All About the Anterior Cervicals Presented by Alex Susbauer, BCSI, LMT, CPT

4 Contact Hour CEs, NCBTMB Approval Pending

$100

Freeing and balancing the anterior cervicals can have profound effects on clients’ necks, heads, jaws, rib cages and shoulders. In this 4 hour deep dive we will cover the anatomy, movement, postural implications, indications, contraindications and bodywork treatment for the SCM, scalenes and longus colli and capitis.

This workshop is part of a series of “Deep Dive” Workshops held by Alex in his studio space in Mt Tabor. As such, space is limited to 8 students.

Please contact Alex directly to sign up at alexsusbauer@gmail.com.

Ethics is a complex concept that is simultaneously an incredibly important concept. Nearly every day most of us in the field of bodywork are faced with ethical concerns, Sometimes small.... sometimes not so small. Whether it is directly with the clients we are working with or perhaps an employer that we are working for. Issues can even arise between peers or coworkers in the field as well. The decisions that we make that the actions that we engage in not only reflect our own personal and professional code of ethics but also have an effect upon the industry of massage and bodywork as a whole. A strong and clear understanding of the ethical principles that guide each and everyone of us through our days is essential to support healthy work practices and professional relationships. 

Join Jonathan Primack BA~ LMT # 10789 as we look at the concept of ethics through the intricate and fascinating lens of neuroscience. Taking a closer look at the complicated structure of the central and peripheral nervous system, as well as its development within each individual, will create a meaningful perspective on how it interprets, processes, and reacts to the world that surrounds us. It is in this way we can better understand many of the ethical scenarios we face regularly. This four hour workshop meets the standards outlined by the OBMT & The Washington Department Of Health.

Cost: $ 80

Only ten spaces available

Location: Class is being held at my bodywork studio in North West Portland Oregon.

The address is 1842 NW 25th Ave. Suite E

4 In person CEs - NCBTMB Approved Provider #1000101

Register by clicking HERE.

Announcing the first of a new, 5 part series: Structure & Function: Posture, Gait, Movement and Integrative Manual Therapy Strategies.

Structure & Function of the Lower Leg, Ankle & Foot: Posture, Gait, Movement and Integrative Manual Therapy Strategies with Alex Susbauer, LMT, BCSI, CPT.

Tuesday, 3/19/24, 5:00-9:00 PM

Cost: $100

4 CEs, NCBTMB Approval Pending

Based on the popular Posture Assessment Deep Dive Series, this workshop will explore the bone, fascial and muscular structure of the foot, ankle, lower leg and knee. We will examine the shape of the bones, the manner in which they line up to make the joints, the connective tissues that hold them together, and the muscles that move them. Using these building blocks we will explore posture, gait and several functional movements of the knee, lower leg, ankle and foot. We will explore common postural patterns and the myofascial structures that lead to these patterns. We will perform gait analysis in comparison to the postural assessment. We will explore how fascial lines of tension telegraph across the lower limbs and into the pelvis. We will also look at ways to recognize restricted fascia and tense muscles, even in areas where the posture is neutral. Students will be given a worksheet of posture, gait and movement checks to go through when assessing clients.

The workshop will be generously peppered with Integrative Bodywork Strategies to address the issues found in assessment. These strategies are open-ended enough to allow the participants to address the issues they assess in whatever style/modality they choose. We will look at numerous examples of postural distortion patterns in a slideshow format but we will also be spending most of our time looking at the posture, gait and movement of workshop participants. Please bring or wear lower body assessment appropriate clothing such as athletic shorts if you would like to have your posture assessed in class.

This workshop is part of the “Deep Dive” Series of Workshops held by Alex in his studio space in Mt Tabor. As such, space is limited to 8 students. Don’t delay signing up, the first workshop filled up in less than 24 hours…if there are enough sign-ups a second workshop will be offered next year.

Please contact Alex directly to sign up at alexsusbauer@gmail.com.

