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We offer the following Courses:

           ●      Chinese Medical Acupressure                 
 

●      Tuina - Chinese Medical Massage   
 

●     Chinese Medical Nutrition Therapy
 

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For More Information Call: (905) 509-3796
Robert Youngs R.M.T., DTCM, M.M.Q.

Chinese Medical Acupressure

 Taught By

Dr. Zoran Jelicic, RMT, DTCM

 *** Next Course Starts January 8th, 2011 ***

 COURSE OUTLINE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course introduces the basic theories and single manipulation skills of Chinese Medical Acupressure. Students will study interactively, the TCM theories that the Chinese Medical Acupressure practice is based on. Then, the most commonly used hands-on techniques and their general application in the TCM clinic will be covered in lab sessions. While students learn how to perform the central Chinese Medical Acupressure technique, the particular focus will be on each technique application with additional attention to degree of pressure, stimulus and expected bodily response. Students will also learn how to achieve the strength and skill necessary to administer a Chinese Medical Acupressure treatment for common musculoskeletal, digestive, gynecological, cardiovascular and respiratory conditions effectively in the clinical setting.

 COURSE OBJECTIVES

 At the completion of this course the student will be able to:

·                    Understand the theory of Chinese Medical Acupressure.

·                    Understand the relationship between Chinese Medical Acupressure, tuina, herbal medicine, acupuncture and qi gong.

·                    Perform prescribed techniques of Chinese Medical Acupressure.

·                    Describe the location and indication of the commonly used acupoints in Chinese Medical Acupressure.

·                    Treat common musculoskeletal, digestive, gynecological, cardiovascular and respiratory conditions with Chinese Medical Acupressure.

COURSE STRUCTURE AND CONTENT

Structure of the Course:

The course is modular in structure. Student will be expected to show that they have reached the minimum standard in each module. Handouts provided by the Instructor will cover all the content of the course, but students are encouraged to research further on Chinese Medical Acupressure theory in order to improve their understanding of this part of traditional Chinese medicine.

 Modules:

1. Introduction to basic Chinese Medical Acupressure theory

2. The Chinese Medical Acupressure points & techniques

3. The Chinese Medical Acupressure treatments

Module 1. Introduction to basic Chinese Medical        Acupressure theory

• A brief history of  Chinese Medical Acupressure
• The concept of Chinese Medical Acupressure techniques

Module 2. The Chinese Medical Acupressure points & techniques

• A range of basic, compound and passive techniques using fingers, palms, hands, elbows and forearms.
• Chinese Medical Acupressure points for whole body.
• The clinical application and therapeutic effects of Chinese Medical Acupressure techniques.

Module 3. The Chinese Medical Acupressure treatments

• The indications, precautions and contraindications for Chinese Medical Acupressure  treatments will be introduced and discussed.
• Chinese Medical Acupressure treatments for common musculoskeletal, digestive, gynecological, cardiovascular and respiratory conditions will be introduced.

 Total: 64 hours

 INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES 

This course will be presented by the use of lecture, laboratory and group discussion with the emphasis on clinical environment learning. 

RESOURCES

 Required Texts

 Acupressure Manual and course handouts

 Course fee -

For More Information Call: (905) 509-3796
Robert Youngs R.M.T., DTCM, M.M.Q.

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 Tuina - Chinese Medical Massage

 Taught By

Dr. Zoran Jelicic, RMT, DTCM

 COURSE OUTLINE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course introduces the basic theories and single manipulation skills of Tuina. Students will study interactively, the TCM theories that the Tuina practice is based on. Then, the most commonly used hands-on techniques and their general application in the TCM clinic will be covered in lab sessions. While students learn how to perform the central Tuina technique, the particular focus will be on each technique application with additional attention to degree of pressure, stimulus and expected bodily response. Students will also learn how to achieve the strength and skill necessary to administer a Tuina treatment for common musculoskeletal, digestive, gynecological, cardiovascular and respiratory conditions effectively in the clinical setting.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

At the completion of this course the student will be able to:

·                    Understand the theory of Tuina.

·                    Understand the relationship between Tuina, herbal medicine, acupuncture and qi gong.

·                    Perform prescribed techniques of Tuina.

·                    Describe the location and indication of the commonly used acupoints in Tuina.

