Simple Contact is an increasingly popular manual care technique that emphasizes the reflexive reaction of the body to gentle touch at specific sites. It begins with the premise that the body's own corrective processes are generally sufficient to produce enough mechanical force to reduce pain and normalize function. Since this process is unconsciously motivated, technique must support and encourage the patient's ongoing activity.
This program provides instruction in manual care designed to assist in the correction of dysfunction secondary to abnormal neurodynamics and increased sympathetic tone. All lectures are supplemented with reference lists and essays written and previously published by the instructor. Exercise and stretching regimes to maintain correction are also demonstrated and provided in written form.
Details and registration at www.tinyurl.com/SimpleContact-JasonEseminars
WORKSHOP OBJECTIVES
* Explain the contribution of abnormal neurodynamics to typical pain syndromes.
* Explain the cellular mechanics of touch and its relation to the reflexive effects of manual care.
* Discuss the relation of autonomic balance to chronic pain and recovery.
* Instruction in manual techniques designed to examine and restore normal mobility.
* Instruction in specialized exercises that may be employed in a variety of syndromes.
You will learn how to:
* Use historical details and physical assessment to help plan the appropriate use of manual care
* Handle parts distant from the area of pain in a way that provides relief where desired
* Identify instinctive movement toward correction, normal function and pain relief
* Speak to patients and colleagues about pain theory in understandable terms
* Distinguish between productive and creative movements for pain relief and increased function
* Provide specialized, effective exercises for use in the clinic as well as home
I hope to see you there!
