I tore my calf muscle playing beach volleyball over the summer. After a week or so of TLC from my physical therapist, he progressed me to Astym treatments. It felt weird at first and I was unsure of how this would affect my calf muscle....
I had apparently injured my right knee while doing yard work, and thought I would give it some time to heal. After about a month, I saw no improvement, and thought it might be time to seek professional help. I have a very good friend...
I started going to therapy for my shoulder and my therapist suggested Astym treatment. Nothing else had helped so I figured why not. So Angela Lewis began treatment the next visit. After about 8 sessions, I was better. I lift heavy mats and uniforms for a...
Back in May of this year, I suffered an injury to my left quad from lifting. I continued to play thru the injury while treating it with ice each night. I had seen the school athletic trainer who gave me stretches. My parents decided to...
I have severe Bilateral Carpal Tunnel. I had surgery on my dominant left hand and have been dealing with the numbness, tingling, and lack of strength in my right. After a few Astym sessions with Hemal Patel, DPT, PT, Astym, the numbness is no longer...
The right surgery was done, the necessary radiation was performed, and now your prognosis is good. However, lingering impairments in movement from breast cancer treatment are common, but often go untreated. Scar tissue that may result from surgery and radiation can cause pain and restrict...
In June of 2011, I had a gastrocnemius release for plantar fasciitis and a heel spur. The calf tightness I experienced after my surgery was unimaginable. My therapist was able to alleviate my pain after several treatments using Astym and I can say I am...
I had foot surgery 6 months before seeing a physical therapist. I was not doing well with recovery and my walking ability was poor. I was introduced to Astym and immediately I felt an improved change as to the overall discomfort I had been experiencing. I...
My daughter Kimberly tore her right ACL while playing soccer in March 2012. She subsequently had ACL surgery on June 4th, 2012 with Patella tendon replacement. The first therapy center pushed Kimberly really hard and fast, and cleared her to run three months after surgery....
Thomas L. Sevier, MD, FACSM is a double board certified physician, consultant, author and medical researcher. As a team physician and event physician, he has provided medical coverage for many high-profile sporting events. Dr. Sevier established the first ACGME accredited Sports Medicine Fellowship in the...
Blended Learning
Online work before live course
8 hours/day for in-person portion
6-10 hours to complete online work
Eligible for up to 29.25 CEUs
Self-Paced
1:1 exams with instructors via Zoom
Access for 60 days
Up to 28 hours to complete
Eligible for up to 28 CEUs
The value of the Astym Certification remains the same whether a clinician has been certified through our hybrid learning experience or our online course experience. Both educational opportunities require intensive online training and interactive practical exams with an Astym Certified Instructor.
