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Master the Graston Technique at Your Own Pace

Self-paced online training for healthcare professionals.

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Flexible learning on your schedule.

Comprehensive course materials with expert guidance.

Earn Continuing Education Units (CEU) credits.

Immediate access to all training resources.

By the end of the training, you will be able to:

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Identify and discuss the indications, contraindications (relative and absolute) of GT.

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Review and develop a better understanding of soft tissue injury, healing and potential reactivity to instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization

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Develop skill and competence in the GT application of IASTM to the major regions of soft tissue.

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Demonstrate a working knowledge of the Graston Technique© brand instruments, GT treatments, potential effects, and benefits.

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12 CEUs

Essential Practitioner Bundle

Begin your journey with the Graston Technique® Essential Training. This does not include instruments.

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Essential Training

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6-Piece Instrument Set

Regular Price $3,045

$2,890

26 CEUs

Advanced Practitioner Bundle

Elevate your practice with the Graston Technique® Advanced Practitioner Bundle. This comprehensive package includes both Essential and Advanced Training courses, as well as access to the comprehensive Specialist Exam. This does not include instruments.

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Essential Training

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Advanced Training

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6-Piece Instrument Set

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GT Specialist Exam Access

Regular Price $3,839

$3,250

30 CEUs

Master Practitioner Bundle

Achieve mastery in soft tissue mobilization with access to all of the major Graston Technique® training courses. This does not include instruments.

Includes access to:

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Essential Training

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Advanced Training

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6-Piece Instrument Set

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Upper Quadrant Course

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GT Specialist Exam Access

Regular Price $4,298 

$3,655

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12 CEUs

Essential Training Only

Begin your journey with the Graston Technique® Essential Training. This does not include instruments.

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Essential Training

$650

26 CEUs

Advanced Practitioner Bundle

Elevate your practice with the Graston Technique® Advanced Practitioner Bundle. This comprehensive package includes both Essential and Advanced Training courses, as well as access to the comprehensive Specialist Exam. This does not include instruments.

Includes access to:

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Essential Training

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Advanced Training

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GT Specialist Exam Access

a $1,444 value for

$1,370

30 CEUs

Master Practitioner Bundle

Achieve mastery in soft tissue mobilization with access to all of the major Graston Technique® training courses. This does not include instruments.

Includes access to:

R

Essential Training

R

Advanced Training

R

Upper Quadrant Course

R

GT Specialist Exam Access

a $1,903 value for

$1,710

Graston Technique Self-Paced Training

Path from Enrollment to Certification

Self-Paced Training Agenda

Master the Graston Technique® from anywhere

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Our Essential 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 – 2.5

Participants will identify & discuss the effects, benefits, physiological responses, indications & contraindications for the Graston Technique.

  • Welcome and Introduction to Graston Technique
  • History, physiological rationale of IASTM, principles relating to soft tissue dysfunction
  • Clinical Foundations to GT
  • Effects of GT on the fascial system
  • Indications & Contraindications
  • Anticipated responses and results from using GT instruments on soft-tissue conditions
Hours 2.5 – 4

Participants will observe & then demonstrate proper handholds and treatment strokes using GT instruments.

  • Introduction to the six GT stainless steel instruments
  • Description of each instrument
  • Proper handholds and treatment strokes
  • Lab instruction in Scanning, Sweeping, Strumming, Brushing, Swiveling, Scooping, J-strokes, and Framing on anterior thigh
  • How to make a soft-tissue assessment using instruments
Hours 4 – 4.5

Participants will select proper instruments and perform GT techniques (Scan, Sweep, Strum, Swivel, Scoop, Frame, Brush and J-stroke) on knee and thigh.

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
  • Perform treatment protocol
Hours 4.5 – 5

Participants will select proper instruments and perform GT techniques (Scan, Sweep, Strum, Swivel, Scoop, Frame, Brush and J-stroke) on pelvic region.

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
  • Perform treatment protocol
Hours 5 – 5.5

Participants will select proper instruments and perform techniques on 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
  • Perform treatment protocol
Hours 5.5 – 5.75

Participants will discuss & observe techniques and treatment protocols on edema and scars.

Edema, and Scars:

  • Scan, sweep, strum, and j-stroke
  • Perform treatment protocol
Hours 5.75 – 7.25

Participants will identify & discuss concepts of clinical practice integration, updated GT research, documentation & billing concerns.

  • GT & Clinical Integration
  • GT Research & Evidence-Based Practice
  • Documentation
  • Billing
Hours 7.25 – 7.75

Participants will assess, and then based upon findings, select proper instruments and perform techniques on hand, forearm, and elbow.

Hand, Forearm, Elbow Labs:

  • Scan, Sweep, Strum, and J-stroke the hand, forearm, and elbow
  • Detect soft-tissue adhesions in these areas
  • Discuss proper instrument choice
  • Perform treatment protocol based upon findings
Hours 7.75 – 8.25

Participants will assess, and then based upon findings, select proper instruments and perform techniques on the shoulder.

Shoulder Labs:

  • Scan, Sweep, Strum, and J-stroke on the shoulder
  • Detect soft-tissue adhesions in these areas
  • Discuss proper instrument choice
  • Perform treatment protocol based upon findings
Hours 8.25 – 9

Participants will assess, and then based upon findings, select proper instruments and perform techniques on the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spines.

Cervical, Thoracic, and Lumbar Labs:

  • Scan, Sweep, Strum, and J-stroke on the cervical, thoracic spines
  • Detect soft-tissue adhesions in these areas
  • Discuss proper instrument choice
  • Perform treatment protocol based upon findings
Hours 9 – 9.25

Participants will identify available resources for further skill development.

Course wrap-up:

  • Additional resources
  • Further development opportunities
Hours 10.25 – 12

Participants will demonstrate competency of course objectives

Course examination

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Live Online Training

A 3-hour, self-paced precourse followed by multiple group video teleconference sessions hosted by a GT trainer.

In Person Training

A 3-hour self-paced precourse followed by a 9-hour, one day in-person group training held at regional locations.