THE WORK-LESS WORKSHOP: A DEEP DIVE INTO SUSTAINABLE BODY MECHANICS
3/5/24, 5-9 PM
4 Contact hour CEs, NCBTMB Approval Pending

Cost $100

It's no secret that manual therapy (indeed anything you do often with your hands) can lead to overuse injuries, and sometimes these injuries can be career ending. The statistics of injury in massage therapy are alarming. However, there are ways to work that will accelerate this overuse process and ways to work that will mitigate these stresses on one's hands. In this workshop (which is an extension of the All About Tendons and Fascia Workshop) we will examine the science behind fascia, tendons, and overuse injuries, and use this as a springboard to explore body mechanics techniques that will help avoid overusing the hands when performing massage and bodywork. Concepts covered include: how little can you work to be effective, understanding the intention for your techniques, exploring alternate client positions, how to involve your client in the therapeutic process, and things you can do to help your own fascia stay healthy.

We will first take some time to explore the science of injury and fascia. Then, I will demonstrate body mechanics ideas across the entire body, utilizing common client complaint areas as a focus. Finally, there will be plenty of table-side assistance time to help you figure out mechanics that work FOR YOU! Students are encouraged to bring in challenges they have when working with clients at the table.

This workshop is not about “good” body mechanics, it is about SUSTAINABLE body mechanics.

This workshop is part of a series of “Deep Dive” Workshops held by Alex in his studio space in Mt Tabor. As such, space is limited to 8 students.

Presented by Alex Susbauer of Integration Nation Bodywork

NCBTMB Approved Provider #1000101

Please contact Alex directly to sign up at alexsusbauer@gmail.com.

Intraoral Bodywork 101

Presented by Alex Susbauer, BCSI, LMT, CPT

This workshop will cover the basics of getting started with Intraoral Bodywork, including sanitation protocols, informed consent, jaw assessment, jaw anatomy and procedures to safely and effectively work with the masseter, temporalis, medial pterygoid, lateral pterygoid muscles as well as basics for the suprahyoids.

This workshop is part of a series of “Deep Dive” Workshops held by Alex in his studio space in Mt Tabor. As such, space is limited to 8 students.

Tuesday, February 27th 5:00-9:00 PM

Cost: $100

4 Contact Hour CEs

Please contact Alex directly to sign up at alexsusbauer@gmail.com.

As bodyworkers… as massage therapists…. As health care professionals we encounter the issues of pain with every single client that we work with. Pain and how we manage it is more complicated than most of us actually realize. We as health care professionals have a very important role on the front line of pain management and the more we understand the complex nature of pain the better equipped we are to support our clients. Together we will take a look at the most up to date aspects of pain science and get a better, deeper, more accurate look at how pain is created and how to help our clients more effectively. Exploring the nervous, endocrine, and immune systems will give you a more nuanced understanding the Biopsychosocial model of pain theory. This four hour class will also be taking a deeper look at the Inflammatory Response as well as the specific phases of injury and recovery. 

Join Jonathan C. Primack BA-LMT for this in depth look at pain theory, its mechanisms and its impact on us as human beings.

When : Wednesday February 21st  2024

Cost : $ 88

Only ten spaces available

Location: Class is being held at my bodywork studio in North West Portland Oregon.

The address is 1842 NW 25th Ave. Suite E

4 In person CEs - NCBTMB Approved Provider #1000101

Register by clicking HERE.

Intraoral Bodywork 101

Presented by Alex Susbauer, BCSI, LMT, CPT

This workshop will cover the basics of getting started with Intraoral Bodywork, including sanitation protocols, informed consent, jaw assessment, jaw anatomy and procedures to safely and effectively work with the masseter, temporalis, medial pterygoid, lateral pterygoid muscles as well as basics for the suprahyoids.

This workshop is part of a series of “Deep Dive” Workshops held by Alex in his studio space in Mt Tabor. As such, space is limited to 8 students.

Tuesday, February 19th 5:00-9:00 PM

Cost: $100

4 Contact Hour CEs

Please contact Alex directly to sign up at alexsusbauer@gmail.com.

