Active Release Techniques (ART): Advanced Full Body Level 2

Advanced Full Body Level 2 is eligible for 7.5 contact hours.

Chiropractors
Continuing education (CE) credit for Chiropractors in attendance of ART seminars is administered by the Northeast College of Health Sciences (Northeast College). You can access all Chiropractic approvals for ART Advanced Full Body Level 2 seminars here: Northeast College of Health Sciences: Advanced Full Body Level 2

Physical Therapists
See the list of approved states/boards under the “Available Course Credits” in the "Overview" tab.
*Alabama, Idaho, Iowa, North Carolina, Oregon, South Dakota, Washington, and Wyoming do not require preapproval.
*Maine does not have Continuing Education requirements.
ART does not have preapproval from New York. A certificate of attendance will be provided to all attendees following the seminar.

Athletic Trainers/Therapists, Massage Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Acupuncturists:
See the list of approved states/boards under the “Available Course Credits” in the "Overview" tab.

• Differentiate between two structures that are adjacent to or overlayed in the human body when asked to perform palpation and an ART treatment protocol.


• Properly explain to the patient the active/passive motion required to shorten and lengthen a muscle from its anatomical position based upon the ART protocol selected for treatment.


• Properly assess a patient’s condition using ART’s Diagnostic Algorithm.


• Properly select treatment protocols which help to reduce pain, improve ROM, and restore function for a patient/client to return to ADL, sport, or other desired activity outcome.


• Properly perform treatment protocols which help to reduce pain, improve ROM, and restore function for a patient/client to return to ADL, sport, or other desired activity outcome.


• Properly perform an appropriate ART protocol to treat a patient with decreased range of motion.


• Paraphrase Relative Motion and how it pertains to ART treatment.


• Interpret Single-loop Negative Feedback and how it pertains to ART treatment.


• Recite the four basic components of ART treatment protocols.


• Recognize common symptom patterns of neuromuscular injuries and disorders.


• Summarize the cellular response to ARTR treatment on soft tissue structures.


• Compare healthy and unhealthy tissue utilizing hands-on palpation techniques.


• Recite the physiological methodology of ART’s Diagnostic Algorithm.

Prerequisites:
Eligible healthcare professional license or a student enrolled in a program resulting in such license (Doctor of Chiropractic, Physical Therapist/Physical Therapy Assistant, Occupational Therapist/Occupational Therapy Assistant, Athletic Trainer/Therapist, Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse, Medical/Osteopathic Doctor, Physiotherapist, Massage Therapist, Acupuncturist, Podiatrist).

Certification in each of the following seminars (Full Body Level 1 certification):

• Lower Extremity Level 1
• Spine Level 1
• Upper Extremity Level 1
• Lower Extremity Level 2
• Spine Level 2
• Upper Extremity Level 2

Seminar Schedule
ART Seminars consist of 80% or more hands-on practice and training, with attendees receiving immediate feedback from instructors and other attendees.

• 8:00 AM-12:00 PM: Protocol Review
• 1:00 PM-5:00 PM: Protocol Review

Seminar Completion:
All attendees must be present for the full instructional portion (7.5 contact hours) and pass both the written pre-credentialing exam and in-person practical exam to successfully complete the seminar.

Included with registration

• ARTMan: Our iPad and web-based application includes a digital version of our manual plus exclusive video demonstrations of the protocols. ARTMan can be linked with the Visible Body Suite App (separate purchase) for more in-depth study. ARTMan is exclusively available to active ART Certified Providers.
• Paper Manual: Optional paper manual. (Free for attendees registering as New Certification/Student. Available as an additional purchase for Recertification attendees.)

Appropriate attire:

• Most of our seminars consist of hands-on practice on attendees. Wear clothing which allows for ease of movement so that fellow attendees may easily palpate and practice protocols on you. Athletic attire, shorts, yoga pants, t-shirts, joggers, athletic polo shirts and tops are most appropriate.

Testing:

• Recertification attendees will test during the seminar on six protocols.

Miscellaneous:

• Portable tables: At most seminars outside of Colorado Springs, we ask that attendees bring a portable table, if possible. As an incentive, you will be entered into a raffle for a $900 credit toward your next ART seminar if you bring a table. Look for more information in our post-registration emails.

Special Discounts:
ART provides discounts for current and recently graduated students as well as current and former military members.
Current and Former Military members may receive 10% off all seminars. Use code MILITARY10 at checkout. You will be asked to provide proof of military service after checkout.

Cancellation and Refund Policy
Review ART's Cancellation, Return and Seminar Transfer Policy and ART's Grievance Policy in their entirety here.

Participants may file a complaint by telephone or email:

Telephone #: (719) 634-7463
Email: info@activerelease.com

Financial Disclosures
The following third-party products may be discussed during the seminar: Kinetisense 3D Motion Capture Software Application (the "App"). Purchase of the App is not required. Product discussion is for informational purposes only, to inform attendees of the nature and availability of the App and its potential use and benefits in practice. ART may receive referral compensation from Kinetisense, but no employee, officer, or agent of ART will sell or attempt to sell the App directly to attendees.

Special Needs/Accommodations Requests
For more information and special needs requests, please contact: info@activerelease.com