KAATSU Training for Therapists
This is an in-person course on KAATSU as it pertains to healthcare professionals. It is geared towards physiotherapists, occupational therapists, chiropractors, osteopaths, kinesiologists, rehabilitation assistants, personal & athletic trainers, although KAATSU users are welcome to participate as well.
This course will cover the theory and practice of KAATSU. You will learn how to safely and effectively apply KAATSU for enhanced rehabilitation, recovery, and performance. A KAATSU device will be made available for your use during the course.
The next course is being held on Tuesday, October 10th, 2023, from 7~10 pm. at Innovation Physical Therapy West Henday, 876 Webber Greens Dr. NW, Edmonton.
The course fee is $300 + G.S.T., which includes all course materials, the KAATSU Book, and the certification test
Early Bird (registration before Sept. 21) is $250 = G.S.T.
The course outline is as follows:
Module 1: Introduction to KAATSU
- Description of KAATSU
- Brief History of KAATSU
- Difference between KAATSU and BFR
- KAATSU Research
- Mechanisms of Action and Physiological Effects
- Types of Equipment and Band Design
- Contraindications
- Three Main Uses of KAATSU
Module 2: Basic Usage Principles
- Hydration
- AirBand Application
- Choice of Modes
- Pneumatic Pressure
- When and how to progress pressure
- What to Observe
- Duration & Frequency of Use
- Physiological effects during different activities
Module 3: Using KAATSU for Rehabilitation
- Reasons to use KAATSU in rehabilitation
- Clinical decision-making considerations
- Protocols for Common Conditions
- Key Takeways – Final Review
- Where to get more information
Module 4: Applying KAATSU
Working with a partner, you will apply KAATSU to another participant, and have KAATSU applied to you.
Module 5: Certification Test
Upon completion, you will receive a KAATSU Specialist certification. Certificates and access to further online resources will be provided within 7 business days after the course is completed.
REGISTRATION
To register for the course, please fill in the form below, or RSVP with Fern Yee, PT, candophysio@shaw.ca, 403-699-1965, or with Mark Kawabe, mark@kaatsu.ca, 289-241-3080.
An invoice with electronic payment information will be sent to you upon your registration.