Biomechanical Taping Course (8 hour) Dynamic Tape BioMechanical Taping to Manage Load, Movement Patterns and Function Purpose: Teach participants the methodology, evidence, and techniques surrounding biomechanical taping as a rehabilitative tool to improve the functionality and recovery of rehabilitating patients and athletes. Course Attire: Loose fitting clothing (no jeans/pants), recommended Sports Bra or Tank Top for females to allow appropriate skin exposure for proper application Course Preparation: Areas with hairy skin recommended to be shaved down (clippers, not razor) to be taped appropriately. Those with skin allergies or sensitivity please inform presenter Course Outline: Introduction to Biomechanical Taping (8:00am 8:30am) o Greetings o Introduction of Instruction o Why? When? What? How? o Biomechanical vs. Neurophysiological taping o Limits of traditional approaches o Aims (Primary vs. Secondary) Biomechanical Tape (8:30am 9:10am) o Properties of tape vs. other tapes o Benefits of viscoelasticity o Powerbands o LAB #1 Properties of Tape / Making a Powerband Therapeutic Benefits of Biomechanical Tape (9:10am 10:00am) o Load Absorption o Force Control / Vectors o Modifying Movement o Length-Tension Relationship o Reducing Tendon Compliance o Augmenting Force Closure o Soft Tissue Unload o LAB #2 Demonstrate taping Mechanically vs Neurophysiolgoically Break (10:00am 10:15am) Safety Potential Tape Reactions (10:15am 10:25am) o Allergy o Contact Dermatitis o Mechanical Irritation Evidence Based Taping (10:25am 10:35am)
o Understanding skill acquisition o Balanced approach to clinical decision making Evidence Based Research Clinical Situation Patient Experience Clinical Experience Application Guidelines (10:35am 11:00am) o Preparation of Skin o Proper Application / Removal Anchors Tension Direction of Tape Removal o LAB #3 Demonstrate proper application / removal Technique Development and Application (11:00am 11:30pm) o Methodology AIM Axis of Rotation Line of Pull Position Leverage Evaluation o LAB# 4 Demonstrate appropriate evaluation of system on Shoulder joint o Physiological Mechanisms Pain Swelling o Other Application / Purposes Glides Neurological 1 st Taping Technique (11:30pm 12:00pm) o Cervical Offload Taping Break for Lunch (12:00pm 1:00pm) Biomechanical Taping Techniques (1:00pm 3:00pm) o (LAB #5 Teaching taping Techniques) o Upper Limb Offload o Lumbar Extensors o Lumbar / Thoracic Spine Posture Pals o Quad Mechanism o Hamstring o Patellofemoral Sling o BREAK: (2:45 3:00pm, continue taping 3:00pm 4:40pm) o Patellofemoral Loop o Gastroc / Achilles
o Arch Support / Pronation Control o Wrist Extension o Dequirvan s / 1 st CMC support o Internal Rotation / Anterior Capsule o External Rotation / Throwing Deceleration o Clean Up (4:40-4:45) Conclusion of Course (4:45pm 5:00pm) o Common Questions o Product Guide / Application o Contact Information
FAKTR: Functional and Kinetic Soft Tissue Treatment with Rehab With FAKTR, we apply the latest research from the past 3 International Fascial Congress as well as case studies from those on the forefront of the study of fascia and its relation to human performance and well-being. Many clinicians often seek non-invasive treatment options for athletes and active individuals that achieve rapid positive results with minimal expenditures of time and resources. The FAKTR Concept utilizes both IASTM with functional rehabilitation to bring about healing, decreased pain and edema and an increase in range-of-motion through treatment in positions of provocation and motion as opposed to the traditional static soft-tissue treatment model. Sports practtioners in particular are often performing treatments in locker rooms, on side-lines or in non-clinical settings without the ability to use expensive equipment or therapeutic modalities. The FAKTR concept can be applied with or without instruments and with very simplistic rehab equipment such as physioballs, stability pads latex bands and loops, etc. We will present a treatment developed using peer-reviewed research and evidence from a wide variety of resources. The hands-on class begins with an update of the latest evidence, followed by demonstrations of how to treat the majority of the body using the 5 Concepts of FAKTR. We want the clinician to know when to treat with FAKTR and when treatment is inappropriate with our Concepts. Those attending will hone their manual and instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) skills. If you do not know how to utilize either manual or IASTM, you will be shown various hand strokes, hand holds as well as different forms of manual treatment. You will learn both indications for treatment as well as contraindications. In addition to the above information, those attending will also learn how to incorporate a wide variety of rehabilitation during treatment. We cover TMJ, spine, upper extremities (shoulder to fingers), lower extremities (hip to toes), buttocks, SI Joints, psoas, chest, abdomen and more. The class is hands-on in nature, providing an opportunity for all students to demonstrate on their classmates and vice versa. Learning Outcomes include: At the conclusion of the program, participants will be able to: 1. Assess and determine the indications and contraindications for utilizing the FAKTR protocol to treat a variety of conditions and patient presentations from head-to-toe 2. Implement the FAKTR protocol incorporating IASTM or manual soft tissue treatment utilizing a variety of techniques to apply the five concepts of FAKTR to treat various musculoskeletal conditions 3. Recognize the significance of the literature presented in regards to its application to the care of acute injuries, including strains, sprains and tendonopathies to bring about and accelerate natural inflammatory and healing processes to decrease pain and increase range of motion. Educational Materials Provided: All attendees are provided with the full PDF course presentation notes at the conclusion of the course, which includes photos of various treatment applications, kinesio-taping applications and various exercises involved in the rehab portion of the course. We also include excerpts and references for all of the peer-reviewed research and published case studies that provide the scientific basis for the protocol along with a list of recommended reading. 2016 Southeast Sports Seminars
