Video Course: Myofascial Techniques: Hands-On for the Hands
Til Luchau
Join Til Luchau for an engaging course in hands-on approaches for caring for our own hands, and our clients’ hands. Drawing from the Advanced Myofascial Techniques (AMT) series, this course combines key hand concepts, dynamic anatomical graphics, hands-on technique demonstrations, and research findings. Topics include using the hand/brain connection; myofascial, articular, and interstitial approaches; touch tools for pain and local inflammation; and techniques for improving hand mobility, sensitivity, and stability.
Before starting the course, we recommend you find a tennis ball and a hand to work on—your own, or a friend’s. Click the “Handout” link to download a course outline. Go to http://bit.ly/amt-hand-slides for a free note-organizer handout from Advanced-Trainings.com.
This course has closed captioning. Click "cc" on the video player to view.
This course is approved for Florida’s “Distance Learning Hands-On Technique” category for the 2023-2025 renewal period (CE Broker course #20-843921 for FL only).
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Course Outline
- Overview
- Technique: Brushing
- Fascia
- Inflammation
- Fibroblasts
- Techniques: Gliding and Tapping
- Anatomy
- Phases
- Translation
- Abduction and adduction
- Rotation
- Anterior/posterior glide
- Distraction
- Tapping
- Grip
- Anatomy
- Palmar fascia technique
- Q&A: Common Questions
Learning Objectives
Having viewed this online massage therapy technique CE course, participants will be able to:
- Describe the hand’s role in the brain’s perception of pain and sensation
- Explain some of the somatosensory changes that result from the cessation and resumption of hands-on practice
- Perform five hands-on techniques with their own hands, or another’s
- Distinguish the unique characteristics of three most common types of arthritis
- List the key safety considerations for the movement assessments, client/patient homework exercises, and hand-on techniques shown in the training.
Instructors
Til Luchau
Til Luchau is the author of the Advanced Myofascial Techniques series of books and trainings and the lead instructor at Advanced-Trainings.com. A Certified Advanced Rolfer, Luchau was on the faculty of the Dr. Ida Rolf Institute for 20 years, and his regular Myofascial Techniques and Somatic Edge columns have been featured in Massage & Bodywork magazine since 2009. He and Whitney Lowe also cohost the ABMP-sponsored Thinking Practitioner podcast. Learn more at www.advanced-trainings.com.
Topics and Techniques
This hands-on massage therapy CE course teaches several techniques for the hands. Learn to care for your own hands, and your clients’ hands. This course combines key hand concepts, dynamic anatomical graphics, hands-on technique demonstrations, and research findings. Topics include using the hand/brain connection; myofascial, articular, and interstitial approaches; touch tools for pain and local inflammation; and techniques for improving hand mobility, sensitivity, and stability. Participants who successfully complete this online course will gain a greater experiential and conceptual understanding of hand anatomy, function, and therapy.
Date
This online massage therapy CE course is available to you on demand to access, learn, and earn CE whenever and wherever it’s most convenient for you!
FAQ
Visit the ABMP Education Center FAQ page for a full list of resources.
Q: Is this CE course approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) for CE credit?
A: Yes! All of the courses are approved under ABMP’s NCBTMB Approved Provider account (451086-09).
Q: How do I earn a CE certificate for this video-based course?
A: After you complete the webinar video, a quiz will appear on the page. Earn a CE certificate by scoring 70% or higher on the course quiz.
Q: Can I earn a CE certificate for this course more than once?
A: Learners can earn one CE certificate for each course.
Q: How do I access my CE certificates?
A: CE certificates are available on your “My CE Transcripts” page and on the course page. Visit your “My CE Transcript” page by clicking “My CE” on the navigation bar at the top of your screen.
Copyright Statement
All of the ABMP courses contain materials that are proprietary to ABMP. None of the course material may be used without the express written permission of ABMP. Materials may include, but are not limited to, video, audio, images, documents, and slides. Course materials are only for the use of students enrolled in this course and may not be shared publicly or shown to groups. Unauthorized retention, duplication, distribution, or modification of copyrighted materials is strictly prohibited by law. Check your state’s defined scope of practice for massage therapy before practicing any new modalities or techniques.
Reviews
"Excellent course! Til explained complex neurological concepts in easily digestible ways. Techniques can quickly be applied to clients with a variety of hand and full-body challenges. Great balance of background understanding of the hand and brain connection and functionality with hands-on technique demonstration. Highly recommend!"
"I appreciate this course not only for my practice but for the life of my own hands. Thank you!"
"Wonderful! Loved the 3D slides and movement. Til gave me a better understanding of the hand and how it functions."
"Til is one of the most skilled, informative, and concise instructors for manual therapy. This was a wonderful mini workshop packed with information that can be easily integrated into one's practice."
