Advanced Treatment techniques for the Upper Body with DAP
Dates:
Sat 1/14/12 – Sun 1/15/2012
Times:
9:30am to 6:00pm
Place:
Sebastopol, California
Course summary 12 hour workshop
This workshop will be taught primarily through therapist hands-on participation, demonstrations and group discussion. Focus will be Neck, Arms and shoulder Girdle.Therapists will learn and practice regional advanced treatment techniques to be more efficient and effective in accessing and treating functionally problematic muscles and fascia in selected upper body regions such as the neck and shoulder girdle.
This workshop will start with a common case presentation of a client to effectively look at the symptomatic presentation in order to support the clinical reasoning and rational for techniques, modalities, treatment positions and structures addressed. The introduction of Dynamic Angular Petrissage(DAP) will be used to augment the treatment and reduce treatment stresses on the therapist. Therapists will be introduced to and practice the various Swedish techniques, modalities and treatment positions based on the evaluation of the case presented. Postural positioning for safe application of techniques along with self care exercises will be introduced and practiced. The course will wrap up with an assessment of the participants and problem solving within the group setting.
Learning objective At the end of the course the learner will have:
-Demonstrate proficiency in Accessing, Activating and treating various muscles in the upper body
-Demonstrate the ability to apply the concepts of DAP to augment massage treatment
-Identify and demonstrate postural positioning for safe application of techniques
-Learn and practice upper body treatment techniques to reduce stress on the therapist
-Reliably demonstrate the ability to determine through reasoning which structures to address
Course structure / running order
– Case Study, Appropriate anatomy review,
– Introduction of Hand saving techniques,
– Body Mechanics, Advanced techniques,
– Problem solving and reasoning ,
– Client comfort
28 page course booklet provided
Pre-requisite: A formal massage qualification but it is suggested but not required to have completed the Paul Lewis: Clinical-Orthopedic Assessment for the Upper Body.
Canadian, European & US Educational Tour:
April – August
Promoting Education Through Workshops, Conferences And Community Activities
Paul will be embarking on an educational Tour in Europe, United States and Canada
Vancouver, March 20-21
London, England April 9-15
Germany, April 18-22
Nova Scotia May 6-8
Florida May 13-15
Atalanta May 20-22
North CArolina June 24-26
London England October 14-29
California Jan 14-15
Course Description:
Hours: 12 CE (2 days) Presented by NCBTMB Provider Paul Lewis
Title: Advanced Upper Body Treatment Techniques including Dynamic Angular Petrissage(DAP)
Dates: Jan 14th – 15th time 9:30am start 2 day workshop 12 CE.
Reserve your spot by Dec 15th for $180. After August 15 regular price of $350.
Limited participants
Location:
Pisces Productions
380 A Morris Street
Sebastopol, California 95472
This workshop will be taught primarily through therapist hands-on participation, demonstrations, group participation and discussion with a focus on engagement techniques using Dynamic Angular Petrissage (DAP).
Therapists will learn and practice regional advanced treatment techniques to be more efficient and effective in accessing and treating functionally problematic muscles and fascia, in the neck and shoulder girdle. This one day workshop will start with a common case presentation of a client to effectively look at the symptomatic presentation in order to support the clinical reasoning and rational for techniques, modalities, treatment positions and structures addressed.
Therapists will be introduced to and practice the various Swedish techniques, modalities and treatment positions based on the evaluation of the case presented. Postural positioning for safe application of techniques along with self care exercises will be introduced and practiced.
Comments from participants:
Great techniques- I can put into use right away…Excellent course! (London, England)
Instructor was sensitive to each students needs-best course I have taken in 10 years (Toronto, Canada)
Really informative I throughly enjoyed and learned a lot (Osaka, Japan)
Paul Lewis
Paul is an international presenter, combining his knowledge and experience into interactive and informative workshops and seminars, with a focus on biomechanics and technique allowing you to practice massage therapy with ease and grace and without strain on your body.
Paul a comprehensive academic training and technical instruction in Swedish Massage techniques, stretching and strengthening exercises, Myofascial Release Techniques and Joint Mobilization. Clinical Skills including assessment and treatment were taught through diversified clinical experiences including Ambulatory Care clinics (various conditions such as strains, sprains, low back pain and stress management), Senior Care, Team-based approach to Spinal Cord Injury at Toronto Rehab Institute *Lyndhurst site, High risk Pregnancy and Post Partum at Women’s College Hospital, Breast Massage *management of general breast discomfort as well as post-surgical management of implants, lumpectomy and mastectomy.