Course description
To understand the key concepts of Fascial Manipulation® in relation to musculoskeletal and internal dysfunctions of the human body, it is necessary to master both the theoretical and practical application of the method. This is taught in a step-by-step process to ensure the therapist gains a complete understanding of the system. A course for Fascial Manipulation in veterinary medicine is also available.
Fascial Manipulation® Courses
This program, dedicated to the human fascial system, spans four consecutive levels: 48 hours for Level 1 and 2, 40 hours for Level 3, and 32 hours for Level 4.
The training consists of theoretical lectures, demonstrations by the teaching staff, and practical training for the participants. This deepens the students’ knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the fascial system, as well as the biomechanical model used in the application of the Fascial Manipulation method. It is essential for students to learn how to palpate and locate the FM points. The focus in this process is on the assessment of musculoskeletal and internal dysfunctions, as well as the development of a treatment strategy.
Level I – 48 hours over two weekends
Level I focuses on various dysfunctions of the musculoskeletal system and correlates this information with the densifications known as Centers of Coordination (CC), which are located within myofascial units. The correlation of this information relates to conditions such as tendinopathy, cervicalgia, back pain, sciatica, carpal tunnel syndrome, and headaches, to name a few. Myofascial units continue into myofascial sequences, creating an understanding of what are known as fascial chains. Completion of Level 1 allows access to Level 2.
Level II – 48 hours over two weekends
The second stage deals with the anatomy and function of the retinacula fascialia, which are responsible for complex movements. The assessment and treatment of these complex movements require knowledge of additional areas known as Centers of Fusion (CF). This is considered within the three-dimensional biomechanical model of the Fascial Manipulation method. Also introduced in Level 2 is the concept of the organization of the fascial system with diagonal and spiral movements through the fascia corporis. By the end of the course, participants gain full awareness of the anatomy and function of the retinacula fascialia in the context of complex gestures. Completion of the Level 2 course allows access to the Level 3 course.
Level III – 40 hours over 5 days during two weekends
This stage is specific to global dysfunctions related to the internal fascia, including organ-fascial units and apparatus fascial sequences (catenaries). Microscopic and macroscopic autonomic ganglia are introduced. Palpatory verification for tensostructures is presented to define the points that disturb the peristalsis of each o-f unit. Level III also presents the palpatory verification for the catenaries of the trunk and the controls, along with the pivots and tensors of the limbs, to restore the three-dimensional biomechanics of the human body. Every day includes practical exercises, including clinical demonstrations and treatments by the instructors.
Level IV – 40 hours over 5 days during two weekends
This stage is specific to external (superficial fascia) and internal (paravertebral and prevertebral ganglia) systemic dysfunctions. It teaches how to examine the quadrants of the superficial fascia with different manual skills to find changes in dermatomes, adipotomes, and angiosomes located in the external systems. Internal systems are also assessed, examining the autonomic fibers affected in the thermoregulatory system; fibrosis of the adipotomes for the metabolic system; and densifications of the peri-lymphonodal connective tissue for the immune system. Every day includes practical exercises, including clinical demonstrations and treatments by the instructors.
Who has access?
The Fascial Manipulation® courses for the human body are aimed at physicians, physiotherapists, chiropractors, and other therapists who have successfully completed at least six semesters of post-secondary education (after high school) that included courses in anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics, and who hold a state license.
Certification
At the end of the course, each participant receives a certificate of attendance.