Physical/Energetic Interface: Circulation 1 (CIRC1) is a prerequisite class for Physical/Energetic Interface: Neuro 2 and the Mentorship Program

Class Prerequisites: Core Concepts and Manual Perception 1

Preparation for this Class: During Circulation 1, students learn to evaluate and treat dysfunction within the neural, circulatory and lymphatic systems. The quality of your learning experience is greatly dependent upon familiarity with the anatomical locations and general functions anatomical structures listed below prior to the class, along with a review of the neural structures from Physical/Energetic Interface: Neuro 1.

You may find it helpful to have one or more anatomy books and colored pens/pencils present with you at class. Many students have expressed the benefits of studying a three-dimensional model of the heart. Although certainly not required, the best model we have found is on a German website. Look over the home page and click on the "English" button.  The link is http://www.somso.de/english/main.htm  - cruise around just for fun.   

Atria Ventricles

Interatrial Septum Interventricular Septum

Atrioventricular Fold Tricuspid Valve

Mitral Valve Aortic Valve

Pulmonary Arteries Hilums of Lungs

Pulmonary Veins Arch of Aorta

Abdominal Aorta Aortic Bifurcation

Superior Vena Cava Inferior Vena Cava

A.V. Node S.A. Node

Right and Left Renal Artery and Vein Coronary Sinus

Coronary Arteries and Veins

Course Description and Purpose: The circulatory system is the core system of the body. It is connected with all of the other physiological systems - dysfunction in any other system cannot be fully treated without involving the circulatory system. Circulation involves more than the heart and blood vessels. It includes the lymphatic system, the immune system and connective tissues. This course presents new ways to interact directly with key mechanisms of circulation. Such intervention can very quickly impact toxicity problems, digestive issues, musculoskeletal and neurological dysfunction, as well as problems that are directly linked to respiration and circulation.

This is accomplished through the development of skill and the knowledge of anatomy, working with subtle rhythms and the body’s own self-correcting mechanisms. This seminar features methods of interacting with the circulatory system at physical, reflexive and energetic levels. Practitioners feel the main rhythms of the circulatory system, including, pulmonary rhythms, portal rhythms, digestive and lymph rhythms. They will also locate key points which influence these rhythms and will find and treat areas in the connective tissue that effect these rhythms and processes.

Course Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to demonstrate the ability to:

• Feel the main rhythms of the circulatory system, including pulmonary rhythms, portal, rhythms, digestive and lymph rhythms
• Locate key points which influence these rhythms
• Find and assist the body areas through the connective tissue that effect these rhythms and processes

Course Outline: Please note that while time adds up to 26 hours, there are 5 minute a.m. and p.m. breaks. The breakdown here is a guideline. Some groups prefer to have longer breaks and shorter lunches, depending on proximity of eating establishments. Some groups prefer the option of an early start and/or shorter lunch on the final day of the course to allow for travel time.

Day One: a.m. 9:00-12:00

• Lecture: Introduction to circulation
• Lecture, Demonstrations and Labs: Rhythms
• Lecture: Current research
• Lab: Hand skills
• Lunch 12:00-1:30

Day One: p.m.1:30-5:00

• Lecture, Demonstrations and Labs: The heart, right and left side function
• Lecture, Demonstrations and Labs: Heart anatomy and palpation
• Lecture, Demonstrations and Labs: Assessing and working with heart motilities
• Review, questions and answers

Day Two: a.m. 9:00-12:00

• Review, questions and answers
• Lecture, Demonstrations and Labs: Circulation of the heart, main vessels
• Lecture, Demonstrations and Labs: Pulmonary system, anatomy and considerations
• Lunch: 12:00-1:30

Day Two: p.m. 1:30-5:00

• Lecture, Demonstrations and Labs: Pulmonary system treatment
• Lecture, Demonstrations and Labs: Lung tensions and pressures
• Lecture, Demonstrations and Labs: Augmentation utilizing rhythms and reflexes
• Lab: Pulmonary system integration
• Review, questions and answers

Day Three: a.m. 9:00-12:00

• Review, questions and answers
• Lecture, Demonstrations and Lab: Portal system concepts
• Lecture, Demonstrations and Lab: Portal system anatomy
• Lecture, Demonstrations and Lab: Pattern of drainage for portal system
• Lab: Portal system utilizing rhythms
• Lunch: 12:00-1:30

Day Three: p.m. 1:30-5:00

• Lecture, Demonstrations and Lab: Renal circulation
• Lecture, Demonstrations and Lab: Anatomical considerations
• Lecture, Demonstrations and Lab: Utilizing rhythms to assist renal circulation
• Lecture, Demonstrations and Lab: Neurovascular reflexes
• Lab: Neurovascular reflexes and pressures
• Review, questions and answers

Day Four: a.m. 9:00-12:00

• Review, questions and answers
• Lecture, Demonstrations and Lab: Conductivity as concept
• Lecture, Demonstrations and Lab: Locating AV/SA nodes and following impulses
• Lecture, Demonstrations and Lab: Lymphatic system
• Lecture, Demonstrations and Lab: Anatomy and palpation
• Lecture, Demonstrations and Lab: Cisterna chyli and lymphatic ducts
• Lab: Integration of morning labs
• Lunch: 12:00-1:30

Day Four: p.m. 1:30-5:00

• Lecture and Demonstrations: Lymphatic reflexes
• Lab: Lymphatics
• Lecture, Demonstrations and Lab: General treatment considerations
• Lab: Comprehensive Assessment and treatment
• Review, questions and answers

Total: 15.5 hours theory and concepts, 9.5 hours lab and skills: 26 contact hours

Course Presenters: Each of these instructors presents the class in its entirety: Frank Lowen, LMT; Laurie Levine-Lowen, OTR/L LMT, Judy Osborne, PT, L.Ac., LMT, John Henry ‘Scooter’ LeBleu, PT, LMT.

Illuminatis/Biovalent ® Systems ( Provider Number P3337) is recognized by the Board of Certification, Inc. to offer continuing education (CE) for Certified Athletic Trainers (ATs).  This program has been approved for a maximum of 26) hours of Category A CE.  ATs are responsible for claiming only those hours actually spent participating in the CE activity. BOC Approved Provider Number:  P3337.

Illumatinatis/Biovalent ® Systems (Provider Number 447205-00) is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a Continuing Education Provider.

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