Insidious Impairments: Scar Tissue
$250 + HST
Description:
Problematic scars impact many people but are often overlooked, as dysfunction after surgery or trauma has been normalized. This course is designed to provide you with the necessary tools to assess and treat problematic scar tissue. We will look at the various ways scars can impact the body and develop the confidence to address such a misunderstood impairment. By the end of this course you will be able to: assess, treat, think globally, and work with confidence and compassion in regards to scar care.
Duration:
8 hours
Delivery Model:
In-class
Modules:
Module 1: Anatomy and Physiology Review
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Wound healing review
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Anatomy of a scar
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Pathological healing
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Safety protocols
Module 2: The Puzzle Piece Concept
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Physical pieces
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Mental pieces
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Social pieces
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Connecting the dots: how societal norms, and mental and physical trauma inform scar healing
Module 3: Assessment Techniques
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How to identify problematic scars
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Intake and patient interview techniques
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Visual assessments
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Hands on assessments
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Global assessments, looking at how the scar impacts the rest of the body
Module 4: Treatment Techniques
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Scar treatment techniques, a gentle approach
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How to treat from a full body perspective
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Identify when to work direct vs global
Module 5: Case Studies and Discussion