WHAT IS PFRIMMER DEEP MUSCLE THERAPY^® (PDMT)?  

Over the past 50 years, Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy® has served as a most comprehensive form of corrective bodywork.  Pfrimmer is unique in its ability to perform cellular detoxification, cellular regeneration and comprehensive intricate tissue release.

 

Pfrimmer’s total body approach to the study of corrective muscle therapy provides a basic and solid foundation upon which to build customized treatment plans for clientele covering the broadest range of conditions.  (See the April 1998 issue of Massage Magazine)  In our observation over the years it has been noted that the results of MFR, NMT, PRT, and chiropractic have been greatly enhanced by incorporating these excellent techniques into the total body Pfrimmer format. Comprehension, versatility, confidence and creativity for the student are enhanced when they understand the holistic, total body approach to the corrective bodywork concept (Also, see the book “Healing Your Child” by Dr. Barry Gillespie.)

 

The Pfrimmer program has been offered successfully as a post graduate course for doctors, PT’s, chiropractors, and eligible massage therapists for many years. It is definitely the serious student of massage who is drawn to the Pfrimmer work. So it is our hope that providing the Pfrimmer education program in more schools around the country and around the world will enhance both the individual professional and the health of the public receiving the benefit of this unique treatment.  It has been our goal to make the education more readily accessible to the students and clients in their own locale.

 

Pfrimmer Therapy was developed by Thérèse C. Pfrimmer, a physiotherapist who reversed her own paralysis in the 1940’s.  Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy (PDMT) is a highly refined system of corrective treatment designed to aid in the restoration of damaged muscles and soft tissue in the entire body. Using a specific series of cross-tissue movements applied to muscles, a fully trained PDM Therapist concentrates on all layers of muscle that have become depleted of their normal blood and lymphatic flow.  It has been proven valuable in prevention as well as correction of many serious conditions. To name a few: ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease), Lupus, TMJ Syndrome, Strokes, Scoliosis, Multiple Sclerosis and Fibromyalgia.

 

More information may be obtained through the Pfrimmer Institute web site: www.piforcmt.com or the International Association of Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapists: www.pfrimmer.com

 

Pfrimmer Therapists will be needed for a National Institute of Health (NIH) Research Project in Texas!    Completion of the course qualifies graduates for NCTMB continuing education credits.  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 with local Pfrimmer Therapists.  There are currently 28 Pfrimmer Therapists in Texas, and we need more!

 

Level 1 is an advanced intensive course comprised of four 20-hour weekend segments, 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:  You must be a Registered Massage Therapist, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, R.N., M.D., or other medical professional.

 

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS:

P101 MSSG2000 Weekend – Theory, History, Body Mechanics, Rationale of Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy  with Technique for Hands, Arms, Neck, Head and Face.

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)

 

Pfrimmer Level 1 - Fall 2005 Schedule

P101 - August 25, 26, 27, 2005

P102 - September 22, 23, 24, 2005

P103 - October 20, 21, 22, 2005

P104 - November 17, 18, 19, 2005

 

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

 

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

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

Total cost for Level 1 = $2100.00 (plus Austin Community College insurance fee). 

 

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT the instructor:

Janine Ray, a Certified Pfrimmer Instructor and an independent contractor for the Pfrimmer Institute of Corrective Muscle Therapy, Ltd. in Oaks, Pennsylvania was personally mentored by Victoria Ross.  She has been a therapist since 1984 and teaching this technique in Texas since 2001.  You can contact the Pfrimmer Institute to arrange for the classes to be taught at your school if you don't want to travel : (Jeff Mann - jmann@...).

 

Janine Ray, RMT#924, MTI#822

www.northaustinmassage.com

North Austin Massage Therapy

12741 Research Blvd., Suite #506

Austin, TX 78759

(512) 331-5922

Email: info@...

 

Austin Community College Contact: 

Alex Matthews (512) 223-7583.

Email: amatthew@...

 

Texas needs massage therapists that are trained in medical massage!

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