Treat common musculoskeletal, digestive, gynecological, cardiovascular and

COURSE STRUCTURE AND CONTENT

Structure of the Course:

The course is modular in structure. Student will be expected to show that they have reached the minimum standard in each module. Handouts provided by the Instructor will cover all the content of the course, but students are encouraged to research further on Tuina theory in order to improve their understanding of this part of traditional Chinese medicine.

Modules:

1. Introduction to basic Tuina theory

2. The Tuina techniques

3. The Tuina treatments

Module 1. Introduction to basic Tuina theory

• A brief history of  Tuina
• The concept of Tuina techniques
• Tuina training methods

Module 2. The Tuina techniques

• A range of basic, compound and passive techniques using fingers, palms, hands, elbows and forearms.
• Tuina techniques for neck and shoulders, arms, back, legs and head and face.
• The clinical application and therapeutic effects of Tuina techniques.

Module 3. The Tuina treatments

• The indications, precautions and contraindications for Tuina treatments will be introduced and discussed.
• Tuina treatments for common musculoskeletal, digestive, gynecological, cardiovascular and respiratory conditions will be introduced.

 Total: 64 hours

INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES

This course will be presented by the use of lecture, laboratory and group discussion with the emphasis on clinical environment learning.

RESOURCES

Required Texts

 Tuina course handouts

 Pritchard, Sarah (2010) Tui Na A Manual of Chinese Massage Therapy: Churchill Livingstone/ Elsevier, London.

 Course fee -

For More Information Call: (905) 509-3796
Robert Youngs R.M.T., DTCM, M.M.Q.

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 Chinese Medical Nutrition Therapy

 Taught By

Dr. Zoran Jelicic, RMT, DTCM

 *** Next Course Starts January 22nd, 2011 ***

 COURSE OUTLINE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Chinese Medical Nutrition Therapy (Shi Liao) basic theory will be introduced in the first part of this course. The principles and commonly used formulas of the TCM dietetics will be covered in the part two of this course, providing students with an opportunity to learn clinical applications of the Chinese medical nutrition therapy.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

At the completion of this course the student will be able to:

·        Differentiate and diagnose appropriate Chinese medical nutrition related conditions.

·        Discuss appropriate ways to address diet & nutritional issues presented by the clients in the clinical practice.

·        Applied critical thinking skills in terms of determining the appropriate nutritional prescription secondary to the primary TCM diagnosis.

·        Demonstrate an ability to apply effective and appropriate nutritional strategy to relevant TCM-based clinical situations

COURSE STRUCTURE AND CONTENT

Structure of the Course:

The course is modular in structure. Student will be expected to show that they have reached the minimum standard in each module. Handouts provided by the Instructor will cover all the content of the course. However, students are encouraged to research further on the therapeutic usage of nutrition therapy in traditional Chinese medicine.

Module 1 - Theory

·         Introduction to the Basic Principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Chinese Dietetics

·         Methodology of Nutritional Therapy

Module 2 - Chinese Dietetics in Practice

·         Basic Recommendations of Chinese Dietetics

·         Special Significance of the Earth Phase

·         Nutrition and Daily Rhythms

·         Nutrition and Seasonal Rhythms

·         Nutrition and Pathogenic Factors

·         Nutrition and the Human Life Cycle

Module 3 - Practical Application of Chinese Dietetics

·         General Applications of Chinese Dietetics

·         Application of Chinese Dietetics for Specific Conditions

Module 4 - Food Classification

·         Vegetables

·         Grains and Soy

·         Spices, Herbs, Sweeteners, Condiments.

·         Fruit

·         Meat and Poultry

·         Fish/Sea Food

·         Dairy Products, Eggs, Oils and Fats

·         Nuts and Seeds

·         Alcoholic Beverages, Coffee and Tea

Module 5 - Clinical Examples

·         Respiratory Tract Disorders

·         Gastrointestinal Disorders

·         Cardiovascular Disorders

·         Eye Disorders

·         Skin Disorders

·         Urogenital Disorders.

·         Gynecological Disorders

Total: 64 hours

INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES

This course will be presented by the use of lecture and group discussion with the emphasis on clinical environment learning.

RESOURCES

Required Text

Course handouts

Kastner, Joerg Chinese Nutrition Therapy Thieme, New York 2004

Pitchford, Paul Healing With Whole Foods North Atlantic Books, Berkeley 2002

Course fee - 

For More Information Call: (905) 509-3796
Robert Youngs R.M.T., DTCM, M.M.Q.

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