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Time & Location:
Nov 1 & 2, 2025 | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Bodies in Motion PT, 1760 Reston Pkwy suite 403, Reston, VA 20190
Course Description
Course Number: PTH 844
Credits / CEU's: 2 credits / 2.1 CEU’s
Format: 1 day online (7hours) with 1 assessments + 2 days onsite (14 hours)= 21 hour
Accelerated Format Option: Andrews University 3 days, back to back.
Overview: This course dives into the visceral and biomechanical functions served by the thorax. This course will include the awareness that thoracic biomechanical problems can mimic visceral problems and vice versa. Also, this course analyzes why normal function of the thoracic region is so important for the musculoskeletal health of the entire axial and appendicular skeleton. A comprehensive assessment and of the ribs and the thoracic spine, as well as specific mobilization and manipulative techniques will be demonstrated followed with the proper instruction of neuromuscular and therapeutic exercise prescription.
Cancellation Policy: We understand that circumstances may arise requiring you to cancel your registration for an upcoming course. Please review our cancellation policy below for information on refunds and options available based on the timing of your cancellation.
Full Refund:
A full refund will be provided for written cancellations received 30 days or more prior to the course start date.
Course Fee Transfer:
Written cancellations received 15-30 days prior to the course start date will allow the registrant to apply the course fee to a future course within the next 18 months.
50% Refund:
Cancellations received within 7 to 14 days of the course start date will be eligible for a 50% refund of the course fee.
Cancellation Process: All cancellations must be submitted in writing. Please send your cancellation request to info@aspireomt.com with the subject line "Course Cancellation - [Your Full Name]." Include registration details and the reason for cancellation in the email. We appreciate your understanding of our cancellation policy, and we encourage you to reach out to info@aspireomt.com with any questions or concerns. We look forward to serving you!
Time & Location:
Important: This course takes place over 2 separate weekends
Part A: September 20-21, 2025 | Registration: 8:00 AM | Course 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Innova Physical Therapy, 8630 164th Ave NE Suite 203, Redmond, WA 98052, USA
Part B: October 18-19, 2025 | Registration: 8:00 AM | Course 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Olympic Sport & Spine, 6704 Tacoma Mall Blvd, Tacoma, WA 98409. Held in the O'Grady room.
Time & Location:
Important: This course takes place over 2 separate weekends
Part A: December 6-7, 2025 | Registration: 8:00 AM | Course 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Part B: January 24-25, 2026 | Registration: 8:00 AM | Course 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Bodies in Motion, 1760 Reston Parkway, Suite 403
Reston, VA 20190
Course Description
Course Number: PTH 891
Credits / CEU's: 3 credits / 4.2 CEU’s
Format: 2 days online (14 hours) with 2 assessments + 4 days onsite (21 hours)= 42hours
Overview: This lab intensive course examines the regional interdependence of the lower quadrant and applies global comprehensive advanced biomechanical musculoskeletal assessment skills of the lower quadrant utilized by the physical therapist in the clinical setting. This course will build on skills learned in previous courses to help the clinician to understand the kinetic chain interdependence. This course integrates information generated in the assessment to understand how remote dysfunctions can be causal or contributory. Topics include: gait analysis, psoas pyramid, detailed foot musculoskeletal assessment and management, sacroiliac joining assessment and management, integration of the individual lower quadrant and lumbar/sacroiliac joint examinations into a larger regional diagnosis picture for examination and management.
Cancellation Policy: We understand that circumstances may arise requiring you to cancel your registration for an upcoming course. Please review our cancellation policy below for information on refunds and options available based on the timing of your cancellation.
Full Refund:
A full refund will be provided for written cancellations received 30 days or more prior to the course start date.
Course Fee Transfer:
Written cancellations received 15-30 days prior to the course start date will allow the registrant to apply the course fee to a future course within the next 18 months.
