8 a.m., Registration and check-in
9 a.m., Morning session
12 p.m. – 1 p.m., Lunch on your own
1 p.m. – 4 p.m., Afternoon session
Group discounts for non-members: for three (3) or more registrations for a course the normal fee is reduced. See registration page for amount.
"At the Door" registrations. Fees for "At the Door" registrations will be $110 per registrant, if space is available. This applies to ACOPM members and non-members for all courses except"Advanced Laser Therapy Certification," parts 1 and 2. The "At the Door" fee for the laser certification courses is $140 for every registrant, if space is available.
Cancellation Policy: If you contact ACOPM no later than three (3) days prior to your course date, you may cancel your registration for that course and transfer your registration fee to any future course. If you cancel your registration no later that three (3) days prior to the course date and you prefer, ACOPM will refund your registration fee less a $30 cancellation fee. Credentialing courses are non-refundable.
Student Discounts: Students may attend non-certification CME/CEU courses for the discounted fee of $25 per course, if space is available.
Dynamic Mobilization & Laser Therapy: Manual Therapy Mastery (Spine, Ribcage & Pelvis) "Manual Therapy (Spine, Ribcage & Pelvis)" 6 CME/CEU Credits, Cost: $75 for ACOPM members. $95 for non-members Non-member group discount: $80.00 for 3 or more.
Location: Radisson, 1725 E. Algonquin Road, Schaumburg, IL Time and Date: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Friday, September 17, 2010
Dynamic Mobilization (DM) is the fastest, gentlest, most effective spine and extremity mobilization technique available. With DM you can help more patients get out of pain faster than you ever thought possible. Based on a firm foundation of biomechanics and physiology, dramatic results are achieved with very little practitioner effort. Dynamic Mobilization’s state-of-the-art techniques integrate the best concepts from osteopathy, medical manipulation, chiropractic, deep tissue massage, and physical therapy.
Please bring a portable massage table if possible.
Instructor:
Curtis Turchin, D.C. Chiropractic Medicine, Palmer College
Dr. Curtis Turchin has used lasers for the treatment of acute and chronic pain for more than 25 years. He was Director of Clinical Sciences for Bales Scientific, the developer of the first FDA cleared light device. Dr. Turchin is the author of Light and Laser Therapy: Clinical Procedures, often credited as the authoritative text on clinical laser treatment.
Dynamic Mobilization & Laser Therapy: Manual Therapy Mastery (Upper & Lower Extremities & TMJ) "Manual Therapy (Upper & Lower Extremities & TMJ)" 6 CME/CEU Credits, Cost: $75 for ACOPM members. $95 for non-members Non-member group discount: $80.00 for 3 or more.
Location: Radisson, 1725 E. Algonquin Road, Schaumburg, IL Time and Date: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Saturday, September 18, 2010
This unique practical class will move your practice to the cutting edge of rehabilitation on Monday morning. You will be taught how to use lasers to mobilize or stabilize joints and soft tissues, how to integrate kinetic taping techniques, and how to retrain the central nervous system. You will achieve mastery of the spine and extremities in only two days and have fun doing it! Most of this class is "hands-on" so wear comfortable clothing.
Please bring a portable massage table if possible.
Instructor:
Curtis Turchin, D.C. Chiropractic Medicine, Palmer College
Dr. Curtis Turchin has used lasers for the treatment of acute and chronic pain for more than 25 years. He was Director of Clinical Sciences for Bales Scientific, the developer of the first FDA cleared light device. Dr. Turchin is the author of Light and Laser Therapy: Clinical Procedures, often credited as the authoritative text on clinical laser treatment.
Low Back Orthopedics & Treatment "Assess & Treat Low Back Disorders" 6 CME/CEU Credits, Cost: $75 for ACOPM members. $95 for non-members Non-member group discount: $80.00 for 3 or more.
Location: Holiday Inn, 6201 Joliet Road, Countryside, IL Time and Date: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Saturday, September 25, 2010
This seminar will teach you how to effectively assess and treat the most commonly injured structures in the low back. You'll learn how to differentiate muscle and ligament injuries from more serious disc injuries, and to correctly use your palpation skills and hands-on treatment techniques. The seminar will also discuss " How to use a Patient's Evaluation Form." We will also demonstrate Specific Orthopedic Tests to zero in on the condition that is affecting the patient.
This is a "Hands On Seminar so a Massage Table is needed!
Instructor:
Wayne R. Cichowicz, D.N., D.A.A.P.M., F.A.B.S.
Naprapathic Medicine, National College of Naprapathic Medicine
Dr. Wayne Cichowicz is a Licensed and Board Certified Naprapath and Dietitian. He has been in practice since 1979. He has been on the faculty of the National College of Naprapathic Medicine over 26 years. The doctor also is the radio host of "That Healthy Talk Show" heard in Chicago and on the world wide web. He currently serves as President of the American College of Physical Medicine.
