June 10-11, 2027 – IN-PERSON, HANDS-ON TRAINING – LINKED: Breathing & Postural Control – Part 2

If you have not taken LINKED Part 1 yet, below are the upcoming sessions. More details soon for the 2027 sessions.

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Therapists who have taken LINKED: Part 1 with Knowledge Is Now are eligible for a $25 discount! Email [email protected], and we’ll send you a coupon to use at checkout.

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“LINKED Part-2” builds upon the foundational information presented in “LINKED Part-1”. This course, developed by Mary Massery, proposes a new definition of “core stability;” redefining it as the dynamic control of trunk pressures to optimize postural stability (balance). Dr. Massery’s novel “soda pop can model” links breathing mechanics to postural control using multi-system interactions. In Part-2, the focus shifts to hands-on techniques: assessing “normal” breathing patterns and learning neuromotor breathing retraining techniques and manual assistive cough techniques. Multiple clinical cases will be used to cement the concepts, as will a live patient demonstration (if available). The course is applicable for any pediatric or adult patient (or therapist) who breathes!

Following this course, participants will be able to:

1. Utilize a multi-system approach to evaluating motor impairments.
2. Identify the variations of “normal” breathing patterns and discuss the efficiencies/inefficiencies for individual patient conditions.
3. Evaluate need for, and demonstrate, appropriate neuromotor retraining techniques for patients with ineffective breathing/postural control strategies (health or participation deficits).
4. Participate in a live patient demonstration (if a patient is available) and suggest possible evaluation and treatment ideas based on the course material.
5. Design a targeted airway clearance program using the principles of mobilization, expectoration and oral management.
6. Demonstrate airway clearance techniques, with an emphasis on manual assistive cough techniques, and apply an airway clearance algorithm to specific patient conditions.
7. Identify thoracic cage/spine restrictions as they pertain to breathing mechanics and postural control (a very brief introduction of chest wall restrictions).
8. Evaluate the need for, and demonstrate, neuromotor retraining techniques to improve breath support for voicing and postural control (eccentrics).
9. Suggest immediate ways to incorporate the concepts into therapy activities in your clinical setting.