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Advanced Kinesiology Taping Practitioner Certification

Program Information

Objectives

Review fascial chain anatomy and function
Discuss the kinetic chain approach to kinesiology taping
Apply movement screening techniques for identifying faulty motor patterns
Compare taping techniques for enhancing faulty motor patterns in breathing, squatting, lunging, stepping, pushing, and rolling movements
Demonstrate advanced taping strategies for neuromuscular retraining of performance chains
Combine taping, movement assessment, and corrective exercises to address common sports injuries and enhance athletic performance

Outline

TAPING ACUTE AND SUBACUTE MUSCULOSKELETAL CONDITIONS

Movement-based taping fundamentals
Kinetic chain approach
Priming the nervous system
Pain gate stimulation
Exoskeleton effect

FASCIAL CHAIN ANATOMY & FUNCTION

Performance back chain
Performance front chain
Performance lateral chain
Performance functional chain
Performance extremity chains

MOVEMENT ASSESSMENT

Breathing pattern
Double leg stance/squat pattern
Staggered leg stance
Single leg stance
Push-up pattern
Scapular screen
Rolling screen

TAPE APPLICATION, THEORY, AND PRACTICE

Tissue preparation, pre-application and application techniques

PERFORMANCE BACK CHAIN TAPING

Function
Pre-application
Application of tape along chain
Motor control exercises
Neuromuscular retraining for the performance back chain

PERFORMANCE FRONT CHAIN TAPING

Function
Pre-application
Application of tape along chain
Motor control exercises
Neuromuscular retraining for the performance front chain

PERFORMANCE LATERAL CHAIN TAPING

Function
Pre-application
Application of tape along chain
Motor control exercises
Neuromuscular retraining for the performance lateral chain

PERFORMANCE SPIRAL LATERAL CHAIN TAPING

Function
Pre-application
Application of tape along chain
Motor control exercises
Neuromuscular retraining for performance spiral lateral chain

PERFORMANCE ARM CHAINS TAPING

Function
Pre-application
Application of tape along chain
Motor control exercises
Neuromuscular retraining for the performance arm chains

SPORT-SPECIFIC TAPING (SWIMMING, CYCLING, RUNNING, THROWING, AND KICKING)

Function
Pre-application
Application of tape along chain
Motor control exercises
Neuromuscular retraining for sport-specific taping

Target Audience

Physical Therapists/PTAs
Occupational Therapists/OTAs
Athletic Trainers
Chiropractors
Massage Therapists
Lymphedema Specialists
Personal Trainers
Nurses
Nurse Practitioners
Acupuncturists
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists
Exercise Physiologists
Physicians

Copyright : 11/07/2018

Pediatric Kinesiology Taping Certification

Program Information

Objectives

Identify and explain the specific physiological effects of kinesiology taping
Describe the unique needs of the pediatric population and identifying taping considerations
Formulate a list of contraindications for kinesiology taping in the pediatric population
Discuss concepts of longitudinal myofascial chains as an approach to treatment in the pediatric population
Apply functional taping techniques designed for pediatric patients, integrating clinical knowledge of specific conditions
Demonstrate taping interventions for pediatric conditions related to pain, postural, neurologic, orthopedic, and sports conditions

Outline

IMPROVING MOVEMENT, MOBILITY, AND MOTOR CONTROL WITH TAPING TECHNIQUES

The art and science of taping
Case study: Features and characteristics of kinesiology tapes
Tape applications/care tips
Case study: Reducing risks involved in kinesiology taping
Functional movement taping

THE SKIN-BRAIN CONNECTION

Peripheral nerves
Sensory system/receptors

PEDIATRIC TAPING APPLICATIONS AND CONSIDERATIONS

Pain
Posture
Neuro
Ortho
Sports-related conditions and performance

TAPING INTERVENTIONS FOR PAIN

Upper extremity
Lower extremity
Spine

TAPING INTERVENTIONS FOR POSTURE

Scoliosis
Torticollis
Postural stress
Hip dysplasia
Foot over pronation

TAPING INTERVENTIONS FOR NEUROLOGICAL CONDITIONS

Toe walking
Low tone
Hemiplegia
Motor and movement disorders
Central nervous system dysfunction

TAPING INTERVENTIONS FOR ORTHOPEDIC CONDITIONS

Orthopedic conditions
Joint hypermobility
Growth-related disorders
Sever’s disease
Osgood-Schlatter disease
General growing pains

TAPING INTERVENTIONS FOR SPORTS-RELATED CONDITIONS

Sports-related trauma/injury
Acute conditions
Chronic conditions
- Instability
- Endurance
- Tightness
Performance

GETTING PEDIATRIC POPULATIONS TO WEAR THE TAPE AND KEEP IT ON

TIPS AND TRICKS FOR GETTING PARENTS TO BUY IN AND CARRY OVER

Target Audience

Physical Therapists
Physical Therapist Assistants
Occupational Therapists
Occupational Therapy Assistants
Massage Therapists
Chiropractors
Athletic Trainers
Nurses
Nurse Practitioners
Clinic Directors
Clinic Managers

Geriatric Kinesiology Taping Practitioner Certification: Combining Taping & Movement to Improve Functional Outcomes

