Please contact me if you are interested in registering for the PFRIMMER DEEP MUSCLE THERAPY^® program this year.  There is a pre-class packet of information you will need.  The class dates and descriptions for the Medical Massage program at Austin Community College are below. The first Pfrimmer Level 1 (P101) Class is January 26-28, 2006.  The college is closed on January 16th, so please don't wait until the last minute to try to register. 

Janine Ray, RMT, MTI, PDMT Instructor

(512) 331-5922

janine@...

North Austin Massage Therapy

12741 Research Blvd., Suite 506

Austin, TX 78759

 

WHAT IS PFRIMMER DEEP MUSCLE THERAPY^®?  

PDMT is a highly refined system of corrective treatment using a specific series of soft tissue movements designed to aid in the restoration of damaged muscles and the adjacent soft tissue in the entire body.  It is the art and science of correcting damaged muscles.   It serves as a foundation for corrective bodywork.  Pfrimmer Therapy, which was developed by Thérèse C. Pfrimmer, a physiotherapist who reversed her own paralysis in the 1940’s.   If you have clients that need more help than you can offer with your current skills, Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy is a technique that can equip you.  Pfrimmer Therapists will be needed for an National Institute of Health (NIH) Research Project in Texas!    For more info on Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy go to www.piforcmt.com.   Class size is limited and classes must be taken in sequence.  Traveling from the other end of the State?...let us know...we may be able to help you find accommodations.

 

Level 1 is an advanced intensive which will provide the foundation for understanding and correcting muscle/soft tissue aberrations through palpation, conceptual theory, and specific, detailed, corrective cross fiber strokes for the whole body. The course covers theory, technique, practice, pathology, history, professionalism, contraindications, small business practices and ethics. (see individual class descriptions below)  Lecture, audiovisual aids, student notebook, charts and critical thinking discussions are utilized. Close individual guidance accompanies the 80-hour hands-on workshop. The certification program provides a full scope of learning to perform basic and advanced Pfrimmer corrective work. 

Prerequisite: Must be a Registered or Licensed Massage Therapist, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, R.N., M.D., or other medical professional.

 

Completion of the course qualifies graduates for NCTMB continuing education credits.  Austin Community College (ACC) will provide CE credit certificates following each 20-hour segment that satisfies TX Department of State Health Services CE requirements. 

 

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS:

P101 MSSG2000 Weekend – Theory, History, Body Mechanics, Rationale of Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy  with Technique for Hands, Arms, Neck, Head and Face. (Prerequisite: LMT, PT, OT, RN or Medical Professional)

 

P102 MSSG2000 Weekend - Neuromuscular Considerations of PDMT Corrective Work; Pfrimmer Troubleshooting Keys; Review of Nervous System, Plexus and Anatomy; Pathology Review of 50 Common Conditions treated by PDMT; and Technique for Chest, Abdomen, Back and Back of Neck. (Prerequisite: P101)

 

P103 MSSG2000 Weekend– How PDMT affects Body Systems; How to Address the handicapped Client; Protocol and Charting; Legal Considerations; and Technique for the Anterior Legs and Posterior Legs. (Prerequisite: P102)

 

P104 MSSG2000 Weekend – Written and Practical Exams; Introduction to Pfrimmer Second Pass Work; Timing; the Clinical Process; Special Pfrimmer Applications; Professional Ethics & Small Business Practices; Graduation and Diploma. (Prerequisite: P103)

 

Spring 2006 - Pfrimmer Level 1

P101 January 26, 27, 28, 2006

P102 February 23, 24, 25, 2006

P103 March 30, 31, April 1, 2006

P104 April 27, 28, 29, 2006

 

Fall 2006 - Pfrimmer Level 1

P101 August 17, 18, 19, 2006

P102 September 14, 15, 16, 2006

P103 October 12, 13, 14, 2006

P104 November 9, 10, 11, 2006

 

Summer 2006 - Pfrimmer Level 2 (Advanced Level)

Prerequisite: Pfrimmer Level 1 Graduate

P201 June 22, 23, 24, 2006

P202 July 20, 21, 22, 2006

 

TIMES FOR ALL SESSIONS

Thursday Evenings:  5:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Fridays:        8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Saturdays:   9:00 am – 6:00 pm

These classes are held at the Riverside Campus of ACC.

 

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

Each 20-Hour Weekend course is now only $525.00 per session in Texas (plus ACC insurance fee).  

Texas needs massage therapists that are trained in medical massage!

 

REGISTRATION IS LIMITED – MAXIMUM OF 12 STUDENTS PER CLASS- SO CALL NOW!

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT

ACC Contact:  Alex Matthews (512) 223-7583.

Email: amatthew@...

Registration is now available online at www.austincc.edu/ce. 

After registering, please contact Janine to receive the Introductory packet or if you have any questions.