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Digital Seminar

Fundamentals of Cupping and IASTM Therapy


Speaker:
Jim Wagner, OTD, OTR/L, CHT, CPAM, CSCS
Duration:
1 Hour 33 Minutes
Format:
Audio and Video
Copyright:
Oct 01, 2019
Product Code:
POS064435
Media Type:
Digital Seminar

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Description

Explore the history, evolution and research behind the two modalities, and learn how they can complement each other to enhance your soft tissue treatments. Discover both static and dynamic cupping techniques to take myofascial manipulation to the next level.

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NOTE: Tuition includes one free CE Certificate (participant will be able to print the certificate of completion after completing the on-line post-test (80% passing score) and completing the evaluation). 

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Materials that are included in this course may include interventions and modalities that are beyond the authorized practice of your profession.  As a licensed professional, you are responsible for reviewing the scope of practice, including activities that are defined in law as beyond the boundaries of practice in accordance with and in compliance with your profession's standards.  

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Florida Massage Therapists

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PESI, Inc. is an approved provider with the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy. Provider Number #50-399. This course qualifies for 1.5 self-study continuing education credits.

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Occupational Therapists & Occupational Therapy Assistants

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California Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants

PESI, Inc. is recognized by the Physical Therapy Board of California as an approval agency to approve providers. This self-study lecture qualifies for 1.5 continuing competency hours.


Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants

This self-study course consists of 1.5 clock hours of instruction that is applicable for physical therapists. CE requirements for physical therapists vary by state/jurisdiction. Please retain the certificate of completion that you receive and use as proof of completion when required.


Illinois Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants

PESI, Inc. is a Registered Physical Therapy Continuing Education Sponsor through the State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation. License #: 216.000270. This self-study course qualifies for 1.5 CE credit hours.


Kentucky Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants

This self-study course consists of 1.5 continuing education credit hours. For Kentucky licensees, according to 201 KAR 22:045, this self-study educational offering may be applied toward Category 2 continued competency requirements.  Please review the regulation to determine eligibility. 


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North Carolina Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants

PESI, Inc. is an approved provider with the Illinois Division of Professional Regulation, Provider Number: 216.000270. This intermediate course is approved by the North Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners by virtue of PESI Inc. approved provider status with the Illinois Division of Professional Regulation. This course qualifies for 1.5 continuing education hours.


Pennsylvania Physical Therapists and Assistants

The Pennsylvania State Board of Physical Therapy recognizes approval by all other state boards. This self-study activity consists of 1.5 clock hours of instruction that is applicable for physical therapists.


Utah Physical Therapists And Physical Therapist Assistants

This course is designed to meet the Utah DOPL Rule R156-24b-303b.2.c.iv - A commercial continuing education provider providing a course related to the practice of physical therapy. Please retain a copy of the advertising brochure and your certificate of completion to provide to your board should this be requested of you. This self-study activity consists of 1.5 clock hours of continuing education instruction.


Vermont Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants

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Virginia Physical Therapists & Physical Therapy Assistants

CE credit is available. This self-study course consists of 1.5 hours of type 2 continued competency credit for Virginia Physical Therapists and Physical Therapy Assistants. Regulation 18VAC112-20-131, Section B, (2) states that up to ten type 2 continued competency credits can be earned by completing independent study activities related to the clinical practice of physical therapy. 


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Speaker

Jim Wagner, OTD, OTR/L, CHT, CPAM, CSCS's Profile

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Dr. Wagner is an occupational therapist and certified hand therapist who has worked in upper-extremity orthopedic clinical settings for more than 20 years. He received his post-professional clinical doctorate from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions with a specialty in hand therapy. Dr. Wagner is currently team leader of the OT/Hand Therapy Department at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA. In addition, he is credentialed in physical agent modalities and is a certified strength and conditioning specialist.

Dr. Wagner is also an adjunct professor in the Occupational Therapy Program at Keuka College in Keuka Park, NY. He is a member of the American Society of Hand Therapists and has been published in the practice forum section of the Journal of Hand Therapy. Dr. Wagner has integrated his passion for instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) into his daily clinical practice and personal training. On a personal note, he has been involved in competitive powerlifting/weightlifting for 28 years.


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Objectives

  1. Define the 4 main theories on how IASTM works
  2. Describe the 4 main types of cupping techniques as described in the course
  3. List at least 4 indications of cupping therapy
  4. Identify at least 4 precautions and contraindications to cupping therapy
  5. Identify at least 4 precautions and contraindications to IASTM

Outline

Introduction, History and Mechanisms of IASTM and Cupping
  • Introduction and disclaimer 
  • History of IASTM
  • Why IASTM?
  • IASTM Proposed Mechanisms of Action
  • IASTM Effects and Research
  • History of Cupping
  • Mechanisms of Cupping
  • Cupping Research
  • Precautions and Contraindications
Introduction to Cupping Therapy
  • Types of Cups
  • Proper Cupping Application
  • Therapeutic Cupping Categories
  • Cupping Dosage
  • Cupping Techniques
  • Cupping Aftercare
  • Documentation for Cupping
Introduction to IASTM Therapy
  • IASTM Instrument Selection: Shapes, Edges and Bevels
  • IASTM Strokes
  • IASTM Dosing
  • Documentation for IASTM
  • IASTM Treatment Overview
  • Clinical Reasoning for IASTM and Cupping
  • Treatment Principles of IASTM
Combining Modalities: Demonstrations 
  • Combining IASTM and Cupping Therapy for:
    • Quadriceps
    • Neck region
    • Lateral Elbow
  • Practical Application
  • Further Education Opportunities

Target Audience

  • Physical Therapists
  • Occupational Therapists
  • Massage Therapists
  • Chiropractors
  • Athletic Trainers
  • Exercise Physiologists

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