Body Focus:

• Lower Body Applications
• Upper Body Applications

Description:
These classes apply the principles and techniques studied in the foundation to the respective regions of the body.

Each joint’s anatomy and kinesiology is reviewed, and its condition assessed. Active and passive range of motion (ROM) is assessed and appropriate techniques are applied to bring the region into optimal alignment and function.

Prerequisites: Neuromuscular Techniques for Stretching and Strengthening (NMT): Foundations

Course Objectives:

• To refine and develop one’s practical ability to promote increased vitality and pain free movement through the application of Neuromuscular Techniques for Stretching and Strengthening
• To increase one’s understanding of specific joints, related movements, and related technique application.

Syllabus:

• Review of relevant anatomy
• Study of joint structure and function
• Joint and movement assessment
• Technique application
• Integrating techniques into various modalities and lifestyles

Texts:

• Required:  The Anatomy of Movement: Calais-Germain, Blandine
• Recommended: Trail Guide to the Body: How to locate muscles, bones and more (3rd Ed or later): Biel, Andrew R.

Additional Resource Materials Used:

• Handouts
• Learning Props

Teaching Methods: Lecture, Visual Media, Practice, Discussion

Length: 16hrs per class