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At the conclusion of this online program, the learner will be able to…

• To gain an exact knowledge of pathoanatomy, physiology, and biomechanics for primary disc-related pathology of the Lumbar Spine and Sacroliliac Joint.
• Methodology for interpreting the clinical examination to reach a precise clinical diagnosis of the Lumbar Spine.

• The ability to perform effective treatment for primary disc-related pathology through an accurate understanding of surface anatomy and tissue physiology of the Lumbar Spine.

• To gain considerations of a basic clinical examination and interpretation

• Learn management strategies for acute and sub-acute lumbar problems

• To gain general considerations of overall management of low back pain

• A framework for prescription of affliction-specific exercises for primary disc-related pathology of the Lumbar Spine and Sacroliliac Joint.

This is a self-pace on-line course available 24/7. It is segmented into lecture modules plus module assessments to gauge your understanding (must meet a minimum score prior to moving to the next module). You are able to start and stop your viewing time as needed. Your course certificate will be available for you to print upon completion of the course.

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At the conclusion of this program, the learner will be able to…

• Gain an exact knowledge of pathoanatomy, physiology, and biomechanics of the Elbow.
• Acquire methodology for interpreting the clinical examination to reach a precise clinical diagnosis of the Elbow.

• To gain general considerations of overall management of elbow pain

• Learn management strategies for elbow problems

• Perform effective treatment through an accurate understanding of surface anatomy and tissue physiology of the Elbow.

• Have the ability to combine soft tissue and specific articulation techniques to affect total treatment of the Elbow.

• Develop framework for prescription of affliction-specific exercises for the Elbow.

This is a self-pace on-line course available 24/7. It is segmented into lecture modules plus module assessments to gauge your understanding (must meet a minimum score prior to moving to the next module). You are able to start and stop your viewing time as needed. Your course certificate will be available for you to print upon completion of the course.

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At the conclusion of this online program, the learner will be able to…

• To gain an exact knowledge of patho-anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics of the Ankle and Foot.

• The ability to perform a concise clinical examination of the Ankle and Foot.

• Methodology for interpreting the clinical examination to reach a precise clinical diagnosis of the Ankle and Foot.

• The ability to perform effective treatment through an accurate understanding of surface anatomy and tissue physiology of the Ankle and Foot.

• The most effective techniques for mobilization of the Ankle and Foot.

• The ability to combine soft tissue and specific articulation techniques to affect total treatment of the Ankle and Foot.

• A framework for prescription of affliction-specific exercises for the Ankle and Foot.

This is a self-pace on-line course available 24/7. It is segmented into lecture modules plus module assessments to gauge your understanding (must meet a minimum score prior to moving to the next module). You are able to start and stop your viewing time as needed. Your course certificate will be available for you to print upon completion of the course.

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At the conclusion of this online program, the learner will be able to…

•  To gain an exact knowledge of pathoanatomy, physiology and biomechanics of the Hip.
• To gain considerations of a basic clinical examination and interpretation

• Methodology for interpreting the clinical examination to reach a precise clinical diagnosis of the Hip.
• The ability to perform effective treatment through an accurate understanding of surface anatomy and tissue physiology of the Hip.
• The ability to combine soft Tissue and specific articulation techniques to affect total treatment of the Hip.
• Formulate a framework for prescription of affliction-specific exercises for the Hip.
• Clear understanding of hip biomechanics including kinematics & kinetics
• Hip related structures as they pertain to neural issues, lumbar spine issues, joint issues
• How to diagnose groin pain including lateral hip pain and buttock pain

This is a self-pace on-line course available 24/7. It is segmented into lecture modules plus module assessments to gauge your understanding (must meet a minimum score prior to moving to the next module). You are able to start and stop your viewing time as needed. Your course certificate will be available for you to print upon completion of the course.

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At the conclusion of this online program, the learner will be able to…

• To gain an exact knowledge of patho-anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics of the Knee.

