Institute of Professional Practical Therapy
Chiropractic Continuing
Education Seminar Schedule

Main Campus: 1835 South La Cienega Blvd. Suite 260, Los Angeles, CA 90035

Satellite Campus: 5650 Vineland Avenue, North Hollywood, CA 91601
Website: www.ippt.com, E-mail: info@ippt.com
Phone: (310) 836-8811 or (818) 998-8995



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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS:

Soft Tissue Mobilization in Fibromyalgia Cases: Participants will learn how to utilize soft tissue mobilization in treating Fibromyalgia patients.

Applied Kinesiology: Participants will be introduced to muscle testing, acupressure touch, and massage to improve posture, restore physical health & balance, and to decrease physical mental and emotional tension and pain.

Medical Massage Palpation Diagnostic Procedures: Participants will learn how to utilize Medical Massage Palpation Diagnostic Procedures to help pre-adjustment preparation. Specific emphasis will be given to Palpation Diagnostic Procedures of reflex zones abnormalities in skin, fascia, muscles (includes palpation of acute, satellite & latent trigger points)

Medical Massage in Cases of Hypertension (Vertebral Artery Syndrome): Participants will learn how to utilize trigger point therapy, myofascial tissue release and post-isometric relaxation techniques in treating Hypertension.

Medical Massage in Cases of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: Participants learn how to utilize trigger point therapy, myofascial tissue release and post-isometric relaxation techniques in treating Thoracic Outlet Syndrome in general.

Medical Massage in Cases of Cervical Spine Disorders: Participants learn how to utilize trigger point therapy, myofascial tissue release and post-isometric relaxation techniques in treating Cervical Spine Disorders.

Medical Massage in Cases of Sciatic Nerve Neuralgia: Participants learn how to utilize trigger point therapy, myofascial tissue release and post-isometric relaxation techniques in treating Sciatic Neuralgia.

Temporomandibular Joint Disorders Participants: Learn how to incorporate trigger point therapy, myofascial tissue release and post-isometric relaxation techniques in the treatment of TMJ disorders.

Tensor Fascia Latae Muscle Syndrome: Participants learn how to incorporate segmental reflex massage, trigger point therapy, myofascial tissue release and mobilization of the Iliac Tibial Tract for the treatment of Tensor Fascia Latae Muscle Syndrome.

TECHNIQUE INSTRUCTORS:

Alan Sherman, D.C.: He completed his Chiropractic training at Los Angeles College of Chiropractic and holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology.

Randy Talai, D.C.: She completed her Chiropractic training at Cleveland Chiropractic College and holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Biology.


GENERAL HOURS INSTRUCTORS:

Boris Prilutsky, M.A.: The founding director and senior instructor at IPPT, is a renowned international authority on Medical and Sports Massage. He graduated from the Pedagogic Institute of Higher Education in Vinnitsa, Ukraine, with a degree in Physical Education, and from Medical College in Ramat-Gan, Israel, with a major in Chiropractic Medicine. He has been practicing and teaching Medical Massage for over 30 years. Boris Prilutsky has worked with athletes and athletic organizations throughout Europe, and has been a personal therapist to many world dignitaries. Boris Prilutsky is the director and senior instructor at the Institute of Professional Practical Therapy, where he offers regular master classes. To date, Boris has trained thousands of therapists world-wide. He also treats patients with various neural, muscular, and skeletal disorders at the Back and Limb Institute in Beverly Hills, California. Boris Prilutsky has published extensively on various topics of physical medicine and rehabilitation, and has been involved with numerous collaborative research studies.

Ross Tourtchaninov, M.D.: Dr. Ross Tourtchaninov teaches Medical Massage seminars at IPPT. Dr. Tourtchaninov graduated from the Odessa Medical School in Ukraine with honors and was selected for advanced studies at the Kiev Orthopedic Institute for Scientific Research. He graduated with specialization in Trauma Surgery and Posttraumatic Rehabilitation, and at the same time completed a scientific dissertation. During his residency, Dr. Turchaninov also studied electric acupuncture. He then worked as the chief supervisor of the rehabilitation program of the Ministry of Public Health in Ukraine. Additionally, Dr. Turchaninov is a graduate of the Chiropractic and Medical Massage program for physicians in the Kiev Orthopedic Institute. Among his other posts, he worked as a senior researcher in the Clinic of Trauma Complications in the same institute. Dr. Tourtchaninov is the author of 25 scientific articles and two patents. He is also the author of several textbooks on Medical Massage.

Kim Moise, N.M.D.: Dr. Kim Moise received his doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from the Southern College of Naturopathic Medicine. Dr. Kim started his practice in the field of alternative health by living in a Yoga community for 12 years, studying Naturopathy, Shiatsu, Acupressure, Reflexology, Yoga therapy, Meditation, and Fasting. Shortly after opening his successful Shiatsu Acupressure Massage practice, Dr. Kim received his mastery in Yoga. He then studied Applied Kinesiology (a.k.a., Touch for Health System of Applied Kinesiology). Dr. Kim has over 25 years of teaching experience, in the areas of Yoga, Acupressure, and Applied Kinesiology. He is a certified N.E.A.T. allergist.

ANSWERS TO FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Is the Institute approved to offer continuing education to Chiropractors?
Yes

Are the courses on this schedule approved as continuing education for Chiropractors?

Yes

What do I Bring?
-Two Bed Sheets (Flat Twin Size)
- A Towel
- Comfortable Clothing

The Institute Provides Complimentary Water, Coffee and Snacks for seminar participants.

Does the Institute have tables for all participants to use?
Yes

Can I sign-up for just the 4 technique hours or 8 general hours?
Yes. The price for 4 technique hours is $100. The price for 8 general hours is $200. You can sign-up for 4 technique hours for one day and 8 general hours on a different day for the price of $250.

Are there places to get lunch at?
We are located in the Plaza La Cienega Shopping Center. El Pollo Loco, Togos, Samarai Sam’s, McDonalds, and Coffee Bean are located in our shopping center. The shopping center also features Circuit City, Toys R Us, Staples, Longs Drugs, Smart & Final and more.

Where do I park? How do I find you? Parking is free of charge. The shopping center has more than 2,000 parking spaces. We are located on the second floor of the LA Fitness building in the La Cienega Plaza Shopping Center. The shopping center features: El Pollo Loco, Togos, McDonalds, Coffee Bean, Longs Drugs, Circuit City, Toys R US, Staples, Smart & Final and LA Fitness. We are located on the second floor of the LA Fitness Building across the hall from La Fitness in Suite 260. The Shopping center is located on the Western side of the street. We are a half mile north of the 10 Freeway and a half mile south of Pico Blvd. We are approximately three miles east of the 405 Freeway and six miles west of Downtown. The shopping center's southern cross street is Sawyer and the Northern cross street is 18th Street.

Where can I get driving directions?
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Are there any hotels near you?
Yes. Many of seminar participants stay at the Culver City Hotel (only 10 minutes from the school). The Culver City Hotel is relatively inexpensive and located within walking distance of shopping, fine dining and entertainment.
The Culver Hotel is located at: 9400 Culver Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232. Their phone number is 888.328.5837. Their website is www.culverhotel.com.