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See what our students are saying about their experience. TESTIMONIALS “Aspire gave me the tools to make me a better practitioner. I actually had a patient that came into the clinic that I was seeing for the day, he was another therapist’s patient and he had multiple rounds of physical therapy in the nearly full year that he had been working through a work injury, with multiple specialists seen, and it was the strategies and education that I learned through Aspire’s COMT program that helped me actually find the underying cause for this patient and it was the first time in almost that full year that he was able to achieve a painfree moment in time that we were then able to build on.” -Yifan I’m just starting my DSc through the Andrews University and Aspire Program. I’ve taken COMT-1 through COMT-4 which I’ve highly enjoyed. The instructors have been amazing! Dr. Coolman is very passionate about what she does and she’s highly knowledgable. The material presented, even for a seasoned manual therapist is very enlightening. I feel that this program will benefit me in both the academic side and certainly on the clinical side. The material being covered is very applicable to a wide range of patient populations, and anyone from a novice therapist to an experience therapist could certainly benefit from the courses. It’s been my absolute pleasure to attend and I look forward to finishing the rest of the courses in pursuit of my COMT and SMT and eventually the DSc. -Kevin O’Brien, DPT, PT, University of North Dakota Faculty “I just graduated from DPT school, so I’m just trying to make my skills better and become a better physical therapist. Aspire courses are a wonderful resource and pathway to get there. If you are passionate about what you do, and want to be a practitioner at another level I highly recommend it!” -Yifan “Sara is very patient, encouraging and helpful. She is perfect for both the advanced, as well as those of us who have been out of school for many years!” -Stacie Chambliss “I’m very grateful to be able to be a part of Aspire and come and learn more. I’m out 1 year from school, I’m grateful to be able to come and learn more and be pushed to better be able to treat my patients.” -Loren "I'm a part of the DScPT program at Andrews University taking Aspire courses as well. My employer is a University and it requires three tiers clinical research, practice in the clinic, and education. I find that this DSc program really helped me combine some of that: research, manual therapy techniques, leadership, education, creating more information for me to take back to my employer and to be a more well rounded person in terms of academia and treating patients altogether. I’m about a year into it and it’s going quite well. I’ve learned alot manually and with clinical research, alot of things have applied directly to my current position. -Tom

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MEMBERSHIP Are you interested in getting easy access to presentations from ASPIRE OMT’s Inner Circle of Clinicians? Are you ready to receive innovative, practice changing and easily digestible webinars on a weekly basis? Are you focused on improving your skills, knowledge and understanding of how to treat the whole person? Do you enjoy learning from expert clinicians who are passionate about helping you and your practice? Then, ASPIRE’s Membership Program is the answer. Monthly Membership $ 30 30$ Every month An exclusive direct access to ASPIRE OMT Inner circle 30 day free trial Start Free Trial Early Unlimited access to present and past Webinars Case Studies Literature Reviews Technique Practices Mentorship Sessions Annual Membership $ 300 300$ Every year An exclusive direct access to ASPIRE OMT Inner circle 30 day free trial Start Free Trial Early Unlimited access to present and past Webinars Case Studies Literature Reviews Technique Practices Mentorship Sessions What is ASPIRE OMT’S Inner Circle? An exclusive membership to have direct access to the clinicians of ASPIRE OMT and other motivated clinicians like yourself. A way to have easy access to your favorite past and present presentations done by highly trained faculty and clinical fellowship instructors. Experience a variety of educational formats such as Webinars, Case Studies, Techniques, Literature Review, Mentorship Sessions, etc. A key to unlimited access to innovative, transformative and thought-provoking webinars that can be watched live or at your own pace. An opportunity to further your focus on improving your skill set, knowledge and expertise in truly treating the whole person. A network of expert clinicians from ASPIRE OMT who are passionate about helping you and your practice stand out as leaders amongst your peers. What is the ASPIRE OMT Membership Program? The ASPIRE Membership Program is a paid monthly subscription which gives the participants access to current, innovative, and specialized educational content related to Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy which is consistent with the values, standards and mission of ASPIRE. Membership means that you have easily accessible, high value education which can be viewed at your convenience on your time. Membership facilitates lifelong learning, enhances your ability to treat the whole person and improves your efficacy in managing challenging patients. In addition to having access to all of the new educational content being offered, you