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SUMMARY:Reconciling Biomechanics with Pain Science
DESCRIPTION:Instructed by Dr. Greg Lehman\, BKin\, MSc\, DC\, MScPT \nREGISTER HERE:  https://www.anbmt.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Reconciling-Biomechanics-with-Pain-Science-2026.pdf \nRegistration Deadline:  April 17\, 2026 \n \nDate:                         Course begins the first week of May\, with an official launch date May 1\, 2026 \nLocation:                 Self-paced\, 13.5-hour online course delivered via the Thinkific platform\, plus one (1) hour live virtual Q&A session on Zoom for every ten (10) participants enrolled. \nFee:                           $300 (ANBMT Member)     $400 (Non-Member) \n*If you were to enroll in this course directly through the instructor\, the course fee is $350 USD  (approx. $480 CAD) \n(PAYMENT MUST ACCOMPANY REGISTRATION; RESERVATIONS NOT ACCEPTED) \nCEUs:                        13.5 hours + live virtual session\, Tuesday\, November 3\, 2026 (6pm AST)  \n                                    *Student members are eligible to take this certification.  \n*Important Disclaimer: The course must be completed by November 3\, 2026\, prior to the scheduled live virtual Q&A session at 6pm AST. \nCourse Details \n\nLifetime access to all lecture content\nComprehensive PDF lecture notes\nAccess to curated online research paper folders\nPDF copy of theRecovery Strategies Workbook\nOne (1) hour live virtual Q&A session for every ten (10) participants enrolled:November 3\, 2026\, at 6pm AST \n Lehman will provide registrants with login information prior to the course launch date on May 1\, 2026.\n\nBrief Course Description \nThis is a self-paced\, 13.5-hour online course offered through the Thinkific™ platform. \nSignificant research in the pain neurosciences and biomechanics field often appears to undermine the reasoning and justifications for many of the traditional therapeutic approaches and techniques of the many rehabilitation professions.  By addressing both the weaknesses and strengths of the biomechanical approach we can see that treatment can be much simpler\, congruent with the cognitive\, neuroscience approach and best evidenced based practice. \nThis course provides a framework to utilize an alternative biomechanical approach that blends neuroscience pain education. This course teaches the therapist how to teach patients about pain science in a treatment framework that still utilizes specific/corrective exercise and manual therapy.  Therapists are taught a model of treatment that simplifies the assessment process and the treatment. \nLearning Style \nThis course is a mix of a discussion-based lecture\, case studies and practical components.  The practical components are used with the case studies to “feel” the interventions.  However\, there are no “specific” techniques.  Rather\, the point is to show that the framework helps the therapist use their own techniques but in a different way.  Further\, we can then share “techniques” from all participants in the class.  Exercises are demonstrated and time is given to practice these exercises.  When exploring how Key Messages relate to pain and changing behaviour the practical component helps the therapist use their own experiences and “stories” to fit with the Key Messages of pain and behaviour change. \nObjectives \n\nProvide assessment techniques to aid in diagnosis and management of common musculoskeletal complaints\nDemonstrate how biomechanical treatments and explanations can address the multidimensional nature of pain\nDemonstrate how cognitive restructuring and goal setting of meaningful activities can be used alongside mechanical treatments to address the multidimensional nature of pain\nProvide and teach exercise prescription that is informed by biomechanics and therapeutic neuroscience\nExplain the “pain science” behind common clinical problems and learn methods of applying therapeutic neuroscience education\nIdentify and use their current movement-based skills within a graded exposure and graded activity paradigm\n\nLectures \nModule 1: Course Introduction and Clinical Decision Making (1 hour and 15 minutes) \n\nA review of the multidimensional nature of pain will occur\nClinical questions and themes are posed to help find common threads for rehabilitation\n\nModule 2: Treatment Fundamentals Lecture (60 minutes) \n\nAn alternative to the kinesiopathological model of treatment is produced\nA case for simplicity is made\nClinical reasoning for safety\, potential red flags and contraindications to a biopsychosocial approach\nA simplified framework to incorporate both biomechanical treatments with psychosocial treatments is outlined\n\nModule 3: Reframing the Kinesiopathological Model (50 minutes) \n\nan exploration of the utility and limitations of the biomechanical model in pain and injury management\nintroduction to how the current biomedical model can be simplified and modified to be consistent with the best evidence of both pain science and biomechanical science\nExploration of the role of posture on pain\n\nModule 4: Targets of Exercise Prescription (1 hour and 10 minutes) \n\nA biopsychosocial approach to exercise and movement prescription is introduced\nCase studies are used to explore common and potential mechanisms of therapy\nAn in-depth review of exercise prescription and potential targets of knee osteoarthritis is explored\n\nModule 5: Exercise Prescription Dosage and Variables (1 hour) \n\nA review of the details of exercise prescription\nRepetitions\, sets\, volume\, intensity goals for common targets of exercise\nTopics will include strength\, hypertrophy\, power\, analgesia\, habituation\, range of motion\n\nModule 6: The comprehensive capacity model and the targets of exercise prescription. (1 hour and 45 minutes) \n\nA simplified approach to exercise prescription is shown\nThe importance of comprehensive capacity and movement options is highlighted and illustrated when it is necessary\nan evidence-based approach to understanding pain and rehabilitating common conditions\nan approach to understand the assessment of sensitivity in exercise prescription\ndemonstrations of the exercise interventions\ncase study autopsies are performed illustration common themes behind various treatment approaches and how a simplified intervention can be effective\nA review of common themes in tendinopathy and how that research can guide much clinical practice\n\nModule 7: Symptom Modification Model of Injury/Pain Management (2 hours and 20 minutes) \n\nthe comprehensive capacity and graded exposure approach to injury and pain treatment will be detailed\nstudents will learn a framework and simplified clinical reasoning tool to help guide therapy\nSymptom modification as clinical reasoning to guide interventions as demonstrated through case studies\nSpecial topics include Graded Exposure\, working with painful exercises\, movement modifications and graded activity.\nactive and passive approaches to the symptom modification interventions and how these manual therapy approaches are supported by exercise interventions will be taught.\n\nModule 8: Special topics in reconciling biomechanics (1 hour and 5 minutes) \n\nRe-evaluating the role of spine stability in low back pain\nQuestioning the role of knee valgus in knee cap related pain\n\nModule 9: When biomechanics matters (40 minutes) \n\nRe-evaluating the role of spine flexion as an independent risk factor for low back pain\nA framework for when movement quality and biomechanics are important for pain and injury via the research behind ACL injury and rehabilitation is proposed\nThe importance of habit interruption as a rationale for changing movement quality\n\nModule 10: Key Messages of Recovery and Pain Science (1 hour and 40 minutes) \n\nPain science primer\nIdentifying potential false beliefs that might influence pain and disability\nHow to deliver Key Messages that are chosen by false beliefs\nInterviewing techniques are illustrated to help change opinions and ultimately change behaviour\ncase studies are presented by the class and solved with facilitation from the instructor and the group\na reconceptualization of common clinical tests is demonstrated to show that much of our current testing can be modified to still be useful\nSpecific examples demonstrating how to begin meaningful treatment “when everything hurts” and all manual therapy and exercise therapy has failed                                                                                                                         \n\nLive Virtual Session–One (1) hour for every ten (10) participants: \n\nLive virtual Q&A scheduled\, November 3\, 2026\, at 6pm AST on Zoom.\nThe instructors will discuss the content covered in the self-paced module.\nThe instructors answer questions submitted by registrants.\nThe session will be recorded for all registrants that are unable to attend.\n\nAbout the Instructor\nDr. Greg Lehman is a physiotherapist\, chiropractor\, and strength and conditioning specialist with over 20 years of experience in rehabilitation\, education\, and research. He specializes in the assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders using a biopsychosocial approach that integrates biomechanics\, pain science\, and exercise therapy. \nGreg holds an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology\, a Master of Science in Spine Biomechanics\, a Doctor of Chiropractic degree\, and a Master of Science in Physiotherapy from Queen’s University. His academic achievements include receiving a prestigious Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) graduate scholarship to study at the University of Waterloo’s Occupational Biomechanics Laboratory\, where he conducted research under internationally recognized spine biomechanics experts. \nREGISTER HERE:  https://www.anbmt.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Reconciling-Biomechanics-with-Pain-Science-2026.pdf
URL:https://www.anbmt.ca/course/reconciling-biomechanics-with-pain-science/
LOCATION:Self-paced\, 13.5-hour online course delivered via the Thinkific platform\, plus one (1) hour live virtual Q&A session on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Refer to CMTNB CEU Policy
ORGANIZER;CN="Coralie Hopkins%2C Executive Director%2C ANBMT":MAILTO:anbmt@anbmt.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260601
