What is Neuromuscular Therapy?
Neuromuscular Therapy is a form of Physical Therapy. It is drug-free and predominantly hands on non-invasive manual medicine that focuses on the effective treatment of pain and changes in sensations treating not only the musculoskeletal systems but also with a unique focus on treating fascia and myofascial trigger points.
Neuromuscular Physical Therapy offers a unique holistic (whole body) approach to health care. Neuromuscular Physical Therapists do not simply concentrate on treating the problem area, but use various manual soft tissue manipulation techniques to bring balance to all the systems of the body, through neuromuscular and fascial interventions in an effort to provide a foundation that encourages a return to or maintenance of good health and wellbeing.
The philosophy of European Neuromuscular Physical Therapy is what sets it apart from other complementary medical disciplines. The key principles are based on all parts of the body functioning together in an integrated manner. If one part of the body is restricted or experiencing pain, then the rest of the body must adapt and compensate for this, eventually leading to inflammation, pain, stiffness and other health conditions. Neuromuscular Physical Therapy takes account of the dynamic contractile ability of human fascia and the formation, etiology and treatment of Myofascial Trigger Points.
Neuromuscular Physical Therapy is the ideal complement to primary health care professionals and General Practitioners (i.e Medical Doctors) work. Treatment of pain and injury is one aspect of Neuromuscular Physical Therapy, however, a preventative role is also evident as when the body is free of restrictions in movement, Neuromuscular Physical Therapy treatment assists the body with pain minimisation, reduced stress and greater mobility providing the body with the opportunity to heal itself thereby avoiding knock-on negative effects.
Exercise and Nutrition expert John Sharkey MSc is the director and founder of European Neuromuscular Physical Therapy. Neuromuscular Therapy is also established in North America (i.e American Version) but differs significantly from the European style. There are several training centres in Ireland offering professional training in Neuromuscular Physical Therapy up to Higher Diploma level. With the best ones, students enjoy the fact that they have access to some of the world’s leading authorities in the area including eminent lecturers such as Leon Chaitow and Judith DeLany.
So what can students learn during such a course:
There are CCME course as an advanced Complementary Medical Educational (CME) programme involving Sports Massage and Soft Tissue Manipulation techniques including:
Primary and Advanced Anatomy & Physiology
Exercise Physiology
Neuro Physiology
Cadaver Studies
Myology
Soft Tissue Release
Muscle Energy Techniques
Trigger Point Techniques
Neuromuscular Techniques
Positional and Myofascial Release
What is most important, is that graduates can start a successful career in physical therapy provided they meet general requirements.
In addition to following a strict code of ethics, all licensed Neuromuscular and Physical Therapists must be a member of a recognised professional body such as the Association of Neuromuscular Therapists. Membership of this Association allows a therapists patients to benefit from health insurance payments.
The combination of continuing education and professional status will offer the reassurance which the public demand before a course of treatment commences. Patients will be able to verify the professional status of therapists using an on-line licensing register.
National Qualification In Pilates And Special Populations?
National Qualification in Pilates and Special Populations?
Entry requirements
A recognised, current and valid primary pilates qualification.
What can I do with this qualification ?
Offer safe and effective Pilates Mat instruction to pragnant clients and older adults.
Successful completion allows graduates to obtain professional indemnity insurance cover to faciliate the delivery of this type of exercise.
Programme Overview
The National Qualification in Pilates Matwork and the National Qualification in Pilates and Special Populations have come about as a result of 22 years of teaching Pilates and extensive work with the fitness industry.
This course has been designed to meet the fantastic demand for the Pilates method and we now have a great opportunity to educate in more complete body awareness.
The science and concept of Pilates is a rapidly expanding field with new career opportunities and exciting career pathways for Health Fitness instructors and Personal Trainers.
The aim of this course is to provide Pilates Matwork instructors with skills to enable them to modify the fundamental movements for the pregnant client and the older adult.
Entry Requirements
Completion of National Qualification in Pilates Matwork Level One
Synoptic Syllabus
The National Qualification in Pilates and Special Populations covers all relevant areas including:
# Pregnanacy: Benefits of pre-natal exercise
# Physiological changes associated with pregnancy
# Common medical conditions associated with pregnancy
# Modification of the fundamental movements and exercise programming
# Older adult: Benefits of Pilates for the older adult
# Understanding the ageing process
# Psychological & social factors which influence the older adults ability to exercise
# Common medical conditions associated with ageing
# Guidelines for exercise prescription
# Modification of the fundamental movements and exercise programming
National Qualification in Frequency Specific Microcurrent
Graduates of the National Qualification in Frequency Specific Microcurrent can offer this effective, science based treatment model to their patients.
