Lower Extremity Level 1 - ART Europe
Description
ART Lower Extremity Level 1 provides evidence-based instruction of the necessary skills to detect and treat soft-tissue anomalies and dysfunctions of the feet, ankles, legs, knees, hips, and the surrounding structures. Throughout the seminar, attendees review the muscle and soft-tissue structures of the lower extremities, and how to evaluate and appropriately treat the disorders using the ART Diagnostic Algorithm and 62 manual protocols. Lower Extremity Level 1 techniques can be used to treat a broad list of dysfunctions, including runner's knee, shin splints, plantar fasciitis, and other soft-tissue dysfunctions.
ART seminars require an intermediate to expert understanding of musculoskeletal anatomy. We suggest that providers register at least four to six weeks in advance to allow time for self-study of the seminar curriculum materials. In addition, we highly recommend that student attendees complete at least one semester of gross anatomy prior to attending a seminar.
ART seminars provide a hybrid learning model with online modules and in-person training. Attendees are expected to complete online preparatory materials consisting of a review of gross anatomy, ART treatment methodology, protocol instructions, and a pre-credentialing exam. During the in-person portion of the seminar, attendees work alongside instructors and other attendees to practice palpation and treatment protocols. On the final seminar day, each attendee will demonstrate his/her skills through a 20-30 minute practical exam to determine if they meet minimum certification requirements to employ ART treatment to patients.
Learning Objectives
- Recite the four basic components of ART treatment protocols.
- Summarize the cellular response to ART treatment on soft-tissue structures.
- Compare healthy and unhealthy tissue utilizing hands-on palpation techniques.
- Identify a muscle or soft-tissue texture, tension, movement and function through palpation and patient assessment.
- Palpate 62 anatomical soft-tissue structures within the lower extremity, using an appropriate tension, depth, and motion to properly perform the treatment protocol.
Course Procedure
Day 1 Instruction: 10:00 to 17:00
Day 2 Instruction: 8:00 to 17:00
Day 3 Instruction: 8:00 to 12:00
Day 3 Testing: 13:00 to 17:00
(Each attendee will test on 6-10 protocols during a 20 or 30-minute time slot on test day (please plan travel accordingly).
Course Content
| Professional License Info & ART Policy Reqments - ART Eur LE1 | Module | ||
| Welcome & Introductions | Module | ||
| Anterior Lower Leg | Module | ||
| Lateral Lower Leg | Module | ||
| Posterior Lower Leg | Module | ||
| Foot and Ankle | Module | ||
| Knee | Module | ||
| Anterior/Medial Upper Leg | Module | ||
| Posterior Upper Leg | Module | ||
| Hip | Module | ||
| Diagnostic Algorithm | Module | ||
| Pre-Credentialing Exam (LE1) | Module | ||
| In-Person Attendance Verification | Module | ||
| Post Seminar Evaluation - ART Europe | Module | ||
| Hands-On Practical Exam | Module |
Registration Types:
New Certification: For registrants who have never taken this seminar.
Recertification: For registrants who have previously taken this seminar.
Student/Recent Graduate: For full-time students enrolled in a college, university, or a certificate program working toward a healthcare practitioner degree with state or national licensure/accreditation, OR for recent graduates from such a program within the last 12 months.
Seminar Fees:
* New Certification: $1,999
** Recertification: $999
* Student/Recent Graduate: 40% off New Certification Price
* A paper manual is complimentary and included for New Certification/Recent Graduate registrants when requested during the post-registration questionnaire.
** A replacement manual is available for purchase for Recertification registrants.
Early Bird Pricing:
* New Certification: $1,799
** Recertification: $899
* Student/Recent Graduate: 40% off New Certification Price
The price listed above in the upper right-hand box will reflect Early Bird Pricing if today's date is at least three months before the seminar start date.
ART Seminars consist of 80% or more hands-on practice and training, with attendees receiving immediate feedback from instructors and other attendees.
Seminar Language
This seminar will be taught in English. (Se il seminario si svolge in Italia, un docente sarà disponibile per presentare il corso in italiano.)
Seminar Schedule
Day 1:
- 10:00 AM-12:00 PM: Protocol Review
- 1:00 PM-5:00 PM: Protocol Review
Day 2:
- 8:00 AM-12:00 PM: Protocol Review
- 1:00 PM-5:00 PM: Protocol Review
Day 3:
- 8:00 AM-12:00 PM: Protocol Review
- 1:00 PM-5:00 PM: Testing
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 on six to ten protocols and are welcome to test after the seminar's instruction is completed. They can decide during the seminar.
- New Certification attendees (including Students) will test on six to ten protocols, which will take no more than 20 minutes. Attendees should plan to arrive no less than 15 minutes before their scheduled practical test.
Miscellaneous:
- Portable tables: At designated seminars we ask attendees to bring a portable treatment table. As an incentive, you will receive a $100 credit toward your next ART seminar, Look for more information in our post-registration emails.
Special Discounts:
ART provides discounts for current and recently graduated students.
Students who are currently enrolled in an academic program or who have graduated within the past 12 months are eligible for 40% off the New Certification seminar price. Please use code ARTEurStudentDiscount at checkout. Students will be asked to upload proof of eligibility (current class schedule, diploma with graduation date, etc) after checkout.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Review ART's Cancellation, Return and Seminar Transfer Policy and ART's Grievance Policy in their entirety here.
Grievance Policy
Active Release Techniques will provide participants with the ability to raise any complaints or concerns they may have.
While Active Release Techniques attempts to assure fair treatment of all participants, we recognize grievances that may require intervention. Grievances are handled in the following manner:
Participants may file a complaint by telephone or email:
Special Needs/Accommodations Requests
For more information and special needs requests, please contact: info@activereleaseeur.com
- Early Bird Pricing - Register three months before a seminar begins, and you will receive $200 off a New Certification price or $100 off a Recertification price. The price listed above in the upper right-hand box will reflect Early Bird Pricing if today’s date is at least three months before the seminar start date.
- Bring-a-Colleague - Invite a colleague to their first ART Europe seminar, and you will both receive a 20% refund on your registration fees. Simply answer the Bring-a-Colleague refund questions in the post-registration questionnaire. The questionnaire begins after submitting your registration payment. This promotion cannot be combined with other discounts.
- Referral Credit - Refer new registrants to their first ART Europe seminar, and you will receive a $100 credit for each referral to use for a future seminar.
- Table Credit - Unless a seminar is held at a clinic, we often need attendees to bring their portable treatment tables for the course. If you bring your portable treatment table to a designated seminar, you will receive a $100 credit for use on a future seminar.
- Three Classes in 12 Months, Fourth is 50% off - Take three ART Europe seminars in a 12-month period, and the fourth ART Europe seminar is 50% off if taken within the next 12 months from the third seminar. The Full Body class and private classes do not qualify for this offer. Paper manuals are not included in the free course.
- On-site registrations - If you are attending an ART Europe seminar and know you are going to sign-up for a future seminar, use code, "EUROPA*DSCT" within one week from the end of the seminar to receive 10% off.
- Professional Affiliations - ART Europe has worked with the following organizations to provide a 10% discount on seminar fees. Use the applicable code below and have proof of your current membership ready to share with ART Europe. If your organization is not listed but wants to be, send a request to info@activereleaseeur.com.
- British Chiropractic Association: Use Code, "24BCA25ARTE"
- Royal College of Chiropractors: Use Code, "*RCC^NC"
- Private Classes - ART Europe can provide private courses for clinics or organizations that want to host a course. Private classes can result in lower costs per person. Contact info@activereleaseeur.com for more information.