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SUMMARY:Finding Balance: Dual Task\, Cognition\, and Vestibular Exercises
DESCRIPTION:Instructed by Tera Mezynski\, B(Sc) Kinesiology\, M(Sc) Physical Therapy &  \nKerry Carlson\, B(Sc) Physiology\, B(Sc) Physical Therapy \nREGISTER HERE: https://www.anbmt.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Finding-Balance-Dual-Task-Cognition-and-Vestibular-Exercises-2026.pdf \nRegistration Deadline:  May 18\, 2026 \nDate:                         Course begins the first week of June\, with an official launch date June 1\, 2026 *Minimum 10 participants \nLocation:                 Self-paced\, 8-hour online course\, including one (1) year of access to course content\, a downloadable activity handout\, and a 1-hour live virtual Q&A session on Wednesday\, October 21\, 2026\, from 6:00–7:00 pm AST. Please see disclaimer below for important completion requirements. \nFee:                           $189 (ANBMT Member) \nThe total value saved for the course + live session is $100.00. \n(PAYMENT MUST ACCOMPANY REGISTRATION; RESERVATIONS NOT ACCEPTED) \nCEUs:                        8 hours + 1 hour Q & A session *Active Initiatives will complete the required supplementary verification letter.  \n*Student members are eligible to take this certification. \n*Important Disclaimer: The course must be completed by October 21\, 2026\, prior to the start of the 1-hour live virtual Q&A session scheduled from *6:00–7:00 pm AST. \nCourse Details \n\nThis is a self-paced\, 8-hour virtual course offered through the Thinkific™ platform.\nThere is limited access (1 yr) to the self-paced course. (Must be completed by October 21\, 2026.)\nInstructors are available throughout the year to answer any questions during the course via email.\nLifetime access to handouts as they are PDF and can be printed off and saved by registrants.\nActive Initiatives will provide registrants with login information prior to the course launch date on June 1\, 2026.\n\nLearn the latest research on how best to incorporate thinking\, vestibular\, and dual tasks into your exercises to improve balance and selective attention. What is vertigo and how can you recognize it? Help your clients reduce risk of falling and improve function in the real world.  All registrants leave with a toolbox full of activities they can implement immediately into their practice. \nSelf-Paced Course Topics: \n\nLearn the systems of model of balance and other influences of balance\nUnderstand balance strategies for static and dynamic balance\nLearn about BPPV so that you can direct your clients for best practice care\nLearn about dual task and why and how we use it\nMaster exercises for dual task\, cognition\, vision\, static and dynamic balance\nLearn how cognition influences balance and the concept of “Thinking while Moving\, Moving while Thinking”\n\n1-hour Live Virtual Session: \n\nLive virtual Q&A scheduled\, October 21\, 2026 from 6pm-7pm (AST) on Zoom.\nThe instructors will discuss the content covered in the self-paced module.\nThe instructors answer questions submitted by registrants.\nThe session will be recorded for all registrants that are unable to attend.\n\nAbout the Instructors \nTera Mezynski\, B(Sc) Kinesiology\, M(Sc) Physical Therapy \nTera is a physiotherapist who has worked in the healthcare industry for over 15 years in all settings including hospital\, private practice\, and exercise rehabilitation. Tera has extensive training in lower limb arthroplasty and has helped develop surgical pathways. Neuromuscular exercise\, muscle patterning\, and exercise prescription are some of her areas of expertise and passion.  Tera’s presentation style and knowledge are empowering\, and her enthusiasm is contagious\, whether the workshop is self-paced or live \nKerry Carlson\, B(Sc) Physiology\, B(Sc) Physical Therapy \nKerry has over 25+ years of experience in all areas of physical therapy\, including injury rehabilitation and health promotion. Kerry believes that a little movement throughout the day goes a long way and that small changes can significantly improve our health. Kerry has a gift for developing programs for 1:1 or group for osteoarthritis\, balance\, cognition\, and dual tasking that are second to none.  She is an unbelievable presenter who shares her knowledge of research in such a way that you can’t help but be drawn in and enthused. Join Kerry and you’ll leave with a sense of energy and readiness to implement what you’ve learned. \nREGISTER HERE: https://www.anbmt.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Finding-Balance-Dual-Task-Cognition-and-Vestibular-Exercises-2026.pdf
URL:https://www.anbmt.ca/course/finding-balance-dual-task-cognition-and-vestibular-exercises/
LOCATION:Self-Paced\, 8-hour course + 1-hour live virtual Q&A session
CATEGORIES:Refer to CMTNB CEU Policy
ORGANIZER;CN="Coralie Hopkins%2C Executive Director%2C ANBMT":MAILTO:anbmt@anbmt.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260602
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SUMMARY:Optimizing the Older Adult
DESCRIPTION:Instructed by Tera Mezynski\, B(Sc) Kinesiology\, M(Sc) Physical Therapy &  \nKerry Carlson\, B(Sc) Physiology\, B(Sc) Physical Therapy \nREGISTER HERE: https://www.anbmt.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Optimizing-the-Older-Adult-2026.pdf \nRegistration Deadline:  May 18\, 2026 \nDate:                         Course begins the first week of June\, with an official launch date June 1\, 2026 *Minimum 10 participants \nLocation:                 Self-paced\, 16-hour online course\, including one (1) year of access to all course materials and a 1-hour live virtual Q&A session on Wednesday\, October 21\, 2026\, from 7:00–8:00 pm AST. Please see disclaimer below for important completion requirements. \nFee:                           $339 (ANBMT Member) \nThe total value saved for the course + live session is $150.00. \n(PAYMENT MUST ACCOMPANY REGISTRATION; RESERVATIONS NOT ACCEPTED) \nCEUs:    16 hours + 1 hour Q & A session *Active Initiatives will complete the required supplementary verification letter.  \n*Student members are eligible to take this certification. \n*Important Disclaimer: The course must be completed by October 21\, 2026 (before the start of the 1-hour live virtual Q&A session from 7pm-8pm AST).  \nCourse Details \n\nThis is a self-paced\, 16-hour virtual course offered through the Thinkific™ platform.\nThere is limited access (1 yr) to the self-paced course. (Must be completed by October 21\, 2026.)\nInstructors are available throughout the year to answer any questions during the course via email.\nLifetime access to handouts as they are PDF and can be printed off and saved by registrants.\nActive Initiatives will provide registrants with login information prior to the course launch date on June 1\, 2026.\n\nDo you want to feel confident when working with the 55+ population?  Learn about what influences aging and how increasing age affects a person physically\, cognitively and mentally.  This course covers a variety of chronic health conditions (respiratory\, cardiac\, neurological\, diabetes\, dementia\, cancer).  Discover key components for exercise programs for the healthy older adult and the older adult with multiple health concerns.   We need to work “upstream” to help this client population to stay out of the hospital and THRIVE!  Become an expert in the older adult population\, expand your clientele reach and help them to lead their best life. \nSelf-Paced Course Topics: \n\nUnderstand structural and functional consequences of aging\nLearn about the frailty factor\nLearn about the impacts of sedentary behaviour on older adults and the benefits of movement\nUnderstand how our brain changes as we age and how exercise can influence this\nLearn about chronic diseases that your clients may have including cardiorespiratory\, diabetes\, osteoporosis\, stroke\, arthritis\, dementia and more\nLearn key aspects on how to prevent falls in the older adult including key balance exercises\nMaster exercise guidelines and exercise prescription for older adults\nLearn key outcome measures and why they are crucial\nLearn about posture and joint stability and how those influence movement\, pain\, and balance\nUnderstand key functional movements and how to teach your clients how to do them\n\n1-hour Live Virtual Session:  \n\nLive virtual Q&A scheduled\, October 21\, 2026 from 7pm-8pm (AST) using the Zoom platform.\nThe instructors will discuss the content covered in the self-paced module.\nThe instructors answer questions submitted by registrants.\nThe session will be recorded for all registrants that are unable to attend.\n\nAbout the Instructors \nTera Mezynski\, B(Sc) Kinesiology\, M(Sc) Physical Therapy \nTera is a physiotherapist who has worked in the healthcare industry for over 15 years in all settings including hospital\, private practice\, and exercise rehabilitation. Tera has extensive training in lower limb arthroplasty and has helped develop surgical pathways. Neuromuscular exercise\, muscle patterning\, and exercise prescription are some of her areas of expertise and passion.  Tera’s presentation style and knowledge are empowering\, and her enthusiasm is contagious\, whether the workshop is self-paced or live. \nKerry Carlson\, B(Sc) Physiology\, B(Sc) Physical Therapy \nKerry has over 25+ years of experience in all areas of physical therapy\, including injury rehabilitation and health promotion. Kerry believes that a little movement throughout the day goes a long way and that small changes can significantly improve our health. Kerry has a gift for developing programs for 1:1 or group for osteoarthritis\, balance\, cognition\, and dual tasking that are second to none.  She is an unbelievable presenter who shares her knowledge of research in such a way that you can’t help but be drawn in and enthused. Join Kerry and you’ll leave with a sense of energy and readiness to implement what you’ve learned. \nREGISTER HERE: https://www.anbmt.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Optimizing-the-Older-Adult-2026.pdf
URL:https://www.anbmt.ca/course/optimizing-the-older-adult/
LOCATION:16 hours + 1 hour Q & A session *Active Initiatives will complete the required supplementary verification letter.
