Take care of your body while you take care of others<\/strong><\/p>\n As a practitioner, your own body<\/strong> is your most important tool<\/strong>. This course provides you with the strategies you need to work effectively, pain-free, and sustainably, so you can deliver top-quality care to your clients year after year. <\/p>\n You will learn:<\/strong><\/p>\n Optimal bed and body position<\/strong> Power Without Strain<\/strong> With proper ergonomics, you\u2019ll work smarter, not harder, and create a career that lasts as long as your passion for your profession.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Clinical Guidelines (optional)” closed_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” icon_color=”#FFFFFF” use_icon_font_size=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” closed_toggle_font=”|600|||||||” open=”off”]<\/p>\n This course is elective; if you have completed at least 10 hours of clinical supervision as part of your previous education, you are not required to take this course. <\/p>\n Build a sense of security, trust \u2026 and repeat customers.<\/p>\n Be prepared for the entire client journey, from the initial greeting at the front desk to follow-up visits and ongoing record-keeping.<\/p>\n At the same time, we\u2019ll practice how to tailor the optimal treatment for each specific client. You\u2019ll gain a wide range of techniques, and you\u2019ll learn to select the ones that make the most sense for each individual treatment. <\/p>\n You will learn:<\/strong><\/p>\n Pre- and Post-Treatment<\/strong> Re-booking with Value<\/strong> Record-keeping Made Easy<\/strong> Basic Health Legislation & GDPR<\/strong> As an AM student, you can sign up for our Business Builder<\/strong> at no extra cost. Here you get hands-on tools to: <\/p>\n Start and register your business<\/strong> Targeted Marketing for You<\/strong> Get Your Finances in Order<\/strong> During the course, you will work on your own business idea<\/strong> and get feedback from both trainers and guest experts. The result? A clear plan that makes it easy to open the doors when you have your diploma in hand. <\/p>\n Combine strong professional expertise with a keen business sense, and build a clinic where both you and your clients thrive.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Customer internship” closed_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” icon_color=”#FFFFFF” use_icon_font_size=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” closed_toggle_font=”|600|||||||” open=”off”]<\/p>\n From training table to real clients<\/strong><\/p>\n Now you translate theory and training into real treatments<\/strong> in the school’s open clinic.<\/p>\n It happens in the customer practice:<\/strong><\/p>\n Live sessions with real clients<\/strong> A supervisor by your side<\/strong> Joint Evaluation<\/strong> Ethics & Professional Conduct<\/strong> [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Meridian theory & the 5 elements” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Understanding the body’s energy pathways and the 5 elements<\/strong><\/p>\n The meridians and the five elements form the very foundation of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). When you learn to \u201cread\u201d the flow of energy (Qi) through these pathways, you gain a whole new perspective on pain, imbalances, and healing, as well as a powerful complement to your knowledge of Western anatomy. <\/p>\n You will learn:<\/strong><\/p>\n The Meridian Chart from Head to Toe<\/strong> Yin\/Yang logic & 5-Element cycle<\/strong> Practical application in massage<\/strong> Acupuncture at distal points<\/strong> The Bridge to Western Anatomy<\/strong> Meridian teachings give you an extra “diagnostic layer” that opens up new treatment options when classical anatomy alone does not explain the client’s problem.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/blockquote>\n<\/blockquote>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][et_pb_accordion open_toggle_text_color=”#232323″ open_toggle_background_color=”#FFFFFF” closed_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” closed_toggle_background_color=”#0a1f3e” icon_color=”#FFFFFF” use_icon_font_size=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_text_color=”#232323″ toggle_font=”|600|||||||” toggle_font_size=”18px” background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” width=”100%” border_radii=”on|5px|5px|5px|5px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Reflexology Techniques” open=”on” closed_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” icon_color=”#FFFFFF” use_icon_font_size=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” closed_toggle_font=”|600|||||||”]<\/p>\n Here, you\u2019ll learn to work with zones and reflex areas\u2014primarily on the feet\u2014as a supplement to your other treatments. You\u2019ll be introduced to various protocols for the body\u2019s systems, with a special focus on the musculoskeletal system, so you can apply these techniques in a targeted manner when working with muscles, joints, and bodily function. <\/span><\/p>\n This course provides you with practical experience in specific massage and pressure techniques that can be combined with massage and other forms of manual therapy. The goal is not to train you as a reflexologist, but to provide you with a solid and practical foundation so that you can incorporate reflexology techniques as an additional method in your treatments. <\/span><\/p>\n This gives you yet another tool to take a more holistic approach to your clients\u2019 issues and support the body\u2019s own ability to achieve balance and recovery.