The Manupractic Institute at 400-399 Pembina Hwy, Winnipeg, MB is currently closed to the public due to the Manitoba govt
ordered code red shut downs. All in-person courses are currently cancelled.
We are currently offering Zoom Conferencing webinars and are running an 8 module series on Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT).
Each webinar is about 2 hours long and is an introduction to the actual 2 day in-person certification level training in NMT.
The scheduled dates are as follows:
This online workshop provides a brief overview of what NMT is and what NMT pelvic work entails, including a demonstration of the protocol.These concepts are covered in more detail in a longer two-day certification course on NMT pelvic work, which is offered in-person only. By taking this introductory online workshop, you will have a better idea of what the two-day certification course will include.
Saturday, September 18, 2021 -Neuromuscular Therapy Module 2: Introduction to NMT Cervical Protocol - Treating neck pain, spasm and muscle tension
This online workshop provides a brief overview of what NMT is and what NMT cervical work entails, including a demonstration of the protocol.These concepts are covered in more detail in a longer two-day certification course on NMT cervical work, which is offered in-person only. By taking this introductory online workshop, you will have a better idea of what the two-day certification course will include.
Saturday, October 16, 2021 - Neuromuscular Therapy Module 3: Introduction to NMT Treating the back, lower back and gluteals
This online workshop provides a brief overview of what NMT is and what NMT back, lower back and gluteal work entails, including a demonstration of the protocols.These concepts are covered in more detail in a longer two-day certification course on NMT back, lower back and gluteal work, which is offered in-person only. By taking this introductory online workshop, you will have a better idea of what the two-day certification course will include.
Saturday, November 13, 2021 - Neuromuscular Therapy Module 4: Introduction to NMT Work on the abdominals and front of pelvis
This online workshop provides a brief overview of what NMT is and what NMT abdominal and anterior pelvic work entails, including a demonstration of the protocols.These concepts are covered in more detail in a longer two-day certification course on NMT abdominal and anterior pelvic work, which is offered in-person only. By taking this introductory online workshop, you will have a better idea of what the two-day certification course will include.
Saturday, December 11, 2021 - Neuromuscular Therapy Module 5: Introduction to NMT Work on the upper back, shoulder girdle, upper arm and chest
This online workshop provides a brief overview of what NMT is and what NMT upper back, shoulder girdle, upper arm and chest work entails, including a demonstration of the protocols.These concepts are covered in more detail in a longer two-day certification course on NMT upper back, shoulder girdle, upper arm and chest work, which is offered in-person only. By taking this introductory online workshop, you will have a better idea of what the two-day certification course will include.
Saturday, February 5, 2022 - Neuromuscular Therapy Module 6: Introduction to NMT Work on the leg and thigh
This online workshop provides a brief overview of what NMT is and what NMT leg and thigh work entails, including a demonstration of the protocols.These concepts are covered in more detail in a longer two-day certification course on NMT leg and thigh work, which is offered in-person only. By taking this introductory online workshop, you will have a better idea of what the two-day certification course will include.
Saturday, March 5, 2022 - Neuromuscular Therapy Module 7: Introduction to NMT Cranial work, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) work, clavicle and ribcage work
This online workshop provides a brief overview of what NMT is and what NMT cranial, TMJ, clavicle and ribcage work entails, including a demonstration of the protocols.These concepts are covered in more detail in a longer two-day certification course on NMT cranial, TMJ, clavicle and ribcage work, which is offered in-person only. By taking this introductory online workshop, you will have a better idea of what the two-day certification course will include.
Saturday, April 9, 2022 - Neuromuscular Therapy Module 8: Introduction to NMT Lower arm and hand work, foot work
This online workshop provides a brief overview of what NMT is and what NMT lower arm, hand and foot work entails, including a demonstration of the protocols.These concepts are covered in more detail in a longer two-day certification course on NMT lower arm, hand and foot work, which is offered in-person only. By taking this introductory online workshop, you will have a better idea of what the two-day certification course will include.
