Activity Overview:
Immerse yourself in the world of sports massage with the Sports Massage: Hip to Toe course, led by esteemed soft tissue therapist Stuart Hinds, LMT. This program is meticulously designed for athletic trainers, massage therapists, physiotherapists, and other healthcare professionals aiming to deepen their expertise in assessing and treating hip and lower limb dysfunctions.
The curriculum offers an in-depth exploration of the hip’s central role in musculoskeletal health, providing practical strategies to address common athletic injuries and enhance overall lower limb function.
Key Topics Covered:
- Hip’s Central Role: Understanding how hip restrictions can lead to lower limb disorders and the importance of addressing these issues holistically.
- Common Athletic Injuries: In-depth analysis of shin splints, Achilles tendon pain, and plantar fasciitis, including their causes, symptoms, and treatment approaches.
- Sports Massage Techniques: Step-by-step demonstrations of effective massage methods to alleviate hip restrictions and rehabilitate lower limb injuries.
- Treatment Planning: Developing individualized plans that incorporate massage techniques, stretching, and strengthening exercises to promote recovery and prevent future injuries.
- Evidence-Based Practice: Integrating the latest research findings into practical applications for managing hip and lower limb conditions.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of the educational activity, participants should be able to:
- Understand the pivotal role of the hip in holistic injury treatment and prevention
- Identify and assess common lower limb injuries such as shin splints, Achilles tendon pain, and plantar fasciitis
- Implement effective sports massage techniques to address hip restrictions and associated lower limb disorders
- Develop comprehensive treatment plans to enhance athletic performance and prevent injury recurrence
- Integrate evidence-based practices into clinical decision-making for managing lower limb conditions
Neil Asher, Natural Alternative Therapies BOC Provider #: P12148 is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to Athletic Trainers (ATs). This program is eligible for a maximum of 5 Category A hours/CEUs. ATs should claim only those hours actually spent in the educational program.
Instructor: Stuart Hinds, LMT
Disclosure statement: N/A
CEUs: 5
Price: 39.95
No Refunds
