Course content

• Introduction to IASTM:
  • History and development of IASTM tools.
  • Types of modalities used in IASTM.
• Physiological Effects and Evidence:
  • Understanding the physiological benefits of IASTM.
  • Reviewing evidence supporting the use of IASTM in various conditions.
• Practical Application:
  • Learning and practicing different IASTM strokes.
  • Applying strokes from head to toe.
  • Clinical reasoning and integrating IASTM into treatment plans.
• Case Studies:
  • Real-life scenarios to enhance understanding and application of IASTM.

Learning  Objectives

• Understand the origins and development of IASTM tools.
• Identify different modalities used in IASTM.
• Explore the physiological effects and benefits of IASTM in musculoskeletal and sports conditions.
• Master the application of various IASTM strokes, both superficial and deep.
• Develop clinical reasoning skills to integrate IASTM into treatment plans.

• Fundamental knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology.
• Prior experience in manual therapy is beneficial.

Who can attend:

• Physiotherapists (graduates, interns & students)

• Active participation in all sessions.
• Completion of pre-reading materials and online modules.
• Presentation of a case study and group task activities.
• Timely attendance and engagement throughout the training.

• Mechanical Advantage:
  • Utilize assistive tools to reduce strain and thumb pain, a common complaint among manual therapists.
• Marketing Value:
  • Enhance your practice’s appeal, especially in the sports industry, where IASTM is well-recognized.
• Practical Confidence:
  • Gain confidence in applying IASTM under supervision and in patient scenarios.

• Dress comfortably.
• Inform the tutor/organization team of any injuries or medical conditions.
• Be willing to model with colleagues.
• Complete the pre-learning material before the face-to-face training.
• Be open to learning something new.
• Bring a positive attitude and a smile!

• Proficiency in IASTM Techniques:
• Assess and treat soft tissue restrictions across various body regions.
• Identify and address myofascial adhesions, trigger points, and other soft tissue dysfunctions.

• Comprehensive Treatment Integration:
• Incorporate IASTM techniques into overall treatment plans alongside other manual therapy and exercise interventions.

• Injury Prevention and Performance Enhancement:
• Use IASTM in pre-activity warm-ups and post-activity recovery routines to optimize tissue adaptations and performance.

• Safe and Ethical Practice:
• Implement IASTM techniques safely and ethically in various musculoskeletal and sports-related conditions.
• Develop hypothesis-driven treatment approaches through patient history, subjective reports, and objective findings.

• Patient Communication:
• Explain the rationale and expected outcomes of IASTM to patients clearly and engagingly.