50% Refund:
Cancellations received within 7 to 14 days of the course start date will be eligible for a 50% refund of the course fee.
Cancellation Process: All cancellations must be submitted in writing. Please send your cancellation request to info@aspireomt.com with the subject line "Course Cancellation - [Your Full Name]." Include registration details and the reason for cancellation in the email. We appreciate your understanding of our cancellation policy, and we encourage you to reach out to info@aspireomt.com with any questions or concerns. We look forward to serving you!
Time & Location:
Important: This course is taught in 2 sections, Part A (2 days) & Part B (2 days). The $1250 fee covers Part A & B (all 4 days).
Part A: September 6-7, 2025 | Registration: 8:00 AM | Course 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Part B: October 4-5, 2025 | Registration: 8:00 AM | Course 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Restoration Physical Therapy, 2421 Ira E Woods Ave, Grapevine, TX 76051, USA
Time & Location:
Important: This course takes place over 2 separate weekends
Part A: November 22 & 23, 2025 | Registration: 8:00 AM | Course 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Part B: December 13 & 14, 2025 | Registration: 8:00 AM | Course 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Innova Physical Therapy, 8630 164th Ave NE Suite 203, Redmond, WA 98052, USA
Course Description
Course Number: PTH 892
Credits / CEU's: 3 credits / 4.2 CEU’s
Format: 2 days online (14 hours) with 2 assessments + 4 days onsite (21 hours)= 42hours
Overview: This lab intensive course examines the regional interdependence of the upper quadrant and applies global comprehensive advanced biomechanical musculoskeletal assessment skills of the lower quadrant utilized by the physical therapist in the clinical setting. This course will build on skills learned in previous courses to help the clinician to understand the kinetic chain interdependence. This course integrates information generated in the assessment to understand how remote dysfunctions can be causal or contributory. Topics include: Differential diagnosis of trigeminal sources of pain, TMJ, the functional hand, integration of the individual upper quadrant and cervical joint examinations into a larger regional diagnosis picture for examination and management.
Cancellation Policy: We understand that circumstances may arise requiring you to cancel your registration for an upcoming course. Please review our cancellation policy below for information on refunds and options available based on the timing of your cancellation.
Full Refund:
A full refund will be provided for written cancellations received 30 days or more prior to the course start date.
Course Fee Transfer:
Written cancellations received 15-30 days prior to the course start date will allow the registrant to apply the course fee to a future course within the next 18 months.
50% Refund:
Cancellations received within 7 to 14 days of the course start date will be eligible for a 50% refund of the course fee.
Cancellation Process: All cancellations must be submitted in writing. Please send your cancellation request to info@aspireomt.com with the subject line "Course Cancellation - [Your Full Name]." Include registration details and the reason for cancellation in the email. We appreciate your understanding of our cancellation policy, and we encourage you to reach out to info@aspireomt.com with any questions or concerns. We look forward to serving you!
Time & Location:
Important: This course takes place over 2 separate weekends
Part A: January 10 & 11, 2026 | Registration: 8:00 AM | Course 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Part B: February 7 & 8, 2026 | Registration: 8:00 AM | Course 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Innova Physical Therapy, 8630 164th Ave NE Suite 203, Redmond, WA 98052, USA
Course Description
Course Number: PTH 893
Credits / CEU's: 3 credits / 4.2 CEU’s
Format: 1 days online (7 hours) with 1 assessments + 2 days onsite (21 hours)
Accelerated Format Option: Andrews University: 6 back to back days onsite
Overview: This lab intensive course examines and applies a global comprehensive biomechanical musculoskeletal assessment of the axial spine utilized by the physical therapist in the clinical setting. The participant will recognize spinal thrust indications and contraindications, a differential diagnosis of spinal pathology that is appropriate for manipulations, along with adaptations of techniques as needed to be successful with the techniques.
