The following is a review of our past program. We are considering to offer our Medical Massage curriculum and training to teachers. If you are an experienced Massage Therapist, Physical Therapist, or you are another healthcare professional who is licensed to work in the realm of Medical Massage Therapy (DO etc.), and also have considerable formal training pertaining to the field of Medical Massage, you are welcome to contact us for further information.
Medical Massage Certification:
This Medical Massage Seminar series has been developed to enhance the Therapist’s skills and help to develop the Therapist’s confidence and ability to create a more successful practice.
This Medical Massage Training enhances the student’s understanding and ability through the utilization of specific techniques such as Orthopedic Assessment, Muscle Testing, Myofascial Release, Neuromuscular Therapy, Positional Release, Trigger Point Therapy and Rehabilitative Stretching.
Overview of the Medical Massage Certification Program:
Medical Massage Seminar Level 1:
Insurance Billing & Practice Building (Day 1)
A Day of the Back (Day 2)
A Day of the Neck (Day 3)
22 CEUs
Medical Massage Seminar Level 2:
Understanding Postural Distortion (Day 1)
Lower Extremities (Day 2)
Upper Extremities (Day 3)
22 CEUs
Medical Massage Seminar Level 3:
5 Day Intensive Program:
A Clinical Approach
40 CEUs
How to obtain certification:
In order to receive your MMPA Certification for Medical Massage, you must complete all three levels of hands on seminars and a written exam (with a minimum of 70 % correct answers), which will be given after completion of level 3.
Level 1 and Level 2 can be taken in either order. Level 3 should be taken after completion of level 1 and 2. Exceptions based on previous advanced trainings will be considered on an individual basis. It is recommended the student follow the suggested order.
Details of Medical Massage Certification Programs:
Medical Massage Level 1:
Insurance Billing & Practice Building: (Day 1)
You will learn:
‘Insurance Billing and Practice Building’ enables the students to effectively work within the medical community and develop a client and physician referred practice. The proven strategies and techniques for dealing with personal injury cases, workman’s compensation, and private insurance will enable the therapist to effectively receive reimbursement. The students will learn how to document treatments using a SOAP format and communicate effectively with insurance claims adjusters and referring physicians. Also included in the program is a manual which includes all the forms necessary to perform the billing process as well as all relevant billing codes.
6 CEUs
A Day of the Back: (Day 2)
You will learn:
‘A Day of the Back’ begins with principles and theory of medically oriented massage therapy followed by hands on demonstrations and student exchanges. Students will learn how to effectively assess and treat conditions such as, Lumbago, Sciatica, Pseudo Sciatica, Sacral and Coccygeal Pain, Scoliosis, Lordosis, Kyphosis and numerous postural distortion patterns affecting the back.
8 CEUs
A Day of the Neck: (Day 3)
You will learn:
‘A Day of the Neck’ focuses on the assessment and treatment of conditions effecting the anterior and posterior neck. Whiplash, Torticollis, Cervical Strain and Range of Motion Limitations, will be addressed in this hands-on seminar.
8 CEUs
Medical Massage Level 2:
Understanding Postural Distortion: (Day 1)
You will learn:
‘Understanding Postural Distortion’ begins with in depth study of postural distortion, and the role it plays in creating pain, trigger points and dysfunction. Included is a review of the three cardinal planes, medical terminology, ideal posture, faulty posture and which muscles contribute to these patterns and how they can be corrected. The student will be able to observe postural distortion patterns and be able to immediately determine where treatment is needed. Distortion patterns such as Short Leg Syndrome, Scoliosis, Kyphosis, and Lordosis will be addressed. Students will have the opportunity to be evaluated individually.
6 CEUs
Lower Extremities: (Day 2)
You will learn:
‘Lower Extremities’ focuses on the assessment and treatment of lower extremity conditions such as Plantar Fasciitis, Achilles Tendinitis, Medial and Lateral Shin Splints, Ankle Sprains and Strains, Patellofemoral pain syndrome, Chondromalacia patella, Piriformis Syndrome and various others. Students will develop specific palpation skills in these hands-on workshops.
8 CEUs
Upper Extremities: (Day 3)
You will learn:
‘Upper Extremities’ focuses on the assessment and treatment of conditions of the shoulder, arm and hand. Conditions include Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Medial and Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golfer’s Elbow) , De Quervain’s Syndrome, Rotator Cuff injuries, Adhesive Capsulitis and various strain and sprain conditions. Students will develop specific palpation skills in these hands-on workshops.
8 CEUs
Medical Massage Level 3:
5 Day Intensive Medical Massage:
A Clinical Approach:
You will learn:
The five-day intensive combines what we have learned in Segment one and Segment two, and puts it into a practical systematic format that can be applied in any clinical setting. We will review practice management and answer any questions about working with physicians and insurance issues. We will focus on the key elements of the training such as Muscle Testing, Orthopedic Assessment Tests, Trigger Points, Myofascial Release, and restoring postural integrity which will make your work even more powerful.
The program will begin with a review of the anatomical structures and the principles of medically oriented massage therapy, and is followed by documenting postural distortion patterns, and assessment tests. Next we begin with extensive hands-on demonstrations and exchanges. We will begin with the lower extremities and move up to the back, neck and finally the upper extremities. When we complete the exchanges, we will document the changes, which have taken place.
The therapist will develop competence and confidence to address all of the major conditions generally prescribed by the physician.
Conditions covered will include:
Plantar Fasciitis, Achilles Tendonitis, Medial and Lateral Shin Splints, Ankle Sprains and Strains, Patellofemoral pain syndrome, Chondromalacia Patella, Piriformis Syndrome, Lumbago, Sciatica, Pseudo Sciatica, Sacral and Coccygeal Pain, Scoliosis, Lordosis, Kyphosis, Whiplash, Torticollis, Cervical Strain and Range of Motion Limitations, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Medial and Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golfer’s Elbow), De Quervain’s Syndrome, Rotator Cuff Injuries, Adhesive Capsulitis and various strain and sprain conditions.
40 CEUs