Intraoral Bodywork 101

Presented by Alex Susbauer, BCSI, LMT, CPT

This workshop will cover the basics of getting started with Intraoral Bodywork, including sanitation protocols, informed consent, jaw assessment, jaw anatomy and procedures to safely and effectively work with the masseter, temporalis, medial pterygoid, lateral pterygoid muscles as well as basics for the suprahyoids.

This workshop is part of a series of “Deep Dive” Workshops held by Alex in his studio space in Mt Tabor. As such, space is limited to 8 students.

Tuesday, February 6th 5:00-9:00 PM

Cost: $100

4 Contact Hour CEs

Please contact Alex directly to sign up at alexsusbauer@gmail.com.

Ethics is a complex concept that is simultaneously an incredibly important concept. Nearly every day most of us in the field of bodywork are faced with ethical concerns, Sometimes small.... sometimes not so small. Whether it is directly with the clients we are working with or perhaps an employer that we are working for. Issues can even arise between peers or coworkers in the field as well. The decisions that we make that the actions that we engage in not only reflect our own personal and professional code of ethics but also have an effect upon the industry of massage and bodywork as a whole. A strong and clear understanding of the ethical principles that guide each and everyone of us through our days is essential to support healthy work practices and professional relationships. 

Join Jonathan Primack BA~ LMT # 10789 as we look at the concept of ethics through the intricate and fascinating lens of neuroscience. Taking a closer look at the complicated structure of the central and peripheral nervous system, as well as its development within each individual, will create a meaningful perspective on how it interprets, processes, and reacts to the world that surrounds us. It is in this way we can better understand many of the ethical scenarios we face regularly. This four hour workshop meets the standards outlined by the OBMT & The Washington Department Of Health.

When: Wednesday January 24th 2024 ~  5-9pm

Cost: $ 80

Only ten spaces available

Location: Class is being held at my bodywork studio in North West Portland Oregon.

The address is 1842 NW 25th Ave. Suite E

4 In person CEs - NCBTMB Approved Provider #1000101

Register by clicking HERE.

Note: This Workshop was rescheduled from 1/16/24.

Give Them a Hand: A Deep Dive into Hand and Forearm Anatomy, Pathology and Bodywork.

Presented by Alex Susbauer, BCSI, LMT, CPT

Working with our hands is a very rewarding and potentially injury-causing activity and the line between use and overuse is often very small. This workshop aims to take a deeper look at the anatomy of the forearm and hand and explore common pathologies seen in a manual therapy practice. All of this will be interwoven with specific, focused bodywork for the forearm and hand with an emphasis on techniques that won’t overuse the therapist’s hands in the process. We will discuss ways in which bodywork can support our clients with hand and forearm issues and when it would be more appropriate to refer our clients out. Some highlights include: tenosynovitis conditions, carpal tunnel syndrome, epicondyle related pathologies, nerve locations as well as radius and carpal movements and mobilizations.

This workshop is part of a series of “Deep Dive” Workshops held by Alex in his studio space in Mt Tabor. As such, space is limited to 8 students.

Tuesday, 1/23/24 5:00-9:00 PM

Cost: $100

4 Contact Hour CEs

Please contact Alex directly to sign up at alexsusbauer@gmail.com.

The Mostly Side Lying Neck Workshop

Presented by Alex Susbauer, BCSI, LMT, CPT

Having been forced by injury to make some significant changes to my style of bodywork, I’ve discovered that it is possible to not only do effective work on the neck in the sidelying position, but that the side lying position affords a unique access point to allow manual therapy that can’t be done as easily or effectively in other positions.

We will first take a tour of the anatomy of the neck to get a deeper understanding of where and how we will be working. Then we will explore the possibilities that the side lying position can offer Integrative Manual Therapy. Highlights include cleaning the splenius pocket, eye engagements to release the suboccipitals, and a safe, effective way to work with the anterior cervical muscles.

While this workshop is designed to stand on its own, it is a great complement to the IBMT Workshops involving the Torso, Neck, and Shoulders.

This workshop is part of a series of “Deep Dive” Workshops held by Alex in his studio space in Mt Tabor. As such, space is limited to 8 students.