CATEGORIES:Refer to CMTNB CEU Policy
ORGANIZER;CN="Coralie Hopkins%2C Executive Director%2C ANBMT":MAILTO:anbmt@anbmt.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260613T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260614T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T090229
CREATED:20260306T151659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T195428Z
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SUMMARY:Unravelling Head Pain:  Clinical Assessment & Treatment of Headaches and Migraines (IN-PERSON)
DESCRIPTION:Instructed by Louise Hill\, RMT \nREGISTER HERE: http://REGISTER HERE: https://www.anbmt.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Unravelling-Head-Pain-2026.pdf \nRegistration Deadline:  May 30\, 2026 \nDate:                          June 13-14\, 2026 (2 days)\nTime:                          8:00am-5:00pm (45-minute lunch break) \nLocation:                   Château Moncton \n                                    100 Main Street \n                                    Moncton\, NB \nFee:                            $450 (ANBMT Member)                            $550 (Non-Member) \n*If you were to enroll in this course directly through the instructor\, the course fee is $575 (inc. HST) \n(PAYMENT MUST ACCOMPANY REGISTRATION; RESERVATIONS NOT ACCEPTED) \nCEUs:                          16 hours   \n*Student members are eligible to enroll in this certification after completing their first year of massage therapy training.\n \nPreferred Room Rate: Château Moncton\, $139.00 + taxes (15% HST and 3.5% MAT) per night (2 queen beds)\, includes breakfast\, WIFI\, and free parking. A block of 10 rooms have been reserved. Book one month in advance to secure a room. Phone 506-870-4444. Booking Reference: ANBMT and the date. \nCourse Description \nThis two-day in-person continuing education course provides registered massage therapists with a comprehensive\, practical approach to assessing and treating common types of headaches encountered in clinical practice. Participants will explore the causes\, epidemiology\, and distinguishing features of tension-type headaches\, cervicogenic headaches\, TMJ-related headaches\, sinus-related headaches\, migraines\, exertion headaches\, medication-overuse headaches\, thunderclap headaches\, and cluster headaches. Through a combination of lecture\, discussion\, and extensive hands-on practice\, therapists will learn how to identify key contributing structures\, perform appropriate special testing\, apply effective manual therapy techniques\, and provide evidence-informed home care. The course emphasizes differential assessment\, safety considerations\, and when to refer clients for further medical evaluation. Each headache type will be explored through a clinical overview followed by demonstrations and guided practical applications in pairs\, allowing participants to build confidence in both assessment and treatment planning. \nHeadache Types Covered  \nHands-On and Clinical Application:  \n\nTension-Type Headaches\nCervicogenic Headaches\nTMJ-Related Headaches\nSinus-Related Headaches\nMigraines\n\n\nClinical Information Only:  \n\nExertion Headaches\nMedication-Overuse Headaches\nThunderclap Headaches\nCluster Headaches\n\nLearning Outcomes  \nUpon completion of this course\, participants will be able to: \n\nDifferentiate between primary and secondary headache types using clinical indicators.\nPerform targeted orthopedic and soft tissue assessments relevant to common headache presentations.\nApply manual therapy techniques safely and effectively to address contributing structures of tension-type\, cervicogenic\, TMJ-related\, sinus-related\, and migraine headaches.\nIntegrate patient education and home care strategies to support long-term management and prevention.\nRecognize red flags and determine when referral to another healthcare professional is warranted.\nConfidently develop treatment plans tailored to the unique mechanisms underlying each headache type.\n\nWhat to Bring \n\nPortable massage table (1 per 2 participants)\nFull table set-up:\n\nFace cradle cover (recommended)\nPillows or bolsters (optional)\nSanitation supplies (wipes\, hand sanitizer\, etc.)\n\n\n\n\nComfortable\, loose-fitting clothing\nNitrile gloves (TMJ Work)\nLunch\, snacks\, and water\nMassage oil\, lotion\, or preferred medium (optional)\n\nCourse Materials\nA comprehensive course manual (PDF) will be provided via email a few days prior to the start of the class for distribution to registered participants\, allowing attendees the option to print their own copy if desired or access digitally on a personal device. \nCertificate of Completion\nA PDF certificate will be emailed to participants within one week of course completion. \nAbout the Instructor\nLouise Hill\, RMT\, is a Registered Massage Therapist based in Moncton\, New Brunswick\, with a clinical focus on the assessment and treatment of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction and related head\, neck\, and jaw conditions. Since graduating with honours from Eastern College in 2016\, she has completed extensive post-graduate training and research in TMJ dysfunction\, concussion and whiplash management\, cervical biomechanics\, fascial release\, and intraoral techniques. TMJ-related treatments now make up a significant portion of her clinical practice\, and she receives regular referrals from dentists\, chiropractors\, osteopaths\, and other allied health professionals. \nAs Louise’s practice evolved\, she observed a strong clinical correlation between TMJ dysfunction and both headache and migraine presentations. This led to the development of a secondary clinical focus in treating head pain – including tension-type headaches\, cervicogenic headaches\, post-concussion headaches\, migraine headaches\, and headache disorders secondary to jaw dysfunction. Her interest in head and neck injury management began prior to entering the profession\, while working and training closely with competitive Muay Thai and MMA fighters at her father’s gym\, where concussions\, jaw trauma\, and whiplash-type injuries are common. Louise began her career working alongside a local chiropractor\, before opening her own clinic\, Therapeutics Ltd.\, in 2018. In addition to her clinical work\, she served as a Clinic Supervisor for the Massage Therapy Program at Eastern College for a year and a half\, where she oversaw student development in assessment skills\, treatment planning\, and professional standards. Outside of clinical practice\, Louise has a longstanding background in athletics\, including Muay Thai instruction and personal training\, and is an avid runner. \nREGISTER HERE: http://REGISTER HERE: https://www.anbmt.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Unravelling-Head-Pain-2026.pdf
URL:https://www.anbmt.ca/course/unravelling-head-pain-clinical-assessment-treatment-of-headaches-and-migraines-in-person/
LOCATION:Chateau Moncton – Hotel & Suites 100 Main Street Moncton\, N.B.\, Chateau Moncton - Hotel & Suites 100 Main Street Moncton\, N.B.\, Moncton\, New Brunswick\, E1C 1B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Refer to CMTNB CEU Policy
ORGANIZER;CN="Coralie Hopkins%2C Executive Director%2C ANBMT":MAILTO:anbmt@anbmt.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260619T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260620T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T090229
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T145248Z
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SUMMARY:Postsurgical Massage Therapy and Scar Tissue Management (IN-PERSON)