will also get access to the ASPIRE OMT’s bank of prior webinars. How much does the ASPIRE’s Membership Program cost? ASPIRE’s Membership Program is offered at a cost of $30 per month. Subscribers can save an additional $5 per month by signing up for a yearly subscription for $300. You can cancel at any time. Membership is not required for the Certification or Fellowship Programs but can substantially help you through those processes. What type of Educational Content is being offered and who may be presenting? ASPIRE OMT is constantly altering content topics and presentations to give you the best value for your time and money. Topics will be diverse and given by highly trained clinicians who have specialized training in the areas being covered. ASPIRE webinars are focused on making you more effective in the clinic. Do you have suggestions for a presentation on a specific topic? Let the ASPIRE Membership Committee know and we will try to set it up with a specialist. You can contact the Membership Committee: membership@aspireomt.com What presentation platform is being utilized for these presentations/ workshops? You will have the option of participating in these presentations/ workshops by live streaming from Facebook or by using Zoom. Looking for a specific topic or presentation? Simply go to ASPIRE’s Inner Circle Group and do a search. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Explore expert-led SMT courses designed to enhance your manual therapy skills SMT CERTIFICATION SMT-1 Integrated Evaluation And Management Of The Thorax Course Number: PTH 844 Credits / CEU's: 2 credits / 2.1 CEU’s Format: 1 day online (7hours) with 1 assessments + 2 days onsite (14 hours)= 21 hour Accelerated Format Option: Andrews University 3 days, back to back. Overview This course dives into the visceral and biomechanical functions served by the thorax. This course will include the awareness that thoracic biomechanical problems can mimic visceral problems and vice versa. Also, this course analyzes why normal function of the thoracic region is so important for the musculoskeletal health of the entire axial and appendicular skeleton. A comprehensive assessment and of the ribs and the thoracic spine, as well as specific mobilization and manipulative techniques will be demonstrated followed with the proper instruction of neuromuscular and therapeutic exercise prescription. REGISTER SMT-2 Integrated Evaluation And Management Of The Lower Quadrant Course Number: PTH 891 Credits / CEU's: 3 credits / 4.2 CEU’s Format: 2 days online (14 hours) with 2 assessments + 4 days onsite (21 hours)= 42hours Accelerated Format Option: Andrews University: 4 days back to back. Sun-Wed. Overview This lab intensive course examines the regional interdependence of the lower quadrant and applies global comprehensive advanced biomechanical musculoskeletal assessment skills of the lower quadrant utilized by the physical therapist in the clinical setting. This course will build on skills learned in previous courses to help the clinician to understand the kinetic chain interdependence. This course integrates information generated in the assessment to understand how remote dysfunctions can be causal or contributory. Topics include: gait analysis, psoas pyramid, detailed foot musculoskeletal assessment and management, sacroiliac joining assessment and management, integration of the individual lower quadrant and lumbar/sacroiliac joint examinations into a larger regional diagnosis picture for examination and management. REGISTER SMT-3 Integrated Evaluation And Management Of The Upper Quadrant Course Number: PTH 892 Credits / CEU's: 3 credits / 4.2 CEU’s Format: 2 days online (14 hours) with 2 assessments + 4 days onsite (21 hours)= 42hours Accelerated Format Option: Andrews University: 4 days back to back. Sun-Wed. Overview This lab intensive course examines the regional interdependence of the upper quadrant and applies global comprehensive advanced biomechanical musculoskeletal assessment skills of the lower quadrant utilized by the physical therapist in the clinical setting. This course will build on skills learned in previous courses to help the clinician to understand the kinetic chain interdependence. This course integrates information generated in the assessment to understand how remote dysfunctions can be causal or contributory. Topics include: Differential diagnosis of trigeminal sources of pain, TMJ, the functional hand, integration of the individual upper quadrant and cervical joint examinations into a larger regional diagnosis picture for examination and management. REGISTER SMT-4 Spinal Segmental Manipulation: Part A & B Course Number: PTH 893 Credits / CEU's: 3 credits / 4.2 CEU’s Format: 1 days online (7 hours) with 1 assessments + 2 days onsite (21 hours) Accelerated Format Option: Andrews University: 6 back to back days onsite Overview This lab intensive course examines and applies a global comprehensive biomechanical musculoskeletal assessment of the axial spine utilized by the physical therapist in the clinical setting. The participant will recognize spinal thrust indications and contraindications, a differential diagnosis of spinal pathology that is appropriate for manipulations, along with adaptations of techniques as needed to be successful with the techniques. REGISTER SMT-5 Integrated Advanced Clinical Reasoning Course Number: PTH 894 Credits / CEU's: 2 credits / 2.1 CEU’s Format: 1 days online (7 hours) with 1 