Are you a massage therapist looking for NCBTMB approved CE classes? Join Cynthia Ribiero on March 23, 2025 from 9am-6pm at NHI Santa Rosa for an in-person CE class.

Description:

Join us for an immersive, hands-on Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT) workshop specifically designed for addressing Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders a condition affecting millions and often causing pain, tension, headaches, and difficulty with jaw movement.

Whether you’re a seasoned therapist looking to expand your skillset or a beginner wanting to dive into the therapeutic world of TMJ treatment, this workshop is perfect for anyone eager to learn how NMT can effectively alleviate TMJ discomfort.

What You’ll Learn:

• Anatomy of the TMJ and surrounding muscles: Understand the key structures involved in TMJ disorders, including the masseter, temporalis, and pterygoid muscles.
• NMT techniques for TMJ disorders: Learn how to use neuromuscular therapy techniques, trigger point therapy, and myofascial release to alleviate muscle tension, reduce pain, and improve jaw mobility.
• Assessment and treatment protocols: Get practical tips for assessing TMJ dysfunction, identifying trigger points, and creating personalized treatment plans for your clients.
• Decreasing headaches and facial pain: Discover how treating TMJ-related muscles can not only relieve jaw pain but also reduce migraines, tension headaches, and neck discomfort often linked to TMJ issues.

This workshop includes academic lecture, demonstrations, and guided hands-on practice, so you’ll leave feeling confident in applying these techniques to improve the comfort and well-being of your clients.

Who Should Attend?

• Massage Therapists: Expand your therapeutic toolbox to include specialized techniques for treating TMJ disorders.
• Chiropractors, Physical Therapists, and Osteopaths: Learn new approaches to treat your patients experiencing TMJ pain and dysfunction.
• Anyone interested in the body’s natural healing processes: Whether you’re looking to address your own TMJ issues or explore a career in therapeutic healing, this workshop will provide valuable insights.

Why Attend?

• Learn directly from experienced professionals in the field.
• Gain practical, hands-on experience with personalized guidance.
• Deepen your understanding of TMJ disorders and their impact on overall health.
• Walk away with a toolkit of techniques to immediately apply in your practice.

Join us for this interactive and informative workshop, and take your practice to the next level by mastering effective treatments for TMJ disorders. We look forward to seeing you there and helping you unlock new healing possibilities!

WORKSHOP COST | $350

EARLY BIRD WORKSHOP COST | $250 if registered by March 16, 2025

CURRENT NHI STUDENTS & ALUMNI COST | Contact your local SLCC for an exclusive discount code!

This class is NCBTMB Approved for 3.0 hours of continuing education credit

Instructor Bio | Cynthia Ribeiro

Cynthia came to the United States from Brazil, where she had attained a degree in Physical Education and studied Surgical Nursing. In the U.S., she graduated from two massage schools, and now specializes in Neuromuscular Therapy and Orthopedic Massage.

A highly dynamic teacher, she has taught advanced anatomy and injury rehabilitation skills since 1988. Her in-person Advanced Neuromuscular Therapy workshops are in high demand throughout U.S. and Canada. Cynthia frequently presents at state and national massage therapy conventions and has had great success with both her in-person and online course offerings.

As founder and owner of Western Institute of Neuromuscular Massage Therapy (WIN) in Southern California, Cynthia developed highly effective therapeutic bodywork, and has brought that material to NHI for the 450 hour program in Advanced Neuromuscular Therapy.

In 2003, she was appointed Honorary Clinical Professor at the University California Irvine Medical School. In 2012 she became National President for the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA). In 2017 she received the Jerome Perlinski, Teacher of the Year Award.

Cynthia has also served as a Board of Directors member of the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB).

A continual inspiration to her students, she nevertheless says, “I am always a student myself, and I strongly believe in lifelong learning.”

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