Active Isolated Stretching (AIS) is a dynamic technique that stretches
muscles, tendons, and fascia specific to anatomical planes of
movement. It remodels the body using gentle, rhythmic movements that
avoid triggering the myotactic reflex, which causes a contraction in
the tissues being stretched. Utilizing the principles developed by
Aaron Mattes, this unique stretching modality restores joint mobility,
reduces muscular/fascial tension, changes neurology and improves
circulation. The simple yet profound difference is to avoid triggering
the myotactic reflex. Repeated, active muscle contractions along with
gentle stretches create a venous/lymphatic pump, decreasing
inflammation and combating disease. Dysfunctional movement patterns
are exposed. Using pain-free movements, the tissues are retrained and
balance is restored to the joint. In this level I class, you will
identify the physiology behind AIS and use the techniques to stretch
yourself and assist your clients. Evaluate range and quality of
movement before and after stretching and apply the techniques to treat
a wide variety of disorders in the lumbar spine, hips, and knees. The
material presented covers disc conditions, nerve impingement,
sciatica, groin impingement, S/I dysfunction and ITB syndrome among
other disorders. Course content is geared towards healthcare
professionals, personal and athletic trainers. This class completes
one of the requirements for gaining basic AIS level certification with
AIS Northwest. Materials: Free electronic access to the instructional
manual. A handout of the stretches covered in class will be provided.
Special Notes: There is a $50 non-refundable deposit including in the
tuition. Tuition includes a manual and a stretching strap for new
students.
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