Faculty - Dr. Michael A. Cohen

Myofascial release techniques that utilize static/passive body weight + heat create superior tissue release with notable CNS relaxation effects when contrasted with traditional motion based myofascial release techniques.These techniques benefit everyone including those who, due to advanced age or injury, cannot use traditional motion based techniques.This interactive class will enable you to release rotator cuff issues, plantar fasciitis/fasciosis, upper thoracic pain, low back pain and lateral epicondylitis for both yourself and your clients.

How many of your clients create musculoskeletal damage by being on computers and using hand-held devices? This class reviews the patho-mechanic mechanisms behind the damage and gives you simple, concrete techniques to restore your clients? posture and conscious connection to their body.Specific postural techniques and release formula for common problems such as mouse syndrome will be reviewed. You and your clients will be very happy you took this class.

The front of the body is often neglected in restorative classes. HEATED myofascial release techniques for the front of the body provide superior therapeutic release for commonly painfulareas in the back of the body such as the low back, upper back and neck.The addition of heat to the myofascial release tool allows for deeper tissue release,increased blood and lymphatic flow and notable CNS relaxation effects creating an improved restorative class experience.Participants will utilize heated acuproducts (provided) and learn specific formula for releasinglow back pain and sciatica as well as upper back and neck pain with a strong emphasis onexperiential learning.