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Master Myofascial Release
CE Test
$19.99 USD
This purchase is for online CE Test only
Product Details
Format:
Additional Participant CE Test
Author:
JASON HANDSCHUMACHER, PT, DPT, OCS
Publisher:
PESI Rehab
Copyright:
10/4/2019
CE Available:
Yes, See CE credit tab for complete continuing education details
Product Code:
RNT063795
Objectives
  1. Discuss the latest advances in myofascial release and their implications for therapy.
  2. Review strategies for more quickly identifying the root causes of pain and functional limitations.
  3. Integrate effective MFR techniques to be used immediately to eliminate pain, restore functional and athletic performance, decompress entrapped nerves, increase range of motion, recover mobility and flexibility, improve tissue glide, loosen tight muscles, and mobilize scar tissue.
  4. Combine multiple modalities with myofascial release for better results, including taping, IASTM, exercise and self-care.
  5. Design robust, innovative plans of care for a wide range of diagnoses.
  6. Demonstrate advanced neuromyofascial manipulation techniques.
Outline
HOW RECENT CHANGES ARE RESHAPING MYOFASCIAL RELEASE
  • Hot topics and innovations in myofascial release
  • What myofascial release will look like in 1, 5, and 10 years
    • A look ahead at neuromyofascial manipulation
HANDS-ON LAB: IMPROVE YOUR ASSESSMENT AND CLINICAL REASONING SKILLS
  • Get to the root causes of impairments faster with better evaluation techniques for:
    • Pain
    • Fascial and joint restrictions
    • Muscle tightness, weakness and instability
    • Neural tension
    • Movement dysfunction
HANDS-ON LAB: EXPAND YOUR MYOFASCIAL RELEASE TOOLBOX
  • Practice effective MFR techniques you can use immediately to:
    • Eliminate pain
    • Restore functional and athletic performance
    • Decompress entrapped nerves
    • Increase range of motion
    • Recover mobility and flexibility
    • Improve tissue glide
    • Loosen tight muscles
    • Mobilize scar tissue
HANDS-ON LAB: INTEGRATE MULTIIPLE MODALITIES FOR BETTER RESULTS
  • Practice combining myofascial release with:
    • Taping
    • IASTM
    • Exercise
    • Self-care
HANDS-ON LAB: DESIGN ROBUST, INNOVATIVE PLANS OF CARE FOR YOUR PATIENTS
  • Practice comprehensive treatment strategies for specific impairments, including:
    • Neck and back pain
    • SI Joint and pelvic dysfunction
    • Shoulder impingement
    • Postural deviations
    • Knee and foot problems
    • Headaches
    • C-section scarring
    • Nerve entrapments
      • Sciatica
      • Thoracic outlet syndrome
      • Carpal tunnel syndrome
HANDS-ON LAB: TAKE YOUR SKILLS TO THE NEXT LEVEL
  • Master advanced neuromyofascial manipulation techniques:
    • Palpatory assessment utilizing proprioception
    • Tissue mobility, motility and glide
    • Traction and compression
    • Skin rolling and rebounding
    • Neuromyofascial manipulation grades I-V
    • Direct and indirect techniques
SAVE YOUR HANDS!
  • Ergonomic tips and techniques for practitioner self-care
CASE STUDIES: PUT KNOWLEDGE TO PRACTICE
  • Case study 1: MFR for the trunk
  • Case study 2: MFR for the upper extremity
  • Case study 3: MFR for the lower extremity
DON’T’ LEAVE MONEY ON THE TABLE!
  • Coding and billing updates for myofascial release
  • Justify therapy with the right progress measures
  • Avoid denials and audits with these tips
Author

JASON HANDSCHUMACHER, PT, DPT, OCS

Jason Handschumacher, PT, DPT, OCS, is an expert in myofascial release, with over 16 years of clinical experience in some of the top facilities in the country. He practices at a hospital in the Charlotte metropolitan area, serving patients in acute, sub-acute, and outpatient settings. In addition, he sees patients at a clinic within an active adult community.

Dr. Handschumacher travels nationally to present seminars on myofascial release and is known for his dynamic, hands-on teaching style. He has presented research finings for state and national PT associations related to non-operative management of the rotator cuff, injury prevention, and the uses of therapeutic taping. Board-Certified as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, Dr. Handschumacher earned his doctorate in physical therapy from Shenandoah University.

Speaker Disclosures:

Financial: Jason Handschumacher has an employment relationship with Springs Memorial Hospital. He receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc.

Non-financial: Jason Handschumacher has no relevant non-financial relationship 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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This self-study activity consists of 6.25 clock hours of continuing education instruction. Credit requirements and approvals vary per state board regulations. Please save the course outline, the certificate of completion you receive from this self-study activity and contact your state board or organization to determine specific filing requirements.

California Nurses: PESI, Inc. is a provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #:17118 for 6.0 self-study contact hours.

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Florida Nurses:
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PESI, Inc. is an approved provider by the Florida Board of Nursing. Provider #: FBN2858. These materials qualify for 6.0 self-study contact hours.

Iowa Nurses: PESI, Inc. is an approved provider by the Iowa Board of Nursing. Provider #: 346. Nurses successfully completing these self-study materials will earn 6.3 self-study contact hours.

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Occupational Therapists & Occupational Therapy Assistants
No CE available for this board.

Florida Occupational Therapists & Occupational Therapy Assistants:
Florida
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 6.25 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:
CA PT
PESI, Inc. is recognized by the Physical Therapy Board of California as an approval agency to approve providers. This self-study lecture qualifies for 6.25 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.

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 7.6 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 6.25 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 6.25 clock hours of continuing education instruction.

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 6.25 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
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Audience
  • Physical Therapists
  • Physical Therapist Assistants
  • Occupational Therapists
  • Occupational Therapy Assistants
  • Massage Therapists
  • Athletic Trainers
  • Nurses
  • Nurse Practitioners