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SUMMARY:Best Practices: TMJ Pain
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: February 1\, 2027 from 10:00 am – 11:00 am MT through Zoom. \nZoom link will be provided closer to the event. CMMOTA Members will earn 1 CEC for this course. \nCOURSE OPTION: \nIn this 60-minute webinar\, participants will learn the risk factors\, co-morbidities\, and prognosis for various clinical presentations of pain and disorders of the TMJ.\nBest practices for assessment and treatment strategies will be demonstrated.\nThis includes 2 demonstrations for external and intraoral treatment. \nAttendees will learn to discern the intricate interplay between tissue health\, mechanics\, and psychosocial factors in relationship to pain and disorders of the jaw and face. Attendees will be equipped to translate this knowledge into meaningful treatment strategies and the confidence to provide self-management options to their clients. \nEric Purves\, MSc RMT \nEric is a registered massage therapist\, educator and researcher based in Victoria\, BC\, Canada. He has over 20 years of clinical experience. His clinical\, research and educational focus is on the use of research evidence to inform best practices for the treatment and management of painful musculoskeletal disorders. Eric is a former faculty member with PainBC. He now runs his own continuing education company\, The Centre for Evidence Based Education Inc. where he teaches courses to massage\, manual and movement therapists on assessment\, treatment and management for chronic pain\, regional and systemic conditions. \nIn 2019\, Eric received his master’s in rehabilitation science through the University of British Columbia. His graduate work focused on the role of massage therapists in the healthcare system\, the barriers and facilitators to the use of research evidence in practice and how to use evidence-based strategies to enhance the utilization of research evidence in curriculum development and educational delivery. \nRefund Policy: \nFull refund 45 days prior to the event (less fees).\n50% refund 30 days prior to the event.\nNo refund 14 days prior to the event.
URL:https://cmmota.com/event/best-practices-tmj-pain/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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SUMMARY:Massage for Nervous System Regulation
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: February 8\, 2027 from 9:00 am – 11:00 am MT through Zoom. \nZoom link will be provided closer to the event. CMMOTA Members will earn 2 CEC for this course. \nCOURSE OPTION: \n\nI’m stressed\, you’re stressed\, our clients are stressed. Maybe we should be talking about stress! Osteopaths and Massage therapists are uniquely positioned to help patients cope. You may have learned that discussing stress is completely out of scope\, but stress is a physiological process. When we are equipped with the right language and tools\, we can make a profound difference for our patients and confidently stay in scope. \nThis 2-hour workshop is heavy on the neuroscience but light on your mental load. \nIn this course\, you will learn to understand stress and pain in a way that will transform your practice\, and hopefully your own stress. This is practical neuroscience that you’ll actually like. All content is designed to be usable during a treatment. This workshop includes theory and practical demonstrations. We’ll cover: \n\nHow stress impacts the nervous system and how it shows up on the table\nFundamentals of pain science and how patients often present\nHow sensory input can reduce stress and increase the feeling of safety for your patient\nSimple but powerful tools for:\n\nVisual\, olfactory and auditory input\nThe proprioceptive and vestibular system\nInteroception (Vagus nerve) stimulation\nThe Trigeminal nerve and how to provide soothing input to this vital system.\n\n\n\n\nMore about Alanna: \nAlanna Thompson (RMT\, BKin) has been an engaging educator for 15 years\, and a massage therapist for 4. Alanna has a thriving trauma-informed massage practice where she treats highly stressed patients – focusing on chronic pain\, headaches\, jaw dysfunction and nervous system conditions. She is passionate about understanding the nervous system and how we can work with it for life-changing results. Her courses are evidence-based\, practical and engaging. She uses clinical examples to drive home the neuroscience content so that any massage therapist will feel able to treat complex patients with clarity and confidence. \nRefund Policy: \nFull refund 45 days prior to the event (less fees).\n50% refund 30 days prior to the event.\nNo refund 14 days prior to the event.
