An Introduction to Myofascial Release and Manual Therapy in Dysphagia Management
This interactive online content will introduce the dysphagia specialist to treatment techniques appropriate for soft tissue restrictions that contribute to an abnormal swallow. Lecture reviews muscular and fascial anatomy tying biomechanics and kinesiology into specific soft tissue mobilization techniques appropriate to improving all stages of the swallow. Case study integrates the interpretation of common pathology and symptomatology that may contribute to aspirative events and video instruction exemplifies the application of techniques. Additional course objectives include postural impairment as it relates to the swallowing clinician with an informative discussion and video demonstration of several basic practical skills. The presentation of this course will emphasize basic functional, biomechanical faults and provide a brief overview to the two-day, interactive workshop. The emphasis of this practical, online seminar is placed on the relationship of soft tissue whereby applying theory to practical intervention with manual therapy adds a whole new dimension to patient care.Course Requirements:
- Computer with internet and working speakers/sound are required for this course.
- Course must be completed within 30 days of activation (activate course within 6 months of purchase).
- An online multiple-choice quiz (80% passing score) and submission of an online evaluation form are required for successful completion.
- A certificate of completion will be available to print immediately after course is successfully completed.
- SLPs - ASHA CEUs may be obtained by completing the online ASHA form and checking the "Report to ASHA" box.
Domain of OT: Client Factors, Performance Skills
Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Review the anatomy and physiology pertaining to myofascia specific to deglutition and discuss the kinesiology of a successful swallow
- Describe consequences of muscular and soft tissue dysfunction and their influence on swallowing
- Discuss the indications, precautions and contraindications for myofascial mobilization in the context of dysphagia
- Identify a proper treatment approach utilizing manual techniques through multiple case study based on the significant evaluation findings
- Video review of basic myofascial release techniques appropriate case study presentations
Course Instructor(s)
John Kelly
M.P.T.
A graduate of the University of St. Augustine’s graduate Physical Therapy Program. John has over 17 years’ experience with acute inpatient and hospital-based outpatient rehabilitation and currently an outpatient clinical director for Siskin Rehabilitation Hospital in Chattanooga, Tennessee. John continues to balance full time patient care with administrative responsibilities. John is NDT certified and an experienced manual orthopedic therapist working toward his clinical doctorate and manual therapy certification. John is a certified VitalStim® Instructor and has taught orthopaedic and electrotherapy courses across the country. John is an accomplished clinical instructor and consistently is recognized for his exceptional patient rapport and strong evaluations from course participants.
Financial Disclosure: John is a salaried employee for his position at Siskin Rehabilitation Hospital. John Kelly receives honoraria from CIAO Seminars for the presentation of his live courses. He also receives royalties for the purchase of his recorded course(s)
Non-financial Disclosure: No relevant non-financial relationship exists.
Course Agenda
Contact hours pre-approved for:
- 1.5 Hours
- CIAO is an ASHA Approved Provider #AAWA (0.15 ASHA CEUs) bubble sheet submission required
- ASHA CE Provider Approval and use of the Brand Block does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedures.
- CIAO is an AOTA Approved Provider #4119 (0.15 AOTA CEUs)
- This course meets PDU requirements for NBCOT (0.15 PDUs)
- As an IACET Authorized Provider, CIAO offers CEUs for its programs that qualify under the ANSI/IACET Standard
- CIAO is authorized by IACET to offer 0.15 CEUs for this program
- CIAO is an Illinois Approved Provider for PT/PTA Continuing Education
- CIAO is recognized as an Approved Provider for PT/PTAs by the NYSE Dept State Board for PT
- This activity is provided by the Texas Board of PT Examiners Accredited Prov #2502009#TX
- This activity meets continuing competence requirements for PT/PTA license renewal in TX
- The assignment of Texas PT CCUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products ,or clinical procedures by TPTA or TBPTE
- Approved for:
- 1.5 Hours PT/PTAs in AR, IL, NY, TX(APTA #2502009#TX, 1.5 CCUs)
- 1.5 Hours OT/COTAs in FL(CE Broker #20-373963)
The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.
CIAO is accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET). CIAO complies with the ANSI/IACET Standard, which is recognized internationally as a standard of excellence in instructional practices. As a result of this accreditation, CIAO is accredited to issue the IACET CEU.
CIAO is recognized on the NBCOT Provider Registry (meets PDU requirements for NBCOT)
Introductory Level
0.15 ASHA CEUs