Fascial Distortion Model Level 1 Module 1 Course

Des Moines University, Des Moines, IA

May 13-15, 2011

Purpose

The purpose of the program is to have the attendees participate in a fascial distortion model (FDM)
Level 1 module. The FDM is an anatomical perspective in which the underlying etiology of virtually
every musculoskeletal injury is considered to be comprised of one or more of six specific pathological
alterations of the body's connecting tissues (fascial bands, ligaments, tendons, retinacula, etc.). This
model not only allows for strikingly effective manipulative treatments for diverse afflictions such as
pulled muscles, sprained ankles and frozen shoulders, but the results are objective, obvious,
measurable, and immediate.

In the manipulative practice of the FDM (known as Typaldos manual therapy, or TMT), each injury is
envisioned through the treatment. Then the subjective complaints, body language, mechanism of injury,
and objective findings are woven together to create a meaningful diagnosis that has practical
applications. For instance, in contrast to the orthopedic model in which a sprained ankle is rested so
torn ligaments can heal, in the FDM approach, the specific anatomical distortions of the capsule,
ligaments, or surrounding fascia are physically reversed. Therefore, the anatomical injury no longer
exists, and the patient can walk without a limp and is pain free. Thus the typical sequence of orthopedic
interventions obligatorily prescribed (resting, ice, compression, elevation, antiinflammatory drugs, and
crutches) is no longer considered clinically relevant.

Target Audience

Attending physicians, mid-levels with a sponsoring physician attending the course, selected medical
students and selected residents.

Objectives

Upon conclusion of this program, learners will be able to:

 Define the fascial distortion model
 Define each of the six principal types of fascial distortions.
 Recognize and properly identify the body language for each of the six principal types of fascial
distortions.
 Think and diagnose shoulder, knee and ankle injuries using the fascial distortion model.
 Learn verbal skills in order to be able to easily articulate to patients and other doctors what you
are doing.
 Correct the first sprained ankle clinically encountered after this seminar.
 Effectively treat the next acutely sore shoulder seen in the office.

Primary Lecturer

Todd Capistrant, D.O.

Hands-on Instructors

Todd Capistrant, D.O., Gene Lenard, D.O., and Marjorie Kasten, P.T.

FDM Level 1 Module 1 Course; May 13 – 15, 2011

Agenda

May 13, 2011

7:30 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast

7:50 a.m. Welcome and introductions
8:00 a.m. Introduction to the FDM, history, terminology, fascia, the fascial distortions
11:15 a.m. The FDM changed my life
12:00 p.m. Lunch
1:00 p.m. Clinical progress of fascial distortions
1:50 p.m. Diagnosis of fascial distortions
3:00 p.m. Break
3:30 p.m. General treatment of fascial distortions theory: TB & HTP
4:15 p.m. Hands-on treatment of TB’s & HTP’s
4:50 p.m. General treatment of fascial distortions theory: CD & FD
5:30 p.m. Adjourn

May 14, 2011

7:30 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast

8:00 a.m. Hands-on treatment of CD & FD
8:40 a.m. General treatment of fascial distortions theory: CyD & TF
9:20 a.m. Hands-on treatment of CyD & TF
9:50 a.m. Diagnosis and treatment of shoulder conditions according to the FDM
10:30 a.m. Treatment of shoulder conditions practicum
11:15 a.m. Live patients
12:00 p.m. Lunch
1:00 p.m. Treatment of shoulder conditions practicum cont’d
2:00 p.m. Diagnosis and treatment of sprained ankles according to the FDM
2:30 p.m. Live patients followed by discussion of treatments
3:35 p.m. Treatment of ankle sprains practicum
5:00 p.m. Adjourn

May 15, 2011

7:30 a.m. Continental breakfast

8:00 a.m. Diagnosis and treatment of knee conditions according to the FDM
9:00 a.m. Treatment of knee conditions practicum
10:30 a.m. Live patient followed by discussion of treatment
11:30 a.m. Questions, wrap-up, and video
12:00 p.m. Adjourn and program evaluation

FDM Level 1 Module 1 Course; May 13 – 15, 2011

CME Credit

AOA: Des Moines University continuing education and the AOA Council on Continuing Medical
Education approve this program for a maximum of 20.0 hours of AOA 1-A Category CME credits.

Other: Attendees will be given a certificate of participation for 20.0 hours which will include: program
content, objectives, presenters, location, date, time and number of education hours offered.

Commercial Support

Educational grants were not accepted for this program.

Registration

 Professionals: Early registration is $500, after April 11 registration increased to $575.

 Students: $100

Disclosure Statement

Everyone in a position to control the content of this educational activity will disclose to the CME
provider and to attendees all relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest. They will also
disclose if any pharmaceuticals or medical procedures and devices discussed are investigational or
unapproved for use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Determination of educational
content for this program and the selection of speakers are responsibilities of the program director.
Firms providing financial support did not have input in these areas.

Contact

Vanessa Ross, CMP

Manager, Continuing Medical Education
3200 Grand Avenue, AC #505
Des Moines, IA 50312
Office: 515-271-1541
Fax: 515-271-4226
vanessa.ross@dmu.edu
www.dmu.edu/cme

FDM Level 1 Module 1 Course; May 13 – 15, 2011