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Ear Acupuncture, including 5-point acupuncture” closed_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” icon_color=”#FFFFFF” use_icon_font_size=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” closed_toggle_font=”|600|||||||” open=”off”]<\/p>\n In the Ear Acupuncture course, you will learn to work with the ear as a microsystem in which the entire body is represented. This means that the ear can be used as a point of entry to support the treatment of many different conditions, both physical and mental. <\/span><\/p>\n You will learn to locate relevant ear points, assess which points are active, and design a targeted treatment plan based on the client\u2019s symptoms and needs. This course will give you a practical understanding of how ear acupuncture can be used as a standalone treatment or as a supplement to other forms of treatment. <\/span><\/p>\n As part of the course, you\u2019ll also learn 5-point acupuncture, also known as NADA. This method is often used to calm the nervous system and can be employed to help with stress, anxiety, sleep problems, and various forms of addiction. 5-point acupuncture can also be used to enhance the effects of other treatments and provide the client with a deeper sense of balance and relaxation. <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Joint Mobilization and Understanding” closed_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” icon_color=”#FFFFFF” use_icon_font_size=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” closed_toggle_font=”|600|||||||” open=”off”]<\/p>\n In the course \u201cJoint Mobilization and Understanding,\u201d you\u2019ll learn to work more effectively with the body\u2019s joints and the issues that can arise when mobility is restricted. You\u2019ll gain a basic understanding of the structure and function of the joints and how they interact with muscles, connective tissue, nerves, and surrounding structures. <\/span><\/p>\n This course provides you with the tools to assess whether a problem stems primarily from the joints, muscles, connective tissue, or nerves. You will learn to recognize typical symptoms and range-of-motion limitations, as well as to apply safe and precise manual techniques for joint mobilization. <\/span><\/p>\n The goal is to give you a more nuanced understanding of the musculoskeletal system so that, as a practitioner, you can better identify the root cause of your client\u2019s issues rather than just treating the symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Understanding pain” closed_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” icon_color=”#FFFFFF” use_icon_font_size=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” closed_toggle_font=”|600|||||||” open=”off”]Learn to understand different types of pain and learn more about approaches to treatment.<\/span>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Functional Neurology” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n In the Functional Neurology course, we explore the role of the nervous system in the body\u2019s function, movement, pain, and balance. Drawing inspiration from Z-Health, you\u2019ll learn how the brain and nervous system play a central role in everything from muscle tension and posture to coordination, stability, and the perception of pain. <\/span><\/p>\n This course provides an introduction to how simple tests and targeted exercises can be used to work with the nervous system as part of treatment and training. This may include, among other things, exercises for joints, balance, vision, the vestibular system, breathing, and other areas that affect the body\u2019s ability to function optimally. <\/span><\/p>\n Functional Neurology gives you, as a practitioner, a deeper understanding of why the body sometimes reacts with pain, tension, weakness, or imbalance\u2014and how the nervous system can be actively incorporated into the process of improving function.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Treatment techniques” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n You will learn to understand and perform several treatment techniques, such as pulsation and stretching, in close collaboration between client and therapist.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion open_toggle_text_color=”#232323″ open_toggle_background_color=”#FFFFFF” closed_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” closed_toggle_background_color=”#0a1f3e” icon_color=”#FFFFFF” use_icon_font_size=”on” admin_label=”Harmonika” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” toggle_font=”|600|||||||” toggle_font_size=”18px” body_text_color=”#232323″ background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” width=”100%” custom_margin=”-1px|||||” border_radii=”on|5px|5px|5px|5px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Psychology\/Communication (elective)” closed_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” icon_color=”#FFFFFF” use_icon_font_size=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” closed_toggle_font=”|600|||||||” open=”on”]<\/p>\n Health psychology tools for the professional practitioner<\/strong><\/p>\n This course won\u2019t<\/strong> make you a psychologist\u2014and that\u2019s not the point. The goal is to give you a solid, practical understanding of the health psychology<\/strong> aspects of stress, anxiety, pain, and other sources of distress, so you can communicate confidently, provide optimal support to your clients, and know when it\u2019s time to refer them to another professional. <\/p>\n You will learn:<\/strong><\/p>\n Responses to Stress<\/strong> Communication in the Clinic<\/strong> Health Psychology Models<\/strong> Warning Signs & Limits<\/strong> The Therapist\u2019s Role<\/strong> The Psychology course doesn’t give you a therapist certificate, but a language and tools that make your physical treatments safer, more holistic – and significantly more effective.