what is fmt rocktape course

by Carissa Reilly 5 min read

FMT RockFloss Certification introduces the concept of skin/fascial/nerve gliding to help reduce tissue swelling, improve movement and modulate discomfort* with the use of ‘compression band floss’.This course will cover the anatomy, physiology and neurology of the effects of compression band flossing on connective tissue gliding, tissue traction and tissue compression.

FMT Basic is an evidence-informed kinesiology taping course that advances students' understanding of the efficacy of elastic therapeutic taping as a rehabilitation and performance intervention for patient and client conditions ranging from pain mitigation to improving fluid dynamics and sharpening proprioception.

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What's new in FMT basic?

Functional Movement Techniques (FMT) Certification courses are led by industry leading experts in movement assessment and therapy. CEUs may be offered for DC, ATC, PT, LMTs, OTs and personal trainers – depending on location and class type. FMT Certified professionals receive an additional 10% discount on purchases after taking a class.

What is FMT certification?

FMT Basic is an evidence-informed kinesiology taping course that advances students’ understanding of the efficacy of elastic therapeutic taping as a rehabilitation and performance intervention for patient and client conditions ranging from pain mitigation to improving fluid dynamics and sharpening proprioception.

What is involved in a kinesiology taping course?

FMT Movement Specialist advanced: FMT Movement Specialist Advanced is designed to help health and fitness professionals learn safe, simple, and effective tactics to screen, assess and address performance of ‘subconscious’ movement. Attendees will learn multiple screens and assessments alongside multiple corrective strategies to influence the ‘subconscious’ …

What does FMT mean in RockTape?

MOVEMENT SPECIALIST
FMT MOVEMENT SPECIALIST -health and fitness professionals with all levels of prior movement screening experience.

What is FMT movement specialist?

FMT Movement Specialist is designed to help health and fitness professionals learn safe, simple, and effective tactics to screen and assess 'conscious' movement patterns.

What is RockTape therapy?

Kinesio Taping/Rocktape are therapeutic taping techniques that have been in use for many years to promote healing. These methods utilize a latex-free tape that is able to be worn for 3-5 days.

Is RockTape better than KT Tape?

The KT Tape Pro was significantly softer feeling and stretchier than the RockTape, and was less irritable on our skin as it felt a lot less sticky than RockTape. Once applying RockTape to our skin, its strong adhesive is very noticeable and less comfortable than KT Tape.

What is a functional movement assessment?

The Functional Movement Screen (FMS) is a screening tool used to evaluate seven fundamental movement patterns in individuals with no current pain complaint or musculoskeletal injury. The FMS is not intended to diagnose orthopedic problems but rather to demonstrate opportunities for improved movement in individuals.

Is RockTape any good?

RockTape Stability

RockTape's standard tape is a little stiffer than other cotton tapes we've tried. Their tape is made with a 97% and 3% nylon blend, which gave it a soft and flexible feeling. They market their tape as being the best option for endurance based athletes because of its soft and flexible nature.
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Why do people use RockTape?

RockTape helps bring dormant muscle back to life and help calm down the overactive muscles. It helps your body coordinate movement as if it weren't hurt, hence allowing it to heal properly.

When should you use kinesiology tape?

KT Tape can be used to prevent or treat many common muscle and joint related injuries including: sprains, muscle strains, subluxations, and tendonitis. KT tape provides support and pain relief before, during, and/or after an activity.Oct 16, 2017

How long can you keep RockTape on?

ROCKTAPE can be worn 2-3 days. It is 100% organic cotton and can be worn while swimming or in the shower.

Is RockTape the same as kinesiology tape?

1. Unlike other kinesiology tapes made for rehabilitation, RockTape was created in the heat of competition.

Is RockTape breathable?

RockTape is basically the same cotton/elastic blend clinical tape that is breathable, hypoallergenic, latex free, and won't cause skin necrosis.

What is FMT certification?

Functional Movement Techniques (FMT) Certification courses are led by industry leading experts in movement assessment and therapy. CEUs may be offered for DC, ATC, PT, LMTs, OTs and personal trainers – depending on location and class type. FMT Certified professionals receive an additional 10% discount on purchases after taking a class.

What is FMT basic?

FMT Basic introduces functional kinesiology taping methods that can improve the movement and performance of patients and clients. It includes a review of current literature supporting the theories that describe and delineate specific techniques of applying kinesiology taping for enhancement of rehabilitation or performance outcomes. Evidence based chapters in this course include topics of technique, theory and practical lab experience in areas such as pain management; edema/swelling control and proprioceptive guidance to enhance postural positioning. Kinesiology taping for scar mobility and symptoms associated with nerve entrapment are introduced in this course.

What is FMT advanced?

FMT Advanced expands on the concepts taught in FMT Basic Kinesiology Taping and explores strategies to enhance human movement and performance through evidence-based functional taping methods. The anatomy and physiology of myofascial lines will be covered, the fascial lines are used in conjunction with kinesiology taping techniques to support efficient human movement. Sport-specific taping techniques are introduced, and students will have opportunities to assess dysfunction in specific anatomical planes of motion. Tape application techniques are explored and practiced with an emphasis on taping fascial chains to improve movement and enhance function. Students will learn techniques in a hands-on laboratory environment where they will have ample practice and instructor feedback on their techniques.

What is fascial line?

The anatomy and physiology of myofascial lines will be covered, the fascial lines are used in conjunction with kinesiology taping techniques to support efficient human movement. Sport-specific taping techniques are introduced, and students will have opportunities to assess dysfunction in specific anatomical planes of motion.

Ed Le Cara DC, PhD, ATC, CSCS

Leading the course will be Dr. Ed Le Cara. Ed is an expert in manual and exercise therapy for athletes and clients and Board Certified in both Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine.

More info about the FMT course

Not your average taping course. Fascial Movement Taping Certification is a 2-part certification process led by industry leading experts in functional movement assessment and treatment. Fascial Movement Taping (FMT) is based on the obvious yet largely overlooked concept of muscles acting as a chain.

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