Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation (IASTM) – 12 Hours (Computer-Based Training)

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The Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation (IASTM) course is carefully designed to offer a systematic and evidence-based approach that you can easily apply to patient care. By taking this course, you’ll deepen your understanding of Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM), a valuable technique that improves treatment results. You will learn to assess your patients more effectively, allowing for tailored treatments that address their specific needs. The course also provides hands-on practice with skills from the accompanying home study materials, ensuring you gain practical experience alongside theoretical knowledge. Specifically intended for therapists and therapist assistants, the Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation IASTM course covers foundational topics often missing in traditional physical therapy (PT), physical therapist assistant (PTA), occupational therapy (OT), occupational therapist assistant (OTA), and massage therapy programs. Join us to expand your skills and elevate your practice!

The Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation IASTM course is divided into twelve chapters. 

• Chapter 1: Foundation and the reason behind IASTM
• Chapter 2: Research and effectiveness of IASTM
• Chapter 3:  Principles and benefits of IASTM
• Chapter 4: Physiologic and neurophysiologic responses of IASTM
• Chapter 5: Types of tools available
• Chapter 6: Types of strokes, application, and use
• Chapter 7: Indications, precautions, and contraindications with IASTM
• Chapter 8: Fascia, fascial chains, and the fascial slings
• Chapter 9: Trigger points and adaptive shortening
• Chapter 10: Clinical Patterns of Movement Dysfunctions and Using IASTM
• Chapter 11:  IASTM techniques for the upper body, including cervical, shoulder, thoracic, and elbow regions
• Chapter 12: IASTM techniques for the lower body, including lumbar, hip, knee, and ankle regions

Upon completion of the Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation IASTM course, you will be able to: 

• Review sources regarding the foundation and origin of Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation (IASTM) and summarize the latest research related to its clinical application.
• Select the IASTM tools and outline a treatment plan for a specified clinical condition.
• Accurately compare the mechanical and physiological responses of IASTM based on a provided case study.
  Differences between fascial restriction and muscle tightness.
• Indications and contraindications for IASTM in a designated clinical condition.
• Explain the rationale behind IASTM by comparing mechanical and neurological responses, referring to current research.
• Role of fascia and recognizing common fascial restrictions using IASTM, informed by recent studies.
• Select the appropriate IASTM technique to manage a specific condition.
• Compare the clinical patterns of spinal stenosis, spondylosis, and lumbar radiculopathy, focusing on symptomatology, clinical findings, and common muscle imbalances associated with each diagnosis.
• Apply various stroke techniques (e.g., the fanning stroke) to a patient with active or latent trigger points.
• Differentiate between active trigger points and latent trigger points in patients diagnosed with fibromyalgia.
• Justify the selection of an IASTM tool based on the presence of trigger points observed during a therapy evaluation.
  Identify the current scientific theories behind Instrument Assisted Soft-Tissue Massage and mechanical percussion devices.
• Recognize best-practice patterns for each intervention to improve functional independence in preparation for ADLs/IADLs.
• Differentiate between common indications, precautions, and contraindications for each intervention related to skilled occupations.
• Design and apply a comprehensive occupational and physical therapy care plan that includes IASTM for patients diagnosed with various clinical conditions.

Author: Chris Gellert, PT, MMusc & Sportsphysio, MPT, CSCS, C-IASTM

Contact Hours: PTs/PTAs 12 Hours (12 PDU / 12 CEUs) | AOTA 1.2 CEUs | Licensed Massage Therapists 7 CEUs

Massage Therapy (LMTs) Credit: NCBTMB CEU Hours: 7 CEUs – Approved Provider. Provider ID: 1000555 (Expires: March 03, 2027)

Cost: $95 / Participant

Educational Level: Intermediate

Prerequisites: None 

AOTA Classification Codes: Category 1 – OT Service Delivery | Foundational Knowledge

AOTA Course Approval #: 11886 (Expires 03/05/2030)

Instructional Methods:  Computer-Based Training (Training Videos + Post-Test). A minimum passing score of 70% is required for course completion. A Printable (PDF) Certificate By Email. 

Target Audience: Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Other Health Professionals 

Cancellation/Refund Policy: By completing your purchase from Biologix Solutions LLC, you agree to purchase digital, non-tangible products, services, or training courses and acknowledge that you are not entitled to a refund once accessed. If you have any questions, please contact us by phone or email before purchasing the online course.

Biologix Solutions LLC is an AOTA-approved provider of professional development, course approval ID# 9837. This distance-learning-independent course is offered for 1.2 CEUs, Intermediate, Category 1 – OT Service Delivery. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply the endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.

The current term of approval extends from 6/21/2017 through 6/30/2030. Provider ID: 9837. Approval

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