DESCRIPTION:Instructed by Catherine Ryan\, RMT \nREGISTER HERE: https://www.anbmt.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Postsurgical-Massage-Therapy-and-Scar-Tissue-Management-2026.pdf \nRegistration Deadline:  May 19\, 2026 \n  \nDate:                          June 19-20\, 2026\nTime:                          8:30am-5:00pm \nLocation:                   Fredericton Inn \n                                    1315 Regent Street \n                                    Fredericton\, NB \nFee:                            $450 (ANBMT Member)                            $525 (Non-Member) \n*If you were to enroll in this course directly through the instructor\, the course fee is $577.50 (inc. 5% GST) \n(PAYMENT MUST ACCOMPANY REGISTRATION; RESERVATIONS NOT ACCEPTED) \nCEUs:                          14 hours   \n*This course is recommended for student members are who are in the later stages of their massage therapy education and training\, or who have relevant healthcare education\, as the content includes evidence-informed scar science and advanced hands-on techniques. \n  \nPreferred room rate: Fredericton Inn\, Fredericton\, NB\, $139.00 + HST per night (2 queen beds). A block of 12 rooms is reserved (book 3 weeks in advance of the event to secure the reserved room). Toll free 1-800-561-8777 or 506-455-1430; Free parking. Booking reference: ANBMT Group \nCourse Description \nIrrespective of etiology (e.g.\, surgery\, burn\, accident)\, collagen remodeling (scar tissue) reconstructs tissue integrity following injury. When the wound healing and scar formation process is disrupted\, problematic or pathophysiological scars may develop. Using the STAR critical thinking approach (Situation\, Task\, Action\, Results)\, this course explores the factors influencing scar outcomes (functional vs. problematic) and how early massage and manual therapy intervention can help prevent or mitigate problematic scarring\, as well as facilitate meaningful change in mature scar presentations. \nAs therapists are more than a pair of hands\, the importance of therapeutic alliance and communication skills will be emphasized throughout the course. The curriculum integrates scientific evidence with practical application\, supported by hands-on instruction\, clinical reasoning\, and real-world relevance. \nCourse Outline and Learning Outcomes \nInterjurisdictional Competencies – Learning outcomes encompass the following: \n\nFoundational Knowledge (Anatomy\, Physiology\, Pathology) – pg. 2\nProfessional Practice: 1.1\, 1.2\, 1.3 – pg. 8–9\nAssessment and Treatment Planning: 2.1\, 2.2 – pg. 10–11\nTreatment and Patient Self-Care: 3.1\, 3.2\, 3.3 – pg. 11–13\n\nPart 1 – PowerPoint Lecture (1.5 hours)\nStructure and Function: Overview of Skin\, Fascia\, Circulatory\, Lymphatic\, Immune\, and Nervous Systems \nLearning Outcome:\nUnderstand the structure and function of the primary systems influencing wound healing and the tissues affected by abnormal scar formation. \nPart 2 – PowerPoint Lecture (1.5 hours)\nWound Healing and Scar Physiology and Pathophysiology \nLearning Outcome:\nUnderstand normal and abnormal wound healing and scar formation\, including: \n\nThe role of primary body systems during wound healing stages\nEtiology of pathophysiological scar formation\n\nPart 3 – PowerPoint Lecture (2 hours)\nTypes of Pathophysiological Scars\, Clinical Considerations\, and Manual Therapy Effects \nLearning Outcome:\nRecognize scar presentations\, understand patient impact\, and select appropriate manual therapy techniques. \nTopics include: \n\nTypes of problematic scarring\nClinical considerations involving fascia\, skin\, circulatory\, lymphatic\, and nervous systems\nInflammation\, fibrosis\, contracture\, impaired tissue mobility\, edema\, and pain\nPhysiological effects of manual therapy\nPsychosocial considerations\, including stress and trauma\n\nPart 4 – Lecture and Experiential Learning (2 hours)\nAssessment\, Evaluation\, and Outcome Tracking \nLearning Outcome:\nUnderstand and perform assessment and evaluation procedures\, including: \n\nClient-centered assessment (pain\, function\, quality of life\, activities of daily living)\nDocumentation methods\nPalpation and observational assessment\n\nPart 5 – Lecture and Hands-On Practice (6 hours)\nTreatment and Client Self-Care \nLearning Outcome:\nApply scar treatment principles and protocols\, including: \n\nTreatment dosage and progression\nContraindications and precautions\nTherapeutic communication and trauma-informed care\nClient self-care and homecare strategies\n\nIncludes instructor demonstrations and supervised participant practice addressing neural\, circulatory\, lymphatic\, and myofascial systems. \nPart 6 – Question and Answer Session (1 hour) \nLearning Outcome:\nEnhance clinical reasoning\, critical thinking\, and practical application. \nSupporting Evidence Resources \n\nTraumatic Scar Tissue Management – Massage Therapy Principles\, Practice and Protocols (Jessica Kingsley Publishers\, 2016)\nFascia: Function and Medical Applications (CRC Press\, 2025)\nOncology Massage: An Integrative Approach to Cancer Care (Jessica Kingsley Publishers\, 2021)\n\nWhat to Bring \nEquipment \n\nPortable massage table (1 per 2 participants)\nFull table set-up:\n\nSheets\nBlanket\nFace cradle cover (recommended)\nPillows or bolsters (optional)\n\n\n\nClothing \n\nComfortable\, loose-fitting clothing\nAppropriate undergarments or sports bra\n\nPersonal Items \n\nLunch\, snacks\, and water\nMassage oil\, lotion\, or preferred medium (optional)\n\nCourse Materials \nThe Instructor will provide a PDF copy of the course handouts to the participants via email a few days prior to the start of the class for distribution to registered participants\, allowing attendees the option to print their own copy if desired copies or access digitally on personal device. The Instructor will also provide a discount code for registered participants to purchase the scar tissue textbook she co-authored\, Traumatic Scar Tissue Management. \nCertificate of Completion\nA PDF certificate will be emailed within one week of course completion. \nDemonstration Model Requirements \nTwo demonstration models are required (one per day). Demonstrations will occur approximately 1:00–2:00 pm. The instructor will communicate with models prior to the course. \nModels must: \n\nBe available for approximately one hour\nHave fully healed and medically stable scars\nProvide informed consent\n\nPreferred presentations include: \n\nSurgical scars (orthopedic\, oncology\, gender-affirming\, cesarean section)\nMature or recent scars\nNon-surgical scars (injury\, burns\, trauma)\n\nModels must not have: \n\nComplex abdominal complications requiring medical intervention\nRecent burn grafts (less than 6 months)\n\nAbout the Instructor \nCatherine Ryan\, RMT \nCatherine Ryan is a clinician\, educator\, and author specializing in scar tissue management\, post-surgical rehabilitation\, and myofascial dysfunction. She teaches internationally and maintains an active clinical practice. She is co-author of: Traumatic Scar Tissue Management – Massage Therapy Principles\, Practice and Protocols (2016). She is also a contributor to: Fascia: Function and Medical Applications (CRC Press\, 2025) and Oncology Massage: An Integrative Approach to Cancer Care (2021) \nREGISTER HERE: https://www.anbmt.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Postsurgical-Massage-Therapy-and-Scar-Tissue-Management-2026.pdf
URL:https://www.anbmt.ca/course/postsurgical-massage-therapy-and-scar-tissue-management/
LOCATION:Fredericton inn\, 1315 Regent Street\, Fredericton\, New Brunswick\, E3C 1A1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Refer to CMTNB CEU Policy
ORGANIZER;CN="Coralie Hopkins%2C Executive Director%2C ANBMT":MAILTO:anbmt@anbmt.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260902
DTSTAMP:20260427T090229
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UID:13006-1788220800-1788307199@www.anbmt.ca
SUMMARY:Listening In: A Course in Inner Guidance