Tuesday, January 9th 5:00-9:00 PM

Cost: $100

4 Contact Hour CEs

Please contact Alex directly to sign up at alexsusbauer@gmail.com.

Give Them a Hand: A Deep Dive into Hand and Forearm Anatomy, Pathology and Bodywork.

Presented by Alex Susbauer, BCSI, LMT, CPT

Working with our hands is a very rewarding and potentially injury-causing activity and the line between use and overuse is often very small. This workshop aims to take a deeper look at the anatomy of the forearm and hand and explore common pathologies seen in a manual therapy practice. All of this will be interwoven with specific, focused bodywork for the forearm and hand with an emphasis on techniques that won’t overuse the therapist’s hands in the process. We will discuss ways in which bodywork can support our clients with hand and forearm issues and when it would be more appropriate to refer our clients out. Some highlights include: tenosynovitis conditions, carpal tunnel syndrome, epicondyle related pathologies, nerve locations as well as radius and carpal movements and mobilizations.

This workshop is part of a series of “Deep Dive” Workshops held by Alex in his studio space in Mt Tabor. As such, space is limited to 8 students.

Tuesday, 12/5/2023 5:00-9:00 PM

Cost: $100

4 Contact Hour CEs

Please contact Alex directly to sign up at alexsusbauer@gmail.com.

Posture Assessment of the Torso

A Deep Dive into Posture Assessment (and some Myofascial and Movement Assessment too) with Alex Susbauer, LMT, BCSI.

Have you ever been to a workshop where the instructor quickly dissected a student’s posture and left most everyone wondering what just happened? Get confused about what exactly to look for when assessing posture? Want to know more about posture in a structured, check-list style format? Then this workshop is made for you!

In this small group, 3 hour workshop we will explore the posture of the hips, spine, rib cage and neck. We will explore bone positions in real and relative motion comparisons. We will explore common postural patterns and the myofascial structures responsible for creating these patterns. We will explore how fascial lines of tension telegraph across the torso to connect postural patterns in the lower and upper body. We will also look at ways to recognize restricted fascia and tense muscles, even in areas where the posture is neutral.

Students will be given a worksheet of postural checks to go through when looking at clients. This is a great tool when first learning to do posture assessment.

We will look at numerous examples of postural distortion patterns in a slideshow format but we will also be spending most of our time looking at the posture of workshop participants. Please bring or wear torso assessment appropriate clothing such as athletic shorts, sports bras, tank tops, etc. if you would like to have your posture assessed in class.

While this workshop is designed to stand on its own, it is a great complement to the IBMT Workshops involving the Torso, Neck, Hips and Shoulders.

This workshop is part of the “Deep Dive” Series of Workshops held by Alex in his studio space in Mt Tabor. As such, space is limited to 10 students.

Tuesday, November 14 6:00-9:00 PM

Cost: $75

3 Contact Hour CEs

Please contact Alex directly to sign up at alexsusbauer@gmail.com.

Wednesday November 8th 2023 - 5pm-9pm

NCBTMB Approved Provider #1000101

This Class is full. Stay tuned as there will be more in 2024…

Ethics is a complex concept that is simultaneously an incredibly important concept. Nearly every day most of us in the field of bodywork and massage are faced with ethical concerns, Sometimes small.... sometimes not so small. Whether these ethical dilemmas arise between ourselves and the clients we are working with or, perhaps an employer that we are working for or, even the ethical issues that arise between peers or coworkers, they all deserve a deeper examination.

Taking a closer look at the complex structure of the Central and Peripheral Nervous System, as well as its development within each individual, and how trauma can affect the human nervous system will create a meaningful perspective on how each individual human interprets, processes, and reacts to the world that surrounds us. It is in this way we can better understand many of the ethical scenarios we face regularly and support ourselves and our clients in very crucial ways.

The decisions that we make that the actions that we engage in not only reflect our own personal and professional code of ethics, but also have a significant effect upon the industry of massage and bodywork as a whole. A strong and clear understanding of the ethical principles that guide each and everyone of us through our days is essential to support healthy work practices and professional relationships. Join Jonathan Primack BA~ LMT # 10789 as we look at the concept of ethics through the intricate and fascinating lens of neuroscience.