Frequency Specific Microcurrent "Microcurrent Treatment of Pain using Specific Frequencies." 24 CME/CEU Credits, Cost: $795 for ACOPM members. $795 for non-members Location: Wyndham Lisle-Chicago Hotel, 3000 Warrenville, Lisle, IL Time and Date: 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
3 Day Course Friday,Oct.8,2010 Saturday,Oct.9,2010, Sunday, October 10, 2010
The course covers basic microcurrent information and the use of specific frequencies and protocols thought to address specific tissues and conditions based on the principles of biologic resonance. The first part of the course focuses on the frequencies and protocols used to treat chronic myofascial pain, new injuries and injuries less than six weeks old, discogenic pain post-concussive syndrome and neuropathic pain. The third day of the course focuses on the frequencies needed to treat visceral conditions and functional medicine applications.
At the end of the class the student will be able to operate a microcurrent instrument, care for and maintain the equipment, position a patient, select specific frequencies for treatment, choose appropriate protocols for appropriate conditions and treat a patient for chronic myofascial pain, neuropathic pain, cervical trauma fibromyalgia, and facet generated pain. The student will be able to treat a new injury or chronic problems in the nervous system or in various visceral systems. The student will understand how to combine frequency protocols and nutritional supplements to support the changes made during treatment and create lasting improvement. The student will have an understanding of the side effects, contraindications and limitations of the treatment methods and will be able to explain them to patients.
Instructor:
Carolyn McMakin, D.C.
Chiropractic Medicine, Western States Chiropractic College
Frequency protocol development began in 1995 and Dr. McMakin began teaching FSM in 1997. Since then hundreds of practitioners around the world have taken the FSM seminar and use this amazing new technique to help patients recover from myofascial pain, fibromyalgia, sports injuries, concussion and many other health concerns. The FSM seminar has evolved into a three day 24 hour seminar that teaches the frequency protocols, differential diagnosis of pain complaints and hands on use of the Microcurrent equipment. Our students evaluate the seminars consistently with 5/5 value approval ratings.
CPR Re-Certification "CPR Course" 3 CME/CEU Credits, Cost: $35 for ACOPM members. $45 for non-members Location: Radisson, 1725 E. Algonquin Road, Schaumburg, IL Time and Date: 1 p.m - 4 p.m., Saturday, October 23, 2010
This is a Basic Life Support course for licensed healthcare providers. This course will cover core material such as adult and pediatric Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation including one person, two-person rescuerand the use of bag mask. Foreign-body airway obstruction and AED will also be covered. All attendees will receive a Healthcare Providers Course Completion Card.
Instructor:
Ryan Cichowicz, A.A.S., E.M.T.
Currently working in Emergency Care with a degree in Fire Science. Mr. Cichowicz also is a Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation instructor with the American Heart Association.
Ethics for the Massage & Manual Therapist "Ethics Course" 3 CME/CEU Credits, Cost: $35 for ACOPM members. $45 for non-members Location: Radisson, 1725 E. Algonquin Road, Schaumburg, IL Time and Date: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday, October 23, 2010
This course will discuss a general code of ethics and standards for those in any type of "Hands On" profession.Topics to be reviewed will be Ethics, Standards of practice, Informed consent, Intake procedures, Confidentiality, Client boundaries, Intimacy issues, Maintaining a professional environment, Communication skills, and Reporting of possible abuse. Methods of presentation will include lecture, discussion, and role-playing.
Instructor:
B. Tony Zayner, D.N., L.Ac, M.S.O.M., M.S.Ed. Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture, Midwest College of Oriental Medicine
Dr. Bernard "Tony" Zayner has been a martial artist and student of Chinese philosophy and culture for over 40 years. He has owned and operated martial arts schools and in 1988-1989 was the undefeated U.S. National Tai Chi Push Hands champion. In 1989, he moved to Taiwan to work for six government ministries. He also taught at three of its premier universities. Currently, he is a Naprapathic and Acupuncture professor at Pacific College of Oriental Medicine.
Advanced Manual Techniques of the Upper & Lower Extremities. "Mobilization Techniques of the Upper & Lower Extremities. " 6 CME/CEU Credits, Cost: $75 for ACOPM members. $95 for non-members Non-member group discount: $80.00 for 3 or more.
Location: Radisson, 1725 E. Algonquin Road, Schaumburg, IL Time and Date: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Saturday, November 6, 2010
Advanced Manual Techniques of the Upper and Lower Extremities. This class will include review of the anatomy, range of motion, biomechanics, and orthopedic testing of each joint of the upper and lower extremity.
This is a "hands-on" class, therefore, be prepared to participate.
Instructor:
Carlos Boileve, D.C. Chiropractic Medicine, National University of Health Science
Dr. Carlos Boileve, a nationally known chiropractic physician, is intimately involved in the challenges of personal injury through his work as Secretary of the Center for Research into Automotive Safety and Health (C.R.A.S.H.). He also is one of the country’s foremost experts on Workers’ Compensation issues. Dr. Boileve writes on both subjects for the Illinois Chiropractic Society’s publication, Journal.
