Myokinesio Therapy Courses · In-Person
Myokinesio Therapy of the Head and Neck
About This Course
This course is specially designed to equip Massage Therapists with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively address common injuries, pathologies, indications, contraindications, assessments (including Range of Motion and Palpation), postural imbalances, trigger points of the Head and Neck, myofascial techniques, neuromuscular techniques, muscle energy and activation techniques, muscle firing patterns, and signs and symptoms of inflammation. By integrating these techniques and learning resources, therapists will gain the ability to assess and treat the Head and Neck Region in a more therapeutic manner. Join us and enhance your expertise in caring for your clients' head and neck health!
Who This Course Is For
This course is for Massage Therapists, and other manual therapists.
Learning Objectives
Students will identify common injuries of the Head and Neck Region Indications and Contraindications
Students will identify common pathologies of the Head and Neck Region Indications and Contraindications
Students will identify Myokinesio Therapy Protocol for Head and Neck Region
Students will identify Postural Imbalances triggered by injuries or pathologies to the Head and Neck Region
Students will identify Musculoskeletal Anatomy and Physiology of the Upper Body with Focus to the Head, Neck Back and Thorax
Students will Identify Fascia of the Upper Body and how it contributes to movement
Students will list and identify Assessments of Range of Motion and Palpation of the Head and Neck Region
Students will identify Trigger Points of the Head and Neck Region
Students will list and identify Connective Tissue / Fascia Hand Techniques
Students will list and identify Neuromuscular Hand Techniques
Students will list and identify Muscle Energy and Activation Techniques
Students will list and identify Muscle Firing Patterns
Students will list and identify Signs and Symptoms of Inflammation
Students will identify Energy Pathways of Pain in the Head and Neck Region
Students will list protocol for client’s intake procedures for the Head and Neck region as it relates to Myokinesio Therapy of the Head and Neck
Topics Covered
Injuries and Pathology's of the Head and Neck Region
Indications and Contraindications of Massage for the Head and Neck Region
Postural Imbalances
Musculoskeletal Anatomy and Physiology of the Upper Body with Focus to the Head, Neck Back and Thorax to include Fascia and other structures
Assessment (Range of Motion and Palpation)
Trigger Points of the Head and Neck Region
Connective Tissue / Fascia Techniques
Neuromuscular Techniques
Muscle Energy and Activation Techniques
Muscle Firing Patterns
Signs and Symptoms of Inflammation
What to Bring
A device for your written exam (computer, tablet, or mobile device. Exams are completed through our student portal)
Comfortable, loose-fitting clothing (for hands-on demonstration and practice)
2 sheets & a blanket (for draping and covering the treatment table)
A massage table, if you have one
Study tools of your choice (highlighters, sticky notes, or whatever helps you take notes and retain material)