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Sports acupuncture \/ Dry Needling” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Needle precise, heal faster<\/strong><\/p>\n Dry needling is the modern, Western version of acupuncture: Needles are inserted directly into trigger points and tight fascial lines to relax muscle tissue, relieve pain, and speed up recovery, especially in athletes.<\/p>\n You will learn:<\/strong><\/p>\n Neurophysiology & Evidence-<\/strong> Safe Needle Handling<\/strong> Precise Trigger Point Localization<\/strong> Integrated Treatment Protocol<\/strong> Acute & Chronic Sports Injuries<\/strong> Client Communication<\/strong> Sports acupuncture\/dry needling gives you a highly precise tool that can release deep tension in minutes and give your clients a significantly shorter path from injury to peak performance.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”The Nervous System” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n The nervous system plays a central role in the body\u2019s ability to respond, regulate, and heal. When the nervous system is under stress or out of balance, the body may have a harder time releasing tension, recovering, and returning to a natural state of calm and balance. <\/span><\/p>\n That is why we focus on the nervous system as a key component of several of our treatment methods. It\u2019s not just about treating muscles, joints, and tissues, but also about understanding how the body responds to stress, pain, strain, and imbalance over time. <\/span><\/p>\n In this course, you\u2019ll learn how various techniques can affect the nervous system and help the body relax. These may include 5-point acupuncture, breathing exercises, gentle manual techniques, and other methods that support the regulation of the nervous system. <\/span><\/p>\n When the nervous system is calmed, the body is better able to recover, heal, and respond to treatment. This gives you, as a practitioner, a deeper understanding of why some clients need calm, security, and regulation before their bodies can let go and bring about change. <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Targeted Treatments” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n As a Musculupat practitioner, you\u2019ll learn to work with the body using a holistic approach, in which both physical and mental aspects can be incorporated into treatment. Some practitioners choose to focus primarily on muscles, joints, connective tissue, and pain issues, while others work more with the nervous system, stress, emotional strain, and the body\u2019s internal balance. <\/span><\/p>\n For this reason, a Musculupat can address many different types of issues, depending on the client\u2019s needs and the practitioner\u2019s own area of expertise.<\/span><\/p>\n In this program, we work with specialized treatment protocols that combine multiple techniques into targeted treatments. These may include, for example, protocols for stress <\/span>, menstrual cramps, digestive issues such as constipation, or other symptoms where the body needs support to regain its balance.<\/span><\/p>\n The protocols provide you, as a practitioner, with a concrete framework to work from, while also teaching you how to tailor treatment to each individual. The goal is not only to treat the symptom, but to understand the underlying causes and develop a treatment plan that best supports the body. <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][et_pb_accordion open_toggle_text_color=”#232323″ open_toggle_background_color=”#FFFFFF” closed_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” closed_toggle_background_color=”#0a1f3e” icon_color=”#FFFFFF” use_icon_font_size=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” toggle_font=”|600|||||||” toggle_font_size=”18px” body_text_color=”#232323″ background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)” width=”100%” custom_margin=”||||false|false” border_radii=”on|5px|5px|5px|5px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Myofascial Release” open=”on” closed_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” icon_color=”#FFFFFF” use_icon_font_size=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” closed_toggle_font=”|600|||||||”]<\/p>\n Free the fascia, amplify the results<\/strong><\/p>\n Elastic, well-functioning fascia is the key to free movement and long-term pain relief. This module gives you the specialized tools to target the connective tissue – both with your hands and with moving cupping<\/em> (Silicone cups). <\/p>\n You will learn:<\/strong><\/p>\n The Function and Importance of Fascia<\/strong> Manual connective tissue technique<\/strong> Moving Cupping (Silicone Cups)<\/strong> Indications & Contraindications<\/strong> Client Communication<\/strong>\n
Find the right mat height, foot position and weight distribution so that you use the strength from your legs and core instead of straining your hands and lower back.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Techniques for generating pressure using body weight, elbows, and forearms, while protecting the fingers, wrists, and shoulders.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