Students will be provided a detailed handout that will support the lecture and power point presentation and will also be asked to participate in an exchange of intellectual discussion concerning the topics being presented. Specifics include: a working code of ethics, a look at some of the essential organs of the nervous system and how they play a role in the development of human behavior, comparisons between the nervous system and the musculoskeletal system, policies and practices that help support and ethical massage practice.

Wednesday January 24th 2024 - 5pm-9pm

NCBTMB Approved Provider #1000101

Sign up details…

Ethics is a complex concept that is simultaneously an incredibly important concept. Nearly every day most of us in the field of bodywork and massage are faced with ethical concerns, Sometimes small.... sometimes not so small. Whether these ethical dilemmas arise between ourselves and the clients we are working with or, perhaps an employer that we are working for or, even the ethical issues that arise between peers or coworkers, they all deserve a deeper examination.

Taking a closer look at the complex structure of the Central and Peripheral Nervous System, as well as its development within each individual, and how trauma can affect the human nervous system will create a meaningful perspective on how each individual human interprets, processes, and reacts to the world that surrounds us. It is in this way we can better understand many of the ethical scenarios we face regularly and support ourselves and our clients in very crucial ways.

The decisions that we make that the actions that we engage in not only reflect our own personal and professional code of ethics, but also have a significant effect upon the industry of massage and bodywork as a whole. A strong and clear understanding of the ethical principles that guide each and everyone of us through our days is essential to support healthy work practices and professional relationships. Join Jonathan Primack BA~ LMT # 10789 as we look at the concept of ethics through the intricate and fascinating lens of neuroscience.

Students will be provided a detailed handout that will support the lecture and power point presentation and will also be asked to participate in an exchange of intellectual discussion concerning the topics being presented. Specifics include: a working code of ethics, a look at some of the essential organs of the nervous system and how they play a role in the development of human behavior, comparisons between the nervous system and the musculoskeletal system, policies and practices that help support and ethical massage practice.

“Knot the Rhomboids?!”

A Deep Dive into the Deep Back with Alex Susbauer, LMT, BCSI

Ever wondered why the rhomboids can get such nasty knots in them? Ever have clients with a specific pain near their shoulder blade that can be almost impossible to reach? Does it sometimes hurt more when they take a deep breath in? Do you want to get learn or refine some techniques to help clients with those persistent, nagging aches they get near or under their shoulder blade?

So many times I’ve seen clients and practitioners struggle with dealing with “knots” in their rhomboids only to discover that those “knots” are actually rib angles being felt under all of the back and shoulder muscles. Over the course of my manual therapy career I’ve completely changed the way I work with the back as I’ve learned more precisely what structures are involved in the mid-back. I’ve created this workshop to explore in detail assessment, palpation and manual therapy techniques for the musculoskeletal structures that make up the mid and upper back.

During these 4 hours we will explore the musculoskeletal anatomy of the spine and ribs, especially focused on the upper thoracic region. We will also cover several techniques to release key areas in the back to bring more ease and mobility to the spine and rib cage. The postural position that results from this work can have a huge impact on the back itself but also the neck and shoulders, which rest upon it.

This workshop is part of a series of “Deep Dive” Workshops held by Alex in his studio space in Mt Tabor. As such, space is limited to 8 students.

Tuesday, 9/12/23 5:00-9:00 PM

Cost: $100

4 Contact Hour CEs

Please contact Alex directly to sign up at alexsusbauer@gmail.com.

DEEP DIVE ROAD TRIP EDITION ASTORIA: GREATEST HITS OF THE UPPER BODY

THIS WORKSHOP HAS FILLED.
This all-day workshop explores common postural and movement issues in the neck, upper torso and shoulders and explores techniques to deal with the most common patterns and complaints in this area.
Note that this workshop is in Astoria, OR.
9/9/23, 9AM-6PM
8 Contact Hour CEs (NCBTMB)
Cost $200
Max students: 10

We will spend the morning (3 hours) delving into posture and movement assessment. We will explore bone positions in real and relative motion comparisons. We will explore common postural patterns and the myofascial structures responsible for creating these patterns. We will explore how fascial lines of tension connect postural patterns throughout the upper body. We will also look at ways to recognize restricted fascia and tense muscles, even in areas where the posture is neutral. We will also look at breathing pattern issues and how these can be related to neck and shoulder posture, tension and pain. Students will be given a worksheet of postural checks to go through when looking at clients.

