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Enhancing Sports Medicine with Traditional Chinese Medicine
ACUSPORT EDUCATION NEWSLETTER
ISSUE 47 | MAY 2022
What an amazing year it has been so far! We just completed our last class of the 2019-2022 SMAC Program that was held in New Jersey. And, we now have four new C.SMA Practitioners who are joining the ranks.
Congratulations to Nick Dill, Tim Bish, Jason Sargis and Lijana Shestopal!!!
We still have the second section of this class—Module IV: The Neck, Shoulder and Upper Extremity—taking place June 23-26, 2022, in San Diego, and then we will officially complete this extended program. If you are interested, we only have a couple spots left so please register ASAP!!
NEW FOUNDATIONAL CLASSES
We are super excited to announce two new foundational classes coming up these next couple of months.
On June 4, we are hosting the second in our online series—Quadratus Lumborum: Structure, Function and
Treatment. The quadratus lumborum is a crucial structure of the lumbar spine. Its role in stability and contribution to low back pain are controversial. We will discuss this muscle's complex structure, latest research on its function, as well as treatment protocols.
THE NEW 2022-2023 SMAC PROGRAM
A few changes:
→ We will now have four Sinew Channel Assessment and Myofascial Technique (SAM) classes (previously called the Assessment & Treatment of Channel Sinews (ATS)). Due to popular demand, there will be one SAM class per Module!
(***SAM I is currently being offered in person only, but we hope to offer as a live, webinar in the next year.)
→ To streamline the curriculum for the Postural Assessment & Corrective Exercise (PACE) classes, we will now start them in Module II instead of Module I.
→ The Anatomy, Palpation and Cadaver lab will allow for TWICE as much time with the cadaver, palpation and motor point location and needle technique!!! Matt and Brian will not be lecturing in the morning session, but will be going directly into the practical lessons that are divided into morning and afternoon sessions. The registrant will be required to watch the online recording of the
didactic lectures prior to attending the live class (included in the cost of the class).
→ The Assessment & Treatment of Injuries (ATI) classes for Modules II-IV will now be 5 days to allow for more practical time, especially since some students are opting to take some of the preliminary classes online; the Module I live-only class Huatuojiaji: Vertebral Fixations and Facilitated Segments will continue as a 2-day course.
→ We will also be offering a second section of our practical classes: Huatuojiaji: Vertebral Fixations and Facilitated Segments (HTJJ) in Module I and the Assessment & Treatment of Injuries in Modules II-IV in Dallas, Texas, to accommodate the overflow of ATI
→ Students who have taken online recordings and wish to repeat any of these classes in person will receive a 25% discount!!! *
* For current students—If you have already started taking live classes prior to this program, you will only be responsible for the courses as previously laid out.
SMAC PROGRAM ONLINE LEARNING AND RECORDED CLASSES
As a reminder for any of you who were unable to attend our SMAC PROGRAM live, in-person or live webinar classes, about 75% of the program can now be taken online! So, If you haven’t taken the Anatomy, Palpation and Cadaver Lab and/or Assessment & Treatment of Channel Sinew classes (now called SAM), we are also offering these classes as recorded webinars for those traveling for the live ATI class. These classes are great precursors to these practical live, in-person only classes (ATI).
***Keep in mind, the Module I Sinew Channel Assessment and Myofascial Technique (SAM) 1 is currently the only in this series that is being offered in person only for now, but we anticipate hosting a live webinar for this class in the year to come!
These recordings are now available for purchase through Lhasa OMS, Eastern Currents and other strategic partners
overseas as well! These classes allow you to earn distant CE’s and count toward your certification! For students taking online webinars and wanting to earn their C.SMA, please make sure to submit a copy of your CEU certificate from these live webinars and recorded classes to acusportinfo@gmail.com so they will count toward your certification.
