Myofascial Interventions Part I: Instrument Assisted Soft-Tissue Mobilization and Mechanical Percussion Massage
Course: #3650Level: Intermediate 2 Hours 3713 Reviews
Myofascial interventions have become popular among health and fitness professionals. This four-part series will provide an evidence-based update on popular interventions. Part one of a four-part series will cover instrument-assisted soft-tissue mobilization and mechanical percussion devices (e.g. hyperice hypervolt). This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and athletic training and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA and AT.
This is part one of a four-part series on myofascial interventions. The series consists of recorded courses #3708, #3715, #3733, and #3848.
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Course Type: Recorded Webinar
CEUs/Hours Offered: AK/2.0; AL/2.0; AR/2.0; AZ/2.0; BOC/2.0; CA/2.0; CO/2.0; CT/2.0; DC/2.0; DE/2.0; FL/2.0; GA/2.0; HI/2.0; IA/2.0; IACET/0.2; ID/2.0; IL/2.0; IN/2.0; KS/2.0; KY/2.0 Category 2; MA/2.0; ME/2.0; MI/2.0; MO/2.0; MS/2.0; MT/2.0; NC/2.0; ND/2.0; NE/2.0; NH/2.0; NY/2.0; OK/2.0; OR/2.0; PA/2.0; RI/2.0; SC/2.0; SD/2.0; TN/2.0; TX/2.0; UT/2.0; VA/2.0; VT/2.0; WA/2.0; WI/2.0; WY/2.0
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Learning Outcomes
- Participants will be able to discuss at least two current scientific theories behind Instrument Assisted Soft-Tissue Massage and mechanical percussion devices.
- Participants will be able to discuss at least three best practice patterns for each intervention.
- Participants will be able to discuss the common indications, precautions, and contraindications for each intervention.
Course created on April 17, 2020
Agenda
| 0-15 Minutes | Background, review of learning outcomes |
| 15-30 Minutes | Myofascial anatomy and physiology review |
| 30-45 Minutes | IASTM background and scientific review |
| 45-60 Minutes | IASTM clinical practice guidelines |
| 60-75 Minutes | IASTM research |
| 75-90 Minutes | Mechanical percussion background and science |
| 90-100 Minutes | Existing research and practice pattern survey |
| 100-115 Minutes | Clinical relevance discussion of both topics |
| 115-120 Minutes | Summary, Q&A |
Reviews
3713 ReviewsPresented By
Scott Cheatham
PT, DPT, PhD, OCS, ATC, CSCS
Dr. Scott Cheatham is a Professor in the Division of Kinesiology at California State University Dominguez Hills in Carson, California. He is the owner of Sports Medicine Alliance (SMA). Dr. Cheatham received his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Physical Therapy. Dr. Cheatham is a Board Certified Orthopedic Physical Therapist (OCS) and a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC). He also holds several fitness certifications and is a certified ergonomic specialist.
Dr. Cheatham is a national presenter for various organizations and has authored over 150 peer-reviewed publications, textbook chapters, and several home study courses on the topics of orthopedics, health & fitness, and sports medicine.
Dr. Cheatham is an education and research consultant for various health and fitness organizations. His research interests include myofascial interventions and the efficacy of interventions for various musculoskeletal pathologies. His current clinical practice includes sports medicine services, general orthopedics, and sports performance training.
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