BATES THERAPY
Workshop 2
Treatment of the Lumbar, Hips, Pelvis and Lower Extremities
CPE 28 Points
Introduction
Bates therapy is a dynamic and valuable skill that has an immediate and powerful effect in relieving non-specific pain by realigning muscles, tendons and ligaments. This workshop is for qualified professional therapists.
The versatility of Bates Therapy can be incorporated into any massage modality for use in clinics, at sporting events or wherever practicality allows. In some cases there is no need for a massage bed, use of oils and lotions, or the removal of clothing.
Duration
Workshop Two – 28 hours – 4 days over two weekends
Course content
- The physiology and mechanics of the tissues to be treated, contraindications, and the technique defined
- Indications for treatment and possible causes for non-specific pain
- The practical application of the Bates technique on the lumbar, pelvis and lower extremities
- Upon satisfactory completion of the workshop, participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance for 28 hours. Included in the workshop is the Bates Therapy Workshop Manual detailing muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves, arteries and veins with colour graphics, indications for treatment and possible causes for the non-specific pain syndrome. Each section explains how to treat that particular area. A photo of each body part detailing the treatment procedure is included with diagrams and supports the written version.
Course Objectives
- Relieve pain and suffering
- Correcting the realignment of damaged and torn tissue
- Assisting patients to return to their usual activities as soon as possible
Workshop Design
Day 1
- Registration
- Study patients profile of non-specific pain of the lower back, hips, knees and lower extremities
- Visual assessment of hips and pelvis, and range of movement
- Practical application of the Bates Therapy to the lumbar and hips, includes the dysfunction of uneven pelvis and sciatic pain.
Day 2
- Practical application treating hamstrings, posterior knee, and lower extremities
Day 3
- Visual assessment of lower extremities, joint testing and range of movement
- Practical application treating metatarsals, ankles, knees, quadriceps includes the dysfunction of shin splints, sprained ankles, and twitching legs
Day 4
- Visual assessment of diaphragm and breathing
- Practical application treating the abdomen and pelvis
- Review entire four day procedure
Please Note:
Participant numbers are limited
This is a practical course, short finger nails are required and comfortable clothing should be worn.
Participants should bring their own lunch, towel, pillow and one massage bed to share
