Manual treatment techniques

Biomechanics and exercise selection

Module: Manual treatment techniques

In this comprehensive module, we cover a wide range of manual therapy techniques, giving you the skills and knowledge to apply them effectively in your practice. Our approach is in-depth and research-based, with the aim of equipping you to create a therapeutic window of pain relief for your patients.

Learning objectives:

Active and passive release techniques:

• Understand and apply the principles behind active and passive release techniques.
• Identify specific areas of muscle tension and use techniques to reduce tension, improve range of motion, and relieve pain.

Muscle Energy Techniques (MET):

• Master the use of MET to increase joint mobility, reduce muscle spasms, and normalize joint positions.
• Learn to adapt the techniques to individual patients’ needs for maximum effect.

Nerve mobilization:

• Explore nerve mobilization techniques to reduce nerve compression and irritation.
• Understand the indications and contraindications for the use of nerve mobilization.

Contextual factors and expectation management:

• Dive deep into the contextual factors that influence the effectiveness of manual therapy, including patient expectations, therapist skills, and the treatment environment.
• Explore how effective communication and expectation management can improve treatment outcomes.

Effective use of hands in treatment:

• Learn to use your hands safely and effectively through up-to-date descriptions of what the research says.
• Understand how hands as tools can be used to establish a therapeutic relationship and build trust.

Biological plausibility and research-based approaches:

• Apply up-to-date research to understand the biological plausibility of manual techniques.
• Learn to critically evaluate existing research and use it to improve your own clinical practice.

Development of clinical reasoning:

• Build a solid foundation of clinical reasoning that includes assessment, treatment, and follow-up of patients.
• Combine various manual techniques to develop a customized treatment plan based on the patient’s unique needs.

Why this module?

•    In-depth learning experience: Access detailed instruction and hands-on guidance that will enable you to master advanced techniques.
•    Experienced instructors: Learn from instructors who have extensive experience in musculoskeletal treatment.
•    Up-to-date knowledge: Access the latest research-based methods in manual techniques.

This module offers you a unique opportunity to develop your manual therapy skills and help your patients in a more comprehensive way. This module will expand your clinical toolbox and become a more effective therapist. Become part of our dynamic learning environment and take your manual skills to a whole new level.