This two-day course is comprised of 80% practical and 20% didactic training. The primary focus will be on the development of the psychomotor skills needed to safely and effectively deliver thrust joint manipulation (TJM) to all remaining diarthrodial and select synarthrodial joints. This will include techniques directed to the temporomandibular joint, the anterior rib articulations, and the extremities. Also provided will be a brief background of non-vertebral TJM, guidelines to direct appropriate use of non-vertebral TJM, and a review of the evidence regarding vertebral and non-vertebral TJM in the management of upper and lower quarter neuromusculoskeletal conditions. All IMMT TJM courses have been approved for 15 contact hours by PT state boards where the courses are held, as well as the Board of Certification (BOC) for athletic trainers.
*Special Note: TJM Part 1 does not have to be taken prior to this course, but the participant must sign up for TJM Part 1 before taking Part 3. The participant must also review the textbook for Part 1 prior to attending Part 3.