Myofascial Release: Essential Techniques for Soft Tissue Mobilization to Alleviating Pain and Restoring Motion

In this live interactive webinar, we will explore how therapists can utilize manual therapy for myofascial pain and soft tissue tension problems. Myofascial pain can result from overuse, underuse injuries, trauma, and stress, leading to chronic symptoms that can persist for years post-injury. By using a gentle, soft tissue approach, you can identify motion restrictions through hands-on motion testing and palpation, and remodel adherent scar tissue to restore functional motion, gain flexibility, circulation, and postural alignment, and alleviate painful limitations.

We will cover the essenti...Read moreal techniques used in myofascial therapy, such as hands-on motion testing, palpation, and manual remodeling of adherent scar tissue, and demonstrate how to incorporate these techniques into a comprehensive plan of care. You will also learn how to differentiate myofascial pain and fibromyalgia, assess soft tissue mobility using skin glide, skin rolling, muscle play, trigger points, and palpation, and document mobility impairments, trigger points, pain, scar tissue mobility changes, and functional outcomes pre and post myofascial interventions. By the end of the webinar, you will be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to make a measurable difference for your clients and establish a reputation as an experienced clinician. Less...

Learning Objectives

Identify motion barriers with targeted myofascial exam tools.
Determine what conditions will benefit from myofascial release.
Differentiate between myofascial pain syndrome and fibromyalgia.
Apply myofascial interventions appropriately and safely.
Discuss the current research regarding the efficacy of myofascial therapy. Explore options using case studies with clinical reasoning for your specific clinical questions.

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 08, 2023

Live Interactive Webinar

07:00 PM EDT - 10:00 PM EDT

EARN 3 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

(All Time Eastern)

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Introduction and brief introduction to fascial anatomy in normal and pathological conditions. Significance of connective tissue mobility impairments. Mechanism of fascial release with palpation and assessment techniques for Myofascial Release.

8:00 pm - 8:30 pm: Differentiation between myofascial pain and fibromyalgia. Assessing soft tissue mobility using skin glide, skin rolling, muscle play, and trigger points. Documenting mobility impairments, trigger points, pain, scar tissue mobility changes, and functional outcomes pre and post myofascial interventions.

8:30 pm - 9:30 pm: Myofascial Techniques. Demonstration of myofascial techniques, including skin glide, skin rolling, cross hands release, muscle play, and cupping tools. Longitudinal stroking, circular friction, Z-friction, elbowing, knuckling, forearm work. Specific releases for regions, such as the iliopsoas and diaphragm. Clinical tips and tricks to save your hands and get great results.

9:30 pm - 10:00pm: Case review using research studies, summary and conclusion. Questions and answers for clinical reasoning.

CE Information - Earn 3 CE Credit Hours

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This activity has been approved by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for 3 CCUs for PTs and PTAs. Approval Number 77427TX.

Florida Board of Occupational Therapy

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Ohio Physical Therapy Association

This course is approved by the Ohio Physical Therapy Association for PTs and PTAs. OPTA approval number 23S1544

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

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

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Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board

This course is approved for 3 contact hours by the Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board. Approval 230106

New Jersey Board of Physical Therapy Examiners

This activity has been approved by the New Jersey Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for 3 credit hours for PTs and PTAs. Approval Number 2304-35

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