• The ability to perform a concise clinical examination of the Knee.

• Methodology for interpreting the clinical examination to reach a precise clinical diagnosis of the Knee.

• The ability to perform effective treatment through an accurate understanding of surface anatomy and tissue physiology of the Knee.

• The most effective techniques for mobilization of the Knee.

• The ability to combine soft tissue and specific articulation techniques to affect total treatment of the Knee.

• A framework for prescription of affliction-specific exercises for the Knee.

This is a self-pace on-line course available 24/7. It is segmented into lecture modules plus module assessments to gauge your understanding (must meet a minimum score prior to moving to the next module). You are able to start and stop your viewing time as needed. Your course certificate will be available for you to print upon completion of the course.

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At the conclusion of this online program, the learner will be able to…

• To gain an exact knowledge of patho-anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics of the Cervical Spine.
• Methodology for interpreting the clinical examination to reach a precise clinical diagnosis of the Cervical Spine.
• The ability to perform effective treatment through an accurate understanding of surface anatomy and tissue physiology of the Cervical Spine.
• Develop an understanding of whiplash stability
• Understand acute pain and the importance of clinical exam
• A framework for prescription of affliction-specific exercises for the Cervical Spine.

This is a self-pace on-line course available 24/7. It is segmented into lecture modules plus module assessments to gauge your understanding (must meet a minimum score prior to moving to the next module). You are able to start and stop your viewing time as needed. Your course certificate will be available for you to print upon completion of the course.

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At the conclusion of this program, the learner will be able to…

• Utilize an exact knowledge of shoulder patho-anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics.

• Ability to perform a concise clinical exams.

• Methodology to interpret clinical exams, to offer your clients precise diagnoses.

• A solid framework for prescribing affliction-specific exercises.

• A clear understanding of shoulder biomechanics and how the entire upper quarter relates to function and pathology.

• A detailed discussion of shoulder anatomy and how it relates to pathology.

• Gain knowledge for shoulder instability including capsular laxity, labral lesions and rehab strategies

This is a self-pace on-line course available 24/7. It is segmented into lecture modules plus module assessments to gauge your understanding (must meet a minimum score prior to moving to the next module). You are able to start and stop your viewing time as needed. Your course certificate will be available for you to print upon completion of the course.

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At the conclusion of this program, the learner will be able to…

• Utilize an exact knowledge of patho-anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics of the lumbar spine (as related to secondary disc-related disorders).

• Implement methodology for interpreting the clinical examination to reach a precise clinical diagnosis in secondary disc-related pathology of the lumbar spine.

• The ability to perform effective treatment through an accurate understanding of surface anatomy and tissue physiology of the lumbar spine (as related to secondary disc-related disorders).

• Utilize the most effective techniques for local segmental mobilization of the lumbar spine (as related to secondary disc-related disorders).

• Combine soft tissue and specific articulation techniques to affect total treatment of the lumbar spine (as related to secondary disc-related disorders).

• Utilize a framework for prescription of affliction-specific exercises for the lumbar spine (as related to secondary disc-related disorders).

This is a self-pace on-line course available 24/7. It is segmented into lecture modules plus module assessments to gauge your understanding (must meet a minimum score prior to moving to the next module). You are able to start and stop your viewing time as needed. Your course certificate will be available for you to print upon completion of the course.

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At the conclusion of this program, the learner will be able to…

• Develop an understanding of the biomechanics of the Thoracic Spine and Ribs

• To gain an exact knowledge of patho-anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics of the thoracic spine and ribs.

• Methodology for interpreting the clinical examination to reach a precise clinical diagnosis of the thoracic spine and ribs.

• Gain an accurate understanding of surface anatomy and tissue physiology of the thoracic spine and ribs.

• A framework for prescription of affliction-specific exercises for the thoracic spine and ribs

• Understand Thoracic disc management

• Comprehend local examination and segmental testing.

