Advanced Self-Paced Training
Flexible Learning for Busy Professionals
Flexible Learning
Study at your own pace with lifetime access to materials.
Comprehensive Curriculum
Access the same outstanding treatment protocol as our in-person training.
Expert Guidance:
Learn from experienced practitioners and industry experts.
Earn CEUs
Complete the course and earn 14 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
14 CEUs
Advanced Training Bundle
Designed for practitioners who have already completed the Essential Training, this bundle includes the Advanced Training course, offering 14 CEUs, and the 6-Piece Instrument Set. Perfect for enhancing your skills and providing advanced care to your patients.
Includes access to:
Advanced Training
6-Piece Instrument Set
a $3,090Â value for
$2,875
22 CEUs
Advanced Training + Upper Quadrant Bundle
Take your advanced skills further with the Graston Technique® Advanced Plus Upper Quadrant Bundle. This package includes the Advanced Training course and the Upper Quadrant Course, totaling 22 CEUs, along with the 6-Piece Instrument Set. Ideal for clinicians looking to expand their expertise and provide comprehensive care.
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Includes access to:
Advanced Training
Upper Quadrant Course
GT Specialist Exam Access
6-Piece Instrument Set
a $3,648Â value for
$3,285
You will need access to a set of Graston Instruments to take this course and gain CEU credit. A loaner set can be made available with an additional $300 refundable deposit. Please contact info@grastontechnique.com for more information.
14 CEUs
Advanced Training Only
Designed for practitioners who have already completed the Essential Training and have access to instruments. This Advanced Training course, offering 14 CEUs, is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their skills and provide advanced care to their patients. This does not include instruments.
Includes access to:
Advanced Training
$695
22 CEUs
Advanced Training + Upper Quadrant Course Only
Designed for practitioners who have completed Essential Training and want to take their skills even further. The Advanced Training and Upper Quadrant courses offer a combined 22 CEUs. Ideal for clinicians looking to expand their expertise and provide comprehensive care. This does not include instruments.
Includes access to:
Advanced Training
Upper Quadrant Course
GT Specialist Exam Access
a $1,253 value for
$1,000
Self-Paced Training Agenda
Become a GT Specialist from anywhereOur Advanced Self-Paced Training is presented in video format, allowing you to complete it at your convenience, from anywhere with internet access. This format offers unparalleled flexibility, enabling you to integrate your training seamlessly into your daily routine. It is ideal for those seeking maximum flexibility without compromising the depth of their learning experience.
Hour 0 – 0.5
Participant will identify the effects, benefits, physiological responses, indication & contraindications of Graston Technique based on empirical evidence regarding manual therapy and its effects on the human neuromyofascial system.
- Welcome and Introduction to Advanced Training
- Principles relating to soft-tissue dysfunction
- Anticipated responses and results from using GT instruments on the human neuromyofascial system (quick overview)
Hours 0.5 – 1.5
Participant will review proper handholds and Essential Training treatment strokes using GT instruments.
- Review of each instrument as needed
- Proper handholds and treatment strokes
- Reviewing most common applications of scanning, sweeping, strumming, brushing, swiveling, scooping, j-strokes and framing (regional applications)
Hours 1.5 - 4
Participant will identify 3 key features of the myofascial system that warrant 3-dimensional treatment.
- Fascial physiology & structural considerations
- Anticipated responses and results from using GT instruments on the human neuromyofascial system (Expanded discussion to include relevant research updates)
- Indications & Contraindications
- Documentation & Billing
- Advanced Treatment Parameters
- Advanced Treatment Algorithm
Hours 4 - 5
Participant will integrate 7 functional movement patterns into a GT assessment.
- What is Functional Testing & Common Systems
- Test/Treat/Retest
- Regional Interdependence
- Selecting Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA) as a Means of Detecting Dysfunction in the Human Neuromyofascial System
- Functional Testing of the Cervical, Thoracic & Lumbosacral Spines
Hours 5 - 6.5 (All Lab)
Participant will identify 3 GT treatment techniques for a patient with a faulty breathing pattern and/or a mobility of the abdominal wall, diaphragm & anterior pelvis.
- Why Assess Breathing
- Breathing & Abdominal Wall Assessments
- Functional Testing of the abdominal wall, diaphragm & anterior pelvis
- Essential & Advanced strokes applied to the abdominal wall, diaphragm & anterior pelvis
Hours 6.5 - 8
Participant will identify 3 GT treatment techniques for patient with a mobility or motor control deficit of the spine.
- Essential & Advanced strokes applied to the cervical, thoracic & lumbosacral spines
- Static tissue preparation then additional of movement & load
Hours 8 - 8.5
Participant will integrate 3 GT treatment interventions into a plan of care for a patient with tendinosis.
- Tendonitis vs. tendinosis
- Review of evidence regarding common interventions for tendinopathy (levels of evidence provided)
- GT Tendinosis Protocol (Demonstration of)
- UE & LE Tendinosis Assessment Techniques
- Rotator Cuff Tendinosis & Epicondylosis, Hamstring, Patellar & Achilles Tendinosis
Hours 8.5 - 9
Participant will identify 3 GT treatment techniques for a patient with a restricted or painful scar.
- GT Scar Mobilization Principles
- Nudging, Lifting & Skin Rolling Scars with movement & load
- GT Edema Techniques
Hours 9 - 11
Participant will integrate 3 GT treatment interventions into a plan of care for a patient with an upper quarter mobility or motor control deficit.
- Functional Testing of the UE
- Essential & Advanced strokes applied to the UE, static tissue preparation then addition of movement & load
Hours 11 - 13
Participant will integrate 3 GT treatment interventions into a plan of care for a patient with a lower quarter mobility or motor control deficit.
- Functional Testing of the LE
- Essential & Advanced strokes applied to the LE, static tissue preparation then addition of movement & load
Hours 13 - 13.75
Participant will integrate 3 new treatment concepts for a patient that did not respond to Essential techniques.
- LE Case Study
- UE Case Study
Hours 13.75 - 14
Participant will identify available resources for practice integration and further development.
- Practice integration
- Additional resources
Questions?
Explore More Advanced Training Options
In-Person Training
Our standard 14-hour, in-person group training held over two consecutive days at regional locations.
Live Virtual Training
A 4-hour, self-paced pre-course followed by multiple group video teleconference sessions hosted by a GT trainer.
Refund Policy
If you need to cancel your registration for any reason, you can obtain a full refund of your training fees within 72 hours of your purchase. No refunds are given after 72 hours of purchase. After 72 hours, your training fees can be transferred to a virtual training class or future in-person training class of your choosing that falls within 12 months of the original cancellation date. You may also apply your training fees towards other Graston Technique® products within 12 months of original cancellation date. Any training fees that are not used within 12 months of the original cancellation date are subject to forfeiture. Self-paced programs that have been started and Graston products that have been opened will not be refunded.