URL:https://cmmota.com/event/massage-for-nervous-system-regulation/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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SUMMARY:Income Tax Essentials for Therapists
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: February 22\, 2027 from 9:00 am – 11:00 am MT through Zoom. \nZoom link will be provided closer to the event. CMMOTA Members will earn 2 CEC’s for this course. \nCOURSE OPTION: \nCome join Jordan Pierson and get ready for Income Tax season. This course will cover: \nThis introductory business and income tax course for RMTs will take a closer look at the following essential topics: \n\nWhat does it mean to incorporate a business? Should you incorporate? Assessment of the pros and cons to incorporation.\nWhat is a write off and what does it do?\nHow to avoid being audited/reviewed by the CRA.\nWhy you shouldn’t be worried about moving into a higher tax bracket.\nHow to lower your tax bill. What are you allowed to write off?\n\nA bit more about Jordan: \nJordan is a Chartered Professional Accountant. He currently manages the finance department at one of Alberta’s largest residential home services companies. He also serves as the Director of Education at Jensen CPA. He received his Bachelor of Business Administration from Mount Royal University\, and his designation as a Chartered Professional Accountant from CPA Alberta. For 6-years he worked as an auditor and forensic accountant for one of the big four accounting firms. Prior to becoming a professional accountant\, Jordan worked for 7-years at a major financial institution\, where he gained extensive knowledge about banking and personal finance. \nRefund Policy: \nFull refund 45 days prior to the event (less fees).\n50% refund 30 days prior to the event.\nNo refund 14 days prior to the event.
URL:https://cmmota.com/event/income-tax-essentials-for-therapists-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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SUMMARY:Consent as a Practice: Working with Grief
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: March 8\, 2027 from 9:00 am – 11:30 am MT through Zoom. \nZoom link will be provided closer to the event. CMMOTA Members will earn 2.5 CEC for this course. \nCOURSE OPTION: \n\nConsent as a Practice: Working with Grief \nGrief can change what a client needs from one massage to the next—and sometimes even from one minute to the next. \nIn this practical\, compassionate course\, we’ll explore how grief can affect choice\, communication\, boundaries\, and a client’s relationship with touch. You’ll learn ways to practice ongoing consent that support agency without asking a grieving client to make every decision for\nthemselves. \nWe’ll look at changing preferences\, decision fatigue\, emotional responses\, and those moments when a client says\, “I don’t know—you’re the professional.” And we’ll explore how to notice without assuming\, offer choice without overwhelming\, and respond when grief shows up as it\noften does—in unexpected ways. \nThese days\, most people are grieving the loss of someone and/or something they loved. Creating a practice of ongoing consent is an important way you can support them You don’t need to have all the answers. You just need a willingness to stay curious. \nNo previous grief-informed or consent training is required. \n\nTanya Thomlinson\, RMT \nOriginally from Winnipeg\, Tanya Thomlinson lives in beautiful Calgary\, Alberta. She holds two Bachelors degrees – in Psychology from the University of Manitoba\, and Economics from the University of Winnipeg. After a career working in both the non-profit and corporate worlds\, Tanya stepped away from paid work for several years to raise her family\, and then began her massage therapy studies in 2016. After working at a clinic for a few years\, she opened a home-based practice in 2021. Within the first year\, Tanya realized that most of her clients were people experiencing loss and grief\, who were using massage as a means of grief support. She felt called to work specifically with this population and niched her practice. With lived experience as a grieving person\, a caregiver\, and a grief support provider\, Tanya decided to build on that with a Certificate in Grief Education from the University of Toronto’s Ontario Institute for Studies in Education\, which she completed in 2023. Tanya is a regular volunteer with the Rejuvenation Program at Ronald McDonald House Calgary. Tanya enjoys keeping active and fit in various ways like walking\, strength training\, and dance. She loves reading\, binges true-crime podcasts like there’s no tomorrow\, and makes the world’s best perogies\, according to her family and friends. \nRefund Policy: \nFull refund 45 days prior to the event (less fees).\n50% refund 30 days prior to the event.\nNo refund 14 days prior to the event.