This is a self-pace on-line course available 24/7. It is segmented into lecture modules plus module assessments to gauge your understanding (must meet a minimum score prior to moving to the next module). You are able to start and stop your viewing time as needed. Your course certificate will be available for you to print upon completion of the course.

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At the conclusion of this program, the learner will be able to…

• To gain an exact knowledge of patho-anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics of the cervicothoracic spine and thoracic outlet/inlet region.
• The ability to the benefits of a concise clinical examination of the cervicothoracic spine and thoracic outlet/inlet.
• Methodology for interpreting the clinical examination to reach a precise clinical diagnosis of the cervicothoracic spine and thoracic outlet/inlet.
• The ability to perform effective treatment through an accurate understanding of surface anatomy and tissue physiology of the cervicothoracic spine and thoracic outlet/inlet region.
• The most effective techniques for mobilization of the cervicothoracic spine and thoracic outlet/inlet region.
• Understanding the benefits of combining soft tissue and specific articulation techniques to affect total treatment of the cervicothoracic spine and thoracic outlet/inlet region.
• A framework for prescription of affliction-specific exercises for the cervicothoracic spine and thoracic outlet/inlet.

This is a self-pace on-line course available 24/7. It is segmented into lecture modules plus module assessments to gauge your understanding (must meet a minimum score prior to moving to the next module). You are able to start and stop your viewing time as needed. Your course certificate will be available for you to print upon completion of the course.

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At the conclusion of this program, the learner will be able to…

• To gain an exact knowledge of patho-anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics of the Cervical Spine.
• Methodology for interpreting the clinical examination to reach a precise clinical diagnosis of the Cervical Spine.
• The ability to perform effective treatment through an accurate understanding of surface anatomy and tissue physiology of the Cervical Spine.
• To gain considerations of a basic clinical examination and interpretation
• Overall treatment of the Cervical Spine.
• A framework for prescription of affliction-specific exercises for the Cervical Spine.
• Review of upper cervical headache and headache management

This is a self-pace on-line course available 24/7. It is segmented into lecture modules plus module assessments to gauge your understanding (must meet a minimum score prior to moving to the next module). You are able to start and stop your viewing time as needed. Your course certificate will be available for you to print upon completion of the course.

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If you manage patients with Wrist and Thumb pain, you cannot miss this interactive learning opportunity! After one three-day course, you will return to your practice retooled with critical knowledge and experience including:

• Exact knowledge of Wrist and Thumb patho-anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics

• Ability to perform concise clinical exams

• Methodology to interpret clinical exams, to offer your clients precise diagnoses

Key questions, accurate answers.

Physical therapists need to ask the right questions in order to provide the best answers to clients who suffer from Wrist and Thumb pain:

• How can I examine the wrist in a fast but comprehensive way to determine the cause of my patient’s pain?

• What are the most effective ways to mobilize a stiff wrist to improve mobility?

• What are some effective nerve gliding techniques for the median, radial, and ulnar nerves?

This is a self-pace on-line course available 24/7. It is segmented into lecture modules plus module assessments to gauge your understanding (must meet a minimum score prior to moving to the next module). You are able to start and stop your viewing time as needed. Your course certificate will be available for you to print upon completion of the course.

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Explore the pathoanatomy, pathology, examination, and interpretation aspects of acute pain in the lumbar region.

Explore the pathoanatomy, examination, and interpretation aspects of Foot and Ankle pain.

Re-engage your staff into a culture of learning within your practice and make the most of otherwise unproductive time. You get:

• 3 online courses for every member of your team –  you choose the courses
• A manager’s dashboard to keep up-to-date on progress
• Courses come with CEU certificates upon individual course completion

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ODNS has been training qualified practitioners in the theory and skill of trigger point dry needling for 15 years throughout the UK, South Africa, India, and the Middle East. In 2013, they began offering courses in the US.

