XHCP 10001 - Muscle Energy Techniques
Course description
Muscle Energy Techniques (MET) is a manual therapy technique that uses the gentle muscle contractions by the patient to relax and lengthen muscles, and normalize joint motion.
Examine how these techniques can be used to address acute and chronic injuries or maintain normal joint range of motion to optimize physical performance. This course is recommended for certified, licensed or registered allied healthcare professionals.
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Program questions?
Approved for Continuing Education Credits (CECs) by the following Associations:
Canadian Massage & Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association (CMMOTA)
- 14 CEC credits
- Submission via Member Portal or Appendix 23 – CEC Course Submission Form
Massage Therapists Association of Alberta (MTAA)
- 16 CEC credits
- Learn more: MTAA Professional Development
Learner outcomes
Upon completion of the course, students will be able to
- enhance relevant anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics knowledge, and palpation skills.
- evaluate and treat lumbar spine, sacroiliac, and iliosacral dysfunctions using Muscle Energy Techniques (MET).
- understand other treatment paradigms and manual therapy methods for an entry-level practitioner.