Maryland Association of Osteopathic Physicians
OMT SKILLS WORKSHOP 2025
Join us November 8-9 for this very special event.
Earn Up to 12 Hours of CME
OMT SKILLS LAB: An Introductory Course in Functional and Indirect Techniques
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
This three-day immersive course introduces osteopathic medical professionals to the principles and practice of indirect and functional techniques. Participants will explore the theoretical foundations and practical application of methods such as Counterstrain, Indirect Myofascial Release (iMFR), Facilitated Positional Release (FPR), and Balanced Ligamentous Tension (BLT). Emphasis will be placed on diagnostic strategies, integration of indirect techniques into treatment planning, and the art of clinical decision-making. The course fosters precision, adaptability, and therapeutic presence through hands-on labs and case-based learning.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Explain the theoretical underpinnings of indirect and functional osteopathic techniques.
- Differentiate between direct and indirect approaches, and describe the concepts of ease, bind, and somatic dysfunction.
- Demonstrate basic diagnostic screening using standing, seated, and supine assessment strategies.
- Apply the principles and techniques of Counterstrain, iMFR, FPR, and BLT in lab settings.
- Recognize when and how to shift between techniques based on the needs of the patient.
- Describe the decision-making process involved in precision diagnostics within osteopathic manual therapy.
- Conduct a clinically relevant osteopathic case history.
AOA CME STATEMENT
The Maryland Association of Osteopathic Physicians is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians.
The Maryland Association of Osteopathic Physicians designates this program for a maximum of 12 AOA Category 1-A credits and will report CME and specialty credits commensurate with the extent of the physician’s participation in this activity.
COURSE SCHEDULE
Saturday, November 8, 2025 (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
8:00 – 8:30 | Morning Refresher
8:30 – 9:00 | Indirect Techniques Lecture
9:00 – 9:15 | Lecture: Muscles and Fascia of the Upper Extremity
11:00 – 12:00 | iMFR – Introduction and Lecture
12:00 – 1:30 | Lunch Break
2:00 – 3:30 | iMFR – Hands-on Lab: Application & Re-evaluation
3:30 – 3:45 | Break
3:45 – 5:00 | FPR – Lecture and Lab
Sunday,
November 9, 2025 (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
8:00 – 8:30 | Morning Update and Refresher
8:30 – 9:15 | Motion Present & Motion Permitted – Synchronizing as therapeutic process
9:15 – 10:30 | BLT – Lecture and Lab
10:30 – 10:45 | Break
10:45 – 11:30 | Precision Diagnostics – Clinical decision-making and lab
11:30 – 12:00 | Case-Based Review & Closing Remarks
DAYS TO GO!
Registration Fees
Physician
$400
MEMBER PRICE
Resident
$100
LOCATION
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