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SUMMARY:Lymph Drainage Therapy (LDT1) - Inner Fluid Dynamics\, Chikly Health Institute - Edmonton\, AB
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: March 18-21\, 2027 from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm at Coast Nisku Inn & Conference Centre\, 1101 4 St\, Nisku\, AB. \nPrice does not include hotels or meals. See below for payment plans options.  \nThis course is In Person. CMMOTA Members will earn 24 CEC’s for this course. \nCOURSE OPTION: \nLymph Drainage Therapy is a cutting edge hands-on method of lymphatic drainage developed by Bruno Chikly\, MD\, DO\, LMT. \nIt was created out of his award-winning research on the lymphatic system consistent with recent scientific discoveries. \nLDT1 takes traditional lymph drainage techniques and adds a level of precision. LDT is the first technique that enables practitioners to detect and palpate the specific rhythm\, direction\, depth\, and quality of the lymph flow anywhere in the body. Skilled practitioners with developed listening skills can practice Manual Lymphatic Mapping (MLM) of the lymphatic vessels. \nLDT practitioners use their hands to assess and enhance overall circulation as well as determine the best alternate pathways for draining stagnant body fluid (lymph\, interstitial\, synovial fluid\, etc…). Therapists work with flat hands\, using all the fingers to simulate gentle\, specific wave-like movements. \nThese subtle manual maneuvers activate lymph and interstitial fluid circulation as well as stimulate the functioning of the immune and parasympathetic nervous systems. \nInstructor Bio \nRobin Devine\, RMT\, CLT\, LDT\, is a 2200 hour Massage Therapist who specializes in Lymphatic Drainage\, Lymphedema Therapy\, Relaxation & Therapeutic Massage\, Brain Therapy\, Brain Reflex Therapy\, and Craniosacral Therapy. \nRobin traveled to Thailand in 2005 and trained in Thai Massage techniques. While there\, she developed an intense desire to explore non-traditional forms of Massage Therapy\, and the vital importance of overall body wellness. Thanks to this insight\, Robin has built on her foundational training\, and has expanded her therapeutic tools to include Lymphatic Drainage Therapy\, Brain Therapy and Brain Reflex Therapy with the Chikly Health Institute\, as well as Craniosacral Therapy through the Upledger institute. She is currently only 1 of 10 therapists in the City of Calgary who have trained to the advanced level of Lymphatic Drainage as well as a Certified Lymphedema Therapist\, enjoying working with more complex cases of lymphatic instability.  She is a fully certified Complex Decongestive Therapist and Certified Lymphedema Therapy. \nThroughout her career\, she has worked in a massage therapy clinic\, chiropractic clinic\, as a mobile therapist in Calgary\, as well as working from home for many years. She has also been an assistant instructor for the Upledger Institute/Chikly Institute for the Lymphatic Drainage Therapy courses since 2008\, traveling all over North America and\, recently\, to Australia\, Singapore and Malaysia. She has taught with MH Vicars School of Massage Therapy in Calgary for 3 years for both their full  first and second year curriculums\, as well as with Mount Royal University teaching in their 2200 hour diploma program both in their classrooms and in their practicum clinic. Robin currently teaches Lymphatic Drainage Therapy and Lymphedema Therapy with the Chikly Health Institute\, across Canada\, in the United States\, and around the world. \n\nHotel Information \nWe have Corporate rates at the following hotel. The rate can vary based on availability.\n\n\nPlease click on the following link to make your reservations: CMMOTA\nRoom Rates:\n\nCoast King Room: $139 per night + tax\n\nCoast Two Queen Room: $169 per night + tax\n\n\nThese rates are based on double occupancy. Please note that there will be an additional charge of $20 per night for each extra guest.\nKindly note that children currently are not able to be added to the reservation. Please just bypass this option and reserve the size of the room you require.  \n \nCancellation Policy: There is a 24-hour cancellation policy in effect. If you need to cancel your reservation\, please do so at least 24 hours before your scheduled arrival. Failure to cancel within this timeframe will result in a No-Show charge.\n\nComplimentary Shuttle Service: We offer a complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport for your convenience. If you require this service\, please contact us at 780-955-7744 to arrange your pickup.\n\n\nPayment Plan \nPayment plans are available. For CMMOTA Members\, make 5 payments of $200 and your 6th payment will be $199.  \nFor non-CMMOTA members\, make 5 payments of $233 and your 6th payment will be $234.  \n1st payment is due at time of registration and every payment after is due on the first of each month following registration.  \n\nRefund Policy: \nFull refund 45 days prior to the event (less fees).\n50% refund 30 days prior to the event.\nNo refund 14 days prior to the event.
URL:https://cmmota.com/event/lymph-drainage-therapy-ldt1-inner-fluid-dynamics-chikly-health-institute-edmonton/
LOCATION:Coast Nisku Inn & Conference Centre\, 1101 4 St\, Nisku\, AB\, T9E 7N1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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SUMMARY:Musculoskeletal Anatomy PCPI Review: Anatomy of the Ankle and Foot
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: April 12\, 2027 from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm MT through Zoom. \nZoom link will be provided closer to the event. CMMOTA Members will earn 3 CEC’s for this course. \nCOURSE OPTION:\nThis live webinar offers massage therapists a concise anatomy review of the ankle and foot. Refresh your understanding of key joint complexes\, bony landmarks\, retinacula\, and intrinsic musculature to refine your clinical assessment skills\, identify structural imbalances\, and deliver more targeted\, effective manual therapy treatments for lower extremity dysfunction. \nAbout the Instructor:\nCora Peters\, RMT\nWith 15 years of experience as a registered massage therapist\, Cora Peters has established herself as a knowledgeable and skilled professional in her field. Her passion for sharing her expertise has led her to the classroom\, where she enjoys teaching the next generation of massage therapists. \nAreas of Expertise:\nMusculoskeletal Anatomy: Cora’s favorite topic to teach\, she has a deep understanding of the human body’s musculoskeletal system.\nFacial Manipulation: Through extensive continuing education\, Cora has developed a specialized knowledge of the facial system and techniques for manipulating it. \nCora’s unique blend of clinical experience\, teaching expertise\, and specialized knowledge makes her an invaluable resource for students and clients alike. \nRefund Policy:\nFull refund 45 days prior to the event (less fees).\n50% refund 30 days prior to the event.\nNo refund 14 days prior to the event.