The Manupractic Institute
specializes in training in the following
styles of manual therapy:
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Structural Integration
Structural Integration is a method of deep manipulation of the connective tissues of the body. The intention is to create a system of postural restructuring and movement re-patterning in order to promote ease and balance in posture, with a corresponding effect on the mind.
The Ten Session Series is a sequence of ten one hour sessions, each emphasizing specific regions of the body. It is a process of re-organizing the body and re-patterning movement. The Ten Session Series is based on insights into anatomical, physiological and kinesthetic relationships with respect to the way a body relates to itself, and to the field of gravity.
Neuromuscular Therapy
Neuromuscular Therapy or NMT for short is an orthopedic manual therapy effective for treating muscle pain and muscle tension. Core to NMT is trigger point therapy and primary techniques
such as muscle stripping, cross fiber frictions and longitudinal frictions. Joint mobilizations and fascial rolling are also important techniques used in NMT. The treatment protocols
are unique to specific regions of the body and include treatment of the cervical region, the pelvis, the cranium, the lower back and the abdomen.
Manupractic Massage
Manupractic massage is an eclectic blend of techniques and principles from various disciplines, including Esalen massage, modern American massage techniques, Hawaiian lomi lomi massage and Thai yoga massage. Despite its varied roots, Manupractic massage can be distinguished by the type of strokes it uses to connect and unify the entire body. Another important aspect of this therapy is the approach taken toward each client as a whole person, not as separate parts to be manipulated. Unlike outcome goals in other forms of massage, the practitioner’s primary goal in this approach is not the removal of localized pain or tension, though this is typically accomplished. Instead, the aim is usually to induce deep relaxation, integrate mind and body, and enhance total body awareness.
Hawaiian Lomi Lomi Massage
Lomi Lomi massage is one of the oldest and most profound forms of massage. The word Lomi Lomi simply means 'Hawaiian massage'. It is a unique healing massage
derived from the ancient Polynesians and more specifically the master healers of Hawaii.
Hawaiian Lomi Lomi massage techniques usually commences with stillness and silence between the therapist and client, where therapist will rest their hands gently on the clients back.
The massage techniques are given in fluid, rhythmic motion using full hands, forearms as well as the palms. Some people have described this technique as feeling like gentle waves moving over the body. Another feature is that different parts of the body may be massaged at the same time, for example the therapist will work upon your shoulder and lower back or upper leg at the same time.
This assists the recipient in deep relaxation as it is impossible or at least extremely difficult for the brain to focus on the two different areas at once. Lomi Lomi massage strokes help to free the energy, make the body soft, promoting free and abundant flow of life energy in the recipient. Gentle stretches of the body and gentle rotations of the joints are therefore also incorporated to assist the release of tension and assist the flow of energy, once again not forcing, but feeling the level of the client’s resistance or comfort.
Dance-work or hula movements, combined with the breath-work of the practitioner, is also an important and integral aspect of Hawaiian Lomi Lomi massage techniques.
Traditional Thai Massage
Traditional Thai massage is a unique form of oriental bodywork dates back to ancient times over 2,500 years ago. It is carried out in a meditative mood, enabling the practitioner to concentrate on the client's energy flow, which benefits the client as well as the practitioner. Nuad Bo Rarn, as it is known in Thailand, means Ancient Thai Massage. This powerful bodywork is originally from India, and many of the Thai stretches resemble the Indian yoga asanas. It also has Chinese influences such as acupressure. It works along the energy lines throughout the body known as 'sen' lines in Thai, which are similar to the Chinese meridians. In the last ten years, Thai massage has evolved enormously and is becoming increasingly popular worldwide.
Some examples of Neuromuscular Therapy, Structural Integration, Manupractic Massage, Hawaiaan Lomi Lomi Massage and Traditional Thai Massage
