Structural Synergy in Motion: Supine Lower Extremity
Instructor: Desmond Slattery, LMT and Bradley Martin, ATC, CSCS, CES
Date: SATURDAY July 18, 2026
Time: 9am-6pm
CE Hours: 8
Location: Got Your Back, 521 E Hector St, Conshohocken PA 19428
Description:
This course provides licensed massage therapists with advanced practical skills in lower extremity supine shiatsu techniques emphasizing the Stomach and Gall Bladder meridians, integrated Thai-based movement within range of motion, targeted assisted stretching protocols (hamstrings – knee bent and straight, piriformis, adductors, IT band), and essential hip mobilization techniques (hip distraction, single-leg traction, inferior hip joint glides). Instruction combines theoretical context, safe positioning, joint protection principles, and hands-on supervised practice to enhance clinical confidence and manual effectiveness.
This course provides licensed massage therapists with advanced practical skills in lower extremity supine shiatsu techniques emphasizing the Stomach and Gall Bladder meridians, integrated Thai-based movement within range of motion, targeted assisted stretching protocols (hamstrings – knee bent and straight, piriformis, adductors, IT band), and essential hip mobilization techniques (hip distraction, single-leg traction, inferior hip joint glides). Instruction combines theoretical context, safe positioning, joint protection principles, and hands-on supervised practice to enhance clinical confidence and manual effectiveness.
Learning Outcomes:
Participants will be able to: Perform foot shiatsu techniques incorporating range of motion and stimulation of distal acupoints including Liver 3 (Liv 3) and Spleen 6 (Spl 6). Apply two-hand shiatsu techniques along the Stomach meridian utilizing elbow, palm, and finger pressure. Perform shiatsu techniques along the Gall Bladder meridian on the lateral lower extremity. Execute Thai-based movement techniques within the client’s available range of motion. Facilitate manual assisted stretches for hamstrings, piriformis, adductors, and iliotibial band safely and effectively. Demonstrate hip distraction, single-leg traction, and inferior hip joint glides with appropriate body mechanics and joint protection principles.
Participants will be able to: Perform foot shiatsu techniques incorporating range of motion and stimulation of distal acupoints including Liver 3 (Liv 3) and Spleen 6 (Spl 6). Apply two-hand shiatsu techniques along the Stomach meridian utilizing elbow, palm, and finger pressure. Perform shiatsu techniques along the Gall Bladder meridian on the lateral lower extremity. Execute Thai-based movement techniques within the client’s available range of motion. Facilitate manual assisted stretches for hamstrings, piriformis, adductors, and iliotibial band safely and effectively. Demonstrate hip distraction, single-leg traction, and inferior hip joint glides with appropriate body mechanics and joint protection principles.