URL:https://cmmota.com/event/musculoskeletal-anatomy-pcpi-review-anatomy-of-the-ankle-and-foot/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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SUMMARY:CMMOTA 2027 Spring Education Conference!!!
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: April 17-18\, 2027 at Fantasyland Hotel & Conference Centre. 17700-87 Ave Edmonton\, AB T5T 4V4 \nAll courses are In Person. \nCOURSE OPTIONS: \nApplied Neurofascial Integration: 16 CEC’s Early Bird Member Price: $525\, Early Bird Non-Member Price: $625. Saturday and Sunday\, April 17-18\, 2026 Instructed by Raymond Gonzalez Time – 8:00am – 5:00pm. \nMore Information \nApplied Neurofascial Integration (ANI) is a hands-on manual therapy course designed to bridge the gap between neuroscience and soft tissue therapy. \nRather than simply learning techniques\, you’ll develop a deeper understanding of the why behind pain\, tension\, movement restriction\, and neuromuscular behavior. \nThroughout the course\, you’ll learn how to assess and treat the neuromyofascial network\, integrating principles of applied neuroscience\, sensory input\, and manual therapy to improve mobility\, strength\, movement quality\, and mind-body connection. \nANI provides a system-based approach to manual therapy that helps practitioners better understand how the nervous system and fascial network influence pain\, movement\, and human performance. \n\nA bit more about Ray \nRay Gonzalez is a Manual Osteopathic Therapist (MOT)\, Human Performance Specialist\, and Holistic Nutrition Consultant with more than 16 years of experience in the health\, rehabilitation\, and fitness industries. \nHis approach integrates manual therapy\, applied neuroscience\, physiology\, biomechanics\, and human movement to better understand pain\, movement\, recovery\, and performance. \nRay is the founder of Bioalchemy Wellness & Performance in Spruce Grove\, Alberta\, where he works with individuals and athletes to improve movement\, resilience\, and physical performance through an integrated\, systems-based approach. \nHe is also the creator and instructor of Applied Neurofascial Integration (ANI) and Functional Integrated Movement Systems (FIMS)\, two educational systems designed to help practitioners better integrate neuroscience\, manual therapy\, movement\, and performance into clinical practice. \n\n  \nBiodynamic Myofascial Mobilization (BMM):  the Lumbo-Pelvic Region: 14 CEC’s Early Bird Member Price: $525\, Early Bird Non-Member Price: $625 Saturday & Sunday \, April 17-18\, 2027 Instructed by Heather Gittens with Bodhi Tree Teaching Time – 9:00am – 5:00pm. \nMore Information \nThe pelvis doesn’t have to be so complicated!  Increase your understanding in the areas of Treatment\, Knowledge\, Communication & Patient Care. This workshop is designed to demystify the pelvis by assessing & treating it three dimensionally through the osseous structures (ilia\, ischia\, pubis)\, ligaments (inguinal\, iliolumbar)\, myofascia and discussion of viscera (colon\, bladder\, uterus) plus how each are related to the other and the body globally. The visceral component is primarily discussed or demonstrated as it is too involved for a 2-day course to fully cover.  Leave this course inspired and ready to implement new tools into practice right away! \n\n\nA bit more about Heather \n\nHeather Gittens\, RMT. Heather Gittens has 29+ years’ experience as a manual therapist (RMT) and has been continually fascinated in studying the fascial matrix\, any and all anatomy\, plus up to date research throughout. At an early stage in her career\, she began developing courses that held strong regard for relationships she began to see clearly in the body. Through the years she has grown as instructor and continues to learn through her own ongoing education by attending courses\, conferences and spending time in the anatomy lab but also through her students. She finds the interaction between participant and instructor is invaluable and inspiring! \nHeather has developed or contributed to numerous courses\, course series & programs over the past 25 years. More recently she was also a webinar presenter for the prestigious\, international Fascia Research Society on the topic of “What’s a Uterus got to do with it” within a series focused on female fascial health\, along with presenting past courses or webinars for the NHPC\, CMMOTA\, CMTBC evaluators\, and the RMTBC in addition to her ongoing coursework as an educator in B.C.  