DESCRIPTION:Instructed by Àine Stanley\, RMT\nREGISTER HERE: https://www.anbmt.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Listening-In-A-Course-in-Inner-Guidance-2026.pdf \nRegistration Deadline: May 18\, 2026\nDate:                Course begins September 1\, 2026 (12-weeks self-paced) *Minimum 10 participants Location:                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         The course includes 12 hours of self-paced online work\, two one-on-one sessions totaling 2 hours\, and 6 hours of guided check-ins over a 12-week period. *To be arranged directly between the instructor and each                                             participant.\nFee:                  $275 (ANBMT Member)                 $375 (Non-Member)\n*If you were to enroll in this course directly through the instructor\, the course fee is $402.50 (inc. HST)\n(PAYMENT MUST ACCOMPANY REGISTRATION; RESERVATIONS NOT ACCEPTED)\nCEUs:              20 hours *CMTNB supplementary verification letter will be submitted for Category B credit.\n*Student members are eligible to take this course.\nCourse Description\nThis course is for anyone feeling stuck\, uncertain\, or burned out — personally or professionally. It offers a grounded and compassionate space to (re)connect with your inner guidance\, which is often buried under “should” and other barriers.\nThis is more than a course — it’s a practice. And with practice\, your trust in yourself will deepen. Your clarity will sharpen. Your way of being in the world will shift in sustainable and powerful ways.\nTogether\, we’ll explore a wide range of mindset tools and embodiment practices to help you discover what works best for you. Whether you’re returning to this kind of work or engaging in it for the first time\, remember: your inner guidance is always present. This course helps you hear it more clearly.\nBy the end of this training\, you will have created a personalized method of moving from confusion\, frustration\, or burnout toward greater ease\, alignment\, and clarity — both in life and work. Above all\, you’ll learn to coach yourself. I’m simply here to help you remember:\nYou are your own best coach.\n This course is especially valuable during life transitions\, emotional overwhelm\, or times when your clarity and confidence feel out of reach.\nLet’s begin.\nCourse Format & Content Delivery: Online (Virtual)\nEach week\, participants receive a new module via email over the course of 12 weeks.\nTime Commitment: ~1 hour per week for video content\, journaling\, and optional practices. You’ll be invited to engage with recordings\, worksheets\, journal prompts\, and simple daily practices. The more intention you bring\, the more transformation you’ll experience.\nCourse Materials/One-On-One Sessions/Guided Check-Ins:\nParticipants will receive access to all course materials; 1 module per week for 12 weeks;\nTwo one-on-one sessions totaling 2 hours\, arranged directly between the instructor and each participant; and\n6 hours of guided check-ins (3 times per week) over a 12-week period\, scheduled individually with each participant.\nModule Breakdown\nWeek 1: Welcome + Orientation\nWeek 2: Your Inner Navigational System (INS)\nLearn to sense alignment (mind\, heart\, gut agreement) Release beliefs that cloud your inner knowing\nPractice: Audio: Exploring your INS\nWorksheet: “Feeling Yes vs. No”\nJournal Prompt: What is the name of your INS? Where does it live in your body?\nWeek 3: Noticing\nAwareness is the first step to change\nNormalize discomfort and explore its messages\nPractice: Speak to discomfort with compassion\nWorksheet: Life Wheel 1\nJournal Prompt: What happens to your discomfort when you offer it your attention\nWeek 4: Barriers\nIdentify internal blocks and recurring patterns\nBuild nervous system support for real change\nWorksheet: Life Wheel 2\nWeek 5: Getting Curious\nAsk powerful questions and listen inwardly\nLocate yourself before plotting your path\nWorksheet: Core Values & Desired Feelings\nJournal Prompt: “Up until now…”\nWeek 6: Choice\nMake aligned decisions with confidence\nPractice saying YES and NO with integrity\nAudio Practice: Mind\, Heart\, Gut connection\nWorksheet: Choices and Boundaries\nJournal Prompt: How will I manage big feelings that arise with boundaries?\nWeek 7: Act\nTranslate clarity into consistent action\nLearn pattern disruptors to shift energy\nPractices: Growth Cycle\, Wonder Woman Posture\, Wim Hof breath\nJournal Prompt: What daily practices help you grow?\nWeek 8: Acknowledging Small Steps\nCelebrate progress and build momentum\nPractice: Barrier Management Review\nJournal Prompt: How do you celebrate your small wins?\nWeek 9: Mapping\nReverse-engineer your goals with clarity\nCreate sustainable systems for forward motion\nFramework: Vision → Goals → Action Steps → Daily Practices\nWeek 10: Your Self-Coaching Method\nLearn a 5-step process to guide yourself anytime\n\n\nNotice – What needs attention?\n\n\nGet Curious – What is your desired feeling or vision?\n\n\nChoose – What steps support that vision?\n\n\nAct – What’s your plan\, and what support do you need?\n\n\n5.   Celebrate!\nWeek 11: Savasana\nA restorative pause to integrate learning\nPractice: Guided relaxation + Yoga recording\nWeek 12: Review & Reflect\nReflect on progress and name what’s next\nJournal Prompt: What are you proud of? What’s your next right step?\nOutcome: Solidify learnings and gently pivot where needed\nAbout the Instructor\nÀine Stanley\, RMT–My passion for holistic wellness began in my teens and led me to train as a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) from 1997 to 2000. Working hands-on with clients inspired me to deepen my offerings by incorporating yoga\, empowering clients to invest in their well-being between sessions.\nIn 2021\, I completed my certification as a Wellness Coach—a natural evolution that honors the whole person. My approach is compassionate and client-centered\, rooted in the belief that the answers we seek often live within us.\nI live and work in Chamcook\, New Brunswick\, and I am registered with the College of Massage Therapists of New Brunswick (CMTNB). I have also been a proud member of the Association of New Brunswick Massage Therapists (ANBMT) since March 2011.\nhttps://www.facebook.com/HometoYouMassageYogaCoaching/\nREGISTER HERE: https://www.anbmt.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Listening-In-A-Course-in-Inner-Guidance-2026.pdf
URL:https://www.anbmt.ca/course/listening-in-a-course-in-inner-guidance/
LOCATION:12 hours of self-paced online work\, two one-on-one sessions totaling 2 hours\, and 6 hours of guided check-ins over a 12-week period
CATEGORIES:Refer to CMTNB CEU Policy
ORGANIZER;CN="Coralie Hopkins%2C Executive Director%2C ANBMT":MAILTO:anbmt@anbmt.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260920T173000
DTSTAMP:20260427T090229
CREATED:20260306T145955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T145955Z
UID:13016-1789808400-1789925400@www.anbmt.ca
SUMMARY:RAPID NeuroFascial Reset: Lower Body (IN-PERSON)
DESCRIPTION:Instructed by Sherry Routledge\, RMT\, & Rob Routledge\, RMT \nREGISTER HERE:  https://www.anbmt.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/RAPID-NFR-Lower-Body-2026-IN-PERSON.pdf \nRegistration Deadline:  August 29\, 2026\n \nDate:                         September 19-20\, 2026 (In-Person)                   Minimum: 10 participants  / Maximum: 20 participants \nTime:                         9:00am–5:30pm (AST) \nLocation:                 Chateau Saint John  \n                                    369 Rockland Road Saint John\, NB \nFee:  $850 (ANBMT Member)    *Non-Members may register directly on the RAPID website https://www.rapidnfr.com \n*This course is $997 OR $1\,046.87 (inclusive of 5% GST) when offered by RAPID-NFR.  \n(PAYMENT MUST ACCOMPANY REGISTRATION; RESERVATIONS NOT ACCEPTED) \nCEUs:                        14 hours (previously CMTNB Approved 2022 )\n\n*Student members are eligible to take this course. \nPreferred room rate: Chateau Saint John\, $149.00 + taxes (15% HST and 3.5% MAT) per day (2 queen beds)\, includes breakfast\, WIFI\, and free parking. A block of 10 rooms have been reserved. Book one month in advance to secure a room. Phone: 506-644-4444 Booking Reference: ANBMT Group.  \nCourse Details \nRAPID-NFR allows the practitioner a fast and effective method of treating the most complex musculoskeletal issues that therapists encounter. Our goal for this course is to not only give the practitioner a successful method of neurologically desensitizing the tissue but also increase their palpation skills and learn simple protocols to release and restore range of motion. \n“Well over half the people who seek out therapists do so because of pain. As therapists\, it is our job to ensure we help our clients resolve their pain quickly and effectively.” \nImmediate application–after your first weekend seminar\, you will be well-equipped to be able to deal efficiently with your client’s pain and range of motion concerns. You will have a new understanding of the central nervous system’s role in the release of tissue tightness and how to achieve those changes quickly and with the least effort possible. Your clients will notice immediate changes and your business will grow exponentially. \nCurious about just what you will learn at a RAPID NeuroFascial Reset course? \nUpon successful completion of this course\, participants will be able to palpate and stimulate the nervous system to alter tissue tension. Participants will also have a firm grasp of the neurological basis for fascial and muscular relaxation of the tissues and understand how to access the neurobiological system in which the fascial