assessments + 2 days onsite (14 hours)=21 hours Accelerated Format Option: Andrews University: 6 back to back days onsite Overview This interactive course examines and applies a global comprehensive biomechanical musculoskeletal assessment of the entire body, incorporating regional interdependence by the physical therapist in the clinical setting. This course will focus on advanced differential diagnosis using a case-based approach. In this course, participants will demonstrate advanced clinical reasoning and differential diagnosis skills by analyzing information gathered in the subjective and objective examinations to accurately form a hypothesis, examination plan, and comprehensive treatment plan demonstrating regional interdependence in complex musculoskeletal dysfunctions. REGISTER Spinal Manipulative Therapist (SMT) Exam & Clinical Defense Course Number: PTH 845 Credits / CEU's: 0 Credits Format: 1 review day prior to 1 day on-site Description: This oral practical examination allows the participant to demonstrate proficiency in clinical reasoning and differential diagnosis, including properly screening for serious pathology. examination will focus on clinical reasoning and the quadrant inter-relationships. Testing content will include mobilization/ manipulation (thrust) to joint and soft tissue techniques to all parts of appendicular/extremity and axial/spinal skeleton, in addition to shoulder and pelvic girdles, as well as temporomandibular joint. The participant will defend each technique in terms of safety, specificity and grade and will articulate to the panel the neuromuscular reeducation and therapeutic exercises utilized to enhance the patient’s prognosis. REGISTER

Brian Macks Clinical Instructor & Faculty-In-Training Brian Macks PT, DPT, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT received his physical therapy degree from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan in 1985. He became OCS certified in 1993 and recertified 2003 & 2013. Brian passed his COMT examination with distinction in 2001 and was accepted as a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy (AAOMPT) in 2002. Brian received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Wayne State University in 2018. Brian is a graduate of the North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy (NAIOMT) Fellowship Program. Brian holds membership in the AAOMPT and Orthopedic Section, APTA. His professional activities include Treasurer, Eastern District, Michigan Physical Therapy Association (MPTA) 1992 to 2000; manual therapy content expert, MPTA Direct Access Task Force, 1998-2003; Legislative Key Contact, APTA, 1986-present; and Warren, Michigan site coordinator for manual therapy 1994 to 2003. Brian is an Examiner and Faculty - Clinical Fellowship Instructor. Brian is the supervisor of Henry Ford Rehabilitation Lowell Park in Sterling Heights, Michigan where he sees all varieties of orthopedic/sports medicine patients. Other training includes Osteopathic Muscle Energy and Mariano Rocobado class-work. Family is at the center of Brian’s life with diverse interests including triathlon, camping, fishing, reading, and game nights.

A beautiful person and amazing clinician has passed into legend It is with a heavy and sad heart that I inform you all of the passing of my dearest, closest friend Cliff Fowler. Cliff peacefully passed away early morning Saturday 23rd of October. My relationship with Cliff began in 1974 when I went on an acupuncture course he was teaching in Kingston, Ontario. I was immediately taken in by his unique clinical charisma and knowledge. We bonded on that course and became close friends and kindred spirits for the next 47 years. It was an inescapable fact that Cliff was an innate innovator. New clinical ideas and philosophies seemed to flow effortlessly from his brain and this energy was to overflow into people like myself, Diane Lee, Jim Meadows, Carol Kennedy and so many others. He was certainly the energy behind Canada’s clinical ‘innovative years’ between 1974 and 1994. During this time, along with his lifelong buddies David Lamb and John Oldham they developed the cervical and lumbar “Scanning examinations” which would become the foundations of the assessment procedures within the Canadian Orthopaedic Division. I moved to Abbotsford BC in 1978 and we became neighbors in the same town. So, for the next 43 years we could work together clinically, research together and socialize together. Cliff had an inexhaustible appetite for thinking and talking about manual therapy. Our wives quickly banned us from discussing work when we went out for dinner. As recently as a month ago he was explaining to me how he believed the biomechanics of the SIJ was completely different in weight bearing and non-weight bearing. He sometimes exhausted my brain with his developing ideas. What a wonderful mind! I am sure Cliff will be referred to as one of our clinical ‘giants’, as indeed he was. I prefer to look at him as a clinical force. A force that would forever change an entire generation of orthopaedic manual therapists in the United States and Canada. Through those of us fortunate enough to have him as our mentor that force will continue to influence future generations to come. My sincerest condolences go out to his wife Pat, sons Rick, Dave and wife Kelly, and grandkids. And now, the hardest words I have ever had to write, “Goodbye my friend. A part of my heart has gone with you”. Erl Pettman