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Course Summary Elevate Your Diagnostic Skills: Master Orthopedic Special Tests for Common MSK Conditions! Stop guessing and start confidently identifying musculoskeletal issues with this dynamic, practical CPD course. Led by experienced Register Osteopath Becky Tyler, you’ll go beyond basic assessment and gain mastery in performing and interpreting key orthopaedic special tests. This intensive course will equip you with the essential skills to accurately assess a wide range of commonly seen conditions, including Tennis Elbow, Plantar Fasciitis, Rotator Cuff Tears, and more. This is a critical CPD for any manual therapist wanting to refine their diagnostic accuracy and provide more effective treatment. Course Content Comprehensive Review of Common MSK Conditions: An in-depth overview of prevalent musculoskeletal conditions encountered in clinical practice Mastering Upper Limb Special Tests: Practical, hands-on instruction and practice in performing and interpreting key special tests for the shoulder (e.g., Empty Can, Hawkins-Kennedy, Neer’s), elbow (e.g., Jobe’s), wrist and hand (e.g., Phalen’s, Tinel’s, Finkelstein’s), and cervical spine (e.g., Spurling’s) etc. Emphasis will be placed on proper technique, sensitivity, specificity, and clinical relevance. Mastering Lower Limb and Lumbar Spine Special Tests:Practical, hands-on instruction and practice in performing and interpreting key special tests for the lumbar spine (e.g., Straight Leg Raise, Slump Test, Quadrant Test), sacroiliac joint (e.g., FABER), hip (e.g., Trendelenburg, Thomas), knee (e.g., McMurray’s, LCL), ankle and foot (e.g., Anterior Drawer, Windlass) etc. Emphasis will be placed on proper technique, sensitivity, specificity, and clinical relevance. Clinical Reasoning and Interpretation: Developing critical thinking skills to integrate special test findings with patient history and other assessment components to arrive at accurate diagnoses and inform treatment plans. Case studies and real-world scenarios will be utilised. Practical Application and Refinement: Ample opportunity for hands-on practice in pairs, receiving feedback on technique and interpretation to build confidence and proficiency in performing special tests. Understanding Sensitivity, Specificity, and Clinical Relevance:Gaining a deeper understanding of the diagnostic accuracy of various special tests and how to apply this knowledge in clinical decision-making. We only have small numbers on all our courses ensuring you have plenty of time with Becky to really develop your technique and feel confident in offering this technique to your patients. We pride ourselves on always being there ready to help and offer advise not only during the course but after as well, all you need to do is ask! Who can attend Physiotherapists Osteopaths Chiropractors Acupuncturists Manual Therapists Sports Therapists Level 4 Sports Massage Therapists We may ask you to provide a copy of your qualification. Assessment Observation during the course day
Course Summary Elevate Your Manual Therapy Skills: Advance Your Massage Practice! Take your massage therapy to the next level with this intensive one-day CPD course focused on powerful and effective advanced techniques. Led by Registered Osteopath Becky Tyler, you’ll gain proficiency in Muscle Energy Techniques (METs) including Post-Isometric Relaxation (PIR) and Reciprocal Inhibition (RI), Pin and Stretch, Cross Fibre Frictions, Trigger Point Therapy, and Myofascial Release. This course is essential for therapists seeking to address deeper tissue restrictions, improve client outcomes, and expand their therapeutic toolkit. Invest in your skills and transform your practice! Course Content Muscle Energy Techniques (METs): Understand the neurophysiological principles of Post-Isometric Relaxation (PIR) and Reciprocal Inhibition (RI). Learn precise application of PIR for lengthening hypertonic muscles and restoring range of motion, and effective use of RI to relax target muscles via antagonists. Develop skills in assessing and applying METs appropriately for various musculoskeletal imbalances. Pin and Stretch: Explore the impact of fascial restrictions on movement and pain. Learn effective tissue anchoring through precise pinning techniques and the art of combining pinning with dynamic stretching to release deep fascia and improve tissue glide. Discover strategic ways to integrate Pin and Stretch into your massage routines. Cross Fibre Frictions: Understand the physiological effects of breaking down adhesions, stimulating healing, and realigning tissue fibres. Learn correct hand positioning, pressure modulation, and rhythm for effective application on tendons, ligaments, and muscles. Determine appropriate indications and contraindications for safe and beneficial use. Trigger Point Therapy: Gain a deeper understanding of the formation, referral patterns, and perpetuating factors of myofascial trigger points. Refine your palpation skills for accurate location and assessment. Learn a range of advanced release methods beyond sustained pressure, including ischaemic compression with movement and stripping techniques, and how to seamlessly integrate trigger point work into your treatments. Myofascial Release: Explore the interconnectedness of fascia and its impact on pain and movement. Learn various direct and indirect hands-on techniques for addressing global fascial restrictions. Discover how to effectively blend myofascial techniques with other massage modalities for comprehensive client care. Integrating Advanced Techniques: This section covers practical strategies and considerations for safely and effectively incorporating these advanced techniques into your existing massage protocols. We only have small numbers on all our courses ensuring you have plenty of time with Becky to really develop your technique and feel confident in offering this technique to your patients. We pride ourselves on always being there ready to help and offer advise not only during the course but after as well, all you need to do is ask! Who can attend Physiotherapists Osteopaths Chiropractors Acupuncturists Manual Therapists Sports Therapists Sports Massage Therapists We may ask you to provide a copy of your qualification. Assessment Observation during the course day