system communicates. Participants will also understand the role of injury in its relationship with inflammation\, tissue tightness\, neuromuscular control and muscle imbalance in regard to the motor control center; as well as how all of these can contribute to increased tissue tension and pain. Participants will also gain an advanced understanding of the mechanoreceptors of the fascia\, as well as a method of manipulation to affect the greatest changes in tissue tension\, tightness and foremost pain. \nWe hope you will join us!! \nWhat will you learn? \nLOWER BODY SEMINAR will cover; \n-Sciatica-Bursitis \n-Bunions \n-Plantar Fasciitis \n-Knee Pain \n-Quad and Hamstring Pulls \n-Low Back Pain \n-Sacroiliac Dysfunction \n-Shin Splints-Baker’s Cysts \n-Arthritic Joints \n-Pronation and Supination corrections \n-Pubic Symphysis Release and much more. \nSneak Peak…here is what you can expect when you register for this class and join the RAPID NATION…. \n*A fully illustrated\, 115-page manual. \n*Lifetime online access to our private Facebook group of nearly 1\,700 health care practitioners or every designation-for support\, questions\, trouble shooting and to share your successes. \n*Forever access to us- yes us\, for questions\, so you never feel alone in your education. We are here every step of the way for our students. \n*Lifetime access to our technique videos- to refer to and resource as often as you like. \n*Half price course recertifications\, because if you want to be the best at RAPID we want to make it easier for you to do that! \n*A frameable certificate of completion. \n*Approved CE Credits. \n*Use of our logo\, for your website and advertising to really set you apart from your competition. \nWho can take rapid?\nRAPID is open to all licensed health practitioners. It has been our experience that the hands-on portion of our system is best suited to those individuals who have hands on palpation and bodywork experience. \nWhat to Bring \n\nPortable massage table (1 per 2 participants)\nFull table set-up:\n\nSheets\nBlanket\nFace cradle cover (recommended)\nPillows or bolsters (optional)\nSanitation supplies\n\n\n\n\nComfortable\, loose-fitting clothing\nLunch\, snacks\, and water\nMassage oil\, lotion\, or preferred medium (optional)\n\nAbout the Instructors\n \nSherry Routledge\, RMT\, & Rob Routledge\, RMT\,\nWe are Canadian-based and trained\, registered massage therapists\, with over 40 years combined experience. Over the past 20 years we have built a thriving clinic in our small town\, where our patient list is bigger than the population (no we’re not kidding). We initially struggled\, but over time\, we started to excel. Over time\, our competitors started to send their difficult clients to us\, and they started to ask us to share what we were doing. So\, we did\, and now we want to share it with you. \nOur classes were created out of a strong passion\, a shared vision\, and a ceaseless commitment to making learning easily accessible from anywhere in the world. Founded in 2016\, our unique approach to teaching is designed to provide our students with the opportunity to get a hands-on education or the ability to learn anywhere in the world on their own time. \nREGISTER HERE:  https://www.anbmt.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/RAPID-NFR-Lower-Body-2026-IN-PERSON.pdf
URL:https://www.anbmt.ca/course/rapid-neurofascial-reset-lower-body-in-person/
LOCATION:Chateau Saint John  369 Rockland Road                                 Saint John\, N.B. E2K 3W3\, 369 Rockland Road \, N.B. E2K 3W3\, Saint John\, New Brunswick\, E2K 3W3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Refer to CMTNB CEU Policy
ORGANIZER;CN="Coralie Hopkins%2C Executive Director%2C ANBMT":MAILTO:anbmt@anbmt.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20261017T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20261018T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T090230
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T142340Z
UID:13000-1792238400-1792351800@www.anbmt.ca
SUMMARY:Evidence to Practice: Lower Back and Pelvic Pain
DESCRIPTION:Instructed by Eric Purves\, MSc\, RMT \nRegistration Deadline:  October 3\, 2026 \n\nREGISTER HERE: https://www.anbmt.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Evidence-to-Practice-Lower-Back-and-Pelvic-Pain-Science-2026.pdf \nDate:                October 17-18\, 2026 (2-day)        Maximum: 30 Participants          Minimum: 12 Participants \nLocation:           Live\, Online\, 14-hour online course delivered via the Zoom platform. \nTime:                         12:00pm­–7:30pm AST (Saturday–Sunday) \nFee:                  $350 (ANBMT Member) $450 (Non-Member) \n*If you were to enroll in this course directly through the instructor\, the course fee is $450 + 5% GST or $472.50 \n(PAYMENT MUST ACCOMPANY REGISTRATION; RESERVATIONS NOT ACCEPTED) \nCEUs:                14 hours  \n                        *Student members are eligible to take this certification.  \nCourse Description \nThis 2-day\, 14-hour course provides a practical\, clinically relevant approach to the assessment and management of acute and chronic low back and pelvic pain. Using an evidence-based framework\, participants will integrate current pain science with contemporary massage and manual therapy research to refine their clinical reasoning and support better treatment outcomes. Emphasis is placed on translating best evidence into hands-on care\, including massage therapy applications\, movement interventions\, and patient-centered communication. The course is designed to support clinicians in confidently applying their existing skills in a modern context to better support clients with complex and persistent pain presentations. \nLearning Outcomes \nUpon completion of this two-day course\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe and differentiate common clinical presentations of low back and pelvic pain\, including discogenic pain\, radiculopathy (sciatica)\, peripheral neuropathy\, strains\, sprains\, and viscerally referred pain.\nApply evidence-based assessment strategies to evaluate clients presenting with acute and chronic low back and pelvic pain within Registered Massage Therapist’s (RMT) scope of practice.\nIntegrate an evidence-based clinical reasoning framework into massage therapy assessment\, treatment planning\, and clinical decision-making.\nSelect and implement appropriate manual therapy interventions/techniques grounded in current pain science and manual therapy research.\nApply existing massage therapy skills confidently and appropriately within an evidence-based\, patient-centred framework.\nDistinguish the relative contributions of tissue health\, biomechanics\, sensory mechanisms\, and psychosocial factors to an individual’s pain experience.\nDemonstrate effective therapeutic communication strategies to support client understanding\, engagement\, and adherence.\nIncorporate movement-based strategies and modifications to enhance clinical outcomes and functional capacity.\nDevelop and implement self-management strategies to support long-term client outcomes and reduce recurrence.\n\nDay 1 \nIntroduction\, objectives\, expectations \nReview relevant anatomy/movements of the LB/pelvis \nFundamentals of pain science and evidence-based practice \nConcept of person-centered approach to chronic pain \nRisk factors and causes \nGroup discussion \nAssessment video demonstration and case studies focusing on mechanical pain \n  \nLunch Break \n  \nContraindications and precautions for treatment \nGroup discussion \nVideo demonstration and case studies \n  \nDay 2 \nReview and discussion day 1 \nCritical thinking discussion \nUnderstanding back and pelvic pain research \nLower back pain conditions (osteoarthritis\, discogenic pain\, radiculopathy/sciatica\, sacroiliac dysfunction\, strains and sprains) \nGroup discussion \nVideo demonstration and case studies \n  \nLunch Break \n  \nTreatment options \nIncorporating movement into treatment \nSelf-management strategies \nGroup discussion \nVideo demonstration in prone\, supine and side lying \nPutting it all together – final thoughts and discussion \nCourse Materials \n\nA PDF copy of the course slides will be provided to participants prior to the course start date.\nAssessment and treatment demonstration videos will be shared with all participants via email.\nPrior to the course launch on October 17\, 2026\, the instructor will provide login credentials and access instructions to all participants by email.