Until now, choices were limited if you wanted to learn how to use kinesiology tape.
You had to read a book or attend an expensive class that locked you into one way of applying tape.
Not anymore.
FMT Basic introduces functional kinesiology taping methods that can improve the movement and performance of patients and clients. It includes a review of current literature supporting the theories that describe and delineate specific techniques of applying kinesiology taping for enhancement of rehabilitation or performance outcomes. Evidence based chapters in this course include topics of technique, theory and practical lab experience in areas such as pain management; edema/swelling control and proprioceptive guidance to enhance postural positioning. Kinesiology taping for scar mobility and symptoms associated with nerve entrapment are introduced in this course.
FMT Basic is an evidence-informed kinesiology taping course that advances students’ understanding of the efficacy of elastic therapeutic taping as a rehabilitation and performance intervention for patient and client conditions ranging from pain mitigation to improving fluid dynamics and sharpening proprioception. FMT Basic methodically examines the research-influenced content basis for a practical framework of ‘taping movement, not muscles’ replacing an outdated model of taping techniques which was focused on directional taping, specific percentages of stretch applied to the tape and the concept of activation or inhibition of muscles.
Functional Movement Training (FMT) courses are taught by industry leading experts in movement assessment, performance and rehabilitation. CEUs may be offered for DC, ATC, PT, LMTs, LAc, OTs and personal trainers. If your profession & state is unavailable, we do not currently offer CEUs – however, we are continually adding additional licenses.
At the conclusion of the course, attendees will be able to:
- Define and discuss the physiological effects of kinesiology taping on the body
- Demonstrate, via application, functional taping techniques that are specifically designed to influence injury, edema, neurologic conditions, scar and posture
- Demonstrate and discuss how the fascial system functions, and how kinesiology tape interfaces with the mechanical, chemical and neurosensory sub-systems of fascia
- Understand and differentiate fluid dynamics taping applications for acute edema and chronic fluid dysfunction conditions using the jellyfish taping method
- Discover and experiment with various tape application techniques for common musculoskeletal injury conditions such as low back discomfort*, shoulder strains, ankle sprains and post-operative patient/client care
- Demonstrate and apply posture taping applications for correction of common chronic postural deficits of the upper and lower spine regions
- Discuss and interpret kinesiology taping techniques for neurologic entrapment syndromes and scar tissue management
This course is 6 hours in length and a 30 Question multiple choice quiz will be required after completing the course to receive your CEU certificate. A 70% test score is required to pass and receive CEUs. The quiz can be open book and unlimited attempts on the quiz are allowed.
Refund policy:
Rocktape offers a 100% satisfaction guarantee for all FMT Education courses. If you are not completely satisfied with your educational product purchase and experience, please call 408-912-ROCK for a full refund.
CEUs may be offered for DC, ATC, PT, LMT, OTs and personal trainers – depending on location and class type.
Prerequisite: None
Course supplies are not included with this course. It is recommended that you have 2 rolls of kinesiology tape to participate in this course.
DC
This course is valid for continuing education credit through NUHS in the following states, so long as it falls within the scope of practice as outlined by the corresponding state board: AK, CO, CT, DE, DC, ID, IL, IA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MT, NE, NV, NJ, NC, ND, OH, OR, RI, SC, SD, UT, VT, VA, WA (Considered distance learning, please check with your board how many hours you are allowed)
Please note that online continuing education is not recognized in the following states: FL, IN, KY, LA, MS, OK, WI, WY
AL, AZ, AR, CA, HI. IN, KS, KY, MO, NH, NM, NY, PA, TN, TX, WV, WY CEU approval for this course has been submitted and is pending.
*NUHS makes no representation either directly or indirectly that the substantive matter being presented is approved or within respective scope of licensing. It remains the attendees’ responsibility to contact the state board(s) from which they seek continuing education credits for purposes of ensuring said board(s) approves both the delivery method and content as they relate to this event.
PT/PTA
AL, CO, CT, IA, MA, ME, MN, NE, NH, OR, SD, UT, WA, WY – FMT Basic meets continuing education requirements for these State Physical Therapy Boards.
AR- FMT Basic has been approved by the AR State Physical Therapy Board for 5.50 contact hours.
CA – (FMT Basic 6 CEUs) approved by the California Physical Therapy Association.
KS- FMT Basic is approved by the Kansas Physical Therapy Association for 6.0 CEUS.
FL- FMT Basic is approved by the FPTA for 6 contact hours.
KY- FMT Basic is approved by APTA Kentucky, A Chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association, for 6 Category 1 contact hours.
LA- FMT Basic has been approved by the LA Physical Therapy Board for 6 contact hours.
MD, NE, NV, NM – Approval for CEU has been submitted and is pending.
TX – (FMT Basic 6 CCUs) approved by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
VT- FMT Basic is approved by the APTA Vermont for 6 CEUs.
AK, AZ, DE, GA, HI, ID, IN, MI, MS, MO, MT, NC, ND, PA, RI, SC, TN, VA – FMT Basic meets continuing education requirements for these State Physical Therapy Boards by virtue of approval by APTA Kentucky, A Chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association, for 6 Category 1 contact hours.
