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IASTM Practitioner Certification
CE Test
$9.99 USD
This purchase is for online CE Test only
Product Details
Format:
Additional Participant CE Test
Author:
MIKE STELLA, AT
Publisher:
PESI Rehab
Copyright:
11/29/2018
CE Available:
Yes, See CE credit tab for complete continuing education details
Product Code:
RNT021220
Objectives
  1. Describe the myofascial sequencing model
  2. Identify theoretical constructs behind the science of IASTM
  3. Discuss the neuroanatomy of skin and the fascial subsystem
  4. Demonstrate movement screening techniques to identify faulty motor patterns
  5. Practice IASTM techniques in conjunction with kinesiology taping and functional movement
  6. Apply IASTM treatments for acute and chronic injuries, pain modulation, scar tissue and many conditions affecting the upper and lower body, utilizing methods that prevent bruising and hand fatigue
Outline
PRINCIPLES OF INSTRUMENT-ASSISTED SOFT TISSUE MOBILIZATION
  • Movement, mobility, and motor control
    • Movement Pyramid framework
  • Fascial anatomy/physiology
    • Physiological/neurological effects of instrument-assisted techniques
    • The IASTM blueprint
      • Graded exposure system
      • Tissue tolerance concept
FUNCTIONAL MOVEMENT SCREENING
  • Sagittal, frontal, and transverse plane patterns
  • Common problems associated with a faulty planar movement pattern
  • Ripple effect
FUNDAMENTAL IASTM TECHNIQUES AND TREATMENT STRATEGIES
  • Treatment strokes
    • Vectors, rate, and time under manipulation
    • Planar motion and fascial lines
    • Evaluating up- and downstream from target area
  • Integrating manual therapy, taping, and movement
    • Corrective exercise strategies
      • Improving stability following mobility enhancement
    • Kinesiology taping to complement tool assisted therapy
    • Myofascial gliding and release
  • Comprehensive strategies for improving function and performance
ADVANCED TIPS FOR AVOIDING COMMON IASTM MISTAKES
  • Preventing bruising and redness
  • Preventing hand fatigue
  • Maintaining control of tools when using emollient creams
APPLYING IASTM EFFECTIVELY WITH YOUR PATIENTS
  • Upper body
    • Cervical sprain/strain
    • Lumbar sprain/strain
    • Rotator cuff tendinosis/it is
    • Lateral & medial epicondylosis/it is
    • Carpal tunnel syndrome
    • Trigger finger
  • Lower body
    • Patellofemoral disorders
    • Shin splints
    • Achilles tendinosis/it is
    • Plantar fasciitis
    • Scar tissue
CASE STUDIES AND PROBLEM SOLVING
Author

MIKE STELLA, AT

Mike Stella, AT, is a Certified Athletic Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist, and Performance Enhancement Specialist who is dedicated to helping all athletes and people overcome injuries and functional limitations. Mike has served as an athletic trainer for the Florida Gators Football and Track & Field teams, assisting in all facets of sports medicine, including injury evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation. While with the Gators, Mike developed his affinity for manual therapies, honing his skills with some of the best athletes, coaches, and multidisciplinary medical staff in the nation. After his time at Florida, Mike was hired as the rehabilitation coordinator and athletic trainer at George Washington University. Since then, Mike has seen time at other NCAA Division 1 universities, as well as in the private sector at the US Athletic Training Center. He then started Recovery Lab, a unique membership-based sports medicine model in Syosset, NY. Mike is a Marist College graduate with a Bachelor of Science Degree in sports medicine and athletic training. He also holds a Master’s Degree in sports management from George Washington University.

Speaker Disclosures:

Financial: Mike Stella is the founder of Recovery Lab. He receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc.

Non-financial: Mike Stella has no relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.
Continuing Education Credits
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Listed below are the continuing education credit(s) currently available for this non-interactive self-study package. Please note, your state licensing board dictates whether self study is an acceptable form of continuing education. Please refer to your state rules and regulations.

Certificates of Successful Completion are available for email, download and/or printing from your online account immediately following the successful completion of the post-test/evaluation.

**Materials that are included in this course may include interventions and modalities that are beyond the authorized practice of mental health professionals. As a licensed professional, you are responsible for reviewing the scope of practice, including activities that are defined in law as beyond the boundaries of practice in accordance with and in compliance with your professions standards.

All members of the PESI, Inc. planning committee have provided disclosures of financial relationships with ineligible organizations and any relevant non-financial relationships prior to planning content for this activity. None of the committee members had relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies or other potentially biasing relationships to disclose to learners. For speaker disclosures, please see the faculty biography.


