This course will cover the cervicaland upper thoracic spine. In this course, all the basic Muscle Energy Technique concepts will be introduced, including:
● Assessment Concepts as applies to the spine and especially the cervical spine
● Joint Localization
● Spine anatomy
● Muscle Contractions as applies to MET
● Osteopathic Lesion and Somatic Dysfunction
● Barrier Concept for MET
The use of MET is 100% safe for any area of the spine and with the proper use and precise localization, it is a very effective way to work on any joint of the spine, for people of any age. The Mitchell family are the originators of this technique and provide instruction based on decades of research and practice. This course will be provided on location February 12/13, at the Ontario Academy of Progressive Osteopathy in a hybrid format, in which the lecture will be conducted over Zoom, and the practical material will be supervised in person by Eric Sanderson. Cost for non-OAoPO students is $550 for the two-day course.