Heather also is the owner/director of Bodhi Tree Wellness Centre as well as an educator & program director of Bodhi Tree Teaching Centre\, both in Surrey\, B.C. \n\n\n\n  \nIASTM – Upper & Lower Body: 14 CEC’s Early Bird Member Price: $525\, Early Bird Non-Member Price: $625 Saturday & Sunday\, April 17 & 18\, 2027. Presented by Dr. Nikita Vizniak with the Prohealthsys. Time – 8:30am – 4:30pm. \nMore Information \nThis hands-on Seminar has two modules that take two\, 7hr days to complete: \n\n Lower Body (back\, hip\, thigh\, gastrosoleus\, plantar fascia)\nUpper Body (back\, neck\, shoulder\, forearm\, carpal tunnel).\n\nWe discuss IASTM\, application\, soft tissue healing principles\, review of the literature and application in practice for the Lower and Upper Body. \nLearn in a fun\, interactive environment where you can many instruments to make your treatments easier and more effective. Save your hands! \nEvidence-informed content on pain science\, anatomy\, physiology\, tissue-specific assessment\, pain referral patterns\, injury healing\, multidisciplinary person-centered best-practices\, and treatment options. Including manual therapy\, biopsychosocial influences/contextual factors\, language/terminology modification to influence outcomes and case studies. \nStop with cookie-cutter techniques and start critical thinking and application. See how IASTM is an extension of your body that will give you renewed confidence in skills to use in practice. Anatomy\, Assessment\, Action. \nCheck out this video for more information: https://youtu.be/gY5QldX3TN8?si=0d7ar_cOlG7lCJeh \nIASTM tools are extra. They will be available for the course and you will have the option to purchase after the course. \n\nA bit more about Nikita \nDr. Nikita Vizniak\, DC\, RMT \nDr. Nikita Vizniak (Dr. Nik) is a globally recognized expert in anatomy\, exercise therapy\, orthopedics\, joint mobes\, massage therapy\, and more. He has authored over 50+ textbooks\, worked with professional teams and athletes\, and created the Hithera learning platform used worldwide. His works help millions of therapists\, doctors\, and individuals promote evidence-informed\, multidisciplinary\, person-centered care\, empowering optimal recovery and performance. Follow on IG @drnikitavizniak or prohealthsys.com \n\n  \nHotel Accommodations \nReservations must be made by Tuesday\, March 16\, 2027 to receive the discounted rate at the Fantasyland Hotel. Superior 2 Queen start a $259 plus taxes and fees. \nIndividual Reservations can be made by contacting our Hotel Reservations Department directly at (780)444-5541 or toll-free 1-800-737-3783. Callers MUST mention they are attending the Canadian Massage & Manual event to receive the negotiated rate. They may also provide the Group Code number 1973540. \n \nRefund Policy: \nFull refund 45 days prior to the event (less fees).\n50% refund 30 days prior to the event.\nNo refund 14 days prior to the event.
URL:https://cmmota.com/event/cmmota-2027-spring-education-conference/
LOCATION:Fantasyland Hotel & Conference Centre\, 17700-87 Ave\, Edmonton\, AB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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SUMMARY:Cadaver Lab May 7\, 2027
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: May 7\, 2027 9:00 am – 12:00 PM OR 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM at the University of Calgary \nWe are hosting two Cadaver Labs on May 7\, 2027\, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm OR 1:00pm – 4:00 PM. All labs will be taking place at the University of Calgary. The cost to attend is $90 and once completed\, you will earn 3 CEC’s. \nWhat have members said about the Cadaver Labs: \n“The Cadaver Lab was incredible. Hands down my favorite CEU class I’ve taken since joining CMMOTA” \n“I found the lab very interesting and informative.   So happy that I could attend!” \n“Cadaver lab was awesome! Haven’t been since taking the course for school. Awesome refresher course.” \nPlease note that the Cadaver Labs are available to CMMOTA members ONLY. We are not able to accept non-members at this time. \nRefund Policy: \nFull refund 45 days prior to the event (less fees).\n50% refund 30 days prior to the event.\nNo refund 14 days prior to the event.