Our workshops are competency-based 1 day online and 2 day seminars with a strong emphasis on practical application.  All courses are credentialed for physical therapists, with CEU’s awarded by the APTA at the state level.
ODNS courses are all strongly practical in nature with good participant – facilitator ratios and are supported by a comprehensive manual.  We conduct high quality, evidence based courses with experienced physiotherapists as lecturers and assistants.

Following our course you should feel ready to dry needle the next day in your clinic.

Dry Needling Level 1 is a basic level course which teaches the theory and practice of dry needling of trigger points, and includes safety and ethics. We teach superficial dry needling, and deep dry needling techniques of the lumbar, cervical, shoulder, hip, and thigh. It is taught 1 day online and two days live.

Dry Needling Level 1 with cadaver lab is a basic level course which teaches the theory and practice of dry needling of trigger points, and includes safety and ethics. We teach superficial dry needling, and deep dry needling techniques of the lumbar, cervical, shoulder, hip, and thigh. It is taught 1 day online and 2 1/2 days live.

For level 1 courses 26 CEUs are awarded

For level 2 courses 24 CEUs are awarded

Dry Needling I Descriptions and Outlines

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IAOM-US has partnered with Dry Needling Workshops of Arizona to bring the expertise of the Optimal Dry Needling Solutions (ODNS) lecturers to North America to train licensed practitioners.

The IAOM-US provides the highest caliber of education, certification, membership and now, through this relationship with Dry Needling Workshops, we offer our clients the best in Dry Needling solutions!

ODNS has been training qualified practitioners in the theory and skill of trigger point dry needling for 15 years throughout the UK, South Africa, India, and the Middle East. In 2013, they began offering courses in the US.

ODNS teach the most comprehensive and inclusive courses available, with emphasis on using the latest evidence, while embracing all the various dry needling theories and techniques. We teach an integrated approach to Trigger point needling and pathology, providing the student with a thorough understanding of the MTrP and how it is affected by Dry Needling.

Our live workshops are competency-based 2 day seminars with a strong emphasis on practical application.  All courses are credentialed for physical therapists, with CEU’s awarded by the APTA at the state level.

ODNS courses are all strongly practical in nature with good participant – facilitator ratios and are supported by a comprehensive manual.  We conduct high quality, evidence based courses with experienced physiotherapists as lecturers and assistants.

The goal of the Dry Needling Level 2 course is to gain expertise in needling the more delicate and higher risk areas in the body, including the face and anterior neck, forearm and hand, lower leg and foot, thorax and abdominal wall. It is a competency-based course, which will introduce more of the recent research, teach the use of estim with needles, and ends with a competency exam.

Dry Needling II is taught with one day online and two days live.
Dry Needling II with cadaver is taught with one day online and 2 1/2 days live.

Dry Needling II Descriptions and Outlines

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The IAOM-US provides the highest caliber of education, certification, membership and now, through this relationship with Dry Needling Workshops, we offer our clients the best in Dry Needling courses!

ODNS has been training qualified practitioners in the theory and skill of trigger point dry needling for 15 years throughout the UK, South Africa, India, and the Middle East. In 2013, they began offering courses in the US.

Our Dry Needling for Pelvic Rehab Practitioners workshops are competency-based 3 day seminars with a strong emphasis on practical application.  All courses are credentialed for physical therapists, with CEU’s awarded by the APTA at the state level.
ODNS courses are all strongly practical in nature with good participant – facilitator ratios and are supported by a comprehensive manual.  We conduct high quality, evidence based courses with experienced physiotherapists as lecturers and assistants.

Following our course you should feel ready to dry needle the next day in your clinic.

Dry Needling for Pelvic Rehab Practitioners is a basic level course which teaches the theory and practice of dry needling of trigger points, and includes safety and ethics. We teach superficial dry needling including fascia and scars, periosteal pecking, and deep dry needling of the buttock, anterior hip, thigh, lumbar, abdominal, and pelvic floor muscles.