\nCertificates of completion for participants (PDF).\n\nAbout the Instructor \nEric Purves\, MSc\, RMT\, is a registered massage therapist\, educator and researcher based in Victoria\, BC\, \nCanada. His clinical and educational focus is on the application of research evidence to inform best practices for the treatment and management of chronic pain and musculoskeletal concerns. He was a faculty member with Pain BC between 2016-2022 where he created and taught courses on chronic pain management. Eric runs his own online and in-person continuing education company where he teaches massage and manual therapists across the world. \nEric earned his Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Science from the University of British Columbia in 2019. His graduate work focused on the role of RMTs in the healthcare system and how to use evidence-based strategies to enhance the utilization of research evidence in curriculum development and education delivery. \nEric founded the Centre for Evidence-Based Education Inc. to support evidence-based clinical reasoning and to provide resources for learning. His website contains free resources such as podcasts\, videos\, research articles and blogs. https://thecebe.com \nREGISTER HERE: https://www.anbmt.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Evidence-to-Practice-Lower-Back-and-Pelvic-Pain-Science-2026.pdf
URL:https://www.anbmt.ca/course/evidence-to-practice-lower-back-and-pelvic-pain/
LOCATION:LIVE/ONLINE ZOOM PLATFORM
CATEGORIES:Refer to CMTNB CEU Policy
ORGANIZER;CN="Coralie Hopkins%2C Executive Director%2C ANBMT":MAILTO:anbmt@anbmt.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261102
DTSTAMP:20260427T090230
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T150955Z
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SUMMARY:RAPID NeuroFascial Reset: Upper Body (Online\, Self-Paced)
DESCRIPTION:Instructed by Sherry Routledge\, RMT\, & Rob Routledge\, RMT \nREGISTER HERE: https://www.anbmt.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/RAPID-NFR-UPPER-Body-SELF-PACEDOnline-2026.pdf \nRegistration Deadline:  October 18\, 2026\n \nDate:                         Course begins the first week of November 2026\, with a launch date of November 1. \nThere is no minimum or maximum enrollment. \nLocation:                 Self-Paced (Learn at your pace ONLINE!)  \nFee:                           $500  (ANBMT Member) *Non-Members can register on the RAPID website https://www.rapidnfr.com \n                                    *There is a 2-year time limit for access to the class (you have 2 years to complete the course!) \nThis course is $732 (including 5% HST) when offered by RAPID-NFR – that’s over $200 in savings!      \n(PAYMENT MUST ACCOMPANY REGISTRATION; RESERVATIONS NOT ACCEPTED) \nCEUs:                        15 hours (previously CMTNB approved 2022)\n*Student members are eligible to take this course.     \nCourse Details \n\nFormat:Self-paced online course delivered via Zoom.\nAccess:Students have 2 years to complete the course.\nOngoing Resources:After two years\, participants retain lifetime access to technique videos for reference and practice.\nCourse Materials:A fully illustrated 115-page manual (PDF).\nCertification:Participants will receive a PDF certificate of completion upon finishing the course.\n\nRAPID-NFR allows the practitioner a fast and effective method of treating the most complex musculoskeletal issues that therapists encounter. Our goal for this course is to not only give the practitioner a successful method of neurologically desensitizing the tissue but also increase their palpation skills and learn simple protocols to release and restore range of motion. \n“Well over half the people who seek out therapists do so because of pain. As therapists\, it is our job to ensure we help our clients resolve their pain quickly and effectively.” \nImmediate application–after your first weekend seminar\, you will be well-equipped to be able to deal efficiently with your client’s pain and range of motion concerns. You will have a new understanding of the central nervous system’s role in the release of tissue tightness and how to achieve those changes quickly and with the least effort possible. Your clients will notice immediate changes and your business will grow exponentially. \nCurious about just what you will learn at a RAPID NeuroFascial Reset course? \nUpon successful completion of this course\, participants will be able to palpate and stimulate the nervous system to alter tissue tension. Participants will also have a firm grasp of the neurological basis for fascial and muscular relaxation of the tissues and understand how to access the neurobiological system in which the fascial system communicates. Participants will also understand the role of injury in its relationship with inflammation\, tissue tightness\, neuromuscular control and muscle imbalance in regard to the motor control center; as well as how all of these can contribute to increased tissue tension and pain. Participants will also gain an advanced understanding of the mechanoreceptors of the fascia\, as well as a method of manipulation to affect the greatest changes in tissue tension\, tightness and foremost pain. We hope you will join us! \nWhat will you learn? \nComplete neurological-based protocols to reduce tension in muscles\, nerves\, tendons and ligaments of the upper body. Which will include protocols for: \nUPPER BODY SEMINAR \n\nMigraines/headaches\nFrozen shoulder\nGolfer’s and tennis elbow\nBack pain\nWhiplash\nTMJ\nVertigo and Tinnitus\nArthritic Joints\nCarpal Tunnel\nNerve releases\nNumbness and tingling\nAnd\, much more.\n\nWho can take rapid?\nRAPID is open to all licensed health practitioners. It has been our experience that the hands-on portion of our system is best suited to those individuals who have hands on palpation and bodywork experience. \nHere is what you can expect when you join the RAPID NATION\, each RAPID class has… \n*Over 15 hours of video content and 115 technique videos to cover the treatment of many common pain conditions from back pain and sciatica to migraine headaches. \n*Lifetime online access to our private Facebook group of nearly 1000 health care practitioners or every designation-for support\, questions\, trouble shooting and to share your successes. \n*Forever access to us- yes us\, for questions\, so you never feel alone in your education. We are here every step of the way for our students. \n* A Free listing in our worldwide directory\, to get you noticed and found by people looking specifically for RAPID Therapists. https://www.rapidnfr.com \n*Half price course recertifications\, because if you want to be the best at RAPID\, we want to make it easier for you to do that! \n*Use of our logo\, for your website and advertising to really set you apart from your competition. \n*Upon registration an email will be sent to you with your teachable login information. Happy RAPID-ING! \nWhat to bring \n\nIt is preferable if the student has a “body” to practice on\, but you can certainly run through the course and then practice afterward.\nThe class starts with a 4-hour lecture\, so a “body” is not required.\n\nAbout the Instructors\n \nSherry Routledge\, RMT\, & Rob Routledge\, RMT\,\nWe are Canadian-based and trained\, registered massage therapists\, with over 40 years combined experience. Over the past 20 years we have built a thriving clinic in our small town\, where our patient list is bigger than the population (no we’re not kidding). We initially struggled\, but over time\, we started to excel. Over time\, our competitors started to send their difficult clients to us\, and they started to ask us to share what we were doing. So\, we did\, and now we want to share it with you. \nOur classes were created out of a strong passion\, a shared vision\, and a ceaseless commitment to making learning easily accessible from anywhere in the world. Founded in 2016\, our unique approach to teaching is designed to provide our students with the opportunity to get a hands-on education or the ability to learn anywhere in the world on their own time. \nREGISTER HERE: https://www.anbmt.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/RAPID-NFR-UPPER-Body-SELF-PACEDOnline-2026.pdf
URL:https://www.anbmt.ca/course/rapid-neurofascial-reset-upper-body-online-self-paced/
LOCATION:Self-Paced (Learn at your pace ONLINE!)