URL:https://cmmota.com/event/cadaver-lab-may-7-2027/
LOCATION:University of Calgary
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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SUMMARY:Lymph Drainage Therapy (LDT1) - Inner Fluid Dynamics\, Chikly Health Institute - Red Deer
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: May 27-30\, 2027 from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm at Westerner Park\, 4847A 19 St\, Red Deer\, AB.  \nPrice does not include hotels or meals. See below for payment plans options.  \nThis course is In Person. CMMOTA Members will earn 24 CEC’s for this course. \nCOURSE OPTION: \nLymph Drainage Therapy is a cutting edge hands-on method of lymphatic drainage developed by Bruno Chikly\, MD\, DO\, LMT. \nIt was created out of his award-winning research on the lymphatic system consistent with recent scientific discoveries. \nLDT1 takes traditional lymph drainage techniques and adds a level of precision. LDT is the first technique that enables practitioners to detect and palpate the specific rhythm\, direction\, depth\, and quality of the lymph flow anywhere in the body. Skilled practitioners with developed listening skills can practice Manual Lymphatic Mapping (MLM) of the lymphatic vessels. \nLDT practitioners use their hands to assess and enhance overall circulation as well as determine the best alternate pathways for draining stagnant body fluid (lymph\, interstitial\, synovial fluid\, etc…). Therapists work with flat hands\, using all the fingers to simulate gentle\, specific wave-like movements. \nThese subtle manual maneuvers activate lymph and interstitial fluid circulation as well as stimulate the functioning of the immune and parasympathetic nervous systems. \nInstructor Bio \nRobin Devine\, RMT\, CLT\, LDT\, is a 2200 hour Massage Therapist who specializes in Lymphatic Drainage\, Lymphedema Therapy\, Relaxation & Therapeutic Massage\, Brain Therapy\, Brain Reflex Therapy\, and Craniosacral Therapy. \nRobin traveled to Thailand in 2005 and trained in Thai Massage techniques. While there\, she developed an intense desire to explore non-traditional forms of Massage Therapy\, and the vital importance of overall body wellness. Thanks to this insight\, Robin has built on her foundational training\, and has expanded her therapeutic tools to include Lymphatic Drainage Therapy\, Brain Therapy and Brain Reflex Therapy with the Chikly Health Institute\, as well as Craniosacral Therapy through the Upledger institute. She is currently only 1 of 10 therapists in the City of Calgary who have trained to the advanced level of Lymphatic Drainage as well as a Certified Lymphedema Therapist\, enjoying working with more complex cases of lymphatic instability.  She is a fully certified Complex Decongestive Therapist and Certified Lymphedema Therapy. \nThroughout her career\, she has worked in a massage therapy clinic\, chiropractic clinic\, as a mobile therapist in Calgary\, as well as working from home for many years. She has also been an assistant instructor for the Upledger Institute/Chikly Institute for the Lymphatic Drainage Therapy courses since 2008\, traveling all over North America and\, recently\, to Australia\, Singapore and Malaysia. She has taught with MH Vicars School of Massage Therapy in Calgary for 3 years for both their full  first and second year curriculums\, as well as with Mount Royal University teaching in their 2200 hour diploma program both in their classrooms and in their practicum clinic. Robin currently teaches Lymphatic Drainage Therapy and Lymphedema Therapy with the Chikly Health Institute\, across Canada\, in the United States\, and around the world. \n\nHotel Information \nWe have group rates with the following hotel. The rates can vary based on availability.\n\nHoliday Inn & Suites Red Deer South Gasoline Alley- Onsite Restaurant. Please contact the hotel directly to secure your room.\n\nMay 26-30\, 2027 \n403-348-8485 \nBlock name- Canadian Massage. \n\n\nPayment Plan \nPayment plans are available. For CMMOTA Members\, make 7 payments of $150 and your 8th payment will be $149.  \nFor non-CMMOTA members\, make 7 payments of $175 and your 8th payment will be $174.  \n1st payment is due at time of registration and every payment after is due on the first of each month following registration.  \n\nRefund Policy: \nFull refund 45 days prior to the event (less fees).\n50% refund 30 days prior to the event.\nNo refund 14 days prior to the event.
URL:https://cmmota.com/event/lymph-drainage-therapy-ldt1-inner-fluid-dynamics-chikly-health-institute-red-deer/
LOCATION:Westerner Park\, 4847A 19 St\, Red Deer\, AB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20270528T140000
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SUMMARY:2027 Annual General Meeting Information
DESCRIPTION:Come join CMMOTA for the 2027 Annual General Meeting taking place on May 28\, 2027 from 2pm-6pm MST via Zoom! An email will be sent with the registration link. Please watch your email  for more information in early 2027. 
