Certificate in Orthopedic Manual Therapy

Course Overview

The Certificate in Orthopedic Manual Therapy (COMT) course is designed to provide physiotherapists and physiotherapy students with an in-depth understanding of orthopedic manual therapy. The course amalgamates various manual concepts for neuromusculoskeletal examination and treatment procedures into a complete system of orthopedic manual therapy.

Duration: 9 Months (160 hours)

Hands-on Training:

• 65 Hours of Hands-on Training over 8 days ( 4 + 4) Days

Online Demonstrations:

• 55 hours of pre-recorded videos featuring over 250 manual therapy techniques

Live Webinars:

• 20 Live Interactive Webinars (40 Hours) throughout the course for constant engagement

Flexible Modules:

• Complete the Hands-on course in 4 + 4 days

Accreditation:

• Internationally recognized certification

Module 1: Hip, Knee, Shoulder, SI Joint, TMJ, Ankle & Foot, Elbow, Forearm, Wrist & Hand, and Taping Techniques (4 Days)

Overview: This module provides comprehensive coverage of the assessment, mobilization, and taping techniques for multiple joints, including the Hip, Knee, Shoulder, Sacroiliac (SI) Joint, Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ), Ankle & Foot, Elbow, Forearm, Wrist, and Hand. It also includes various stretching and traction techniques.

Syllabus:

• Introduction to Manual Therapy
• Hip Joint Mobilization
• Hip Joint Taping
• Stretches for Hip Joint
• Common Conditions of the Hip Joint and their Differential Diagnosis
• Knee Joint Mobilization
• Knee Joint Taping
• Common Conditions of the Knee Joint and their Differential Diagnosis
• SI Joint Mobilization
• Taping for SI Joint
• Shoulder Joint Mobilization
• Shoulder Joint Taping
• Common Conditions of the Shoulder Joint and their Differential Diagnosis
• Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Mobilization
• Ankle & Foot Mobilization
• Ankle & Foot Taping
• Common Conditions of the Ankle & Foot and their Differential Diagnosis
• Elbow Joint Mobilization
• Forearm Mobilization
• Wrist & Hand Mobilization
• Wrist & Hand Taping
• Common Conditions of the Elbow, Forearm, Wrist & Hand and their Differential Diagnosis
• Various Traction Techniques of the Spine

Module 2: Assessment and Treatment of Spine, Chest & Neural Tissue (4 days)

Overview: This module focuses on the comprehensive assessment, mobilization, and taping of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine, as well as neural tissue. It includes advanced techniques like high-velocity thrusts and the assessment and mobilization of the thoracic cage.

Syllabus:

• Introduction to Manual Therapy
• Clinical Anatomy and Biomechanics of the Spine
• How to Read MRI of the Spine from a Physio Point of View
• Palpation of the Spine
• Segmental Examination of the Spine
• Passive ROM and Active ROM of the Spine
• Passive Accessory Glides for Spine Assessment
• Combined Movement Assessment of the Spine
• Combined Movement Treatment of the Spine
• Common Conditions of the Spine and their Differential Diagnosis
• Mobilization of the Cervical Spine (Integrated Approach)
• Mobilization of the Thoracic Spine (Integrated Approach)
• Mobilization of the Lumbar Spine (Integrated Approach)
• Taping Techniques for the Spine
• Neural Tissue Examination
• Neural Tissue Mobilization
• Taping Techniques for Neural Tissue
• Thoracic Cage Mobilization including Costochondral, Costovertebral, and Intercostal Joints

Course Objectives

• To provide a practically oriented manual therapy course that helps establish clinical practice faster.
• To train physiotherapists in effective mobilization and manipulation techniques for neuromusculoskeletal examination.
• To offer a practical course designed for busy clinicians seeking to improve their skills, knowledge, and qualifications.

Eligibility

• Applicants should be physiotherapists or physiotherapy students.
• There is no prerequisite in terms of manual therapy experience. The program offers high-level information and clinical expertise to all participants, regardless of previous clinical experience.

Outcomes

Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to:

• Perform detailed neuromusculoskeletal assessments and deliver effective manual therapy treatments.
• Stay updated with recent developments in anatomy, pathophysiology, kinematics, and biomechanics.
• Formulate differential diagnoses based on integrated neuromusculoskeletal examination and clinical reasoning.
• Develop tailored manual therapy protocols according to individual patient needs.
• Evaluate the effectiveness and reliability of treatment techniques used on patients.

Additional Information

• Pay the course fee in 4 Installments through Tabby
• Included Materials: Study material worth AED 250 and a treatment belt worth AED 150
• Certification: Course completion certificate along with a transcript upon successful completion within 9 months.

Join us to advance your skills and knowledge in orthopedic manual therapy with the Certificate in Orthopedic Manual Therapy (COMT) course.