work.

Cost: $250 ($295 if registering within 7 days of class)

Course Objectives:

1. Students will be given a brief review of basic anatomy of connective tissue (C.T.) and fascial systems with specific focus on the specific meridian. Students will be given a brief review of basic acupressure theory and its relevance to fascial work.

2. Students will demonstrate the ability to perform varied still and active hands-on techniques releasing muscle tension and connective tissue patterns in the ankles, knees, adductors, lower abdomen, and diaphragm.

3. Students will leave with an understanding of how to integrate AcuFascial work into their individual practices.

Class Flow:

Morning session – focus on local/distal acupressure release for connective tissue components of the specific Meridian

Lecture / Demo / Trade

Lunch

Afternoon Session – focus on more Meridian/connective tissue release

Integrating Fascial Freedom techniques. Lecture / Demo / Trade

What to Bring:  Bring a set of sheets/blanket, face cradle cover, lubrication, hand towel, towel/blanket that will be used to cover chest, wear comfortable clothes and bring materials to take notes. Massage tables are provided. A lunch break will be taken midday. You may bring your lunch, or eat at one of the many restaurants located nearby.

Call Teresa Greene at 615-370-9794 if you have any questions.