Universal Therapeutic Massage Institute
2017 Continuing Education Classes (early bird)
3410 Aztec Road NE
Albuquerque, NM 87107
505-888-0020
At UTMI: Our Mission is Quality Education
- All UTMI graduates receive a 10% discount on all CE classes
- We offer unique classes to expand you skills
- Classes from August thru October
- All Continuing Education classes are NCBTMB and NMMTB approved
- Also check our new easy to understand guide to the new NMMTB renewal process
- Please see other pages for Class Descriptions
Oct 28 (Fri)AIS Stretching(lower)*Canceled
8:30 AM - 5:30PM8 CE’s
Instructor: David Lang LMT-1442, RMTI I-0197, MTPT #1442
Pricing:UTMI Grad = $154.80 (incl. tax) - Rope & Booklet $10.00 extra
Non-UTMI Grad = $172.00 (incl. tax) - Rope & Booklet $10.00 extra
Oct 29(Sat)AIS Stretching(upper)*Canceled
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM8 CE’s
Instructor: David Lang LMT-1442, RMTI I-0197, MTPT #1442
Pricing:UTMI Grad = $154.80 (incl. tax) - Rope & Booklet $10.00 extra
Non-UTMI Grad = $172.00 (incl. tax) - Rope & Booklet $10.00 extra
Oct 30 (Sun)Advanced Myotherapy*
8:30 AM - 5:30PM8 CE’s
Instructor: David LangLMT-1442, RMTI I-0197, MTPT #1442
Pricing:UTMI Grad = $154.80 (incl. tax)
Non-UTMI Grad = $172.00 (incl. tax)
November
Nov 11 (Sat)“Integrated Neuromuscular Massage”
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM8 CE’s
Instructor: Peter W. D. Lane, LMT 1636, RMTI-101, CNMT
Pricing:UTMI Grad = $154.80 (incl. tax)
Non-UTMI Grad = $172.00 (incl. tax)
* There will a special pricing for students takingtwo (2) or three (3) of David Lang's classes ...
If you take any two (2) the cost is: UTMI grad - $261.23 (incl. tax) … and non-UTMI grad - $295.63 (incl. tax)
For all three classes the costs is: UTMI grad - $435.38 (incl. tax) … and non-UTMI grad - $483.75 (incl.tax)
Class Descriptions
NMT (I, II, or III)
Learn whole body assessment using the MAPP system in order to create an effective treatment plan. The individual intensive modules include body musculature reviews and postural assessment with the application of neurological laws. Specialized focus includes problem oriented techniques for lumbar pain, plantar fasciitis, rotator cuff issues, temporomandibular dysfunction, headaches and anxiety among other concerns. This course combines Craniosacral, Myofascial and Trigger point techniques.
Lecture and demonstration of NMT procedures and protocols for the pelvic facilitation technique. Included is postural assessment, explanation of the interrelationship between the three axial planes (cervical/pelvic/tarsal-metatarsal) and demonstration of the pelvic facilitation procedure. Includes cervical/pelvic/sacral decompression and talus bone reset techniques. This is followed by student practice of these procedures.
Student practice and trade-off of postural assessment and pelvic facilitation technique to include cervical/pelvic/sacral decompression and talus bone reset procedures.
Lecture on the O,I,A and release of specific muscles and trigger points involved in pelvic facilitation. Demonstration of NMT/TP muscles release techniques followed by student practice and demonstration of NMT/TP procedures. Muscles included in this segment are latissimus dorsi, erector spinae, quadratus lumborum/ilio lumbar ligament, the lateral raffae, gluteals and deep 6 lateral rotators of the hip with an emphasis on the piriformis and sciatic nerve entrapment/compression. Demonstration of Logan Basic technique and its impact on the above referenced muscles and sacral deviation followed by student practice and demonstration.
Lecture on the O,I,A and release of specific muscles and trigger points involved in pelvic facilitation as related to the thigh, leg and foot. Demonstration of NMT/TP release techniques followed by student practice and demonstration of NMT/TP procedures. Muscles included in this segment are tensor fascia latae, hamstrings, quadriceps, adductors and musculature of the anterior and posterior leg and foot with an emphasis on the impact that the peroneals, tibialis anterior and the gastrocnemius/soleus/achilles complex play on talus bone deviation, inversion and eversion of the foot and the collective impact on posture and the pelvic and cervical axes.
Ethics -
NCBTMB - to include Roles and Boundaries (NCBTMB – Standard V) as well as recognizing and solving Ethical Dilemmas. Please ring the following material for the Ethics class for group review: Business Card, Written Marketing Material, Intake form – informed consent, Code of Ethics, policies and procedures
Integrative Neuromuscular Massage
Is a shorten introductory course of the longer NMT I, II, and III. There is a great deal of useful information in this short course, however it is a teaser for the longer program which goes much more in-depth into these powerful techniques.
