Contents

Introduction: 6 Hrs
Eras of development in Physiotherapy, Introduction to Manual Therapy ( Different Schools of Thought), Manual Therapy: Definitions, Indications and contraindications, Biomechanical Principles in Manual Therapy(Fryette's Laws, Concave-Convex rule, Close pack and Loose pack Positions, Joint status gradings), Barrier concepts , Assessment of dominant eye.

Cervical Region Manual Therapy Examination and Treatment : 8 Hrs 
Principles of Subjective examination, Clinical reasoning and Physical examination for Cervical region, VBI Testings, Passive Physiological Intervertebral Movements(PPIVM',s) , Passive Accessory Intervertebral Movements (PAIVM's) and Combined movements in Cervical region. Manipulative techniques for Cervical Region.

Thoracic Region Manual Therapy Examination and Treatment : 8 Hrs 
Principles of Subjective examination, Clinical reasoning and Physical examination for Thoracic region, Passive Physiological Intervertebral Movements(PPIVM',s) and Passive Accessory Intervertebral Movements (PAIVM's) in Thoracic region. Manipulative techniques for Thoracic Region.

Lumbo-Pelvic Complex Manual Therapy Examination and Treatment : 10 Hrs 
Examination of the Lumbo-Pelvic Complex with thorough Clinical reasoning process, Form closure and force closure concepts, Assessment and Treatment of Innominate dysfunctions, Sacral rotation dysfunctions and Pubic symphysis dysfunctions based on Clinical reasoning and evidence based practice.

Resource Person:

Prof.Umasankar Mohanty,
B.P.T(Hons), M.P.T( Manual Therapy), S.R.P(London),MISEP(U.S.A), M.I.A.P, F.A.G.E
[ Trained under faculties of Loma Linda University( USA), Orthopedic Medicine International(Belgium), University of Queensland( Australia), McKenzie Institute( USA), Chartered Society of Physiotherapy(U.K), BCOM(London)]
President, Manual Therapy Foundation of India (R.)
Member, International Society of Educators in Physiotherapy
International Partner, Americal Physical Therapy Association(A.P.T.A,U.S.A)
 
Programmes conducted successfully by the resource person at Delhi, Chennai, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Mangalore, Surat, Coimbatore, Baroda, Warangal, Punjab, Bhopal, Mangalore, Dhaka, Sharjah, Manila and London. 

Dates: December 25th– December 29th, 2009.

Timings: 9.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.
Credit Hours: 32 Hrs( 4 Days) Recognised throughout the Globe.

No of Seats: 40 ( Register early to confirm your seat)


Fees:   Rs 5,000/- till December 10th ,                                                                          
            Rs 5,500/- till December 20th  , Spot Rs.6,000/- ( If seats are available)
          The above rates are applicable for participants of India and SAARC countries.

          USD($) 300 for International participants.
          Seats will be allotted on first come first serve basis only.

Workshop includes:

Eligibility:  Physiotherapists/Physiotherapy students( 3rd Year onwards)from reputed institutions.
There is no prerequisite of Manual Therapy experience.

Venue:
The venue of the programme will be informed to the registered participants 05 days prior to the programme.
Registration:
The Registration Form can be downloaded from the website www.mtfi.net (home page).

Payments:
You may follow any one method for payments for registration to the course.
1.The payments to be made in form of DD in favor of "Manual Therapy Foundation Of India" payable at "Mangalore". No cheques accepted.
2. You may transfer from any bank in India with CBS facility using NEFT/ RTGS to our account . You have to take the following details for transfer.
Bank Name: Bank of Maharashtra, Bharat Building, P.M.Rao Road,Mangalore-1,Karnataka, India.
Account Name: Manual Therapy Foundation of India.
Account Number: 20065016289
IFSC Code: MAHB0000381
The International registrants can transfer by using the Swift Code of Bank of Maharashtra "MAHBINBB" in addition to the details provided above.
Once you transfer your payments you may send an e-mail to info@mtfi.net with details.

3. You may pay cash to our Course Co-ordinator Dr.Bhavesh S. Bhalala,PT(09890850037) at Vasai Road directly and collect the receipt for the same.

Address of Communication:
The DD and the registration form should be send to Prof. Umasankar Mohanty, President, Manual Therapy Foundation of India, Flat No:806, Vajreshwari Apartments, Vitobha Temple Road , Near Car Street,  Mangalore-575001, Karnataka .
For queries contact Course Coordinators Dr.Bhavesh S. Bhalala,PT(09890850037) or Dr.C.K. Kyada(09029768950) at Vasai Road.
Or Contact MTFI office, Mangalore : +91 94481 04132, +91 94486 96414, +91 824 2496249.
E-Mail: info@mtfi.net


Please Note:
1. Limited Seats. Register early to secure your seat. Registration will be confirmed only after receiving of the payments.
2.The dates mentioned for fee structure are according to the reach at MTFI office.
3. All disputes and legal proceedings are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of competent courts and forums in Mangalore only.