Positional Therapy, Level 1: Experiential Approach to Strain-Counterstrain & Muscle Energy Technique


Lee Albert, licensed massage therapist and popular Kripalu Healing Arts staff member, has 18 years’ experience helping people in chronic pain. Trained in neuromuscular therapy, orthopedic massage, positional therapy, and myofascial release, his speciality is…
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This amazing therapy for recovery from chronic pain is very gentle and easy to learn and works when many other approaches fail. The results are immediate and often permanent, bringing effective relief to a wide variety of physical ailments caused by injury, stress, repetitive motion, postural distortion, and chronic neuromuscular conditions.
Gifted Kripalu Healing Arts therapist Lee Albert teaches this experiential program in positional therapy. Lee’s teaching expertise and unique approach make this an engaging and enjoyable training as you learn a combination of strain-counterstrain and muscle energy techniques, stretches, and home-care elements to eliminate the causes of most neuromuscular pain patterns.
Under Lee’s guidance, you will learn by listening, watching, and doing and
- Discover the causes of pain and how to disable chronic pain mechanisms
- Learn to search for and recognize trigger points
- Start addressing specific conditions and injuries.
A wide range of professionals, including medical doctors, massage therapists, and yoga teachers as well as interested individuals, have benefited from this training. Expect to be surprised, have fun, and bring home an invaluable new toolbox for pain relief.
Note Wear loose, comfortable clothing. This program includes one evening session. Tuition includes a training manual. This program is not for those in acute pain.
- 21 credits for nurses (CS, NP, RN, LPN), $20 additional charge
- 21 credits for physical therapists (PT), $20 additional charge
- 21 credits for massage and body workers (NCBTMB), $20 additional charge
- 21 credits for athletic trainers (BOC), $20 additional charge
- 21 credits for yoga instructors (YA), $20 additional charge
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- tuition:
- $297
- meals & accommodations:
- $259–$999
- total cost range:
- $556–$1,296
Based on accommodations choice
Special Savings!
Take this program together with the one below and save $66.70:
Mar 9–13Positional Therapy, Level 2: Strain-Counterstrain and Muscle Energy Technique
About the Accommodations
- Standard Plus Rooms
- $512–$999
These quiet, private rooms are perfect for those who want a real retreat, and include simple décor, a double or queen-size bed, or twin beds.
- Standard Rooms
- $302–$378
These spare and peaceful rooms measure 8' x 12' and include a double or queen-size bed or platform twin beds.
- Dormitory
- $259
The dorms allow for 6-22 people per room, and offer simple bunk beds and nearby hall bathrooms.
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