We will look at numerous examples of postural distortion patterns in a slideshow format but we will also be spending most of our time looking at the posture of workshop participants so we can address any postural concerns with our work in the afternoon. Please bring or wear torso assessment appropriate clothing such as athletic shorts, sports bras, tank tops, etc. if you would like to have your posture assessed in class.

The afternoon (5 hours) will be spent learning efficient methods of releasing the most important myofascial structures outlined in the morning’s posture assessment. A heavy emphasis will be placed on body mechanics to ensure that therapists are not straining themselves to release their client’s tensions. We will explore fascial, myofascial and integrative bodywork techniques to release tissues in the torso, shoulders and neck addressing common client complaint areas, helping our clients stand taller, breath easier and move with less restrictions and discomfort.

Please contact Alex directly to sign up for any Deep Dive Workshop at alexsusbauer@gmail.com.

Posture Assessment of the Upper Body (Rib Cage, Shoulders, Arms, Neck and Head)

A Deep Dive into Posture Assessment (and some Myofascial and Movement Assessment too) with Alex Susbauer, LMT, BCSI.

Have you ever been to a workshop where the instructor quickly dissected a student’s posture and left most everyone wondering what just happened? Get confused about what exactly to look for when assessing posture? Want to know more about posture in a structured, check-list style format? Then this workshop is made for you!

In this small group, 3 hour workshop we will explore the posture of the upper spine, rib cage, shoulders, arms and neck. We will explore bone positions in real and relative motion comparisons. We will explore common postural patterns and the myofascial structures responsible for creating these patterns. We will explore how fascial lines of tension telegraph across the torso to connect postural patterns in the lower and upper body. We will also look at ways to recognize restricted fascia and tense muscles, even in areas where the posture is neutral.

Students will be given a worksheet of postural checks to go through when looking at clients. This is a great tool when first learning to do posture assessment.

We will look at numerous examples of postural distortion patterns in a slideshow format but we will also be spending most of our time looking at the posture of workshop participants. Please bring or wear torso assessment appropriate clothing such as sports bras, tank tops, etc. if you would like to have your posture assessed in class.

While this workshop is designed to stand on its own, it is a great complement to the IBMT Workshops involving the Torso, Neck, and Shoulders.

This workshop is part of the “Deep Dive” Series of Workshops held by Alex in his studio space in Mt Tabor. As such, space is limited to 10 students.

Cost: $75

3 CE Contact Hours

Please contact Alex directly to sign up at alexsusbauer@gmail.com.

THE WORK-LESS WORKSHOP: A DEEP DIVE INTO SUSTAINABLE BODY MECHANICS
7/18/23, 6-9 PM
3 CEUs

It's no secret that manual therapy (indeed anything you do often with your hands) can lead to overuse injuries, and sometimes these injuries can be career ending. The statistics of injury in massage therapy are alarming. However, there are ways to work that will accelerate this overuse process and ways to work that will mitigate these stresses on one's hands. In this workshop (which is an extension of the All About Tendons and Fascia Workshop) we will examine the science behind fascia, tendons, and overuse injuries, and use this as a springboard to explore body mechanics techniques that will help avoid overusing the hands when performing massage and bodywork. Concepts covered include: how little can you work to be effective, understanding the intention for your techniques, exploring alternate client positions, how to involve your client in the therapeutic process, and things you can do to help your own fascia stay healthy.

We will first take some time to explore the science of injury and fascia. Then, I will demonstrate body mechanics ideas across the entire body, utilizing common client complaint areas as a focus. Finally, there will be plenty of table-side assistance time to help you figure out mechanics that work FOR YOU! Students are encouraged to bring in challenges they have when working with clients at the table.