Dry Needling for Pelvic Rehab Descriptions and Outlines

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CERTIFICATION FOR ADVANCED COMPETENCY IN DRY NEEDLING

ODNS Certification for Advanced Competency in Dry Needling emphasizes the clinical application of dry needling as it applies to the treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. Within 1 year of the ODNS Dry Needling Level 2 Course, you must complete the Certification process.

Objectives of the Certification

ODNS Certification in Dry Needling aims to encourage further study and practical application of these techniques. The components of the certification are as follows:

Certification Prerequisites and Timeline:

• You must have completed a ODNS Dry Needling Level 2 course, and have completed all of the ODNS Level I online course, if your Level I training was outside of ODNS.
• Certification candidates must submit 5 (five) case studies for review.
  • The case studies will be reviewed by advanced dry needling assistant faculty.
  • The reviewer will provide the certification candidate with a written critique of each case study.
  • Acceptable case studies include documentation of the ability to apply dry needling with the right choice of patient position, needle gauge and size, hand position and technique; to document response, overall patient outcome, and incorporate it into their overall rehabilitation plan and other treatment techniques.  
  • Special attention is given to safety, efficacy and clinical reasoning.
• When the case studies have been reviewed, you will be notified of the results. If your case studies clearly demonstrate your competency, you will be invited to sit for the online examination.
• The Certification Examination consists of 50 randomized multiple choice questions designed to assess the ability to apply your knowledge of safety, clinical reasoning, and advanced anatomy to the practice of dry needling. It is taken during a continuous 90 minute period, and is open book.
• You must score 70% or better in a single take to receive the certification.

On successful completion of the above, the practitioner earns the ODNS Certification for Advanced Competency and 7 CEU hours.

Price for the Certification process is $249.00.

If you are interested in Certification for Dry Needling, contact us at info@iaom-us.com or call 866-426-6101

There are definite benefits of why you should consider Certification in Orthopedic Manual Therapy. One, simply put, is to make life better! To reaffirm the exciting reason why you chose to be a therapist and make every day fun! Certify for the Ease of Clinical Practice.

The other equally powerful rationale is to elevate your career and reach for a higher level of success. Certify for Professional Transformation and broaden your horizons through new emphasis and credentialing.

Whether you are wanting to feel better in your role as a Therapist or you are in the position ask “what’s next”, the IAOM-US can help guide you there.

Make practice fun!

IAOM Certification in Orthopedic Manual Therapy brings your clinical assessment and treatment tools to an automatic level. You won’t have to think so hard!

• During patient interaction speak with confidence in explaining why the individual hurts, the parameters of the condition, and what can be done about it.
• By applying a systematic approach to every clinical examination, you will be able to see clinical patterns emerge, and also share findings more easily with colleagues (to include the entire medical community).
• Knowing which treatment tools to apply when, where, and to which conditions produces successful outcomes with every patient.

You have invested a tremendous amount to get where you are today. Enjoy your profession more every year. Prevent job burnout and patient heart-sink by taking advantage of what the IAOM has to offer: lifetime career enhancement through professional transformation, by systematically reaching one higher level at a time.

The IAOM-US offers the clinician the resources and tools which serve as a segue to expanding your horizons and reaching new milestones.

The IAOM-US Certification in OMT or the UE Track is a career-defining achievement.  For this reason, it is a life-long credential.  Because this process can transform the Clinician from novice to musculoskeletal specialist, the ongoing learning that follows this achievement is strongly encouraged and supported through various IAOM-US resources including membership, fellowship and doctoral education.

Stay on the transformational journey!  Study the content and gain the skills through the courses. Be challenged in the Certification Exam. Become a Master in the Fellowship. Become a Leader through Doctoral Education.

Written examinations are are closed books/notes examinations (you may use neither books, notes, manuals, nor electronic media during the examination) and generally scheduled for the morning of the testing date.

Schedule for a maximum of 2 hours for 3-4 module examinations and 3 hours for a 6 module examination.

