ANS Therapeutics is small group, 3 day, in person, hands on course for pediatric OT, PT and SLPs who are assessing and treating newborn to precrawling infants.
Course objectives:
1. Understand Autonomic Nervous System regulation and resiliency for infants
2. Describe and understand Enteric Nervous System and apply to commonly seen dysfunctions in precrawling infants
3. Understand and demonstrate techniques for Breathing Dynamics, Thoracic Cage Dysfunction and Upper Airway Patency
4. Learn the connections between oral dysfunction, posture, core strength and abdominal engagement
5. Practice direct assessment and treatment techniques in the Baby Clinic, receive feedback and peer support
This advanced course is held in Michelle's office,
TummyTime! Method Headquarters in Cincinnati, OH
Instructor: Michelle Emanuel OTR/L IBCLC NBCR
Michelle has been a pediatric OT for 30 years and has many areas of expertise as it relates to the precrawling infant, neuromotor development, lactation, human potential, connection and more. She loves sharing assessment, treatment and perspectives that are grounded in science and rooted in the art of therapeutic presence.