This workshop is not about “good” body mechanics, it is about SUSTAINABLE body mechanics.

This workshop is part of a series of “Deep Dive” Workshops held by Alex in his studio space in Mt Tabor. As such, space is limited to 8 students.

Cost: $75

3 CEUs

Please contact Alex directly to sign up at alexsusbauer@gmail.com.

ALL ABOUT TENDONS (AND FASCIA TOO)
6/6/23, 6-9 PM
3 CEUs

The world of fascia has expanded greatly in the last decade and our understanding of how our fascia works has changed dramatically in that time. This workshop is designed to distill much of my own personal research into tendons and fascia into a succinct, manageable and useful form. We will examine current understanding of tendons and fascia and look at treatment options including physical therapy, Structural Integration, bodywork and massage. We will also examine tendons and fascia in a wholistic setting by looking at lifestyle and nutrition factors (please note that I am not a nutritionist and will not be dispensing nutrition advice). We will look at how the choices we make about our body affect the way that fascia and tendons form-so vitally important for those of us who make our living using our bodies!

This workshop will leave you with a better understanding of some of the anatomy and physiology of tendons and fascia in the hopes that this will inform your choices in your own life and practice of bodywork. We will explore treatment options available to massage therapists but also make you aware of treatment options that can be pursued through physical therapy and other disciplines.

This workshop will be mostly informational but there will be a small segment of bodywork techniques to complement the instruction.

This workshop is part of a series of “Deep Dive” Workshops held by Alex in his studio space in Mt Tabor. As such, space is limited to 8 students.

Tuesday, June 6th 6:00-9:00 PM

Cost: $70

3 CEUs

Please contact Alex directly to sign up at alexsusbauer@gmail.com.

The Mostly Side Lying Neck Workshop

Presented by Alex Susbauer, LMT, BCSI of IBMT

Having been forced by injury to make some significant changes to my style of bodywork, I’ve discovered that it is possible to not only do effective work on the neck in the sidelying position, but that the side lying position affords a unique access point to allow manual therapy that can’t be done as easily or effectively in other positions.

We will first take a tour of the anatomy of the neck to get a deeper understanding of where and how we will be working. Then we will explore the possibilities that the side lying position can offer Integrative Manual Therapy. Highlights include cleaning the splenius pocket, eye engagements to release the suboccipitals, and a safe, effective way to work with the anterior cervical muscles.

While this workshop is designed to stand on its own, it is a great complement to the IBMT Workshops involving the Torso, Neck, and Shoulders.

This workshop is part of a series of “Deep Dive” Workshops held by Alex in his studio space in Mt Tabor. As such, space is limited to 8 students.

Tuesday, May 9th 6:00-9:00 PM

Cost: $70

3 CEUs

Please contact Alex directly to sign up at alexsusbauer@gmail.com.

Posture Assessment of the Upper Body (Rib Cage, Shoulders, Arms, Neck and Head)

A Deep Dive into Posture Assessment (and some Myofascial and Movement Assessment too) with Alex Susbauer, LMT, BCSI.

Have you ever been to a workshop where the instructor quickly dissected a student’s posture and left most everyone wondering what just happened? Get confused about what exactly to look for when assessing posture? Want to know more about posture in a structured, check-list style format? Then this workshop is made for you!

In this small group, 3 hour workshop we will explore the posture of the upper spine, rib cage, shoulders, arms and neck. We will explore bone positions in real and relative motion comparisons. We will explore common postural patterns and the myofascial structures responsible for creating these patterns. We will explore how fascial lines of tension telegraph across the torso to connect postural patterns in the lower and upper body. We will also look at ways to recognize restricted fascia and tense muscles, even in areas where the posture is neutral.

Students will be given a worksheet of postural checks to go through when looking at clients. This is a great tool when first learning to do posture assessment.

We will look at numerous examples of postural distortion patterns in a slideshow format but we will also be spending most of our time looking at the posture of workshop participants. Please bring or wear torso assessment appropriate clothing such as sports bras, tank tops, etc. if you would like to have your posture assessed in class.

