UWS Campus – FAKTR

FAKTR-Functional and Kinetic Treatment with Rehab

FAKTR (pronounced FACTOR) is actually a concept, not a technique. The acronym stands for Functional and Kinetic Treatment with Rehab. Co-Developed by Tom Hyde, DC, DACBSP, FRCCSS (Hon), ICSSD, CKTP, CSTI, GT, ART, FAKTR, FICC,  incorporates the latest research and evidence-based soft-tissue techniques into a comprehensive protocol to treat common disorders of the muskuloskeletal system and complicated injuries quickly and easily with impressive results. The co-developers utilized their training in a variety of soft tissue techniques including instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) to develop a concept that included function and treatment of the kinetic chain while utilizing various forms of rehabilitation at the same time. This unique approach to treating in the position of provocation (pain, loss of range of motion, feeling of tightness within the fascia/soft tissues) and during motion sets FAKTR-certified providers in a class all their own. FAKTR incorporates all of the above variations to evaluate and treat soft tissue/fascial conditions. These concepts are quick to apply, easy to grasp and produce rapid results. By attending a 12-hour live hands-on seminar and completing a 6.5 hour online course and exam, DCs, PTs, LMTs and ATs can become FAKTR-certified providers.

Learning Outcomes include:

At the conclusion of the program, participants will be able to:

1. Assess and determine the indications and contraindications for utilizing the FAKTR protocol to treat a variety of conditions and patient presentations from head-to-toe
2. Implement the FAKTR protocol incorporating IASTM or manual soft tissue treatment utilizing a variety of techniques to apply the five concepts of FAKTR to treat various musculoskeletal conditions
3. Recognize the significance of the literature presented in regards to its application to the care of acute injuries, including strains, sprains and tendonopathies to bring about and accelerate natural inflammatory and healing processes to decrease pain and increase range of motion.

Instructor: David Benevento, DC

Location: University of Western States
2900 NE 132nd Ave.
Portland, Oregon 97230
Saturday – East Hall 1
Sunday – East Hall 2
Hours: Saturday – 9am-5:30pm
Sunday – 9am-1pm

Please click here to register.