Functional Soft Tissue Transformation Specialization
Create Individualized Treatment & Training for Your Clients & Patients
Description
Over 19 hours of online content, with the added value of a 250 page eBook.
Functional Soft Tissue Transformation (FSTT) is a comprehensive movement testing and treating process that centers on the individuality of each client.
This specialized certification course takes a different approach from traditional structure-based protocols. It is individually context-dependent. The structure is respected, and individual function drives the process.
The intention of the FSTT process is NOT to train a practitioner to fix parts or pathologies ... Instead, to identify and improve dysfunction and create better efficiency in movement/function... there Is a BIG DIFFERENCE
Manual applications shared in FSTT are simply mechanical loads that are applied to the tissues to create positive adaptation in movement/function.
Utilizing the Global / Local / Global spectrum method, learn how to identify abnormal tensions in the body, select appropriate loading for testing and treating, create a plan to improve energy efficient movement integrity.
Combining the principles of Applied Functional Science® with your existing skill sets and experience, learn how to take an individualized approach to further enhancing client function.
Whether you are just starting on your journey of Applied Functional Science® or are looking to continue growing, FSTT will provide a new experience by sharing a principle based process to understand for whom and what type of manual loading is safe and appropriate with the intention of improved function.
All Modules and exams (70% pass rate) are required.
Continuing Education Approvals
Physical Therapy (21 Unless Otherwise Indicated)
These contact hours are approved through APTA chapter approvals (and other recognized approval bodies, where applicable) and are accepted for PT licensure renewal in the states listed below.
AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NM, NJ, NY, OH (19.5), OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TX (22), UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WY
If you don’t see your state listed, or if you need documentation for your employer or renewal file, please contact info@grayinstitute.com.
Refund Policy
Gray Institute offers a refund in the form of a credit to use for other Gray Institute Courses, only if the course material has not been started. Once the course material has been started, no refund will be issued.
Available Course Credits
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AFAA | 1.90 | Expiring on December 31, 2026 |
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BOC | 19.00 | Expiring on December 31, 2026 |
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canfitpro | 4.00 | Expiring on January 31, 2027 |
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GI | 21.00 | |
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NASM | 1.90 | Expiring on December 31, 2026 |
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NCBTMB | 19.00 | Expiring on April 25, 2026 |
Learning Objectives
1. Describe the primary principles that govern human movement function
2. Identify movement dysfunction / tensional imbalances
3. Choose local tension/treatment options for individual clients
4. Interpret subjective responses regarding stated goals and past history
5. Implement movement / tissue loading strategies based upon client goals and demonstrated movement success
6. Compare the degree of motion and the quality of movement between sides of the body
7. Utilize a collection of algorithms to analyze/treat movement from a functional-anatomical point of view
8. Perform all layer-by-layer loading techniques
9. Develop a principle based plan for the improvement of energy efficient movement
Course Procedure
- Enroll in the course.
- View the course content.
- Take the test. (You must score 70% to pass. If you do not pass, you may retake the test.)
- Print your certificate of completion.
Course Content
| Module 1 - FSTT - Introduction | Module | ||
| Module 2 - FSTT - Introduction: Principles | Module | ||
| Module 3 - FSTT - Subjective Global Load Capacity: Testing / Treating | Module | ||
| Module 4 - FSTT - Local Load Capacity: Testing / Treating: Lower Extremity | Module | ||
| Module 5 - FSTT - Layer by Layer: Testing / Treating Introduction | Module | ||
| Module 6 - FSTT - Layer-By-Layer Load Capacity Testing / Treating: Lower Extremity | Module | ||
| Module 7 - FSTT - Local Load Capacity Testing / Treating: Spine Complex | Module | ||
| Module 8 - FSTT - Layer-by-Layer Load Capacity: Testing / Treating for the Spine complex | Module | ||
| Module 9 - FSTT - Local Load Capacity Testing / Treating: Upper Extremity | Module | ||
| Module 10 - FSTT - Layer-By-Layer Load Capacity Testing / Treating: Upper Extremity | Module | ||
| Module 11 - FSTT - Conclusion | Module | ||
| FSTT Evaluation | Module |
