Nerve Mobilization for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Learn precise ways to evaluate the median nerve for length, elasticity and sensitivity and let those findings help guide your treatment choices.
Were you told to just “stay off nerves” in massage school?
This is good advice if you don’t have the knowledge and skills taught in this course.
We should not “massage nerves” unless we understand the neuroanatomy very well and use the irritability of the nerve to guide treatment. Learn how to calm down an irritable nerve with fluid dynamic techniques that make so much sense, but that most massage therapists do not know!
In the Nerve Mobilization for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome online course you'll be able to:
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Define and state the causes, signs and symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
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Perform essential assessments via Sensory Testing, Motor Testing, Provocatory Tests and Palpation
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Evaluate irritability levels and plan safe and effective treatment
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Perform fluid dynamic techniques at the wrist and forearm for clients that have swelling in the region of the carpal tunnel and/or irritability of the median nerve
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Rigorously release tension in the forearm flexor muscles
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Landmark the median nerve and communicate with your client for safety and treatment effectiveness
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Palpate and treat the palmar carpal ligament and flexor retinaculum
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Perform neural glides and milking manipulations to the median nerve
FAQ
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Who is this course for?
This course is designed for Massage Therapists and other manual therapy practitioners.
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What is the cost of this course?
The course fee is $157.50 CAD (including tax) which gives you 1 year access to all of the course material in the online learning center.
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How long do I have to complete the course once I have purchased it?
You have 1 year from the date of purchase to complete all e-healthcanada.com courses, and you can access your courses 24/7 online from any device.
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How do I get continuing education credit for this course?
Please check with your association in advance as to how you can receive credit for this course. MTAA members need only to submit a copy of your certificate of completion to your association, but this may vary for non-members.
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Will I be able to retake the exam if I am not successful on my first try?
Yes, you can retake the exam as many times as needed.