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Essential Live Online Training
Live Online Training begins with a 3-hour, self-paced precourse. After that, we follow it up with group video teleconference sessions hosted by a GT Instructor.
Graston Technique (GT) therapy is an advanced form of instrument-assisted, soft tissue mobilization, which utilizes six specially designed stainless steel instruments.
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.
Training Fee: $650
Student Training Fee: $550
Essential Live Online Training
Live Online Training begins with a 3-hour, self-paced precourse. After that, we follow it up with group video teleconference sessions hosted by a GT Instructor.
Graston Technique (GT) therapy is an advanced form of instrument-assisted, soft tissue mobilization, which utilizes six specially designed stainless steel instruments.
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.
Essential Training Package: $2545 $2545
Student Essential Training Package: $2375 $2375
Training Agenda
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
EXPLORE MORE TRAINING OPTIONS
Hybrid Training
A 3-hour, self-paced precourse followed by multiple group video teleconference sessions hosted by a GT trainer.
Self-Paced Training
Presented in video format, this self-paced online training can be completed anywhere when you have time to train.