The course is addressed exclusively in those who have attended the courses Basic I & II.  

Course language will be English with simultaneous translation to Greek.

EPIMORFOSIS intends to organize the PNF 3 (Advanced) seminar with professor Beate Selker.

The seminar lasts 5 days and will be held in Athens.

The cost of the seminar is 600€.

To finalize your participation, you will have to pay 250€.

The remaining amount of 350€ must be deposited at least 2 days before the beginning of the seminar.

P.N.F.  Method

 Level 3 consists of 4 hours patients demonstration (two participants per one patient).

All participants will be tested.

The test will consist of 2 parts: written and practical test.

The PROPRIOCEPTIVE NEUROMUSCULAR FACILITATION – P.N.F is one of the most famous and most important methods used by physiotherapists for rehabilitation of diseases and injuries of both nervous and musculoskeletal system.
The application of the diagonal pattern of PNF in order to facilitate muscle contraction, the application of strengthening and relaxation techniques of muscles, the application of mobilization and stabilization techniques of these joints as well as the techniques to improve balance and muscle synergy, bring maximum operating results.

In 1946 the method started from KABAT – KAISER Institute and continued with the cooperation of VOSS – KNOTT (1952 – 1963), in ADLER till today.
The method was developed and updated and became fully accepted for its result in the treatment of neurological, orthopedics and rheumatological patients.
Since then, the method has been widely taught in physiotherapists all over the world.

^{Objective PNF 3}

The emphasis of this advanced course, PNF 3, is on functional problem solving for different common functional limitations.

PNF3 represents the 3rd. week of course instruction and contains a minimum of 37 hours.
Participants must work a minimum of 6 months using PNF before progressing to PNF 3.

All participants will be tested. The test will consist of 2 parts: written and practical test plus patient demonstration.
All participants receive a written evaluation from the instructor.

You could find more information on the page: www.ipnfa.org

Number of Participants: The number of participants will not exceed 16 individuals. If stakeholders are more than 16, a waiting list will be kept based on the date of the finalization of participation (date of down payment).

At the end of the seminar, a certificate of attendance, recognized by I.P.N.F.A. will be issued.

Printed material (handouts) will be provided.

Day 1 Topic: Trunk
08:30 Welcome, Introduction. Objectives of level 3 “problem solving” Short introduction of the testing procedures. Short repetition of philosophy, basic principles. The tactile stimulus, variation for different muscle contractions, inhibitory mobilisation of soft tissue. Repetition of pattern and techniques by workshops. Facilitation of trunk function „the 2 rotating muscle chains of the trunk“(presentation) and practical application. Upper trunk pattern: Chopping and adaptions – Lifting and adaptions. Neck for cervical-thoracic junction. bilateral UE, LE. Lower trunk pattern for stability, mobility: Lower trunk flexion- and rotation, bridging  ICF evaluation.
11.30 – 12.30 Patient demonstration by the instructor Discussion
17:30 End of the day.

Day 2 Topic: Vital function
08.30 Continuing trunk function what is left from the day before. Demonstration of results of workshops 1st day. Vital function – repetition. Breathing (Video). Pattern and breathing. Orofacial facilitation, basics. Orofacial reflexes. Orofacial stimulation, chewing, swallowing. M. omohyoideus, M. digastricus.
11.30 – 12.30 Patient treatment by participants.
12:30 – 13:30 lunch continuing vital function. Discussion and treatment planning for the next day.
17:30 End of the day.

Day 3 Topic: Gait
08.30 Repetition of Gait analysis and phases. Collecting typical gait disorders by the participants. MST: lack of p. D, pronation, knee control. MSW: lack of abdominals, a. E. external rotation, hip flex. TST: lack of hip ext.,  Eccentric, weakness of triceps. TSW: instabil low trunk. IC/ LR: lack of knee control, lack of control of  external rotation, medial collaps. PSW: hypertonus of extensors, lack of stability in stance leg. ISW: lateral flexion of the trunk, Circumduction, weakness of dorsi flexors Workshop in groups.
11.30 – 12.30 Patient treatment by participants.
12:30 – 13:30 lunch. Demonstration of results of workshops, practising results.
17:30 End of day

Day 4 Topic: Matprogram
08.30 Normal motor development as base for treatment on mats. What does the child exercises in which stage of development? A hint for treating adults. Repetition of Stages of motor control. Patterns in transfers. Supine Progression. Prone Progression. 3 balance reactions: riding – Steping- and balance reaction. Postural control. Abnormal reflexes in neurological patients influencing the treatment
11.30 – 12.30 Patient treatment by participants
12:30 – 13:30 Lunch
16:30 Written test.
17:30 End of day

Day 5 Topic: Practical testing
08:30 Every 45 min a couple of participants to be examed practically. Meanwhile workshop for the other participants: 1. “Motor learning basic principles” – handout. Write down a conclusion and present it to your course colleagues. 2. “Collect testing procedures”. For body structure and body function level. For activity- and participation level and present it to your course colleagues 3. “When and why would you treat indirectly” Write down a conclusion and present it to your course colleagues. Presentation of the results of the workshop. Final discussion. Out view of further PNF education, delivery of certificates.

1. Credit or Deposit card payment
You can deposit the down payment or the total fee via credit or deposit card (Visa, Mastercard & American Express) from the webpage of each course, through VivaPayments.
You are solely responsible for the proper entry and the genuineness of your credit/deposit card’s details. EPIMORFOSIS bears no responsibility in case of any error.
Any payment commission is charged to  EPIMORFOSIS

2. Deposit – Transfer to our bank account.
You can deposit or transfer the requested amount for your registration to the following accounts, writing your full name in the field “Reason for the Beneficiary”:
PIRAEUS BANK:
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Beneficiary: EPIMORFOSIS KENTRO EPIMORFOSIS STELECHON YGEIAS OE
 
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1. A certificate of attendance, a degree or a diploma will be issued.
2. Printed handouts are provided (notes or relevant book).
3. In case of cancellation of the seminar due to EPIMORFOSIS’s responsibility, deposited fees will be refunded immediately.
4. EPIMORFOSIS reserves the right to change the date or postopone  seminars, informing participants by phone and / or sms & e-mail. In such a  case participants are entitled to request full refund of their fees if they do not wish to attend the seminar on the new date or to use this amount for their participation in other seminars or services of the company.
5. In the event of a strike, government’s bans, heavy bad weather, and generally any event beyond the reasonable control of the organisers  which impedes the execution of part or all of the seminar, the organizers reserve the right to change the date and time of the event. In this case the fees are not refundable but are valid as they are.
6. Cancellation of participation due to participant’s responsibility is possible only by email, as follows:
• up to 30 days prior to the start of the seminar, all deposits are refundable.
• up to 15 days prior to the start of the seminar, 50% is refundable.
• no refund after this deadline, exceptions could be only by decision of EPIMORFOSIS.
7. It is possible to transfer deposited amounts to other seminars.
8. The realisation of the course will be confirmed by email or/and sms to be sent to participants, in time.
9. It is advised not to purchase your flight tickets until you receive this confirmation email (or/and sms).
10. LLC-1 EPIMORFOSIS keeps the right to change course venues & Lecturers.