While this workshop is designed to stand on its own, it is a great complement to the IBMT Workshops involving the Torso, Neck, and Shoulders.

This workshop is part of the “Deep Dive” Series of Workshops held by Alex in his studio space in Mt Tabor. As such, space is limited to 8 students. Don’t delay signing up, the first workshop filled up in less than 24 hours…if there are enough sign-ups a second workshop will be offered.

Tuesday, April 4 6:00-9:00 PM

Cost: $70

3 CEUs

Please contact Alex directly to sign up at alexsusbauer@gmail.com.

The Mostly Side Lying Neck Workshop

Presented by Alex Susbauer, LMT, BCSI of IBMT

Having been forced by injury to make some significant changes to my style of bodywork, I’ve discovered that it is possible to not only do effective work on the neck in the sidelying position, but that the side lying position affords a unique access point to allow manual therapy that can’t be done as easily or effectively in other positions.

We will first take a tour of the anatomy of the neck to get a deeper understanding of where and how we will be working. Then we will explore the possibilities that the side lying position can offer Integrative Manual Therapy. Highlights include cleaning the splenius pocket, eye engagements to release the suboccipitals, and a safe, effective way to work with the anterior cervical muscles.

While this workshop is designed to stand on its own, it is a great complement to the IBMT Workshops involving the Torso, Neck, and Shoulders.

This workshop is part of a series of “Deep Dive” Workshops held by Alex in his studio space in Mt Tabor. As such, space is limited to 8 students.

Tuesday, March TBD 6:00-9:00 PM

Cost: $70

3 CEUs

Please contact Alex directly to sign up at alexsusbauer@gmail.com.

Want to get a deeper understanding of ankle and foot mechanics, movements and manipulations? That is why I’ve made this workshop! During these 3 hours we will explore the bones and movements of the ankle and foot, look at how the foot and ankle move during gait, and learn to mobilize: “Every. Single. Bone.” from the fibula to the distal phalanges of each toe.

This workshop is part of a series of “Deep Dive” Workshops held by Alex in his studio space in Mt Tabor. As such, space is limited to 8 students.

Tuesday, 1/10/23 6:00-9:00 PM

Cost: $70

3 CEUs

Please contact Alex directly to sign up at alexsusbauer@gmail.com.

Announcing the first part of three: The Deep Dive Posture Series with Alex of Integrative Bodywork for the Manual Therapist (The Posture Deep Dive Series includes the Lower Body, the Upper Body and the Torso)

Posture Assessment of the Lower Body (Hips to Feet): A Deep Dive into Posture Assessment (and some Myofascial and Movement Assessment too) with Alex Susbauer, LMT, BCSI.

Have you ever been to a workshop where the instructor quickly dissected a student’s posture and left most everyone wondering what just happened? Get confused about what exactly to look for when assessing posture? Want to know more about posture in a structured, check-list style format? Then this workshop is made for you!

In this small group, 3 hour workshop we will explore the posture of the lower body. We will explore bone positions in real and relative motion comparisons. We will explore common postural patterns and the myofascial structures that lead to these patterns. We will do some gait analysis in comparison to the postural assessment. We will explore how fascial lines of tension telegraph across the lower limbs and into the pelvis. We will also look at ways to recognize restricted fascia and tense muscles, even in areas where the posture is neutral.

Students will be given a worksheet of postural checks to go through when looking at clients. This is a great tool when first learning to do posture assessment.

We will look at numerous examples of postural distortion patterns in a slideshow format but we will also be spending most of our time looking at the posture of workshop participants. Please bring or wear lower body assessment appropriate clothing such as athletic shorts if you would like to have your posture assessed in class.

This workshop is part of the “Deep Dive” Series of Workshops held by Alex in his studio space in Mt Tabor. As such, space is limited to 8 students. Don’t delay signing up, the first workshop filled up in less than 24 hours…if there are enough sign-ups a second workshop will be offered next year.

Tuesday, 12/6/22 6:00-9:00 PM

Cost: $65

3 CEUs

Please contact Alex directly to sign up at alexsusbauer@gmail.com.