Understanding & Transforming Chronic Pain by Arnold Askew
June 20 @ 9:00 am – June 21 @ 5:00 pm
Retraining Neural-Circuits & Neuromuscular Habits
14 CE Hours + Approved by NCBTMB
Understanding & Transforming Chronic Pain:
An In-depth Introduction to the Theory and Techniques of Somatic Therapy
This class will review the latest neuroscience the brain plays in the perception and persistence of pain. This knowledge will quickly help us see the difference between “neuroplastic” and structurally caused pain. Understanding this is essential for consistent and successful treatment. First, we’ll review techniques to address the neuro-circuitry linked to chronic pain. Then we’ll use somatic education to change inefficient patterns of dysfunction. Therapeutically we’ll use “awareness-based touch and movement” to awaken proprioceptive centers and stimulate healthier neurological activity. A variety of injuries, pathologies and conditions will be discussed to make the information relevant for actual practice.
Though all of this may sound overwhelming, it comes together with simple techniques that are easy to apply and are gentle on the therapist. The work is relationship-based, so we will look at how to bring our clients into a healthier relationship with their own healing. And this process starts with us. We will use basic developmental movements to start our own process of self-exploration. With this “self-knowledge” our goal will be to help our clients become more autonomous and involved in whatever conditions may be a part of their lives.
$350 Somatic Therapy and CE Courses by Arnold Askew
Class objectives:
1) Develop an understanding of the causes and current
approach for the treatment of chronic pain. Specifically, review the recent
research into pain caused by neuroplastic changes and/or somatic deficiencies.
2) Develop strategies to effectively treat such conditions. Focus to be on
developing awareness-based touch and movement to awaken proprioceptive
centers and stimulate new neurological activity.
3) Learn to integrate new
theories and techniques into current massage or other practices.
Class Participants comments and feedback
“I really enjoyed Arnold’s method of teaching, great sense of humor, very intuitive, would take
his class anytime” D. Anson
“The course was so helpful to push me into a deeper understanding of how I, as a practitioner,
can facilitate healing efficiency, awareness, and better movement in my clients. Being able to
experience and feel the profound changes with subtle work will add much more dimension to my
work as a Rolfer.” P. Reaves
“Really excited about this information, wish general public could be educated about this.” V.
Cook
“Thank you for your wonderful presentation. I appreciated your willingness to “tell it like it is”,
even if it may not fit so clearly into the traditional confines of our field. I feel like you have a well
thought out, clearly articulated and focused workshop. And I have both something I can take
with me and apply now and a path for continuing my inquiry.” T. Wilson
“Before I met Arnold I was in constant pain. He showed me how to understand the patterns I had
gotten into. I am very grateful to him, first because the pain never came back, and second
because he taught me how to care for myself.” N Feige, Teacher, Mother
Participant Reviews of 2024 AMTA National Convention Presentation
· Loved the class. SO much knowledge.
· He was great the class was great. I loved his teaching style and humor.
· Great class. Affirmed information that I personally subscribe to but also expanded my
knowledge base.
· Please have him back for a longer class.
· Arnold is a wonderful presenter. Would love to see him present at other conventions.
· Really good presentation, practical and useful
· Wonderful session ! I gained so much knowledge that i never knew and will be able to
take into my practice ! Instructor was fun and kept my attention throughout the entire class!
· I have a new prospective on understanding and approaching chronic pain. Thank you for
your time and knowledge!
· Awesome, he needs a longer class!
· Good speaker, interesting, and a great sense of humor.
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