Cancellation Policy: We understand that circumstances may arise requiring you to cancel your registration for an upcoming course. Please review our cancellation policy below for information on refunds and options available based on the timing of your cancellation.
Full Refund:
A full refund will be provided for written cancellations received 30 days or more prior to the course start date.
Course Fee Transfer:
Written cancellations received 15-30 days prior to the course start date will allow the registrant to apply the course fee to a future course within the next 18 months.
50% Refund:
Cancellations received within 7 to 14 days of the course start date will be eligible for a 50% refund of the course fee.
Cancellation Process: All cancellations must be submitted in writing. Please send your cancellation request to info@aspireomt.com with the subject line "Course Cancellation - [Your Full Name]." Include registration details and the reason for cancellation in the email. We appreciate your understanding of our cancellation policy, and we encourage you to reach out to info@aspireomt.com with any questions or concerns. We look forward to serving you!
Time & Location:
March 7 & 8, 2026 | Registration: 8:00 AM | Course 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Innova Physical Therapy, 8630 164th Ave NE Suite 203, Redmond, WA 98052, USA
Course Description
Course Number: PTH 894
Credits / CEU's: 2 credits / 2.1 CEU’s
Format: 1 days online (7 hours) with 1 assessments + 2 days onsite (14 hours)=21 hours
Accelerated Format Option: Andrews University: 6 back to back days onsite
Overview: This interactive course examines and applies a global comprehensive biomechanical musculoskeletal assessment of the entire body, incorporating regional interdependence by the physical therapist in the clinical setting. This course will focus on advanced differential diagnosis using a case-based approach. In this course, participants will demonstrate advanced clinical reasoning and differential diagnosis skills by analyzing information gathered in the subjective and objective examinations to accurately form a hypothesis, examination plan, and comprehensive treatment plan demonstrating regional interdependence in complex musculoskeletal dysfunctions.
Cancellation Policy: We understand that circumstances may arise requiring you to cancel your registration for an upcoming course. Please review our cancellation policy below for information on refunds and options available based on the timing of your cancellation.
Full Refund:
A full refund will be provided for written cancellations received 30 days or more prior to the course start date.
Course Fee Transfer:
Written cancellations received 15-30 days prior to the course start date will allow the registrant to apply the course fee to a future course within the next 18 months.
50% Refund:
Cancellations received within 7 to 14 days of the course start date will be eligible for a 50% refund of the course fee.
Cancellation Process: All cancellations must be submitted in writing. Please send your cancellation request to info@aspireomt.com with the subject line "Course Cancellation - [Your Full Name]." Include registration details and the reason for cancellation in the email. We appreciate your understanding of our cancellation policy, and we encourage you to reach out to info@aspireomt.com with any questions or concerns. We look forward to serving you!
Time & Location:
Review Day: Oct 10, 2025
Exam Day: Oct 11, 2025
Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Andrews University School of Rehabilitation Sciences, 8515 E. Campus Circle Dr., Berrien Springs MI 49104-0420
Time & Location:
Review Day: May 9, 2026
Exam Day: May 10, 2026
Registration: 8:00 AM
Session Runs: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (each day)
Innova Physical Therapy, 8630 164th Ave NE Suite 203, Redmond, WA 98052, USA
Course Description
Course Number: PTH 845
Credits / CEU's: 0 Credits
Format: 1 review day prior to 1 day on-site
Description: This oral practical examination allows the participant to demonstrate proficiency in clinical reasoning and differential diagnosis, including properly screening for serious pathology. examination will focus on clinical reasoning and the quadrant inter-relationships. Testing content will include mobilization/ manipulation (thrust) to joint and soft tissue techniques to all parts of appendicular/extremity and axial/spinal skeleton, in addition to shoulder and pelvic girdles, as well as temporomandibular joint. The participant will defend each technique in terms of safety, specificity and grade and will articulate to the panel the neuromuscular reeducation and therapeutic exercises utilized to enhance the patient’s prognosis.
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