DC, IL – FMT Basic (6 contact hours) meets continuing education requirements for these State Physical Therapy Boards by virtue of a National University of Health Sciences approval. NUHS is recognized by the Secretary of States Department of Education.
ATC
FMT Basic (BOC Approved provider # P8570) is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to Certified Athletic Trainers. This program is eligible for a maximum of (6 hours/CEUs FMT Basic Category A). ATs should claim only those hours actually spent in the educational program.
LMT
FMT Basic is approved (#179) by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider
OT
AR, HI, ID, MA, ME, MI, NE, ND, SC, TX, VA, WI OT – FMT Basic meets continuing education requirements for these State OT Boards.
Hour One
Overview of outline of the course; introduction of topics that will be covered as well as description of practical lab experience and presentation of case studies.
What is FMT? Functional Movement Training
Introduction of Taping History (Ch 1)
Types of taping, rigid vs dynamic tape
Kinesiology taping and its popularity
Kinesiology tape – features and characteristics
Tape application, skin preparation techniques
Reducing risks involved in kinesiology taping
Past and future taping techniques, trends and movements
Skin Anatomy/Physiology and Tape Mechanisms (Ch 2)
Skin-brain connection
Sensory system, discussion of hair follicles and skin receptors
Cortical Homunculus Review
Pain Mitigation (Ch 3)
Pain Gate Theory
Neuromatrix Model
Biopsychosocial Model of Pain (BPS)
Science Literature Review
Decompression Effect of Tape (Ch 4)
Looking under the skin with MSK Ultrasound
Science Literature Review
Neurosensory Input Effect of Tape (Ch 5)
Importance of brain’s role in movement
Effects of Tape on Balance, Tactile Acuity
Science Literature Review
Does direction of tape and amount of tape stretch matter
Kinesiology Tape (Ch 6&7)
Qualities of Kinesiology Tape
General taping application rules
Indications/Contraindications
Negotiables and non-negotiables for technique
Hour Two
Pain Mitigation Taping – Spine (Ch 8)
Effects and benefits of Kinesiology Taping on Pain – Lumbar Spine, Cervical Spine
Spine Pain – practical lab experience, instructor feedback
Pain Mitigation Taping – Knee (Ch 9)
Effects and benefits of Kinesiology Taping on Pain- Knee
Knee Pain – practical lab experience, instructor feedback
Pain Mitigation Taping – Lower Extremity (Ch 10)
Effects and benefits of Kinesiology Taping on Pain – Foot, Achilles, Calf, Shin
Lower Extremity Pain – practical lab experience, instructor feedback
Hour Three
Pain Mitigation Taping – Upper Extremity (Ch 11)
Effects and benefits of Kinesiology Taping on Pain – Elbow and Wrist
Lower Extremity Pain – practical lab experience, instructor feedback
Pain Mitigation Taping – Shoulder (Ch 12)
Effects and benefits of Kinesiology Taping on Pain – Shoulder
Shoulder Pain – practical lab experience, instructor feedback
Hour Four
Fluid Dynamics Taping (Ch 13)
Effects and benefits of Kinesiology Taping on Fluid Dynamics
Fluid dynamic practical, lab experience with jellyfish taping technique, upper extremity lymphedema technique, post surgical techniques, instructor feedback
Hour Five
Posture Taping (Ch 14)
Effects and benefits of Kinesiology Taping on Posture
Posture evaluation of entire kinetic chain
Common postural dysfunctions
Taping methods for common postural dysfunctions, lab experience, instructor feedback
Exercise intervention for common postural dysfunctions
Hour Six
Taping methods for common postural dysfunctions, lab experience, instructor feedback
Exercise intervention for common postural dysfunctions continued
Nerve Entrapment and Scar Mobility Taping Introduction (Ch 15, &16)
Nerve Entrapment Conditions Taping Rationale
Anatomy and Physiology of Nerve Entrapments
Instructor Demonstration of taping techniques for nerve entrapment issues
Clinical Relevance of Scar Taping
Instructor Demonstration of scar taping technique with alternating skin shear vectors
Movement Matters (Ch 17)
Introduction to fascial chain taping concepts
Instructor
Steven Capobianco, DC, DACRBDr. Capobianco holds a B.A. and M.A. in Kinesiology and Exercise Science in addition to a doctorate in Chiropractic Medicine. Steve is a practicing sports chiropractor, currently holding a Diplomate in Rehab from the ACA, in addition he is a Certified Chiropractic Sports Practitioner, and a Performance Enhancement Specialists from the NASM. He is a certified in Active Release and Graston Technique provider that allows him to treat a myriad of musculoskeletal injuries using a combination of hand and tool release therapy. Steve recently launched a sports specific rehab and performance institute called ProjectMOVE in Denver Colorado that focuses on identifying motor control dysfunction in an attempt to enhance human performance from the professional athlete to weekend warrior. Steve is an avid athlete with a passion for sports. He has spent 25 years competing in ice hockey, lacrosse, triathlons, adventure racing, and natural bodybuilding. Steve is the Medical Director for Rocktape, pioneering evidence-informed education development that challenges the status quo in movement learning. He authored the Fascial Movement Taping manual and lectures world wide on the movement based taping technique.