Lower Extremity

In this continuing education seminar, you will learn specific techniques to correct postural misalignments of the lower extremity including:

• Shin Splints
• Chondro-malacia
• Plantar Fascitis
• and much, much more!

Upon completion of this class students will:

• Understand the indications and contraindications for applying medical massage protocols to the lower extremities and be able to explain when and when not to utilize learned techniques;
   
• Review the chemical and mechanical processes of the pain mechanism of soft tissue injury, be able to identify the systemic effects of injury, recognize an erythemic response and learn and practice techniques to reverse cyclic soft tissue injury;
   
• Recognize healing crisis vs pathologies;
   
• Understand duration and frequency of treatments for medical massage;
   
• Explain post treatment care and follow up care;
   
• Learn, practice and experience a thorough set of treatment methods and specific protocols to address conditions of the lower extremity.

This class is one of six classes that is required as core curriculum in our Medical Massage Practitioner Program. This class is part of our Masters Level Series. Discounted pricing is available when enrolling in a series of classes.

Days and Times

This class typically takes place on a Sunday from 8:30am-5pm.

This class is also offered at Las Vegas Success School, on Costa Rica Education Vacations and on various Seminars at Sea. Days and times may vary based on the event.

CE's

This course offers 8 live, contact hour massage therapy continuing education credits.

Special Offer for Florida Therapists

This class is one of several classes that, when taken at a Florida location, are eligible for our Florida Therapist License Renewal Offer. Enroll in this class and you will receive an additional 12 hours of online home study which includes Florida Law, Ethics and Medical Errors, which are required for license renewal. All classes must be completed by August 31, 2019.

Please enroll early to ensure your place in class. Our class size limits are strictly enforced.