NMR & PNF

Cost:
£95
Optional £49 fee to upgrade to a diploma via case studies verified by an independent external examiner.

Duration:
This is a 1/2 day course running from 1:45pm to 5pm.

NMR (Neuro Muscular Release) and PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation) are both techniques to enhance manual therapy treatments by releasing and lengthening muscles. NMR is one of the least used yet arguably the fastest muscle release technique, and is a static technique using pressure to aid the removal and release of tight and locked muscles. PNF is one of the fastest ways to safely lengthen muscles with fast effective stretching and release techniques and methods which can be mixed for optimum results.
The course consists of theory and practical hands on application.

There is no equipment option for this course.

We cover standard and advanced forms of Neuromuscular Release, including multi-directional NMR not taught in the UK. Manual therapists, having learned and understood this technique, use this all the time and, are not as easily able to work without it.
This course also covers FIVE types (not three or four as generally taught in the UK) of PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation) stretching, which provides one of the fastest results in any of the stretching and release techniques for your clients.
We will have in depth discussions on the theory behind neuromuscular techniques and PNF stretching, the uses and complications you may come across in clinical application and there is sdtailed demonstrations of each of the techniques of the course including practical course time to use and learn these on each other.

Assessment is by observation of students performing the therapy during the practical sessions to establish safe practice. Each student must be observed practising correct, safe, protocol in order to be deemed safe to practice and gain a full certificate. (equates to 6 hours CPD).
Optional Diploma Available (equates to 26 hours CPD).

Contraindications and Health and Safety
What is NMR?
What is PNF?
History of the techniques
How do they work?
What do they do?
Issues and applications
Tools and instruments
Standard Protocols
Five types of PNF Stretching
Standard and multi directional NMR
Post treatment care
Consent forms
Patient records
Legal responsibilities
Practical demonstrations of NMR and PNF
Student practice of standard techniques of different types of NMR
Student practice of standard techniques of different types of PNF

• Boost the effectiveness of your manual therapy;  This Level 4 course teaches Neuro-Muscular Release (NMR) alongside Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) stretching techniques, to complement any manual therapy you already offer, including Chinese therapeutic techniques and physiotherapy.

• Integrate proven neuromuscular approaches; Master techniques that help re-educate the nervous system, improve flexibility, and restore function through movement-based control and therapeutic neuromuscular communication.

• Perfect for expanding your toolset; Whether you’re an acupuncturist, physiotherapist, or manual therapist, this course brings fresh, dynamic methods into your clinical repertoire to enhance treatment outcomes.

• Professional advancement at Level 4; The course reflects advanced professional standards and is ideal for practitioners seeking in-depth, applied neuromuscular skills.

• Hands-on, experiential learning; A rich blend of theory and practical application ensures you leave feeling confident to apply NMR and PNF techniques directly within your therapy sessions.

A qualification in a Manual Therapy which involves muscle manipulation.
You must be 18 years or older and understand spoken and written English.
You must consent to giving and receiving manual therapy.