RECORDED WEBINARS AVAILABLE FOR SALE:
Individual Module III Courses
- Course 1: Anatomy and Cadaver Lab
- Course 2: Motor Point Needle Protocols for Lower Extremity Muscles
- Course 3: Assessment & Treatment of the Channel Sinews
- Course 4: Postural Assessment and Corrective Exercise
1. The Sports Medicine Acupuncture: An Integrated Approach Combining Sports Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine textbook by Matt Callison is available for purchase.
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“An impressive and very thorough book destined to be a great reference guide for the clinic.” — Tom Bisio
“Every practitioner of acupuncture at every level will gain further insight and knowledge from this book.” — Peter Deadman
A brief statement from a user of the book:
“Your book really helped me take that next step - I have used other books and protocols but your organization and explanations are superior - the integration of different ages and scenarios and then the points to match. . . great work and skill, thank you . . and my patients thank you too, many successful outcomes with your guidance- I have been in practice 16 years with loyal following and
have been using your book to help several unresolved problems that my “tool” bag could not help! Thanks again!” — Ali Racheotes
NOTE: The book is available in Canada, Europe, Australia and the UK. To purchase it from one of these locations, please do so through the appropriate distributor found in the FAQ section of the webpage.
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2. NEW & UPDATED Motor Points & Acupuncture Meridians Wall Chart is HERE!
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"Special shout out to Sports Medicine Acupuncture for this brilliant and extremely durable Motor Points and Acupuncture Meridians poster! Patient education is a big deal at my practice. I also appreciate a good 'cheat sheet.' Very informative and well done!” Dr. Samantha Hodges, DAOM, L.Ac., CMT at Personal Best Acupuncture in Marin.
"This chart is amazing! My clients love looking at it and chatting about where they’re feeling pain." Tiffany Schaal from Breathe Easy Wellness.
This beautiful, full-color laminated 27x32 wall chart is an update from the original chart that was published in 2000. The NEW chart has nine new muscle motor points and six modified motor point locations. Not only can it be used for practitioner reference, but also patient education.
The chart comes ready to hang with two durable eyelets and thick lamination for durability and provides the practitioner with:
- Superficial and deep views of detailed muscle anatomy
- Anterior and posterior views of the body
- Over 110 motor point locations
- Easy to read, color-coded acupuncture points and meridians
- Muscle names and innervating spinal segment
- Instructive needle technique diagrams specifically for motor points
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3. C.SMA PRACTITIONER OF THE MONTH:
Richard Macgurn, L.Ac., C.SMA
Richard discusses how his SMAC education has helped him improve outcomes while treating patients in safety net clinic serving low-income communities and presents a case study about treating pes planus.
4. FEATURED ARTICLE
A Proprioceptive Needle Technique for the Neck & Completion of the 2019-2022 SMAC Program
By Matt Callison and Brian Lau
Last month we held our last Module IV: Neck, Shoulder and Upper Extremity Assessment & Treatment of Injury Class in NJ. As we are nearing completion for the extended ‘2019-2020’ Program, it gave us a chance to reflect on all the amazing new offerings we were able to introduce during this time, the amazing feedback we received and we also wanted to share some super cool needle
techniques that we presented!
5. SMAC PROGRAM CLASSES
To make registration easy for both online course and live in-person courses, we’ve created two registration pages—one for Live, In-Person
Classes (every class will still be offered in this format) and another for all Recorded Webinars (about 75% of the program is available in this format).
Bonus Repeat Discount!
If you took our live, online classes and are interested in retaking them as live, in person classes, you'll receive a 25% off discount! Just use the coupon code as listed in the Discounts & Coupon Codes tab on the Live Registration Page and email acusportinfo@gmail.com with a copy of your online CEU certificate of completion.
You’ll still have a two-year period of time to complete all of your classes to earn your certification, but this will allow you the flexibility to attend classes either in person or study on your own time. View our Class Descriptions page for a list of classes for each module and the available formats!
For those looking for certification, you will need to take all classes in every module, including the four practical, in-person only classes and then pass all four online module exams and the final in-person, practical exam.
