
Our goal was to develop the best IASTM education possible with the most up to date evidence-based research taught by the finest instructors in the world.
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*
- 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
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 AmericaMexico
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.
Contact us at Education@smarttoolsplus.com for details