Become a Certified Graston Technique Practitioner Online
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Hands-on instruction from certified experts.
Earn Continuing Education Units (CEU) credits.
Enhance patient care and clinical outcomes.
Overview
The objective of Essential Training is to introduce students and clinicians to GT therapy, its clinical applications, physiological effects/benefits, and potential contraindications. As a result, GT Providers can effectively treat the adverse effects of scar tissue and fascial restrictions as well as improve and maintain optimal range of motion.
By the end of the training, you will be able to:
Identify and discuss the indications, contraindications (relative and absolute) of GT.
Review and develop a better understanding of soft tissue injury, healing and potential reactivity to instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (therapeutic and adverse).
Develop skill and competence in the GT application of IASTM to the major regions of soft tissue.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of the Graston Technique© brand instruments, GT treatments, potential effects, and benefits.
Virtual Training Agenda
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Hour 1
Participants will identify & discuss the effects, benefits, physiological responses, indications & contraindications for the GT therapy
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- Welcome and introduction to technique
- History, physiological rationale of IASTM, principles relating to soft-tissue dysfunction
- Indications & contraindications
- Anticipated responses and results from using GT instruments on soft-tissue conditions
Hour 1 – 2
Introduction to the six GT stainless steel instruments
- Description of each instrument
- Proper handholds and treatment strokes
- Video demonstration of basic strokes – Scanning, Sweeping, Strumming, Brushing, Swiveling, Scooping, J-strokes and Framing
- How to make a soft-tissue assessment using GT instruments
Hour 2 – 3
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- Concepts of evidence-based practice as related to GT research
- Clinical integration of IASTM
- GT research
Hour 3 – 4
Review structural anatomy, kinesiology & therapeutic exercise of the thigh & knee
Thigh and Knee Labs
- Scan, Sweep, Strum, Frame and J-stroke the thigh and knee
- Detect soft-tissue adhesions in these areas
- Discuss proper instrument choice
- Explain & demonstrate treatment protocol including relevant therapeutic exercise
Hour 4 – 5
Review structural anatomy, kinesiology & therapeutic exercise of the hip, pelvis, and ITB
Hip, pelvis, and ITB Labs
- Scan, Sweep, Strum, Frame, and J-stroke the pelvic region
- Detect soft-tissue adhesions in these areas
- Discuss proper instrument choice
- Explain & demonstrate treatment protocol including relevant therapeutic exercise
Hour 5 – 6
Review structural anatomy, kinesiology & therapeutic exercise of the foot and ankle
Foot and ankle Labs
- Scan, Sweep, Strum and J-stroke on the foot and ankle
- Detect soft-tissue adhesions in these areas
- Discuss proper instrument choice
- Explain & demonstrate treatment protocol including relevant therapeutic exercise
Hour 6 – 7.5
Review structural anatomy, kinesiology & therapeutic exercise of the hand, wrist, forearm, and elbow
Hand, wrist, forearm, and elbow Labs
- Scan, Sweep, Strum and J-stroke the hand, forearm, and elbow
- Detect soft-tissue adhesions in these areas
- Discuss proper instrument choice
- Explain & demonstrate treatment protocol including relevant therapeutic exercise
Hours 7.5 – 9
Review structural anatomy, kinesiology & therapeutic exercise of the shoulder girdle
Shoulder Lab
- Scan, Sweep, Strum and J-stroke on the shoulder
- Detect soft-tissue adhesions in this area
- Discuss proper instrument choice
- Explain & demonstrate treatment protocol including relevant therapeutic exercise
Hours 9 – 10
Review structural anatomy, kinesiology & therapeutic exercise of the cervical spine
Cervical Lab
- Scan, Sweep, Fan, Strum, Swivel, Scoop, Brush, J-stroke & Frame the cervical spine
- Detect soft-tissue adhesions in these areas
- Discuss proper instrument choice
- Explain & demonstrate treatment protocol including relevant therapeutic exercise
Hours 10 – 11
Review structural anatomy, kinesiology & therapeutic exercise of the lumbar spine
Lumbar Lab
- Scan, Sweep, Fan, Strum, Swivel, Scoop, Brush, J-stroke & Frame the lumbar spine
- Detect soft-tissue adhesions in these areas
- Discuss proper instrument choice
- Explain & demonstrate treatment protocol including relevant therapeutic exercise
Hours 11 – 12
Review structural anatomy, kinesiology & therapeutic exercise of the thoracic spine
Thoracic Lab
- Scan, Sweep, Fan, Strum, Swivel, Scoop, Brush, J-stroke & Frame the thoracic spine
- Detect soft-tissue adhesions in these areas
- Discuss proper instrument choice
- Explain & demonstrate treatment protocol including relevant therapeutic exercise
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