Program Information

Objectives

Review the principles of kinesiology taping and supporting evidence
Describe the physiological and neurological effects of kinesiology taping for geriatric patient populations
Demonstrate how to apply tape with appropriate tension for best results with geriatric patients
Compare and contrast common taping techniques and review indications/contraindications for each
Apply and demonstrate functional taping applications for geriatric-related postural, orthopedic, inflammatory and neurological conditions.
Develop taping applications based on your assessment/treatment approach and the individual needs of your patient

Outline

Principles of Kinesiology Taping

Evolution of kinesiology taping
Differences between kinesiology tapes
Evidence supporting kinesiology taping

Physiological/Neurological Benefits of Taping For the Geriatric Patient

Skin-brain connection
- Peripheral nerves
- Sensory system/receptors
- Histology of skin

Fundamental Taping Techniques and Treatment Strategies

Types of taping
Techniques
Cuts
Tension
Care tips
Indications/contraindications
Special considerations for geriatric patients
Combining taping with movement

HAND-ON LAB

TAPING FOR ORTHOPEDIC CONDITIONS

Methods and application
Effects and benefits
- Upper extremity
- Trunk/Lower extremity
Interventions for:
- Shoulder impingement
- Patellofemoral disorders
- Lumbar and cervical strain
- Osteoarthritis
- Joint replacement

HAND-ON LAB

FLUID DYNAMICS TAPING

Methods and application
Effects and benefits
Decompression strategy vs. compression strategy
Interventions for
- Bruising
- Swelling
- Edema

HAND-ON LAB

POSTURE TAPING

Methods and application
Effects and benefits
Postural taping framework
Posture evaluation from head to toe
Common postural dysfunctions
Interventions for postural imbalances

HAND-ON LAB

SCAR TAPING

Methods and application
Effects and benefits
Scar tissue assessment
Scar tissue framework
Special populations and conditions
Interventions for scarring

HANDS-ON LAB

TAPING FOR NEUROLOGICAL CONDITIONS

Methods and applications
Effects and benefits
Nerve tract irritation
Upper and lower extremities
Interventions for:
- Stroke
- Parkinson’s
- Gait and balance disorders

HANDS-ON LAB

CODING AND DOCUMENTATION FOR REIMBURSEMENT

CASE STUDIES AND PROBLEM SOLVING

Target Audience

Physical Therapists
Physical Therapist Assistants
Occupational Therapists
Occupational Therapy Assistants
Massage Therapists
Chiropractors
Athletic Trainers
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists
Exercise Physiologists
Personal Trainers

Kinesiology Taping for Pregnancy: Step-by-Step Applications

Learn easy, effective taping applications specific to conditions common in pregnancy:

Back pain
Rib pain
Swollen ankles
Sciatica
Plantar fasciitis
Carpal tunnel
Postural stress
C-Section scarring

Watch as Dr. Shante Cofield, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, CF-L1 demonstrates fast and easy ways to apply kinesiology tape to meet your pregnant patient’s goals - reduce swelling and pain, increase movement and improve posture, reduce discomfort, and reduce C-section scaring - techniques that you can implement immediately to get to the best outcomes for your patients.

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Target Audience

Physical Therapists/PTAs, Occupational Therapists/OTAs, Athletic Trainers, Chiropractors, Massage Therapists, Lymphedema Specialists, Personal Trainers, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Acupuncturists, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists, Exercise Physiologists, Physicians, Physician Assistants

Objectives

Demonstrate taping techniques specific to pregnant patients.

Outline

Step-by-Step Taping Applications and Techniques Specific to Pregnant Patients

Pain Reduction
- Back pain
- Rib pain
- DeQuervain’s Tenosynovitis
Swelling/Edema/Bruising
- Lower extremity swelling
Nerve Entrapment
- Carpal Tunnel
- Sciatica
Movement/Posture Correction
- Belly bracing
- Postural stress
- Round ligament pain
- Diastasis Recti
C-Section Scar Taping

Case Studies Coding and Documentation for Reimbursement

Kinesiology Taping for Post-Operative Rehabilitation: Step-by-Step Applications

Learn easy, effective taping applications specific to post-operative rehabilitation:

Rotator cuff repair
Total knee replacement
ACL reconstruction
Bunionectomy
Back surgery
Carpal tunnel surgery
Wrist Fracture
Hip replacement

Watch as Dr. Shante Cofield, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, CF-L1 demonstrates fast and easy ways to apply kinesiology tape to meet your patient’s post-operative goals - reduce swelling, increase movement, reduce discomfort, and reduce scaring- techniques that you can implement immediately to get to the best outcomes for your patients facing post-operative rehabilitation.

Program Information

Target Audience

Objectives

Demonstrate taping techniques specific to post-operative rehabilitation.

Outline

Step-by-Step Taping Applications and Techniques Specific to the Post-Operative Rehabilitation

Post-Operative/Trauma Edema & Bruising
- Supporting joints and muscles
- Decreasing swelling
- Assisting with lymphatic drainage
- Increasing range of motion
- Assisting muscle function
- Increasing mobility and stability
- Improving movement and motor control
- Enhancing coordination
- Reduce Scarring and Improve Scar Mobility
Techniques Specific to:
- Acute post-operative care
- Closed incisions

Case Studies
Coding and Documentation for Reimbursement