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Digital Seminar

Releasing the Iliopsoas


Faculty:
Peggy Lamb, MA, LMT, NCTMB,
Duration:
6 Hours 05 Minutes
Format:
Audio and Video
Copyright:
Nov 14, 2014
Product Code:
WDS020136
Brochure Code:
WDMTILIO
Media Type:
Digital Seminar
Access:
Never expires.

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Description

Strategies for Restoring the Low Back
For many therapists, treating low back pain is the number one issue for their patients. While there are likely a myriad of causes for this pain, the biggest factor is the iliopsoas muscle. When the iliopsoas muscle becomes contracted due to injuries, poor posture, extended stints of sitting, or even stress, it can alter the biomechanics of the pelvis and lumbar, thoracic, and even cervical vertebrae. Called the "hidden prankster" by authors Janet Travell and David Simons, this enigmatic muscle is the key to restoring power, ease, and fluidity to not only the low back but also to the rest of the body.

Since the iliopsoas can be distorted simply by the ways we stand, sit, and even walk and ultimately affects our spine and pelvis, it is crucial we understand this muscle and the various ways we can bring balance and restoration to our patients. In this one-day seminar, Peggy Lamb, MA, LMT, NCTMB, guides participants through various releasing techniques and stretching strategies for the iliopsoas and the secondary thigh flexors. Her primary method, called Muscle Swimming, incorporates elements of deep tissue, myofascial release, and trigger point techniques in order to glide the fascial layers and involve the neurology of active muscle contraction. This lab-intensive course is essential for any rehab or medical professional working toward assisting their clients and helping them achieve an injury-free state.

Credits


Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants - Florida

is an approved provider #50-466 with the Florida Department of Health Board of Occupational Therapy Practice. This course is approved for 6 contact hour(s) for Occupational Therapist and Occupational Therapy Assistants.


Other Professions

This educational offering qualifies for 6 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. 


Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants - Arkansas

This program has been approved by the Arkansas State Board Of Physical Therapy for 6.0 contact hour(s) for Physical Therapists.


Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants - Florida

This program has been approved by the Florida Physical Therapy Association for 7.0 continuing education hour(s) (Approval #). Accreditation of this course does not necessarily imply the FPTA supports the views of the presenter or the sponsors.


Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants - Illinois

is a Registered Physical Therapy Continuing Education Sponsor through the State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation. License #:216.000309. This course qualifies for 6.0 CE Credit Hour(s).


Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants - Indiana

This meets the IN-PT approval under 844 IAC 6-8-5 Approved Organizations #9, please contact IN Board or Association if you have questions.


Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants - New York

is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider for physical therapy and physical therapist assistant continuing education. This seminar is awarded 7.2 contact hour(s).


Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants - North Carolina

NCBPTE approval by virtue of approval by The New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions, State Board for Physical Therapy licensure board or state APTA chapter Approval good through 8/31/2021. This course qualifies for 6.0 continuing education hours. 


Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants - Oklahoma

This program has been submitted to the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure & Supervision for preapproval of 6 contact hour(s).



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Faculty

Peggy Lamb, MA, LMT, NCTMB, Related seminars and products


PEGGY LAMB, MA, LMT, NCTMB, has been practicing massage since 1986 and is certified through the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. She currently owns a private massage and movement therapy business, where she practices when she's not teaching. Ms. Lamb received her initial training at the New Mexico Academy of Massage and Advanced Healing Arts in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and at Wellness Skills, Inc., in Dallas, Texas. She taught clinical anatomy and physiology, trigger point therapy, and Swedish techniques at Wellness Skills, Inc., in Dallas and at Texas Healing Arts Institute in Austin. In addition to her extensive training in massage therapy, Ms. Lamb holds a master's degree in dance from American University in Washington, D.C. She also teaches dance and yoga and is a personal trainer. She is the author of Releasing the Rotator Cuff, Stretch Your Clients: The Bodyworker's Guide to Client Table Stretches, and From Ouch to Aaah! Shoulder Pain Self Care, all of which are available at www.CrossCountryEducation.com.

Ms. Lamb is an approved CE provider for the Texas Department of Health, the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork, and the Florida Department of Health. In addition to her busy Texas teaching schedule, she has presented nationally at the Florida State Convention, the New Mexico AMTA State Convention, and the Maine AMTA State Convention. Ms. Lamb brings her eclectic and extensive background into her teaching for an enlightening and enjoyable learning experience. For more information on Ms. Lamb, or to order her products, visit www.CrossCountryEducation.com.


Additional Info

Program Information

Access for Self-Study (Non-Interactive) Access never expires for this product.

Outline

Review of the anatomy

  • Actions
  • Function
  • Anterior tilt
  • Posterior tilt

Principles of Muscle Swimming

  • Warm the tissue
  • Pin and rock
  • Pin and move

Assessment Tests and Preliminary Releases

  • Positional release for short iliopsoas
  • Tests and corrections for pelvic tilt

Deep tissue work

  • Secondary thigh flexors
    • Strategies for the “tickle response”
    • Step-by-Step demonstration
  • Iliopsoas
    • Low back injury prevention strategies
    • Table stretches

Releasing the Iliopsoas Step-by-Step demonstration of

  • Pin and Move
  • Release of the superior portion of the psosa
  • Release of the iliopsoas and quadratus lumborum (Q.L.)
  • Side-lying Q.L. release
  • Iliopsoas/thigh flexor stretch
  • Side-lying iliopsoas/thigh flexor stretch

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Overall:      4.6

Total Reviews: 22

Comments

Melissa G - FRISCO, Texas

"Great course and material. "

Wendy W

"Great teacher, loved the in depth information on one major muscle group."

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