- Module I Huatuojiaji Points: Vertebral Fixations and Facilitated Segments
- Module II: Assessment and Treatment of Low Back, Hip & Groin Injuries
- Module III: Assessment and Treatment of Lower Extremity Injuries
- Module IV: Assessment and Treatment of Neck, Shoulder & Upper Extremity Injuries
*Keep in mind the new class, Module I Sinew Channel Assessment and Myofascial Technique (SAM 1) is currently being offered in-person only until we host a live webinar in the year to come!
Also, don't forget that you can start the program with any Module and can take individual classes or all classes within a Module!
For questions and support, please visit our newly revised FAQ page. From registration to certification questions, this is an excellent resource to get all your questions answered. As always, if you have any additional questions, please email Patricia Botet at acusportinfo@gmail.com. We’re always here to help!
We only have a couple seats left for the second section, and very last class, of the 2019-2022 SMAC Program, Module IV: The Neck, Shoulder Assessment & Treatment of Injuries in San
Diego, CA June 23-26, 2022!
REGISTRATION IS ALSO NOW OPEN for the 2022-2023 SMAC Program! We are are already getting close to wait listing some of the classes so please register ASAP!
REGISTRATION IS ALSO NOW OPEN for our New Foundational Classes
IN PERSON
DATE: JULY 29-31, 2022
TIME: 8:30am-5pm PST
LOCATION: PACIFIC COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES, SAN DIEGO, CA
ONLINE
*offered through Net of Knowledge
DATE: JUNE 4, 2022
TIME: 10AM-12PM PST
Many discounts and payment options are now available for repeat, CSMA practitioners, acupuncture school students and when paying by check—PLEASE INQUIRE AND REFER TO THE DISCOUNTS & COUPON CODE TAB ON THE REGISTRATION PAGES!
Remember, you can start the program at any time AND taking individual classes within the SMAC Program is a way to earn your CEU’s without committing to the whole program or even a whole module.
DISCOUNTS & COUPON CODES: Please make sure to open the tab Discounts & Coupon Codes on the registration page of each class and enter the appropriate discount code in the Coupon Code section when registering. Coupon codes are case sensitive so please make sure to enter them exactly as they appear on the site. If a code does not work, do not submit your registration. Please email Patricia at acusportinfo@gmail.com first. Refunds and adjustments will not
be made once the registration has been submitted.
6. YOUTUBE CHANNEL: SPORTS MEDICINE ACUPUNCTURE
We're always updating the channel with new educational videos. Check it out and sign up to get notified when new videos get added! SUBSCRIBE TODAY
7. ACUSPORT EDUCATION'S STRATEGIC ALLIANCES
We want to make sure you know about the beneficial alliances that AcuSport Education has formed with Lhasa OMS and Unified Practice. This is just one of the ways we are fulfilling our goal to support our program graduates!
8. WANT TO STAY CONNECTED WITH US DURING THE MONTH?
Make sure to join our Sports Acupuncture Facebook Group where we post interesting treatment strategies and the sports
acupuncture community shares clinically relevant discussions that can help you improve your practice. We began moderating this new group on July 1, 2019. It is closed to the public, but open to ALL Licensed Acupuncturists and Acupuncture students (proof required) and ALL members of the group can post. The page is NOT exclusive to C.SMAs, so others training in Sports Acupuncture are welcome to post, though we think that the group will reflect Sports Medicine Acupuncture, especially if
C.SMAs post frequently. Below is a portion of the statement that appears on the 'About' page.
"This group is open to licensed and registered acupuncturists. The goal of this sports acupuncture group is to build unity in the field of Sports and Orthopedic acupuncture and to promote this field within the larger acupuncture community. While the administrators of the group are the creators of Sports Medicine Acupuncture®, sports and orthopedic are welcome to
post and discuss. The group is lightly moderated. Information from all traditions of acupuncture are welcome and encouraged, as they are collectively integrated into this forum, but please keep the conversation relevant to the above stated goals."
The current SMA Google Group (for C.SMA practitioners) and SMA Facebook page remain the same.
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