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Positional release techniques are gentle manual treatments to relieve pain and discomfort, improving the overall health and functioning of the body by correcting imbalances of the musculoskeletal system. The advanced course covers all methods of spontaneous release by positioning. Theories and history of many different approaches are discussed and techniques are described in detail through illustrations and photographs. The associated online videos provide demonstrations of the techniques as well.
Also included in this continuing education course:
- comparisons of all major positional release methods, from strain/counterstrain to functional osteopathy and step-by-step use of these methods
- use with other manual approaches, such as Muscle Energy Techniques
- treatment of both muscle and joint problems
- various approaches: osteopathic palpation according to Gibbons and Tehan; positional release palpation according to McPartland and Goodridge; the tight-loose concept; Zink's concept of tissue preference and assessment, and Travell and Simon's model of trigger point facilitation
- characteristics of trigger points; the causes for trigger points and types of trigger points
- uses of positional release methods for post-operative conditions
Course Reviews
Lowell Seeman, NCTMB, LMT
A wealth of info here! After 20+ years in massage, this course has provided me with several more areas of study to help build my expertise. Will be a future reference tool in my practice. Thank you!
Yalanda Patria, LMT
Very informative and technical course. I will definitely use in my practice and use book as a constant reference. I have never been disappointed with any course I have taken from Integrative Healthcare Studies. I have referred many colleagues.
Christi-Anne Holder
I would not use this course in my practice. Due to the fact that there was no hands-on practice and no instructor to give feedback.
John M. Castle, Ph.D.
I know the 8-10 hrs is a bit misleading, but I read positional release 10 years ago and have integrated it in my practice since then. The same can be said regarding 'Jones' strain-counterstrain I think it's a tough read if you don't have the background. I didn't have the pics or videos so I had to do a lot of experimenting... but positional release and SCS are spectacular and effective!
Michael Fronk
Would love to videos to explain crucial information and teach general principles. I am more of an audio/visual learner. An audio version of the text would also be helpful.
Materials
- Text - 251 pages
- Multiple-choice test
- Certificate upon completion
Display Certificates suitable for framing are available for $10 in addition to the certificate included with your tuition. Click here to order a Display Certificate.
Approvals
The Institute is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider. Approved Provider 049478-00.
Credits also accepted by the AMTA, ABMP as well as most state boards.
For information regarding your specific state massage license requirements and approvals, visit our Massage Therapy Continuing Education Requirements page by clicking here.