URL:https://cmmota.com/event/2027-annual-general-meeting-information-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20270614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20270614T110000
DTSTAMP:20260911T160031Z
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SUMMARY:Research to Practice: Neck & Shoulder Pain
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: June 14\, 2027 from 10:00 am – 11:00 am MT through Zoom. \nZoom link will be provided closer to the event. CMMOTA Members will earn 1 CEC for this course. \nCOURSE OPTION: \nIn this 60-minute webinar\, participants will learn how to use an evidence-based framework to achieve better outcomes in the assessment and treatment of acute and chronic neck and shoulder conditions. Current science on risk factors is combined with various clinical presentations to inform and simplify your clinical experience. Recorded demonstrations of hands-on techniques are included to highlight how this information is used in practice.\n  \nEric Purves\, MSc RMT \nEric is a registered massage therapist\, educator and researcher based in Victoria\, BC\, Canada. He has over 20 years of clinical experience. His clinical\, research and educational focus is on the use of research evidence to inform best practices for the treatment and management of painful musculoskeletal disorders. Eric is a former faculty member with PainBC. He now runs his own continuing education company\, The Centre for Evidence Based Education Inc. where he teaches courses to massage\, manual and movement therapists on assessment\, treatment and management for chronic pain\, regional and systemic conditions. \nIn 2019\, Eric received his master’s in rehabilitation science through the University of British Columbia. His graduate work focused on the role of massage therapists in the healthcare system\, the barriers and facilitators to the use of research evidence in practice and how to use evidence-based strategies to enhance the utilization of research evidence in curriculum development and educational delivery. \nRefund Policy: \nFull refund 45 days prior to the event (less fees).\n50% refund 30 days prior to the event.\nNo refund 14 days prior to the event.
URL:https://cmmota.com/event/research-to-practice-neck-shoulder-pain/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20270628T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20270628T120000
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SUMMARY:Physiology PCPI Review: Membranes\, Skin\, and Digestion
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: June 28\, 2027 from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm MT through Zoom. \nZoom link will be provided closer to the event. CMMOTA Members will earn 3 CEC’s for this course. \nCOURSE OPTION: \nMaster the Human Body – Two Essentials System! \nJoin our online class and explore Body Membranes & the Integumentary System and The Digestive System. Learn how the skin protects and senses\, how digestion break down and absorbs nutrients\, and how these systems support overall health and manual therapy. \nLearn online. Understand the body. Build your skills.  \nA bit more about Chelsea: \nChelsea Spence\, RMT\, has been a practicing massage therapist since 2008\, specializing in pain management\, rattan massage\, and cancer-specific treatments. Over 16 years at Saskatchewan’s first 2200-hour massage therapy school\, she has experience from instructor to Director of Administration and Admissions and curriculum developer for all courses. \nRefund Policy:\nFull refund 45 days prior to the event (less fees).\n50% refund 30 days prior to the event.\nNo refund 14 days prior to the event.
URL:https://cmmota.com/event/physiology-pcpi-review-membranes-skin-and-digestion/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270819
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270823
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SUMMARY:Lymphatic Drainage Therapy 2 (LDT2): Pathological Pathways/Manual Lymphatic Mapping - Red Deer
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: August 19-22\, 2027 from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm at Westerner Park\, 4847A 19 St\, Red Deer\, AB.  \nPrice does not include hotels or meals. See below for payment plans options.  \nThis course is In Person. CMMOTA Members will earn 24 CEC’s for this course. \nCOURSE OPTION: \nLymph Drainage Therapy is a cutting edge hands-on method of lymphatic drainage developed by Bruno Chikly\, MD\, DO\, LMT. \nIt was created out of his award-winning research on the lymphatic system consistent with recent scientific discoveries. \nIn LDT2\, you’ll review and hone existing skills plus learn valuable refinements and advanced drainage techniques for all surface areas of the body\, along with numerous pathological conditions. You will learn the foundational principles of lymphedema care. At the end of the course\, you should be able to drain the superficial lymphatic circulation over the entire body as well as the cisterna Chyli\, the breast tissue\, and perform Lympho-Fascia Release (LFR) on some viscera. \nPlease note that LDT 1 is a prerequisite for this course. Proof that you have completed LDT 1 is required. \nInstructor Bio \nRobin Devine\, RMT\, CLT\, LDT\, is a 2200 hour Massage Therapist who specializes in Lymphatic Drainage\, Lymphedema Therapy\, Relaxation & Therapeutic Massage\, Brain Therapy\, Brain Reflex Therapy\, and Craniosacral Therapy. \nRobin traveled to Thailand in 2005 and trained in Thai Massage techniques. While there\, she developed an intense desire to explore non-traditional forms of Massage Therapy\, and the vital importance of overall body wellness. Thanks to this insight\, Robin has built on her foundational training\, and has expanded her therapeutic tools to include Lymphatic Drainage Therapy\, Brain Therapy and Brain Reflex Therapy with the Chikly Health Institute\, as well as Craniosacral Therapy through the Upledger institute. She is currently only 1 of 10 therapists in the City of Calgary who have trained to the advanced level of Lymphatic Drainage as well as a Certified Lymphedema Therapist\, enjoying working with more complex cases of lymphatic instability.  