Educational Objectives of FMT Basic Kinesiology Taping Course:

At the conclusion of the course, attendees will be able to:

1. Define and discuss the physiological effects of kinesiology taping on the body.

2. Demonstrate, via application, functional taping techniques that are specifically designed to influence discomfort*, edema, neurologic conditions, scar and posture.

3. Demonstrate and discuss how the fascial system functions, and how kinesiology tape interfaces with the mechanical, chemical and neurosensory sub-systems of fascia.

4.  Understand and differentiate fluid dynamics taping applications for acute edema and chronic fluid dysfunction conditions using the jellyfish taping method.

5.  Discover and experiment with various tape application techniques for common musculo-skeletal injury conditions such as low back discomfort*, shoulder strains, ankle sprains and post-operative patient/client care.   

6. Demonstrate and apply posture taping applications for correction of common chronic postural deficits of the upper and lower spine regions. 

7. Discuss and interpret kinesiology taping techniques for neurologic entrapment syndromes and scar tissue management. 

FMT Basic Course Outline (8AM – 3PM)

Hour One
Welcome & Introduction of Instructor/ Trainer and participants
Brief outline of the course; the topics that will be covered, practicals/ case studies
Brief Introduction of taping history
Types of taping
Kinesiology taping and its popularity
Kinesiology tape - features and characteristics
Tape application/care tips
Reduce risks involved in kinesiology taping

FMT education

What is FMT?
Clinically discussed facts
Old Vs. New concepts
Past and future taping

Skin 

Skin-brain connection
Peripheral nerves
Sensory system/receptors
Importance of brain
General Taping Application Rules (Indications/Contraindications) 
Negotiable/Non-Negotiables

Hour Two
Effects and benefits of Kinesiology Taping on Pain -Trunk/Lower Extremity
Trunk/Lower Extremity Pain practical

10 minute break

Hour Three

• Effects and benefits of Kinesiology Taping on Pain -Upper Extremity
• Upper Extremity Pain practical

Hour Four

• Effects and benefits of Kinesiology Taping on Fluid Dynamics
• MSK US introduction and observation
• Fluid dynamic practical

60 minute lunch break

Hour Five
Real World Solutions for Common musculoskeletal injuries using Kinesiology Tape

Hour Six

• Effects and benefits of Kinesiology Taping on Posture
• Posture Evaluation from head to toe
• Common postural dysfunctions
• Taping methods for common dysfunctions
• Exercise intervention for common dysfunctions

Education Objectives of FMT Advanced Kinesiology Taping: At the conclusion of the course, attendees will be able to:

1. Discuss, practice and integrate the concept of longitudinal muscle chain kinesiology taping.

2. Discuss, demonstrate and interpret movement screening techniques to evaluate functional and dysfunctional movement patterns.  

3. Demonstrate and discuss the concepts of longitudinal fascial chain kinesiology taping

4. Demonstrate and evaluate effective functional taping applications based on findings in movement assessment.  

5. Compare and contrast sport-specific movement patterns and how kinesiology tape improves sports performance.   

6. Compare and contrast upper and lower extremity helical fascial chain taping applications.  

7. Introduce, interpret and practice applications for compression band floss in the upper and lower extremity as well as the trunk. 

8. Critically analyze movement screening and correlated tape application for specific sports

FMT Advanced Course Outline (8AM – 3PM)

Hour One
Review of framework for taping acute and sub acute musculoskeletal conditions
Introduction to Fascial Movement Taping concepts and brief review of FMT Basic concepts (taping movement, not muscles)
Four pillars of FMT Performance
Kinetic chain approach
Priming the nervous system
Pain gate stimulation
Exoskeleton effect (snap back properties of elastic tape)

Hour Two
Introductions to:
Fascial Chain Anatomy & Function
Present sub-components and function of Performance back chain
Present sub-components and function of Performance front chain
Present sub-components and function of Performance lateral chain
Present sub-components and function of Performance functional chain
Present sub-components and function of Performance extremity chains

10 minute break

Hour Three
Tape application theory and practice
Tissue preparation, pre-application and application techniques for the following fascial chains:

Performance back chain taping
Function of the chain
Pre-application, positioning of the patient/client
Application of tape along chain, assessment of efficacy of tape application.
Motor Control Exercises/Neuromuscular Retraining for the Performance Back Chain

Performance front chain taping
Function of the chain
Pre-application, positioning of the patient/client
Application of tape along chain, assessment of efficacy of tape application.
Motor Control Exercises/Neuromuscular Retraining for the Performance Front Chain

Hour Four

Introduction to Tweak Taping Concepts and applications
Introduction RockFloss Concepts and applications
Practice/Evaluation of technique Upper Body/Lower Body/ Spine Tweak Taping Concepts and applications
Practice/Evaluation of technique Upper Body/Lower Body/ Spine RockFloss Concepts and applications

60 minute LUNCH break

Hour Five

Movement assessments

Breathing Pattern Assessment 
Systematic assessment of breathing patterns, Present normal pattern 
Common movement dysfunctions of breathing patterns

Scapular Screen
Systematic assessment of the scapular pattern, Present normal pattern 
Common movement dysfunctions of the scapular pattern

Hour Six

Rolling Screen
Systematic assessment of the rolling pattern, Present normal pattern 
Common movement dysfunctions of the rolling pattern

Push-up pattern
Systematic assessment of the push-up pattern, Present normal pattern 
Common movement dysfunctions of the push-up pattern

Single Leg Stance
Systematic assessment of the squat pattern, Present normal pattern 
Common movement dysfunctions of the squat pattern

Q/A