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How to welcome clients professionally, conduct a structured initial consultation, and provide specific at-home advice that enhances the effectiveness of your treatment.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Learn natural, value-adding techniques for recommending the next visit, so the client understands the benefits and voluntarily books another appointment.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Practical forms and digital solutions that make it quick to take notes\u2014and easy to use them for planning and documentation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Get a handle on all the legal requirements for RAB approval and VAT exemption: consent, data security, record-keeping, and reporting.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\nFree Business Builder course<\/em>– your shortcut to a successful clinic<\/h3>\n
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<\/strong>Define your unique message, your visual identity, and your tone of voice so that clients will remember you<\/em> in particular among the competition.<\/li>\n
Social media, local partnerships, Google reviews\u2014we\u2019ll show you what\u2019s working for massage therapists right now.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Reasons to choose accounting software, pricing strategies, VAT, and taxes\u2014so you can stay on top of things from day one.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
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You\u2019ll treat clients from outside the program and see how the techniques work on different body types and issues.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
An experienced instructor is on hand, ready to answer questions and provide constructive feedback so you can progress with confidence.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
After each session, we review the process together\u2014what worked and what could be improved\u2014to ensure the lessons are retained.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
We\u2019ll discuss confidentiality, boundaries, and respectful communication so you can build trust from the very first handshake.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
The location, direction, and function of the 12 main meridians, as well as the Ren and Du channels, and how they are connected to specific organs and muscles.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Understand how wood, fire, earth, metal and water interact and how imbalances show up as muscle tension, pain or emotional patterns.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Integrate meridian strokes, acupressure points and elemental thinking into your existing techniques for deeper, more holistic results.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
You\u2019ll also learn how to use needles on the arms and legs, where you can treat all the meridians.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
See how meridian pathways overlap with fascial lines and trigger point patterns, and use this combined knowledge for more precise treatment.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
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Understand how the body and mind interact in situations of stress, chronic pain, and anxiety\u2014and how this affects your client\u2019s experience of your treatment.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Active listening, open-ended questions, reflection, and clear boundaries, so that the client feels heard and at ease from the very first minute.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
The biopsychosocial approach, coping strategies, and placebo mechanisms\u2014theory that makes sense when working with real people.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Learn to spot red flags such as widespread anxiety, signs of depression, or somatization\u2014situations where manual therapy alone is not enough\u2014and when you should refer a patient to a doctor or psychologist.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
: Professional Boundaries, Self-Care, and Ethics\u2014Take Care of Yourself While Taking Care of Others.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
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: Understand how needle stimulation affects motor end plates, increases blood flow, and triggers central pain modulation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Hygiene, contraindications, angles, and depths\u2014so you can work efficiently and safely.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Learn how to locate and treat the most relevant trigger points in the neck, arms, hips, thighs, and lower legs, including referred pain zones.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Combine dry needling with physical therapy massage, stretching, or cupping for faster tissue healing and improved mobility.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Tailored acupuncture treatment for muscle strains, tendinopathies, and myofascial pain to get athletes back in the game as soon as possible.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Explain the procedure, how it will feel, and the expected reaction so that even those who are skeptical of acupuncture feel at ease.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
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Understand how connective tissue binds muscles, nerves, and organs together\u2014and why restrictions in this tissue can lead to stiffness, reduced performance, and pain.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Slow, deep strokes and stretches that break down adhesions, improve glide, and restore elasticity.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Use vacuum cups dynamically along fascial lines to quickly increase blood flow, release trigger points, and stimulate lymphatic drainage.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
When is connective tissue massage the best option\u2014and when should you choose a different method?<\/p>\n<\/li>\n