Kinesiology Taping Workshop For Speech & Language Pathologists
Oral Motor Function - Dysphagia - Voice Therapy
1 Day Hands On Training
• Define Kinesiology Taping & Its Underlying Principles
• Explain the Physiological effects of KT on Human Body
• Integerate KT into existing Therapeutic interventions for optimal outcomes
• Determine appropriate candidates for KT intervention based on their specific needs and conditions
• Develop & Learn to apply individualised KT application
Experienced Senior Physiotherapist with a proven track record in optimizing human movement potential. Seeking a dynamic role within a collaborative healthcare team in your esteemed Healthcare Facility. Skilled in Musculoskeletal Disorders, Manual therapy, Sports Rehabilitation, Orthopaedic conditions.
Passionate about improving patient outcomes, clinical mentorship, training and development of team members. Committed to delivering evidence-based care and fostering a positive patient experience.
Jun 1995 - Nov 2000 Bachelor of Physiotherapy, The T.N Dr. M.G.R Medical University, Chennai, India
Present Pursuing Certification in Sports Performance Specialist
EXOS, USA Sep 2023 Certification in International
Certification in Dry Needling
Nov 2018 Certified Selective Functional Movement Assessment Therapist ,
Functional Movement Systems, USA
Oct 2018 Certified Functional Movement Screen Therapist ,
Functional Movement Systems, USA
May 2015 Certified Sports Injury Specialist (SIS) , NESTA USA
Feb 2015 Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) Part – A,B,C, & D , McKenzie Institute International
Apr 2014 Certified Mulligan Practitioner (CMP), Mulligan’s Concept Teacher’s Association, New Zealand
Nov 2013 Certified Kinesio Taping Practitioner (CKTP), International Partners
Jun 2010 Certificate in Spinal Manual Therapy (CSMT) , Manual Concepts, Accredited by Curtin University, Australia
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Movement Analysis Expert for Injury prevention for athletic and nonathletic population
Expert in Manual Therapy for spinal and peripheral joints used on various concepts i.e. Mulligan, Maitland, Cyriax, McKenzie etc.
Perform Musculoskeletal Ultra Sound imaging for diagnosis of soft tissue injuries and underlying pathology
Bio-Mechanical Functional Movement Assessment and Corrections Expert
Clinical Skills Training Expert
Sports Injury & Performance Specialist Expert
-------------- Research Publication -----------
Nov 2021 -- An Experimental Study to Analyse the Effect of Respiratory Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation techniques along with Conventional Physiotherapy in improving Oxygen Saturation, Respiratory rate and Heart Rate in Covid 19 patients admitted in ICU
------------ Invited Speaker-------------
Sep 2020 -- Role of Movement Assessment in MSK Physiotherapy
Oct 2019 -- Functional Movement Assessment Workshop as a part of in-house Training initiative in Al Ain Hospital
Dec 2019 -- Functional Movement Assessment workshop as a part of knowledge exchange initiative in Tawam Hospital
Nov 2024 -- Speech & Language Pathologists Conclave, Topic on Kinesiology Taping in Rehabilitation of Dysphagia
Morning Session:
• 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM: Registration and Introductions
• 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM: Welcome, Course Objectives, and Safety Considerations
o Overview of Kinesiology taping principles and benefits
o Contraindications and precautions for Kinesiology taping
o Hygiene and sanitation protocols
• 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM:Kinesiology Taping Fundamentals
o Muscle testing techniques for assessing muscle weakness and imbalances
o Basic Kinesiology taping techniques: I, Y, X, and fan shapes
o Application of Kinesiology tape with proper tension and anchorage
• 10:30 AM - 10:45 AM: Break
• 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM: Dysphagia and Kinesiology Taping
o Physiology of swallowing and common dysphagia symptoms
o Kinesiology taping techniques for improving tongue strength and coordination, hyolaryngeal elevation, and airway protection
o Case studies and demonstration of taping applications for dysphagia
Afternoon Session:
• 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Lunch Break
• 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM: Voice Therapy and Kinesiology Taping
o Physiology of voice production and common voice disorders
o Kinesiology taping techniques for improving vocal fold adduction, reducing vocal fold tension, and supporting respiratory function
o Case studies and demonstration of taping applications for voice therapy
• 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM: Oral Motor Function and Kinesiology Taping
o Anatomy and physiology of oral motor structures
o Kinesiology taping techniques for improving lip strength, tongue strength and coordination, and jaw stability
o Case studies and demonstration of taping applications for oral motor exercises
• 3:45 PM - 4:00 PM: Q&A and Wrap-up
o Review of key learning points
o Discussion of clinical applications and integration of Kinesiology taping into SLP practice
o Handouts and resources for continued learning
1 Day Hands On Training
• Define Kinesiology Taping & Its Underlying Principles
• Explain the Physiological effects of KT on Human Body
• Integerate KT into existing Therapeutic interventions for optimal outcomes
• Determine appropriate candidates for KT intervention based on their specific needs and conditions
• Develop & Learn to apply individualised KT application