CATEGORIES:Refer to CMTNB CEU Policy
ORGANIZER;CN="Coralie Hopkins%2C Executive Director%2C ANBMT":MAILTO:anbmt@anbmt.ca
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SUMMARY:Advanced Post-Operative Manual therapy for the Massage Therapist:  Scar Management\, Manual Lymphatic Drainage\, and Clinical Considerations in Orthopedic\, Plastic Surgery\, and Medically Complex Patients
DESCRIPTION:Instructed by Carmen Recupero\, MBA\, LPTA\, CMT\, CLT-LANA\, WCC \nLicensed Physical Therapist Assistant and Certified Massage Therapist\, Certified Wound Therapist \nRegister Here: .https://www.anbmt.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Advanced-Post-Operative-Manual-therapy-for-the-Massage-Therapist-2026.pdf \nRegistration Deadline:  January 16\, 2027 \nDate:                         January 30-31\, 2027 (2 days)              Minimum: 8 Participants / Maximum: 30 Participants\nTime:                         9:00am-5:30pm AST (45-minute lunch break) \nLocation:                 Live\, Virtual-Online with Demonstration \nFee:                           $475 (ANBMT Member)                        $575 (Non-Member)\n*If you were to enroll in this course directly through the instructor\, the course fee is $549 USD (Approx. $750 CAD) \n(PAYMENT MUST ACCOMPANY REGISTRATION; RESERVATIONS NOT ACCEPTED) \nCEUs:  15 hours\n*Day 1 will serve as a comprehensive refresher for participants who completed the Practical Applications of Lymphatic Drainage course in June 2024. \n*Student members in the final phase of massage therapy training\, with foundational anatomy and physiology knowledge\, are eligible to enroll in this certification. \n  \nCourse Description\nThis advanced two-day course is designed for licensed massage therapists seeking to safely and effectively work with post-operative clients\, including those recovering from orthopedic surgery\, plastic and reconstructive surgery\, oncology-related procedures\, and medically complex conditions. \nThe course expands upon foundational manual lymphatic drainage principles and introduces post-operative scar massage\, tissue remodeling strategies\, edema management\, fibrosis prevention\, and clinical red-flag recognition. Emphasis is placed on clinical reasoning\, scope-appropriate intervention\, contraindications\, and interdisciplinary collaboration. \nParticipants will learn how to adapt manual techniques across surgical timelines\, recognize complications requiring medical referral\, and modify treatment plans based on surgical type\, healing stage\, comorbidities\, and physician restrictions. \nTarget Audience & Prerequisites\nTarget Audience:\n• Registered Massage Therapists\n• Massage Therapists working in medical\, post-surgical\, oncology\, or rehabilitation-adjacent settings \nAdvanced Standing: Massage therapists who have previously completed a foundational manual lymphatic drainage course may be eligible for advanced standing. Day 1 will provide a comprehensive refresher for participants who completed the Practical Applications of Lymphatic Drainage course in June 2024. Day 2 will focus on post-operative applications\, scar management\, and more complex clinical presentations. \nLearning Objectives\nUpon completion of this course\, participants will be able to: \n\nExplain the physiological principles of post-operative edema\, inflammation\, lymphatic load\, and scar formation.\nIdentify normal versus abnormal post-surgical healing responses.\nDemonstrate safe\, scope-appropriate manual lymphatic drainage techniques for post-operative clients.\nApply scar massage and tissue-mobilization strategies appropriate to surgical stage and tissue healing.\nModify manual techniques for orthopedic\, plastic surgery\, oncology-related\, and medically complex cases.\nRecognize post-operative complications requiring referral\, including infection\, seroma\, hematoma\, DVT risk\, and delayed wound healing.\nIntegrate physician guidelines\, surgical precautions\, and interdisciplinary communication into treatment planning.\nEstablish safe treatment boundaries and documentation practices consistent with massage therapy scope of practice.\n\nDetailed Course Outline\nDAY 1 – Foundations & Manual Lymphatic Drainage (7.5 hours) \n(Required unless advanced standing is granted) \nSection 1: Post-Operative Physiology Overview \n\nLymphatic A&P\nLymphatic Pathology\nInflammatory cascade and surgical trauma\nLymphatic load following surgery\nEdema vs. swelling vs. fibrosis\nSurgical timelines and tissue healing phases\n\nSection 2: Manual Lymphatic Drainage Review \n\nLymphatic anatomy relevant to post-surgical care\nIndications and contraindications\nPressure\, pacing\, and direction of flow\nProximal clearing concepts\n\nSection 3: Clinical Application of MLD \n\nPost-orthopedic surgery considerations (joint replacement\, arthroscopy)\nPost-plastic surgery considerations (abdominoplasty\, liposuction\, breast procedures)\nOncology-related surgical considerations\nCase examples and modifications\n\nDAY 2 – Scar Massage\, Complications & Complex Cases (7.5 hours) \nSection 4: Scar Formation & Tissue Remodeling \n\nTypes of scars (hypertrophic\, adherent\, fibrotic)\nTiming of scar intervention\nTissue behavior under manual load\n\nPlastic Surgery–Specific Content Includes: \n\nCommon procedures encountered by massage therapists:\n\nAbdominoplasty (tummy tuck)\nLiposuction (including fibrosis risk)\nBreast procedures (augmentation\, reduction\, reconstruction)\nFacial and neck cosmetic surgery\n\n\nPost- surgery edema patterns and lymphatic load\nSafe timing for manual intervention post-surgery\nScar maturation and fibrosis prevention strategies\nCompression garments: purpose\, precautions\, and therapist considerations\nRed flags specific to cosmetic and reconstructive surgery (seroma\, hematoma\, delayed healing)\nScope-appropriate communication with surgeons and post-op clinic\n\nSection 5: Scar Massage Techniques \n\nSuperficial and progressive scar mobilization\nDirectional loading and tissue glide\nIntegrating lymphatic principles into scar work\nWhat not to do: common mistakes and risks\n\nSection 6: Post-Operative Complications \n\nSeromas\, hematomas\, infection warning signs\nDVT and vascular red flags\nNerve irritation and sensory changes\nWhen to stop treatment and refer\n\nSection 7: Medically Complex Clients \n\nDiabetes\, autoimmune disease\, cancer history underlying surgical procedures\nRadiation and surgical tissue considerations\nMedications affecting healing and bruising\nFatigue\, pain\, and nervous system considerations\n\nSection 8: Professional Practice & Scope \n\nScope of practice boundaries\nCommunication with physicians and clinics\nDocumentation basics for post-op clients\nEthical considerations and informed consent\n \n\nClinical Scope\, Safety & Risk Language\nThis course does not train massage therapists to diagnose medical conditions\, alter surgical protocols\, or replace medical care. All techniques taught are within the recognized scope of massage therapy and are intended to complement\, not substitute for\, medical treatment. \nParticipants are instructed to follow all physician guidelines\, recognize contraindications\, and refer clients to appropriate healthcare providers when complications are suspected. \nAssessment & Completion\nCertificate of Completion Requirements: \n\nFull attendance of registered course day(s)\nParticipation in practical demonstrations or lab/practice/homework\nCompletion of post-course knowledge check or evaluation\n\nCourse Materials \n\nA comprehensive course manual (PDF) will be provided via email a few days prior to the start of the class for distribution to registered participants\, allowing attendees the option to print their own copy if desired or access digitally on a personal device.\nCertificate of Completion\nA PDF certificate will be emailed to participants within one week of course completion. Certificates will reflect total contact hours completed and note advanced standing\, where applicable.\n\nWhat to Bring \n\nWear or bring loose-fitting.\nA mat and blanket (or portable massage table and linens if you prefer).\nComfortable clothing for the lab portion.\nThe course will be conducted through the Zoom platform\, ensuring a seamless learning experience.\nParticipants can expect to receive comprehensive course details five days prior to the start date for optimal preparation.\nAdditionally\, PDF versions of the course presentation and curated links to supplementary videos will be provided for continued learning.\n\n\nAbout the Instructor \nCarmen Recupero\, MBA\, LPTA\, CMT\, CLT-LANA\, is a licensed physical therapist assistant and certified massage therapist with a specialty certification in lymphatic therapy. She currently provides inpatient and outpatient lymphatic therapy to clients with a variety of diagnoses through her practice\, Lymphatic Care Specialists\, LLC\, and teaches Lymphatic Pathology at the Blue Ridge School of Massage in Blacksburg\, Virginia. \n  \nShe holds an MBA from Darden\, UVA\, Bachelor of Science in Health Care Management from California College of Health Sciences in National City\, California\, and an Associate of Science in Physical Therapy (Magna Cum Laude) from Jefferson College of Health Sciences in Roanoke\, Virginia. She completed a 140-hour certification course in Manual Lymphatic Drainage and Complex Decongestive Physiotherapy through the Upledger Institute and has extensive experience in Foeldii\, Chikly\, Vodder and Upledger methods. She integrates the techniques in her approach. \n  \nCarmen has worked in a variety of health care settings over the last 14 years\, both as a clinical therapist and in administration. Carmen has conducted national and international presentations on the prevention and management of lymphedema in cancer patients and on the development of lymphedema programs in acute and outpatient care. To learn more about Monarch Consulting and Education\, please visit her website\, https://www.monarchce.com. \n  \nThey offer full CLT\, Certified Lymphedema Therapist certifications as well as Neurolymphatic and Integrative Oncology certifications and Lipedema courses \nRegister Here: .https://www.anbmt.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Advanced-Post-Operative-Manual-therapy-for-the-Massage-Therapist-2026.pdf
URL:https://www.anbmt.ca/course/advanced-post-operative-manual-therapy-for-the-massage-therapist-scar-management-manual-lymphatic-drainage-and-clinical-considerations-in-orthopedic-plastic-surgery-and-medically-complex-patient/
LOCATION:Live\, Virtual-Online 15 HOURSwith Demonstration
CATEGORIES:Refer to CMTNB CEU Policy
ORGANIZER;CN="Coralie Hopkins%2C Executive Director%2C ANBMT":MAILTO:anbmt@anbmt.ca
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