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Unwinding The Desk Worker
80% of the patients seen at our clinic are seen for Desk Worker Syndromes. The techniques taught in this class are what we have found to be the most effective non-surgical therapies to correct thoracic outlet syndrome and carpal tunnel syndrome. This class is presented by Dr. Taylor DiMarino, DN of Musculoskeletal Medicine of New Mexico.
You will learn:
• Basic postural analysis and the fascial lines involved in dysfunction that leads to TOS and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
• Specific soft tissue techniques to release tight muscle and fascia, and corrective exercises to strengthen weakened muscles to alleviate symptoms
• How to pinpoint the location of nerve impingements that cause numbness and tingling in the hands and techniques the release the nerve impingements
• Opening stiff and immobile hands to return range of motion of fingers
• Basic sports taping techniques for TOS
• Connective tissue fundamentals that can be applied to treatment of the whole body
This class is a full 8 hours. We will provide Powerpoint notes. Bring either a Gua Sha tool or small Gaston tool.
Doctor Taylor DiMarino, DN graduated with a BA in dance from the University of Hawaii, is a certified Yoga Instructor, and completed her doctorate in Naprapathic Medicine in 2014. She has a life long passion for Movement and Bodywork. She currently runs the busy practice, Musculoskeletal Medicine of New Mexico in Los Alamos, New Mexico.
AIS Stretches
The Active Isolated Stretching (AIS) method of muscle lengthening and fascial release is a type of athletic stretching technique that provides effective, dynamic and facilitated stretching of major muscle groups. More importantly using AIS techniques provides function-al and physiological restoration of superficial and deep fascial planes for use in massage therapy.
Advanced Myotherapy
“Myofascial Therapy” is a non-invasive hand’s on therapeutic technique. It has been scientifically proven by notable doctors such as Janet Travel and David Simmons. “Myo”, meaning muscle and fascial or fascia is the connective tissue that runs through the inner plains of the body. It can be compared to saran wrap for the body.
The therapist who performs Myo-therapy should be a licensed massage therapist familiar with this technique, Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist and has a diagnosis from a referring physician. There are doctors of chiropractic and doctors of oriental medicine that also do Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy.
The therapy itself consists of assessing the areas of reported pain and discovering the actual trigger points. These are taunt bands or tender spots that create a referring pain pattern. The therapist applies continuous pressure on the point to the patient’s tolerance and follows up with appropriate stretch techniques. There may also be the use of spray and stretch for creating increased range of motion in an extremity or in the spine. This freezes an area that is having work done to confuse the nervous system to make it easier to get a greater stretch.
The patient is also asked to explain there daily activities so the therapist can modify them in order to create a better awareness for the patient on what can be causing the pain and hopefully alleviate the trigger point which will alleviate the pain Pattern.
Myo-fascial trigger point therapy does not have to be a painful experience. So remember to express your pain tolerance and threshold to your therapist. This class is designed to introduce technique and theory to massage therapist who are interested in advancing and honing their abilities to work with clients that have severe pain issues. We will also discuss how to relate to the medical providers that will be referring patients to you.
Need to Know ...
Note: this is a partial list at this time. We will be adding more later, (such as possibly an Ethics class just for female LMT's) so check either our Facebook page ( ) or our web site.
In order for your name to be placed on the class roster, you must pay for the class in advance. All others will go on a "standby list" and may be called about 1 week before the class to see if they still want to attend and if there is room to attend.
For these classes, the minimum number of students is four (4) otherwise we will try to reschedule the class. We try to have no more than 20 students in any class. For a canceled class, refunds will be made within 10 days.
We will also be offering some of the same classes (possibly extended to 20 hours) in our Therapeutic Medical Massage program as well. There will be limited seating depending upon the number of current students in that class.
If you have any questions, please call the School at 505-888-0020.
The following are narrative comments from students in prior classes ...
NMT
"I enjoyed the class a lot, very informative! Amazing man."
"I had many breakthroughs with clarity and understanding."
"Encourages (you) to be at your best."
"Full of knowledge."
"Love the teaching, knowledge and experience. Would like to see if there (is) an Advanced Training Course on neuromuscular."
"Very patience with helping understand how to master technique."
"Excellent"
"I would love to have more classes by Peter Lane. He is passionate & enthusiastic for the students to learn what he knows. He love(s) what he does."
Reiki
"I feel enlightened by wonderful teachers"
"Born instructors were great"
"Reminded me of why I love my profession"
"Both (instructors) were well versed in the subject"
"Everyone participated" & "Amazing"
"Great information and class"
"Loved it!"
"Loved it! Great guide on Reiki"
" Both instructors were amazing! Thank you Kim and Eric"
"This was AWESOME. Much more fun that I have experienced with previous continuing education. Many thanks."
" ... Will refocus on using Reiki symbols personally and professionally." & "Class was great"
"Much gratitude to both of you."