First Aid Training For Children
By Immerse Medical
Immerse Training is a fully regulated First Aid Training Provider. We love working in schools, nurseries and youth groups teaching young people how to keep each other safe and what to do if something goes wrong. With sessions sessions from 1 hour tasters for every class in a school, to after school first aid clubs, Immerse Training are certain to design a programme that’s right for you, your budget and your children. We currently deliver First Aid and Life-Saving skills across a variety of settings to groups of children and young people from 4 to 14 years old, when they are able to participate in accredited First Aid courses. All of our First Aid Training for Children courses are designed in collaboration with qualified childcare practitioners and child health clinicians. Our programmes can be tailored to meet any area of the curriculum from Early Years Foundation Stage through to Key Stage 3. First Aid Training for Children is a great way to prepare young people for specific activities such as Duke of Edinburgh expeditions, babysitting and sports leadership. First Aid Courses For Young People Programmes and sessions for young people focusing on how to keep each other safe and what to do if something goes wrong. Sessions are designed with age and national curriculum in mind, from 1 hour tasters to sessions for large groups, perfect as part of NCS and Duke of Edinburgh programmes. Our training for young people is fun, engaging and focuses on fundamental life saving skills. All courses can be delivered at our training centre in Poole, Dorset or we can deliver on-site across Bournemouth, Poole, Dorset, Hampshire and the South of England.
Training with Birmingham Settlement
By Birmingham Settlement
Birmingham Settlement are running a programme of training sessions between April and July 2024. All sessions are half-a-day and are an excellent opportunity to learn about important topics, starting with Adult Safeguarding on the 18th April. If you are interested in any of the courses or would like more information, contact our Trainer David Coombes via email david.coombes@bsettlement.org.uk or by phone 07399 560 766. Training Sessions: Adult Safeguarding April 18th 9.15am – 12.30pm (Sports & Community Centre, Kingstanding) Training will include: What is Adult Safeguarding? What is abuse? Categories of abuse. Those most at risk of abuse. Identifying the signs of abuse. Taking safeguarding action. The issue of client consent. Mental Health Awareness April 23rd 9.30am – 12.45pm (Nature & Wellbeing Centre, Ladywood) Training will include: Defining mental health and mental illness. Signs and symptoms of the most common mental health conditions. Identifying and responding to a mental health crisis. Maintaining positive mental wellbeing. How best to support mental health recovery. Trauma Informed Practice May 14th 9.30am – 12.45pm (Nature & Wellbeing Centre, Ladywood) Training will include: What is trauma? Symptoms of trauma. Impact of trauma on children. Understanding the impact of Adverse Childhood experiences. Key principles of trauma informed practice. Managing work stress and undertaking self-care. Professional Boundaries May 23rd 9.15am – 12.30pm (Sports & Community Centre, Kingstanding) Training will include: What are professional boundaries and why are they important? Professional vs Personal boundaries and how they differ. How trauma impacts personal power and the ability to establish boundaries. Signs of boundary violations. How boundaries support wellbeing. Conflict Resolution June 6th 9.15am – 12.30pm (Sports & Community Centre, Kingstanding) Training will include: Defining conflict and exploring the risks vs the benefits of conflict. Looking at anger and aggression. Understanding how the brain responds to threat and danger. Exploring the practical communication strategies effective in the prevention and de-escalation of conflict. Learning to respond rather than react. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion June 11th 9.30am – 12.45pm (Nature & Wellbeing Centre, Ladywood) Training will include: The Equality Act and protected characteristics. Different forms of discrimination. How ‘membership’ of specific groups might bring advantage or disadvantage. Understanding the ‘multi layered’ nature of discrimination. Understanding how diversity and inclusion can positively impact and change what we do. Dementia Awareness July 9th 9.30am – 12.45pm (Nature & Wellbeing Centre, Ladywood) Training will include: What is dementia? The different types of dementia. The signs and symptoms of dementia. Risk reduction strategies. Benefits of early diagnosis. Barriers to diagnosis, treatment, and support. How we can help. Disability Awareness July 18th 9.15 – 12.30pm (Sports & Community Centre, Kingstanding) Training will include: Defining disability, disability as a social construct, non-visible disabilities. Barriers facing those with disabilities and the positive actions and reasonable adjustments we all can make to create more inclusive and less discriminatory environments.
