Course Description:

Course Name: Acoustic Wave/Shockwave Masterclass Levels I and II
Course Description:
This highly practical course will equip the attendants with a high level of knowledge and practical skill in performing Acoustic Wave/Shockwave Therapy (referred to as “Shockwave Therapy”) in the musculoskeletal field.

•   Day 1: Acoustic Wave/Shockwave Masterclass Level I: Concentration on establishing the foundational knowledge of shockwave technology, its physiological effects and its safe and effective application. Attendants will gain knowledge in how to effectively treat tendinopathies, and how shockwave therapy fits into the overall plan of care. The main lower and upper limb tendinopathies will be discussed and have practical lab time with our expert clinical tutors.

•   Day 2: Acoustic Wave/Shockwave Masterclass Level II: Focus on expanding the range of conditions to be treated and utilizing the shockwave devices to enhance patient outcomes. Attendants will be taught how to assess myofascial dysfunction and its role in the management of conditions such as cervicogenic headaches, spinal conditions, osteoarthritis, adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder and carpal tunnel syndrome and the use of Shockwave Therapy in managing these conditions. Again, this is supported by practical lab time with our expert clinical tutors.

Learning Goals and Objectives:
Attendees will:
•   Day 1: Acoustic Wave/Shockwave Masterclass Level I:
o   Understand Shockwave Technology including its mechanism of action, biological effects, and role in the management of lower and upper limb tendinopathies.
o   Understand the differences between Radial and Focus shockwave and be able to select the most appropriate treatment for different patient groups and indication based on the therapeutic goals.
o   Be able to apply Shockwave Therapy to musculoskeletal conditions with safe and effective techniques
o   Be able to treat the most common tendinopathies
o   Learn how to implement shockwave therapy into the overall treatment plan and educate the patient on aftercare for achieving optimal outcomes for the patient.

•   Day 2: Acoustic Wave/Shockwave Masterclass Level II:
o   Be able to assess myofascial dysfunction and understand its role in a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions such as cervicogenic headaches, spinal conditions, osteoarthritis, adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder and carpal tunnel syndrome.
o   Understand how shockwave therapy can manage these conditions.
o   Be able to treat a range of musculoskeletal conditions with shockwave therapy including the most common myofascial dysfunction, spinal conditions, adhesive capsulitis and carpal tunnel syndrome.
o   Learn how to incorporate shockwave therapy into their existing approaches and understand how it complements their existing skills and knowledge.

Prerequisites:
•   Participants of this course must complete The Academy of Shockwave Excellence's online course, Introduction to Acoustic Wave/Shockwave Therapy. For more information, visit the following webpage: https://the-shockwave-academy.thinkific.com/courses/Online-Shockwave-Introduction.
Total Contact Hours: 13 (Day One and Day Two)

Intended Audience:
The intended audience for the Level I Shockwave Therapy, will include chiropractors, physical therapists, physical therapy assistants, nurse practitioners, and athletic trainers. This course content is not intended for use by any participants outside the scope of their license or regulation.

Estimated number of attendees: 40

Handout and Knowledge Test
A handout will be provided. Students will be required to take and pass a knowledge test and the end of each day.

Practical Lab Sessions / Student-to-Instructor Ratio:
The course is highly practical, and attendees will be required to take part. Students should wear clothing that will enable them to assess and treat both upper and lower limb areas. There will be five lab support instructors with no more than 8 students per one instructor:
1.   Michael Grice (CV provided)
2.   Sharon Kyle-Reynolds, DC (CV provided)
3.   David Rudnick, DC (CV provided)
4.   Tim St. Onge, DC (CV provided)
5.   Randy Knoche, DC (CV provided)

Disclosure / Any Conflicts of Interest:
Shockwave and EMTT systems will be demonstrated by medical professionals hired by The Academy of Shockwave Excellence. The professionals will be using equipment manufactured by STORZ MEDICAL and W-MEDICAL, and the event will be sponsored by the US distributor Kinas Medical Technologies. The purpose of this class is to educate attendees on the technology and clinical applications, and not to promote any businesses or products. There will be no sales or marketing information included in the class or the presentation.