Level 1 IASTM Toronto, ON

Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization Certification Course in Toronto, ON on 04-06-2019

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Course Prerequisites: *To qualify for attendance of this course, one must be a licensed provider or a student in the following disciplines: PT, PTA, DC, ATC, LMT, OT, OTA, DO, and MD.

*Manual therapy must be in the scope of practice in your licensed profession OR you must be a student of one of the professions listed above.

*Please Note: All tool purchases w/course will be shipped to course location*

This course lays the foundation for how to properly use the SMART Tools most effectively with respect to movement. The tools were made specifically for these technique protocols to produce superior patient outcomes compared to other IASTM technique. This is an evidence-based technique that stresses early loading exercises and kinesiology tape after SMART Tools treatment. The goal of therapy is to provide an optimal environment for the healing, by either modifying physiologic responses to injury (e.g., inflammation, muscle spasms, pain) or enhancing components of the normal musculoskeletal function (e.g., increase range of motion, increased muscular strength). No single therapeutic approach in isolation will completely resolve an impairment of musculoskeletal function. Smart Tool Plus® represents an approach to soft tissue manipulation that uses five different stainless steel instruments to release scar tissue, adhesions, and fascial restrictions. SMART Tools are designed to be used in conjunction with a thorough medical evaluation, movement based examination and other modalities to help patients overcome injuries.Therapeutic stretches and exercises (preferably eccentric exercises) are necessary to promote tissue lengthening and collagen fiber realignment, which help to prevent the released tissue from becoming restricted again.The primary objective of the Level 1 Certification course is to develop an understanding of the STP and how to apply it into the full spectrum of the musculoskeletal treatment approaches. By the end of the training, students will be able to:

Demonstrate a working knowledge of the STP Instruments, STP treatments and potential effects and benefits.
Identify and discuss the indications, contraindications (relative and absolute) of IASTM.
Review and develop a better understanding of soft tissue injury, healing and potential reactivity to instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (therapeutic and adverse).
Develop skill and competence in the STP application of the IASTM to the major regions of the spine and extremities.

Treatment effects of IASTM

Breakup abnormal densities in tissue
Stimulate nervous system
Reinitiate first-stage healing in the body via proliferation

SMART Tools IASTM techniques aim to treat the following Tissue Extensibility Dysfunctions

(TEDS):

Scarring & Fibrosis
Facial Tension & Densification
Neural Tension
Muscle Shortening
Neurologic Restriction
Trigger Points

This isnt Gua Sha, nor is this another general IASTM course. This is a movement-based IASTM course unlike anything currently offered. Our training course addresses the neurological component, as well as the physiological component of the IASTM and corrective exercises in ways other courses do not.This course is designed for clinicians that either have never used tools or have been using tools for years. Each will come away with new, innovative material.So if you want faster patient outcomes, quicker recovery time, improved clinician ergonomics to save your hands, and last but not least, no patient bruising, then register for a course today and add a powerful technique to your toolbox... no pun intended.

Date: April 6-7, 2019

Time: 8:00am - 5:00pm (each day)

Venue: Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy, 250 Davisville Ave, Suite 225 (Above the Goodlife Fitness), Toronto, ON M4S 1H2

*Located on the North East side of the intersection of Davisville & Mt. Pleasant.

Peter Lang, MD

Master Instructor South America
Mexico

Dr. Lang has over 5 years experience in clinical research and extensive experience teaching healthcare professionals for 15+ years ; Dr. Lang is a board certified clinical thermographer and Fellow of the Professional Academy of Clinical Thermology. Dr. Lang is certified in myofascial release, Structural Integration, Pold method, Smart Tools and Kinesio Taping. Dr. Lang has been in practice for many years using manual techniques in combination with taping, mobilization and postural analysis with a main focus on restoring the body biomechanics to regain homeostasis and avoid future injuries.

Dr. Lang has worked with a broad arrange of patients from high performance athletes to weekend warriors.

Course Description and Goals

Smart Tools Plus (STP) education and tools are a form of instrumentassisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) therapy. The five stainless steel instruments were designed for the unique programming taught in our classes. The purpose of this Level 1 training is to introduce clinicians to STP programming and tools and workshop each and every region of the body. Level 1 training includes assessment, treatment, physiological effects/benefits and indication/contraindications to IASTM.

Level 1 Course Objectives

The primary objective of Level 1 is to develop an understanding of STP and how to apply it into the full spectrum of musculoskeletal treatment approaches. By the end of the training, students will be able to:

Demonstrate a working knowledge of the STP instruments, STP treatments and potential effects and benefits.
Identify and discuss the indications, contraindications (relative and absolute) of IASTM.
Review and develop a better understanding of soft tissue injury, healing and potential reactivity to instrumentassisted soft tissue mobilization (therapeutic and adverse).
Develop skill and competence in the STP application of IASTM to the major regions of the spine and extremities.

