Muscle Energy (MET) & Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) Essentials for Flex-ability

Muscle pain and stiffness can be a debilitating experience, affecting up to 25% of the population. In today's world, where many spend prolonged hours sitting while using technology, it can be challenging to find the time to stretch. This inactivity often leads to stiffness and reduced flexibility, limiting functional performance and causing painful movements. Stiffness can arise from both underuse of motion and overuse, often leading to injury. Fortunately, reflex techniques such as Muscle Energy (MET) and Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) can provide fast results to restore mobi...Read morelity and relieve painful stiffness.

In this live interactive continuing education webinar for therapists, we will explore specialized stretching techniques that use MET/PNF to restore mobility and function. Specific types of muscle contractions can trick the body into allowing greater motion, using neuromotor reflexes such as reciprocal inhibition and post-isometric relaxation. These reflexes facilitate the stretching process and improve flexibility, resulting in measurable improvements in range of motion. The webinar will also illustrate examples of muscle energy stretches with clinical guidelines for their effective use. By learning these reflex techniques, therapists can help their patients achieve greater mobility and alleviate painful stiffness quickly and effectively. Less...

Learning Objectives

Discuss components of flexibility, how it is measured, and normative reference values for joint mobility
Describe neuromotor reflexes and their contribution to muscle length, tension and mobility.
Identify abnormal neuromotor reflex activity and incorporate muscle energy /PNF to facilitate flexibility, ease painful stiffness, and improve functional mobility.
Discuss the updated research evidence for improved mobility and function using MET/PNF with clinical case discussion, Q&A.

Target Audience

This live interactive webinar is intended for Physical Therapists, Physical Therapy Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, and Massage Therapists. (PT, PTA, OT, COTA, LMT)

Learning Levels

Beginner to Intermediate

Thursday, June 22, 2023

Live Interactive Webinar

06:00 PM EDT - 08:00 PM EDT

EARN 2 CE Credit Hours

About the speaker

Theresa A. Schmidt, PT,DPT,MS,OCS,LMT,CEAS

President, Educise PC

Dr. Theresa Schmidt PT,DPT,OCS,LMT,CEAS of Educise.com is an Orthopedic Certified Specialist PT, Expert Consultant, educator, massage therapist, hypnotherapist and author in private practice at Educise PC Health & Wellness in NH. She received her DPT at UNE., served as faculty in PT and massage programs and presented for International Fascia Research Congress, APTA, AMTA, AOTA, NASA, Johns Hopkins, and Cleveland Clinics. She focuses on hands-on natural solutions to pain and mobility problems integrating manual therapy, precision exercise, functional training and alternative medicine approaches. Her engaging seminars inspire clinicians with practical tools they can apply immediately for measurable results clients rave about.

Agenda

6:00pm - 6:30pm ET: Introduction and overview of Muscle Energy (MET) and Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF)
6:30pm - 6:50pm ET: Demonstration of MET techniques for improving flexibility and mobility
6:50pm - 7:10pm ET: Demonstration of PNF techniques for improving flexibility and mobility
7:10pm - 7:50pm ET: Case studies and examples of successful MET/PNF interventions
7:50pm - 8:00pm ET: Q&A session and closing remarks

CE Information - Earn 2 CE Credit Hours

CE Approvals

New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy

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Texas Physical Therapy Association

This activity has been approved by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for 2 CCUs for PTs and PTAs. Approval Number 77526TX.

Florida Board of Occupational Therapy

CE Learning Systems, LLC is approved by the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy to sponsor continuing education for Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapist Assistants. CE Learning Systems maintains responsibility for this program and its content. CE Broker Provider Number 50-315

Ohio Physical Therapy Association

This course is approved by the Ohio Physical Therapy Association for PTs and PTAs. OPTA approval number 23S1619

Michigan Board of Physical Therapy

The Michigan Board of Physical Therapy accepts continuing education programs if approved by another state board of physical therapy. This continuing education activity is approved for the Michigan Board of Physical Therapy based on the approval by the New York State Board of Physical Therapy Approval.

Florida Board of Physical Therapy Practice

CE Learning Systems, LLC is approved by the Florida Board of Physical Therapy to sponsor continuing education for Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants. CE Learning Systems maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Accreditation of this course does not necessarily imply the FPTA supports the views of the presenter or the sponsors. CE Broker Provider Number 50-315. FLBPT Approval Number: CE23-1038970

Michigan Board of Occupational Therapy

The Michigan Board of Occupational Therapy accepts continuing education programs if approved by another state board of occupational therapy. This continuing education activity is approved for the Michigan Board of Occupational Therapy based on the approval by the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy (#50-315).

New York State Education Department's State Board for Occupational Therapy

CE Learning Systems dba Make an Impact, CE-Credit.com & AddictionCounselorCE.com is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Occupational Therapy as an approved provider of continuing education for Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants.

New York State Education Department's State Board for Massage Therapy

CE Learning Systems, LLC is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Massage Therapy as an approved provider of massage therapy continuing education.

Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board

This course is approved for 2 contact hours by the Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board. Approval 230102

New Jersey Board of Physical Therapy Examiners

This activity has been approved by the New Jersey Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for 2 credit hours for PTs and PTAs. Approval Number 2304-60

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Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy

CE Learning Systems, LLC is approved by the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy to sponsor continuing education for physical therapy professionals. CE Learning Systems maintains responsibility for this program and its content. CE Broker Provider Number 50-315

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