From toe walking to torticollis, kinesiology tape has rapidly gaining popularity in pediatric rehabilitation due to its unique ability to improve alignment and reeducate muscles for function. This hands-on certification course gives you all the tools, examples, and lab practice you need to immediately integrate taping for improved therapeutic outcomes, whether your goal is to increase coordination and performance on the athletic field or improve movement and motor control among children with developmental disabilities.
Kinesiology taping is a remarkably versatile technique that can be used in conjunction with sensory integration, splinting, NDT (Neurodevelopmental Treatment), Hippo- and Aquatic Therapies, and while this course has a pediatric focus, many of the applications are also effective in treating the adult patients with neurological conditions.
Master pediatric taping techniques for:
Includes effective taping interventions for:
What You Will Learn
Who Should Attend
Course Content
Course Content
IMPROVING MOVEMENT, MOBILITY, AND MOTOR CONTROL WITH TAPING TECHNIQUES
• The art and science of taping
• Case study: Features and characteristics of kinesiology tapes
• Tape applications/care tips
• Case study: Reducing risks involved in kinesiology taping
• Functional movement taping
THE SKIN-BRAIN CONNECTION
• Peripheral nerves
• Sensory system/receptors
PEDIATRIC TAPING APPLICATIONS AND CONSIDERATIONS
• Pain
• Posture
• Neuro
• Ortho
• Sports-related conditions and performance
TAPING INTERVENTIONS FOR PAIN
• Upper extremity
• Lower extremity
• Spine
TAPING INTERVENTIONS FOR POSTURE
• Scoliosis
• Torticollis
• Postural stress
• Hip dysplasia
• Foot over pronation
TAPING INTERVENTIONS FOR NEUROLOGICAL CONDITIONS
• Toe walking
• Low tone
• Hemiplegia
• Motor and movement disorders
• Central nervous system dysfunction
TAPING INTERVENTIONS FOR ORTHOPEDIC CONDITIONS
• Orthopedic conditions
• Joint hypermobility
• Growth-related disorders
• Sever’s disease
• Osgood-Schlatter disease
• General growing pains
i. Upper extremity
ii. Lower extremity
TAPING INTERVENTIONS FOR SPORTS-RELATED CONDITIONS
• Sports-related trauma/injury
• Acute conditions
i. Upper extremity
ii. Lower extremity
iii. Spine
• Chronic conditions
i. Instability
1. Little league shoulder
2. Little league elbow
ii. Endurance
1. Multi-directional instability
2. Stress fracture conditions of LE
iii. Tightness
1. Hamstring
2. Calf
• Performance
GETTING PEDIATRIC POPULATIONS TO WEAR THE TAPE AND KEEP IT ON
TIPS AND TRICKS FOR GETTING PARENTS TO BUY IN AND CARRY OVER
This educational offering qualifies for 6.5 continuing education hour(s) as required by many national, state and local licensing boards and professional organizations. Save your course outline and certificate of completion, and contact your own board or organization for specific filing requirements.
This educational offering qualifies for 6.5 continuing education hour(s) as required by many national, state and local licensing boards and professional organizations. Save your course outline and certificate of completion, and contact your own board or organization for specific filing requirements.
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| Course Manual_Pediatric Kinesiology Taping Certification (10.67 MB) | Available after Purchase |
<p><b>JOHN K. KONIUTO, PT, MSPT, DPT, FMT–C,</b> has over 15 years of experience with a primary clinical specialty of sports and orthopedic rehab, focusing on strength, balance, posture, and functional assessment while also incorporating the positive impact of fitness strategies on the aging process. Dr. Koniuto is the owner of Oakdale Physical Therapy & Fitness based in Johnson City, NY, and as a Certified Strength Training Specialist, Certified EMT and FMT Certified Level 1 & 2 RockDoc, he also has a special interest in injury prevention, wellness, and rehab using individualized kinesiology taping techniques and movement correction strategies. Dr. Koniuto earned his Bachelor of Science and Master's of Physical Therapy at Springfield College in Massachusetts and his Doctorate from Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY. He has worked with professional level athletes and sports teams and has extensive experience in various clinical settings, including private practice, hospitals, home health agencies, nursing homes, scholastic, and industrial companies. Outside of the clinic Dr. Koniuto instructs nationwide continuing education courses and has been published in Physical Therapy Magazine.</p>
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