Introduction to Craniomandibular Orthopedics
Craniomandibular Orthopedics is a combination of various cranial techniques used to remove areas of challenge from the system and restore harmony to the body and head.
Welcome to the world of Craniomandibular Orthopedics. This is a biomechanical approach to treating the body and Craniosacral system. For many students they have been introduced to the Craniosacral system in college or through post graduation seminars such as Upledger Institute or similar courses. This is a course that is more in line with classic osteopathic treatment of the Craniosacral system. As such the pressures will be greater than 5g. We are able to safely use more pressures when we have clear understanding of the structures involved combined with specific induction tests.
Many practitioners have already discovered that merely correcting sacral and cranial lesions that a multitude of disorders can be treated.
We are going to look at the trouble spots in the cranium. These are typically areas that are pivot points and can disrupt the periphery of the cranium the most. The periphery can then influence the deeper structures such as the dural membranes, sphenobasilar synchondrosis, brain tissues and beyond.
| Want to become more SKILLED at decreasing persistent pain? | Needing to REDUCE the amount of wear and tear on your body? |
Are you looking for a way to help with HEADACHES and concussions? |
If you answered "Yes" to any of the questions above, then this in-person course is for you.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Accomplish better results treating persistent pain that is gentle for the patient/client.
BENEFITS FOR PATIENTS
When your regular Massage Therapy treatments are not providing results.
Headaches in the temples, back of the head and suboccipital regions are often helped with the increased mobility of the cranial periphery.
Conclusions from a 12-week treatment regime showed high retention, good acceptability and minimal adverse events for improving sleep quality among fibromyalgia syndrome participants.
Ughreja, R. A. ., Venkatesan, P., Gopalakrishna, D. B., & Singh, Y. P. (2023). Feasibility and Efficacy of Craniosacral Therapy on Sleep Quality in Fibromyalgia Syndrome: a Pre-Post Pilot Trial. International Journal of Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork: Research, Education, &Amp; Practice, 16(2), 4–11. https://doi.org/10.3822/ijtmb.v16i2.819
This course material has been shown to increase the participants' quality of life for up to 3 months after the intervention. It was shown to be safe and effective in reducing neck pain intensity and it may also improve functional disability.
Haller H, Lauche R, Cramer H, Rampp T, Saha FJ, Ostermann T, Dobos G. Craniosacral Therapy for the Treatment of Chronic Neck Pain: A Randomized Sham-controlled Trial. Clin J Pain. 2016 May;32(5):441-9. doi: 10.1097/AJP.0000000000000290. PMID: 26340656; PMCID: PMC4894825.
FOR WHOM
These treatments work particularly well on sensitive clients/patients. You will be able to utilize these treatment methods immediately into your practice. For both assessment and treatment.
Do you have people that come to your clinic and your usual methods are not getting the desired result?
Are you experiencing burnout and sore upper extremity and neck pain from treating all day? This will help take the load off your own body and still offer your clients/patients relief from their pain.
You are a registered health care worker such as a Registered Massage Therapist, Physiotherapist, Chiropractor etc.
You have taken a cranial sacral course previously and are able to palpate the craniosacral rhythm (or cranial rhythmical impulse)
Manual will be provided In-Person
Course Information and Outline
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ROBERT HACKWOOD, RMT
Robert Hackwood
Robert has been involved in teaching Massage Therapy skills for over 30 years, including Muscle Energy Technique, Craniosacral in various forms, Neuromuscular Therapy, Assessment, Osteopathic Techniques, and more. He has served as a teaching assistant for several instructors offering continuing education, taught at three different Massage Therapy Colleges, authored articles, and participated in the development of the Massage Therapy profession in British Columbia.
What amazing information will I see?
Tests to assess and confirm mobility
Experience what it means to "pump up a head"
Detailed anatomy of the cranium
Introduction to Osteopathic styled cranial
Treatment methods for influencing dysfunctions
This is a limited sized class. ONLY 8 students will be registered for this course. This allows for an excellent teacher : student ratios. Learning to palpate the cranial rhythm is very experiential so having a small class is paramount.
Yes, the detailed manual will be provided to you at the workshop.
Cancellation & Refund Policy for In-Person (live) 1-2 day Courses
A $45 administrative fee is withheld for any refunds processed.
Cancellation will be accepted until 31 days prior to the start date of the course and a full refund given, minus the administration fee.
Between 15 and 30 days prior to the course the registration fee may be transferable to another course, space permitting or 50% refunded.
There will be NO REFUNDS within 14 days of the course or if the registrant does not attend the course, your space has been reserved for you, and no refund or transfer of fee will be given.
Transfers must be within the same CEC Cycle or for courses already scheduled at the time of transfer.
Robert Hackwood and Dynamic Therapies reserves the right to cancel any course due to insufficient participant demand or extenuating circumstances. In the event we must cancel a course, you may transfer to another course of equivalent value, or request a refund. While we will do everything possible to ensure participant satisfaction, our liability is limited to the tuition fee only.