Athletic Trainers
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Canadian Athletic Therapists
The Canadian Athletic Therapists Association has approved this self-study activity for 6.0 course hours or 2.4 CEU’s.

Georgia Chiropractors: The Georgia Board of Chiropractic Examiners has approved this program in accordance with Board Rule 100-5-.02. This self-study programs is approved for 6.0 hours in Physiological Therapeutics.


Massage Therapists
PESI, Inc. is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider. Provider #1808. This self-study course is offered for 6.0 CE hours. 100% attendance is required for a Certificate of Completion to be issued, no variable credit is given.

Florida Massage Therapists: PESI, Inc. is approved by the Florida Board of Massage Therapy as a continuing education Approved Provider. Provider #50-399. This self-study course is offered for 6.0 CE hours.


Occupational Therapists & Occupational Therapy Assistants - Credit Available Until: 6/30/2025
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PESI, Inc. is an AOTA Approved Provider of continuing education. Provider #: 3322. This self-study course qualifies for 6.0 self-study contact hours or .6 CEUs in the Category of Domain of OT and Occupational Therapy Process. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA. Course Level: Intermediate.

Arizona Occupational Therapists & Occupational Therapy Assistants:
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CE credit is available. This self-study course consists of 6.0 continuing education clock hours for Arizona OTs and OTAs. The Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners (R4-43-203) confirms acceptance of continuing education programs relevant to occupational therapy that are approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).

Florida Occupational Therapists & Occupational Therapy Assistants:
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PESI, Inc. is an approved provider with the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy. Provider Number 50-399. This self-study course qualifies for 6.0 continuing education credits.


Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants
This self-study course consists of 6.0 clock hours of instruction that is applicable for physical therapists. CE requirements for physical therapists vary by state/jurisdiction. Please retain the certificate of completion that you receive and use as proof of completion when required.

California Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants:
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PESI, Inc. is recognized by the Physical Therapy Board of California as an approval agency to approve providers. This self-study lecture qualifies for 6.0 continuing competency hours.

Illinois Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants: PESI, Inc. is a Registered Physical Therapy Continuing Education Sponsor through the State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation. License #: 216.000270. This self-study course qualifies for 6.0 CE credit hours.

Louisiana Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants: This self-study educational offering has been approved by the Louisiana Physical Therapy Board for 6.0 Clinical contact hours for Physical Therapists and Physical Therapy Assistants.

Mississippi Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants: Approved for 6.0 self-study continuing competence (CC) credit by the Mississippi State Board of Physical Therapy. Expires: 06/30/2021.

New York Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants: PESI, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Department, State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider for physical therapy and physical therapy assistant continuing education. This self-study course qualifies for 7.2 contact hours.

North Carolina Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants: PESI, Inc. is an approved provider with the Illinois Division of Professional Regulation, Provider Number: 216.000270. This intermediate course is approved by the North Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners by virtue of PESI Inc. approved provider status with the Illinois Division of Professional Regulation. This course qualifies for 6.0 continuing education hours.

Pennsylvania Physical Therapists and Assistants: The Pennsylvania State Board of Physical Therapy recognizes approval by all other state boards. This self-study activity consists of 6.0 clock hours of instruction that is applicable for physical therapists.

Utah Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants: This course is designed to meet the Utah DOPL Rule R156-24b-303b.2.c.iv - A commercial continuing education provider providing a course related to the practice of physical therapy. Please retain a copy of the advertising brochure and your certificate of completion to provide to your board should this be requested of you. This self-study activity consists of 6.0 clock hours of continuing education instruction.

West Virginia Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants: This educational offering has been approved by the West Virginia Board of Physical Therapy for 6.0 Continuing Education hours (PESI-F19-08). Approval of this course does not necessarily imply that the WV Board of Physical Therapy supports the views of the presenter or sponsor.

Texas Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants: This self-study activity is provided by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners Accredited Provider #2106032TX and meets continuing competence requirements for physical therapist and physical therapist assistant licensure renewal in Texas. This activity will provide 6.0 CCUs. The assignment of Texas PT CCUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by TPTA or TBPTE. Full attendance is required; no partial credits will be offered for partial attendance.


Other Professions
This self-study activity qualifies for 6.0 clock hours of instructional content as required by many national, state and local licensing boards and professional organizations. Retain your certificate of completion and contact your board or organization for specific filing requirements.

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Audience
  • Physical Therapists/PTAs
  • Occupational Therapists/OTAs
  • Athletic Trainers
  • Massage Therapists
  • Personal Trainers
  • Physicians