Additional Information
Graduates of the National Qualification in Frequency Specific Microcurrent will need to purchase a microcurrent machine in order to be able to offer this treatment to their patients. Machines cost in the region of 5,000 (subject to currency fluctuations as machines are imported from the United States.
Overview
The National Qualification in Frequency Specific Microcurrent is an advanced certification qualification, delivered by the College of Complimentary Medical Education (CCME) and offers graduates the opportunity to treat patients with micro electrical charges which reduce pain and improve health.
This programme consists of one two day tutorial session and one three day tutorial session with both a practical and written examination on completion of the second three day tutorial. The course includes lecture time and hands on practice time. The lecture includes the research data and conceptual framework within which the observed and documented FSM effects can be explained. The concepts are from physics, biophysics and thermodynamics but are structured in lay terms.
The frequencies and treatment protocols for myofascial pain, disc, facet and nerve pain are taught on the first day. The protocols and frequencies for concussion, nervous system and visceral conditions and emotional issues are taught on the second and third day with examination taking place on the fourth day.
The course includes diagnostic procedures for inner ear concussion, discogenic and facet generated and neuropathic pain. The 6 hours of practical sessions include setting up and operating and caring for the machine and the gloves and how to use the protocols to treat various body parts. The treatment method and application is different than any other way of treating muscular pain for example because the hands are placed in such a way as to allow current to flow through the tissue being treated and pressure is used only to move the tissue while the frequency is breaking up the scar tissue.
Early enrolment is recommended and tuition fees should be included with enrolment form.
Entry Requirements
The National Qualification in Frequency Specific Microcurrent is open to qualified individuals including doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, chiropractors, osteopaths, acupuncturists, occupational therapists, massage therapists, and neuromuscular therapists. Some other complementary therapists may also be eligible.
Learning To Teach Pilates – What Does It Involve?
Overview
The National Qualification in Pilates Matwork Level 1 is designed to enable learners to achieve the appropriate knowledge and skills necessary to teach Pilates movements at beginner level. Pilates can be taught on a one-to-one basis or in a group exercise session and this course is recommended for those individuals who wish to invest in a new rewarding career or for health fitness instructors and Personal Trainers who wish to enhance their earnings.
Entry requirements
Option 1 – Open to all individuals with no formal training or qualification but must have an interest in human movement and anatomy.
Option 2 – Approved Prior Learning Route (APL) route. This option is open to individuals who can demonstrate that they have undertaken formal training in the areas of anatomy and physiology, exercise science, gym instruction, personal training and group exercise. Suitable candidates for this option include qualified fitness instructors and personal trainers.
What can I do with this qualification?
On successful completion of this course candidates will receive the National Qualification in Pilates Matwork Level 1 and will be qualified to deliver Pilates Mat based classes to the general public.
Terms and Conditions
Reading this information will ensure that you understand the commitments involved when taking part on the National Qualification in Pilates Matwork Level 1 course. The points below will also help you to formulate any questions you may have in relation to the course.
It is each student’s responsibility to ensure attendance at every tutorial. Such attendance should be in a timely manner as late arrival at tutorials is disruptive for other participants.
In addition to our Code of Ethics and our National Standards and Guidelines, there are rules and regulations regarding personal appearance, conduct, time-keeping, and attendance. Participation on this course assumes your consent to be bound by these conditions.
Payment of course fees at any time guarantees a place on the course, subject to availability. This guarantee is valid up to the specified start date contained within the literature for this course. All course fees are non-refundable.
In order to receive the certificate associated with this course, students must sit final examination and achieve the minimum required pass mark.
All applicants for the National Qualification in Pilates Matwork Level 1 have a responsibility to ensure that they are not suffering from any illness or injury which may prevent their complete participation on the course. Applicants must also ensure that they do not suffer from any communicable disease and furthermore, should they contract such a disease during the term where they are participating on the course, that they will not attend for the duration of the period during which they could infect fellow students.
Once course fees have been paid refunds will not be offered in any circumstances. Should there be a genuine medical or compassionate reason why a student is unable to commence a course where fees have already been paid, they may apply to the Educational Committee to defer their participation to a later date. All submissions to the Educational Committee must be made in writing and sent by post.
The decision of the Educational Committee in all such matters is final. The Educational Committee meet on the last Friday of each month and when the last Friday of a month falls on a public holiday correspondence will not be dealt with until the following month.
Examination results and / or certificates will not be issued to any student who has not paid all fees due in respect of the National Qualification in Pilates Matwork Level 1 programme. Course dates and times are may be subject to change.
