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American Institute for Myofascial Studies

 

 Core: Lower and Upper Body 
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Following the Principles and Practices, the Seminar Series continues with three Lower Body Core seminars followed by Advanced Techniques: Lower Body. The series progresses with three Upper Body Core seminars followed by Advanced Techniques: Upper Body. These are all two-day seminars consisting of lecture combined with guided hands-on practicum.

The Upper Body Core Seminars

  • (UB-1) Upper Back, Chest and Shoulder
  • (UB-2) Head, Neck and Jaw
  • (UB-3) Elbow, Wrist and Hand

The Lower Body Core Seminars

  • (LB-1) Mid and Low Back
  • (LB-2) Hip, Buttock and Pelvic
  • (LB-3) Knee, Ankle and Foot
“Refreshing seminar. Complete and concise.  Functional.”
Cherl Murphy, PT - Socorro, NM

Program Overview and Course Objectives

  • Review the detailed anatomy and function of each muscle involved in lower and upper body pain
  • Learn the documented Trigger Point locations for each muscle and learn how to identify them
  • Become familiar with the common symptoms involved in lower and upper body Myofascial Pain Syndrome (MPS)
  • Be able to identify the most common Precipitating and Perpetuating Factors of lower and upper body MPS and apply Corrective Actions
  • Become familiar with Differential Diagnosis
  • Be able to identify and treat nerve entrapments, vascular and nerve compressions or other significant phenomenon contributing to pain and dysfunction
  • Learn evaluation techniques including Range Of Motion Testing
  • Learn specific methods for inactivating MTrPs and correcting fascial distortions
  • Develop a specific Home Exercise Program to prevent the return of pain and dysfunction
 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
AIMS has been providing educational opportunities
for healthcare professionals since 1999.

American Institute for Myofascial Studies, LLC
4308 Carlisle NE, Suite 208
Albuquerque, NM 87107 [ map ]
phone  505-872-3100
fax  505-872-2600
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