Physical/Energetic Interface: Neuro 2 (NEURO2) is a prerequisite for Hand Skills/Practical Integration and the Mentorship Program

Class Prerequisites: Physical/Energetic Interface: Neuro 1, Biomechanical Regulators: Lower Extremities and Circulation 1

Learning Outcomes: Students will demonstrate the ability to:

• Feel the relationship between a neural structure and a reflex point that affects its motility;
• Feel the criss-cross flow over the spine and determine where there are blocked points;
• Locate reflexes which assist flow through blocked areas;
• Use positioning and reflexes to achieve greater spinal ROM;
• Locate and utilize vascular reflexes which enhance circulation of the environment of the spine.

PHYSICAL/ENERGETIC INTERFACE: NEURO 2

Class Description: Neuro 2 is the second in the series and is an advanced level course. Students learn functional application of techniques that are based on a thorough understanding of the anatomy of the spine, midbrain and brain stem, and a moderately good understanding of the neurophysiology of these structures. Using reflexes and hand engagement to discern blockages and facilitate flow, students learn to assist their clients with regaining mobility and function decreasing pain throughout the body, including the back and head. Those with more of a medical background can apply these techniques to a variety of injuries and diagnoses. Biovalent® Systems Manual Therapy is a very safe modality for all bodyworkers and most clients, as it encourages the practitioner to interact with the wisdom of their client’s body. Techniques are designed to assist corrective rhythms in that individual, whether they are fascial, muscular, visceral, osseous, nervous or circulatory tissues. Rflexes which have an immediate effect on neurovascular response are an integral part of this workshop. Practitioners learn to discern tissues that have a healthy relationship between them from tissues that are bound together in a way that is detrimental to the well being of the individual and assist in the restoration of balance.

Course Outline: Please note that time adds up to 26 hours. 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 . 9:00-12:30 (2.5 hours lecture, 1 hour lab)

• Review Neuro One
• Lecture: Cranial Anatomy; the Sutures and Tissues Affecting its Mobility
• Lecture: Reflex Points which Affect Membranes at the Sutures
• Lab: Hand Skills
• Lab: Sutural Reflexes
• Lunch 12:30-2:00

Day One: p.m. 2:00-5:00 (2 hours lecture, 1 hour lab)

• Lecture: Dura and its Innervation
• Lecture: Review of Dural Techniques and Dural Technique with Reflex Points
• Lab: Dura 

Day Two: a.m. 9:00-12:30 (2 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab)

• Lecture: Vascular Reflexes for Paraspinal Tissue
• Lecture: Vascular Reflexes for Tissues in the Spine
• Lecture: Lymph Reflexes for the Spine
• Lab: Vascular Reflexes
• Lunch 12:30 – 2:00

Day Two p.m. 2:00-5:00 (2 hours lecture, 1 hour lab)

• Lecture: Spinal Cord Fibrosis Research and Implications
• Lecture: Theories Regarding Treatment of Spinal Cord Fibrosis
• Lecture: Use of Reflexes to Assist in Treatment of Fibrosis
• Lab: Locate and Treat Fibrosis with Reflexes 

Day Three: a.m. 9:00-12:30 (2 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab)

• Lecture: Spinal Tracts Efferent and Afferent
• Lab: Following Energetic Flow down the Spine
• Lecture: Sacral Reflexes
• Lab: Sacral Reflexes
• Lecture: Enhancing Flow, Problem-solving for Influences
• Lab: Enhancing Flow 
• Lunch 12:30-2:00

Day Three: p.m. 2:00-5:00 (1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab)

• Lecture: Cognitive Influences: Shock and Trauma
• Lecture: Cerebellum and Current Research
• Lab: Cognitive Influences and Visceral Interactions

Day Four: a.m . 9:00-12:30 (1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab)

• Lecture: Neural Structures and Facial Reflexes, Topographical and Depth Location
• Lab: Combining Sacral and Facial Reflexes
• Lecture: A Protocol for Assessment and Treatment
• Demo: Assessment and Treatment
• Lunch 12:30 - 2:00

Day Four: p.m . 2:00-5:00 (1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab)

• Lab: Assessment and Treatment
• Review, Questions and Answers/Wrap up

Total: 14.5 hours theory and concepts, 11.5 hours lab and skills: 26 contact hours

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.

Illuminatis/Biovalent Systems, 8300 San Pedro, NE, Suite B, Albuquerque, NM 87113 (505) 291-8100