Strain and Counterstrain Technique & Advance Technique Duration: 3 Days

Cost: NZD 950 plus GST
Date: May 16-18 2025

Venue: To be confirmed

Course Description:
Strain and Counterstrain was developed by Lawrence Jones, D.O. more than 50 years ago to improve range of motion and flexibility in all types of individuals. This manual therapy approach corrects protective muscle spasm of the skeletal muscle system. Over the last several decades, Sharon Giammatteo, PhD performed extensive clinical research utilizing Strain and Counterstrain on persons with complex multi-system dysfunction including neurologic involvement. With permission and support by Dr. Jones, Sharon taught her integrated version of Strain and Counterstrain. This approach includes modification for neurologically involved clients. During this course, the student will be instructed in two approaches: Strain and Counterstrain, as well as Advanced Strain and Counterstrain. Advanced Counterstrain was developed by Sharon Giammatteo and Tom Giammatteo to correct protective muscle spasm of smooth muscle. This approach promotes improved circulation, improved immune function and lymphatic drainage, as well as improved overall organ functioning. In this lab intensive course, the student will learn multiple assessment and treatment techniques and protocols for improved health.
Course Objectives:
1. Anatomy and physiology of the muscle system.
2. Learn Strain and Counterstrain Technique to eliminate protective muscle spasm of skeletal muscles.
3. Learn Advanced Strain Counterstrain Technique to eliminate smooth muscle spasm which will lead to increased circulation, increased range of motion and joint mobility.
4. Learn how to evaluate static and dynamic posture while highlighting compensatory patterns.
5. Learn treatment protocols for correction of low back pain, headaches and migraines, joint dysfunction, sports injuries, circulation insufficiency, respiratory problems, speech/swallowing problems and more.