She is a fully certified Complex Decongestive Therapist and Certified Lymphedema Therapy. \nThroughout her career\, she has worked in a massage therapy clinic\, chiropractic clinic\, as a mobile therapist in Calgary\, as well as working from home for many years. She has also been an assistant instructor for the Upledger Institute/Chikly Institute for the Lymphatic Drainage Therapy courses since 2008\, traveling all over North America and\, recently\, to Australia\, Singapore and Malaysia. She has taught with MH Vicars School of Massage Therapy in Calgary for 3 years for both their full  first and second year curriculums\, as well as with Mount Royal University teaching in their 2200 hour diploma program both in their classrooms and in their practicum clinic. Robin currently teaches Lymphatic Drainage Therapy and Lymphedema Therapy with the Chikly Health Institute\, across Canada\, in the United States\, and around the world. \n\nHotel Information \nWe have a group rate with the Holiday Inn & Suites Red Deer South. If you require hotel accommodations\, please visit: Canadian Massage and Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association Aug 19-22\, 2027- Holiday Inn & Suites Red Deer South\n\nPayment Plan \nPayment plans are available. For CMMOTA Members\, make 8 payments of $133 and your 9th payment will be $135.  \nFor non-CMMOTA members\, make 8 payments of $155 and your 9th payment will be $159.  \n1st payment is due at time of registration and every payment after is due on the first of each month following registration.  \n\nRefund Policy: \nFull refund 45 days prior to the event (less fees).\n50% refund 30 days prior to the event.\nNo refund 14 days prior to the event.
URL:https://cmmota.com/event/lymphatic-drainage-therapy-2-ldt2-pathological-pathways-manual-lymphatic-mapping-red-deer/
LOCATION:Westerner Park\, 4847A 19 St\, Red Deer\, AB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270920
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SUMMARY:CMMOTA 2027 Fall Conference and Tradeshow-Save the Date!!!!
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE! CMMOTA is excited to share that planning for the 2027 Fall Conference & Tradeshow is underway. This will be one of the biggest events CMMOTA has hosted. We will be hosting a Gala on Friday\, September 17\, 2027 to celebrate 50 years as an Association. More information on the conference and tradeshow will be released at a later time. Ticket sales for the Gala will also be released at a later time. We hope you will join us in celebrating our 50th Anniversary! See you in September\, 2027! \nWHEN: September 17-19\, 2027 at Best Westerner Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre\, 1316 33 St NE\, Calgary\, AB T2A 6B6 \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://cmmota.com/event/cmmota-2027-fall-conference-and-tradeshow-save-the-date/
LOCATION:The Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre\, 1316 33 St NE\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20271018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20271018T110000
DTSTAMP:20260911T160237Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T160237Z
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SUMMARY:Research to Practice: Lower Back and Pelvic Pain
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: October 18\, 2027 from 10:00 am – 11:00 am MT through Zoom. \nZoom link will be provided closer to the event. CMMOTA Members will earn 1 CEC for this course. \nCOURSE OPTION: \nIn this 60-minute webinar\, participants will learn a practical approach to the assessment and treatment of acute and chronic low back and pelvic pain. Participants will integrate current pain science with contemporary massage and manual therapy research to refine their clinical reasoning and support better treatment outcomes. Emphasis is placed on translating best evidence into hands-on care\, including massage therapy applications\, movement interventions\, and patient-centred communication. This info is applied with video demonstrations for a variety of pathologies and clinical presentations.\n\nEric Purves\, MSc RMT \nEric is a registered massage therapist\, educator and researcher based in Victoria\, BC\, Canada. He has over 20 years of clinical experience. His clinical\, research and educational focus is on the use of research evidence to inform best practices for the treatment and management of painful musculoskeletal disorders. Eric is a former faculty member with PainBC. He now runs his own continuing education company\, The Centre for Evidence Based Education Inc. where he teaches courses to massage\, manual and movement therapists on assessment\, treatment and management for chronic pain\, regional and systemic conditions. \nIn 2019\, Eric received his master’s in rehabilitation science through the University of British Columbia. His graduate work focused on the role of massage therapists in the healthcare system\, the barriers and facilitators to the use of research evidence in practice and how to use evidence-based strategies to enhance the utilization of research evidence in curriculum development and educational delivery. \nRefund Policy: \nFull refund 45 days prior to the event (less fees).\n50% refund 30 days prior to the event.\nNo refund 14 days prior to the event.
URL:https://cmmota.com/event/research-to-practice-lower-back-and-pelvic-pain/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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