Written examinations consist of multiple choice and short answer questions with one correct answer only.

Material for the examination are the IAOM-US course manuals and the course textbooks (Winkel et al. books for the Spine & the Extremities, 1997, as well as the IAOM-US books published by OPTP such as the Hip and Knee).

Includes questions regarding:

1. Pathoanatomy
2. Pathology
3. Mechanics (arthro/osteokinematics)
4. Differential diagnosis
5. Treatment Approach
6. General/Definition terms

The 3-courses examination consists of approximately 66 questions with the following breakdown for each section (22 questions per section) of the test (this may vary):

1. Pathoanatomy: 5 questions
2. Pathology: 5 questions
3. Mechanics: 4 questions
4. Differential diagnosis: 3 questions
5. Treatment approaches: 3 questions
6. General questions: 2 questions

The 6-courses examination consists of approximately 102 questions with the following breakdown for each section (17 questions per section) of the test (this may vary):

1. Pathoanatomy: 4 questions
2. Pathology: 4 questions
3. Mechanics: 3 questions
4. Differential diagnosis: 2 questions
5. Treatment approaches: 2 questions
6. General questions: 2 questions

Practical examinations are closed books/notes examinations (you may use neither books, notes, manuals, nor electronic media during the examination) and follow the written examination.

Each Participant received the practical examination questions before the examination, allow 30 minutes to prepare prior to examination (the preparation for the examination is closed books/notes examinations as well – you may use neither books, notes, manuals, nor electronic media during the preparation phase of the practical examination)..

Two participants are scheduled for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes for 2-3 module examinations and approximately 2 hours for 4-6 module exams throughout the day.

Practical exam will be videotaped.

Practical Examinations include the following:

1. 1 clinical or local segmental examination including special-extra tests (the examination sheets are available by clicking here): 35%
2. 2 surface anatomy locations — soft tissue techniques: 20%
3. 2 mobilization techniques (30%) for the 3 courses examination, and 3 mobilization techniques for the 4-6 courses examination: 30%
4. 1 high velocity manipulative technique: 15%

Passing scores are calculated as follows:

• Written Examination: 70%
• Practical Examination: 70%
• Overall score: 70%

Failure to obtain at least 70% on the written examination AND at least 70% on the practical examination AND at least 70% on the overall score will result in failure. In the case of a passing score on one part of the examination (e.g. the practical examination) and a failure score on the other part of the examination (e.g. written examination), with an overall score > 70%, the individual must retake the part that he/she failed (in this case the written examination). The re-examination score represents the final score. Scores are sent out within 6 weeks of taking an examination.

In the case of an overall score of <70%, both the written and practical examinations must be retaken.

IAOM-US Sample Practical Testing Spine

IAOM-US Sample Extremities Practical Examination

IAOM-US Local Examination of the Upper Cervical Spine

IAOM-US Local Examination of the Thoracic Spine IAOM-US Local Examination of the Lumbar Spine

IAOM-US Local Examination of the Lower Cervical Spine

IAOM-US Hand and UE Track Certification Study Guide Hand Wrist I Wrist II

IAOM-US Hand and UE Track Certification Study Guide Elbow Shoulder TOS

IAOM-US Examination of the Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

IAOM-US Examination of the Ribs IAOM-US Examination of the Cervico-thoracic Junction

IAOM-US Clinical Examination of the Wrist and Thumb

IAOM-US Clinical Examination of the Shoulder

IAOM-US Clinical Examination of the Sacroiliac Joint

IAOM-US Clinical Examination of the Knee

IAOM-US Clinical Examination of the Hip

IAOM-US Clinical Examination of the Foot and Ankle

IAOM-US Clinical Examination of the Elbow

IAOM-US Basic Functional Examination of the Thoracic Spine

IAOM-US Basic Functional Examination of the Lumbar Spine

IAOM-US Basic Functional Examination of the Cervical Spine