Manual Therapy Evolution: The Alchemy of Art, Evidence, and Empathy
- Speaker:
- Mike Stella, AT
- Duration:
- 2 Hours
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Copyright:
-
Oct 10, 2024
- Product Code:
- POS065530
- Media Type:
- Digital Seminar
Description
Join us for a dynamic session that busts outdated mechanical methods and dives headfirst into modern, evidence-based practices. Arm yourself with practical insights to revolutionize your clinical practice and stay at the cutting edge of your field.
Discover how manual therapy can radically influence pain perception through neurological and psychological mechanisms. You'll learn to use these techniques to effectively modulate the nervous system’s response to pain, delivering superior patient outcomes.
Empower your patients with strategies that foster independence and self-efficacy. Walk away with holistic, evidence-aligned techniques that boost engagement and trust. Through real-world examples and in-depth discussions, you’ll gain the skills to apply evidence-based methods that directly improve patient care.
Key Takeaways:
- Shift from traditional mechanical-based models, science-backed approaches in manual therapy.
- Explore how manual therapy influences pain perception through neurological and psychological mechanisms.
- Use touch to alter the nervous system’s response to pain for better therapeutic results.
- Incorporate evidence-aligned techniques aligned to enhance patient engagement and self-efficacy.
Credit
Handouts/Brochure
| File type | File name | Number of pages | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manual - Manual Therapy Evolution (88.7 MB) | 17 Pages | Available after Purchase |
Speaker
Mike Stella, AT Related seminars and products
Mike Stella, AT, is a Certified Athletic Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist, and Performance Enhancement Specialist who is dedicated to helping all athletes and people overcome injuries and functional limitations. Mike has served as an athletic trainer for the Florida Gators Football and Track & Field teams, assisting in all facets of sports medicine, including injury evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation. While with the Gators, Mike developed his affinity for manual therapies, honing his skills with some of the best athletes, coaches, and multidisciplinary medical staff in the nation.
After his time at Florida, Mike was hired as the rehabilitation coordinator and athletic trainer at George Washington University. Since then, Mike has seen time at other NCAA Division 1 universities, as well as in the private sector at the US Athletic Training Center. He then started Recovery Lab, a unique membership-based sports medicine model in Syosset, NY. Mike is a Marist College graduate with a Bachelor of Science Degree in sports medicine and athletic training. He also holds a Master’s Degree in sports management from George Washington University.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Michael Stella is the owner of The Movement Underground, LLC and receives a speaking honorarium from Fringe, LLC. and Implus, LLC. He receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. All relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations have been mitigated.
Non-financial: Michael Stella has no relevant non-financial relationships.
Additional Info
Access for Self-Study (Non-Interactive)Access never expires for this product.
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Objectives
- Critically evaluate and apply current evidence-based narratives in manual therapy to improve patient education and treatment plans, moving beyond outdated mechanical models.
- Analyze and utilize the neurological and psychological mechanisms of manual therapy to develop empathetic, personalized treatment strategies that enhance patient outcomes.
- Empower patients through education and holistic care by implementing hands-on techniques supported by the latest scientific evidence, fostering self-efficacy and reducing dependence on clinicians
Outline
Redefining Manual Therapy: From Myths to Modern Science- Dispelling common myths about soft tissue manipulation and the mechanical model
- Integrating current scientific research into manual therapy techniques
- Navigating social media scrutiny by promoting informed, evidence-based discussions
- Understanding the neurological and psychological mechanisms of manual therapy
- Utilizing manual therapy to influence pain perception through the nervous system
- Combining touch with empathy to foster patient trust and therapeutic success
- Teaching patients about their conditions and the rationale behind manual therapy
- Strategies to avoid patient over-reliance on clinicians by fostering self-efficacy and independence
- Incorporating empathetic communication to enhance patient engagement and outcomes
- Translating advanced concepts into practical, teachable methods
- Real-world examples of effective manual therapy interventions
Target Audience
- Athletic Trainers
- Chiropractors
- Exercise Physiologists
- Massage Therapists
- Occupational Therapists
- Occupational Therapy Assistants
- Physical Therapists
- Physical Therapy Assistants
- Other Rehabilitation and Fitness Professionals
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