Participant Assessment Methods: Analyze Participants will work through various scenarios involving patient presentations of a variety conditions during the hands-on portion of the class. Through palpation, basic range-of-motion testing and functional movement assessments, participants will practice assessments indicating use of the FAKTR concept. Apply After assessing the scenario condition they are attempting to demonstrate on their hands-on partner, the participants will apply the FAKTR protocol using all 5 concepts in order demonstrating treatment from a static position, position of provocation, incorporating movement and applicable functional rehabilitation exercises to produce a desired outcome. There will be open discussion amongst participants and the instructor in the best ways to bring about a desired outcome. The instructor will introduce and demonstrate first and then allow participants to demonstrate on each other. During participant demonstration, the instructor will go throughout the classroom and provide one-on-one guidance and answers to questions, tips on appropriate technique and application, etc. Supporting Articles/Studies: Davidson, C.L., L. R. Ganion, G. M. Gehlsen, B. Verhoestra, J. E. Roepke and T. L. Sevier. Rat tendon morphologic and functional changes resulting from soft tissue mobilization. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, American College of Sports Medicine., Vol. 29, No. 3, pp. 313-319, 1997. Murtaugh, B. and J. M. Ihm. Eccentric training for the treatment of tendinopathies. Current Sports Medicine Reports, American College of Sports Medicine., Vol. 12, No. 3, pp. 175-182, 2013. Pavan, P., A. Stecco, R. Stern, C. Stecco. The contrast between densification and fibrosis in fascia. Current Pain and Headache Reports (Impact Factor: 2.26). 08/2014; 18(8):441 Stecco, A., A. Meneghini, R. Stern, C. Stecco, M. Imamura. Ultrasonography in myofascial neck pain: randomized clinical trial for diagnosis and follow-up. Surg. Rad. Anat., 2014 Apr; 36(3):243-53. Course Schedule/Agenda Saturday (Day 1): 8:00AM 8:30AM Introductory session to IASTM and using instruments (non-mandatory and not applicable for CEUs) 8:30AM 9:30AM Presentation introducing the 5 Concepts of FAKTR and review of scientific research behind the protocol 9:30AM - 11:00PM Review of common disorders and anatomy of cervical and thoracic spine, demonstration of the FAKTR protocol on cervical and thoracic spine and students hands-on practice of the concept (students pair up and demonstrate on each other using the FAKTR protocol). Demonstration of common biomechanical taping applications with FAKTR concepts for cervical and thoracic spine. 11:15AM -12:45PM Review of the common disorders and anatomy of the shoulder, demonstration of the FAKTR protocol on shoulder and students hands-on practice of the concept (students pair up and demonstrate on each other using the FAKTR protocol). Demonstration of common biomechanical taping applications with FAKTR concepts for common shoulder injuries/patient presentations. 2017 Southeast Sports Seminars
12:30PM-1:30PM Break for Lunch 1:30PM-2:30PM Demonstration of FAKTR protocol on chest, ribs and abdomen and students hands-on practice of the FKATR concept (students pair up and demonstrate on each other using the FAKTR protocol). 2:30PM 3:30PM Review of the common disorders and anatomy of the lumbar spine, demonstration of the FAKTR protocol on these areas and students hands-on practice of the concept (students pair up and demonstrate on each other using the FAKTR protocol). Demonstration of common biomechanical taping applications for this area and associated conditions. 3:30PM-3:45PM break 3:45PM - 5:00PM Review of the common disorders and anatomy of the arm/elbow/forearm/wrist/hand and fingers, demonstration of the FAKTR protocol on these areas and students hands-on practice of the concept (students pair up and demonstrate on each other using the FAKTR protocol). Demonstration of common biomechanical taping applications for this area and associated conditions. 5:00PM - 5:30PM Introduction and review of video demonstration of nerve flossing of upper extremities using FAKTR concept, introduction to and demonstration of advanced biomechanical taping techniques for cervical/thoracic/ lumbar spine, shoulder and upper extremities. Sunday (Day 2): Day 1 Conclusion and Question/Answers 8:00AM 9:15AM Review of the common disorders and anatomy of the SI joints/gluts/piriformmis and psoas, demonstration of the FAKTR protocol on these areas and students hands-on practice of the concept (students pair up and demonstrate on each other using the FAKTR protocol). Demonstration of biomechanical taping techniques and applications for this area. 9:15AM 10:30AM Review of the common disorders and anatomy of the quad/abductors/adductors and knee, demonstration of the FAKTR protocol on these areas and students hands-on practice of the concept (students pair up and demonstrate on each other using the FAKTR protocol). 10:30AM-10:40AM - break 10:40AM 12:00PM Review of the common disorders and anatomy of the lower leg/ankle/foot and toes, demonstration of the FAKTR protocol on these areas and students hands-on practice of the concept (students pair up and demonstrate on each other using the FAKTR protocol). 12:00PM 12:30PM Demonstration of TMJ treatment with the FAKTR protocol and student hands-on practice. Demonstration of any additional biomechanical taping techniques for lower extremities. Day 2 Conclusion and Question/Answers 2017 Southeast Sports Seminars
Required Pre-Requisites: Attendees are required to have a basic understanding of anatomy and physiology before attending class. Student attendees are most successful when they have entered their higher level coursework and are treating patients in the student clinic on campus. It is the responsibility of each attendee to be aware of the scope of practice dictated by their professional licensing board. System and Equipment Requirements: All instruments, emollient, low-tech rehab equipment, loops, bands and tape will be supplied for class. Please bring a portable treatment table if you have one available. All attendees are welcome to bring their own soft tissue instruments, emollient or low-tech rehab tools if they prefer. 2016 Southeast Sports Seminars