Heal Center – Atlanta – Continuing Education

Anatomy Trains – Structural Essentials: Head, Neck and Jaw

The neck is a remarkable feat of biomechanical engineering, giving a combination of wide range of movement but maintaining a structural strength. It is often seen as the last site of compensation as it corrects for any alteration from below allowing the eyes and ears to orient to the horizon.

By Kim Canon|November 23rd, 2019||0 Comments

Precision NMT for the Arm and Hand

A great number of people suffer with pain and discomfort in the muscles of the arm and hand. Many of these people are often frustrated with the care available to them; what they need is very thorough, careful, and precise treatment of the musculature. This takes both knowledge and time, something that makes Precision Neuromuscular Therapy an ideal intervention.

By Kim Canon|November 3rd, 2019||0 Comments

Precision NMT for the Shoulder

Attaining full scapular motion is crucial to attaining full range of motion of the humerus. Participants will also learn to measure and treat movement restrictions of the humerus using various testing and assessment techniques. PNMT treatment techniques are flexible in nature, highly targeted, effective and very efficient.

By Heal Center|November 2nd, 2019||0 Comments

Anatomy Trains in Structure and Function

In this exciting course you will learn about the myofascial tissue and its many roles in the body. You will begin to appreciate how the body incorporates the Anatomy Train Lines to create easy and graceful movement – provided they are in some form of balance and harmony; restriction or weakness in one section can have many compensatory effects elsewhere.

By Kim Canon|October 4th, 2019||0 Comments

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Lymphatic Massage, Working with the Lymphatic System After Cancer Treatment

Lymphatic Massage, Working with the Lymphatic System After Cancer Treatment

Learn what happens when pathways of the lymphatic system have been interrupted and how lymphedema develops. You will learn how to distinguish primary lymphedema from secondary lymphedema.

By Heal Center|September 27th, 2019||Comments Off

Myofascial Release and Breathwork to Heal the Upper Body

This class focuses on the cervical spine, shoulders, thoracic spine, and costal cage which are greatly impacted by this lifestyle. Build a firm foundation of anatomy and kinesiology of the upper back, apply skills to decrease pain, improve functional mobility, and prevent injury.

By Kim Canon|September 20th, 2019||0 Comments

Oncology Massage: Caring for Clients with Cancer

As the role of massage therapy in cancer care expands, it is an exciting time to provide oncology massage. In this intensive course, we combine the art and practice of touch to create safe, effective massage sessions for clients with cancer and cancer histories.

By Kim Canon|September 13th, 2019||Comments Off

Massage Protocols for Carpal Tunnel & Thoracic Outlet Syndromes

Learn a deeper understanding of physical imbalances in the neck, shoulder and arm to help diminish symptoms of Thoracic Outlet and Carpal Tunnel Syndromes.

By Kim Canon|August 3rd, 2019||Comments Off

Anatomy Trains – Structural Essentials: Shoulders and Arms

In this driving day and computer age, the arms get unique usage these days. This course travels from the shoulder to the hand on the Arm Lines, giving techniques for every station along the way.

By Kim Canon|June 15th, 2019||0 Comments

Active Isolated Stretching for the Lower Body

Active Isolated Stretching (AIS) is a dynamic technique that stretches muscles, tendons, and fascia specific to anatomical planes of movement. It remodels the body using gentle, rhythmic movements that avoid triggering the myotactic reflex, which causes a contraction in the tissues being stretched.

By Kim Canon|June 8th, 2019||0 Comments