Phase 1: Module 1: Case History Taking and Introduction to Pain NeuroScience Education

Phase one is all about the foundations of practice as a therapist.

Overview

How to take a thorough case history
How to identify potential red and yellow flags (serious ill health as opposed to common musculoskeletal problems)
Professional practice - key points in starting your practice
Regional contraindications
What is pain?
Causes of pain
Communicating with patients

Pre-Course:

You will complete a worksheet that will introduce you to the concepts of taking a case history and a basic introduction to pain

During the morning session you will:

Learn the key questions to ask when conducting a case history
Learn the important legal aspects of running a clinic - which main laws apply and what to look out for when setting up your practice
Have a basic understanding of patterns of pain/symptoms that may be out of your scope of practice (This course will not teach you to diagnose conditions - This is to make you a safe practitioner and refer your clients to a healthcare professional/A+E as quickly as possible)

During the afternoon session you will:

Explore the concepts and theories behind pain science. This section of the course is based on the work of Lorimer Moseley, David Butler, Louis Gifford and Peter O'Sullivan. We will discuss these concepts in great detail and the theme will run throughout the course
Learn how language, the way you say things, explain things and what your client says can make a big difference to their recovery
The evidence behind manual therapy
Basic set up of a treatment area and basic soft tissue skills

Mapping

A334.1 Apply accepted standards of practice, A334.2 Establish and develop effective working relationships with clients, A334.3 Reflect on and develop own practice, CNH20 Plan, apply and evaluate massage methods

CNH21 Plan, apply and evaluate massage methods

Delivery

Live Stream recordings are available on the MTE portal however face to face attendance is compulsory before progressing to Phase 2.

Assignment Title

Part a) Case History and Explain Pain Online Worksheets

Part b) Explain Pain Poster

(Elements of this modules are continued throughout the course through a portfolio of evidence)

Phase 1, Module 1: Case History & Intro to Pain Neuroscience Education