Learning Objectives
- Identify the factors that may influence the development of somatic dysfunction at the foot.
- Locate and palpate foot structures to be treated with positional release therapy (PRT).
- Apply PRT techniques to treat the foot.
- Appreciate how common injury conditions such as plantar fasciitis may be treated based on myofascial lesion patterns.
- Recall the factors that may influence the development of somatic dysfunction at the ankle and lower leg.
- Locate and palpate ankle and lower-leg structures to be treated with positional release therapy (PRT).
- Apply PRT techniques to treat the ankle and lower leg.
- Demonstrate the ability to treat common injury conditions such as Achilles tendinopathy based on myofascial lesion patterns.
- Recall the factors that may influence the development of somatic dysfunction at the knee and thigh.
- Locate and palpate knee and thigh structures to be treated with positional release therapy (PRT).
- ApplyPRT techniques to treat the knee and thigh.
- Appreciate how common injury conditions such as iliotibial band friction syndrome may be treated based on myofascial lesion patterns.
BOC: 3.75 Continuing Education Units
NATA PDC Level of Difficulty: Advanced
Program Faculty: Course content includes chapters 4-6 of the book “Clinical Guide to Positional Release Therapy” by Timothy E. Speicher, PhD, ATC, LAT, CSCS. Assessment created by .
The passing score for this course is 80%. The course is self-paced, home study format. All materials are available ONLINE immediately after purchase and is available for 6 months.
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This course is intended for Certified Athletic Trainers, Physical Therapists, Strength & Conditioning Specialists, etc.

Sport Medics is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to offer continuing education to Certified Athletic Trainers.