Level 1 Prerequisites

Level 1 participants should have a welldeveloped working knowledge of the human neuromusculoskeletal system and its major structures. A list of suggested readings is disseminated to participants at the time of their registration. Prior experience with manual therapy and manual soft tissue mobilization techniques are helpful.

Teaching/Learning Methods & Materials

Various teaching methods will be utilized consistent with the various levels of complexity of the learning objectives. These will include explanations, demonstrations, performance, feedback, teaching, supervised open practice and case troubleshooting. Teaching materials include the Level 1 PowerPoint/Keynote presentation, Level 1 Training Materials and video demonstrations.

Saturday

8:00am – 5pm (8 hours) Level 1 Training Content
Checkin and distribution of materials begin 30 minutes prior to the time listed.

8:00am – 9:00am | Hour 1:
Introduction to the Technique — Participants review and complete the release of liability form. History, physiological rationale of IASTM, principles relating to soft tissue dysfunction and anticipated results from using STP instruments & Programming are covered. A review of the current scientific literature and evidence based model is discussed.

9:00am – 10:30am | Hours 2–3:
Introduction of STP Instruments and Treatment Philosophy — Demonstration of each instrument and edge, proper handholds and treatment strokes are taught. Lab instruction includes ‘scanning’, ‘pinning’, ‘prying & lifting’, and ‘clearing the path’.

1st BREAK: 10:30 am – 10:45 am

10:45am – 5:00pm | Hours 4–8:
Lower Extremity: Ankle/Foot, Lower Leg (anterior, posterior, deep posterior, and lateral), Knee— Participants learn how to apply the STP treatment strokes to the Lower Extremity: Below the knee. Suggested patient and clinician positioning and instrument choice is demonstrated and practiced for this region. Participants practice the above in lab format.

LUNCH: 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Upper Leg: Anterior, Posterior, Lateral, and medial thigh. P articipants learn how to apply the STP treatment strokes to the Lower Extremity: Upper Leg. Suggested patient and clinician positioning and instrument choice is demonstrated and practiced for this region. Participants practice the above in lab format.

2nd BREAK: 3:00pm – 3:15pm
Hip: Participants learn how to apply the STP treatment strokes to the hip external rotators and tensor fascia latae. Suggested patient and clinician positioning and instrument choice is demonstrated and practiced for this region. Participants practice the above in lab format.

8:00am – 5:00pm | Hours 8–16:
Torso: Lower Back (Iliac Crest, Sacroiliac joint, Paraspinals, Quadratus Lumborum — Participants learn how to apply the STP basic treatment strokes to the lower back. Suggested patient and clinician positioning and instrument choice is demonstrated and practiced for this region.

Sunday

8am – 5pm (8 hours)
Participants practice the above in lab format.

1st BREAK: 9:30am – 9:45am
Torso: Upper Back, Chest, Abdomen — Participants learn how to apply the STP treatment strokes to the rhomboids and latissimus dorsi. Suggested patient and clinician positioning and instrument choice is demonstrated and practiced for this region. Participants practice the above in lab format.

Torso: Chest/Abdomen — Participants learn how to apply the STP treatment strokes to the Pectoralis and Abdomen region. Suggested patient and clinician positioning and instrument choice is demonstrated and practiced for this region. Participants practice the above in lab format.

LUNCH: 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Head and Neck. P articipants learn how to apply the STP treatment strokes to the head and neck region including cervical paraspinals, upper trapezius, levator scapulae, and sternocleidomastoid. Suggested patient and clinician positioning and instrument choice is demonstrated and practiced for this region. Participants practice the above in lab format.

2nd BREAK: 3:00pm –3:15 pm Upper Extremity: Shoulder, Elbow and Wrist: Participants learn how to apply the STP treatment strokes to the upper extremity. Suggested patient and clinician positioning and instrument choice is demonstrated and practiced for this region. Participants practice the above in lab format.

25% fee for registration cancellations made less than 2 weeks before scheduled class date.
Training may be canceled if a minimum number of trainees are not reached one month prior to training. All registrants will receive a full refund or immediate transfer to a future training.
If a course has to be cancelled last minute, whether if the instructor has an emergency or the weather, we will do everything we can to notify you of any course cancellation.
Wear loose clothing, shorts preferable.
GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE: Every attempt is made to offer programs as announced. Smart Tools reserves the right to adjust program faculty, location, dates, times, and/or tuition to accommodate unanticipated occurrences, to limit seating, or to cancel due to insufficient enrollment. Smart Tools is not responsible for any expenses incurred by registrants due to program adjustments or cancellation. Only those who are preregistered can be notified in the event of changes/cancellation.
Policy for Grievance Resolution: A full description of the grievance must be submitted in writing to the Smart Tools Education Coordinator (education@smarttoolsplus.com). Upon assessment of the circumstances surrounding the grievance, the Coordinator will make a determination as to the validity of the complaint and the degree (if any) of Smart Tools’ culpability.Resolution may include any of the following:- Tuition fees may be waived- Tuition fees may be reduced- Tuition fees may be refunded- A credit amount may be given toward another class- No action taken, tuition fees may stand as advertised.