Graston Technique®
Essential Live Virtual Training
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.
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Virtual Training Agenda
Master the Graston Technique® from anywhereHour 1
Participants will identify & discuss the effects, benefits, physiological responses, indications & contraindications for the GT therapy
- 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
- Concepts of evidence-based practice as related to GT research
- Clinical integration of IASTM
- GT research
Hours 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
Hours 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
Hours 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
Hours 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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A 3-hour self-paced precourse followed by a 9-hour, one day in-person group training held at regional locations.
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