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M. T. Wellness Training CenterMRMT® Program

Information Session

March 15, 2011

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Medical Restorative Massage Therapy®

Medical Restorative Massage Therapy (MRMT) is the advanced practice of:

– Reducing chronic pain and restoring physical function,

– Through the passive and active application of blended massage therapy techniques,

– Within the structure of a medical model.

A New, Emerging Discipline

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• Requires an in-depth understanding anatomy – more than just for the LMT exam.

• Advanced knowledge of how the body responds to specific massage therapy techniques.

• Techniques are applied in a blended fashion.– Passive Pain Management Techniques– Active Restorative Function Techniques™

• Reliance on a medical model.

Foundations of the Discipline

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• Assess the patient’s condition and identify specific dysfunction(s) continuously during the course of treatment.

• Develop an individualized Plan of Care.

• Execute the Plan of Care, including patient self-care regarding behaviors or lifestyle issues that impact current pain and diminished physical function.

• Maintain records and charts to monitor progress and adjust the Plan of Care as appropriate.

• Collaborate and communicate with physicians and other medical professionals to function as part of each patient’s healthcare team.

Five Basic Components:

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• MRMT focuses on when and why to apply a fundamental technique to reduce

pain and / or restore physical function.

• The following techniques are incorporated into the training and practice of MRMT:

- Structural and Postural Integration Approaches - Dr. Kellogg’s The Art of Massage, Swedish Massage

- Emphasis on active joint movements

- Neuromuscular Approaches- Neuromuscular Techniques, Orthorelease, Trigger Point Therapy

- Myofascial Approaches- Myofascial Release, Soft Tissue Mobilization, Deep Tissue Massage

- Integrated Approaches- Sports Massage, Pre-natal Massage, Geriatric Massage

Combining approaches for the best patient care


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Focus On The Results

Before Restorative Maintenance

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Traditional Massage MRMT• Therapists do their own thing,

• No or minimal documentation,

• Often independent contractors,

• Individual contributor,

• Focus on a few techniques.

• Reducing pain, relaxing and pampering the client are common goals.

• Therapists follow process and structure,

• Planning and documentation,• Employee or practice owner,• Member of a team,

• Master of multiple techniques and blended application,

• Reducing pain and restoring physical function is the only goal, with an emphasis on restoring function.

Differences

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Traditional Massage MRMT

• Pay per massage or commission,

• Limited or no benefits,

• Weekend workshops for continuing

education,

• Undefined and uncertain career

path.

• Guaranteed salary income at

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• Benefits,

• Advanced certification and on-

going training,

• Career path based on

achievement and ability advanced

career paths options in

management or education.

Differences

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• Started in 1997 as Thuy, a table and a room.• First opened the Clinic, and later began training new

therapists.• M. T. Wellness Clinic:

– Provides Medical Restorative Massage Therapy® to clients experiencing chronic pain and / or loss of physical function.

– Extremely successful – we have too many patients!• M. T. Wellness Training Center:

– Initially offered two programs: one for basic massage and one for advanced training and certification

– MRMT® Program combines basic and advanced training for licensed massage therapists and certification in MRMT.

History

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• Clinic revenues have doubled over the last four years.• Clinic prices have increased by 45%.

– Current rate for a one hour MRMT appointment is $80-$120.

• Majority of all visits are self-paid. • We are an approved provider for OSU Health Plan.• We actively work with over 100 physicians in central Ohio.

– Physician referrals are an important source of new patients.

• Our patient waiting list is long and growing.• Our #1 problem is lack of trained therapists!

Business Overview

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MRMT® Program Overview

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MRMT® Program

• The MRMT Program is the first important step on the

path to a rewarding health care career in Medical

Restorative Massage Therapy.

• Our program will help you prepare for:

1. State Medical Board exam for massage therapists (LMT)

2. Advanced certification in MRMT (CMRMT)

The First Step…

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MRMT® Program

The Path

* Placement is not guaranteed. Placement is dependent on student performance and the preferences of the employer and the student.

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MRMT® Program

• 1,092 clock hours of instruction in:

– Anatomy, physiology, pathology,

– Basic Kellogg procedures,

– Passive Pain Management Techniques,

– Active Restorative Function Techniques™,

– Medical courses, including documentation, communication and

overview of health care systems, and

– Professional development courses, including business organization,

ethics, leadership.

Curriculum

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MRMT® Program

• Level 1 Student Clinic

– Practice passive pain management techniques in a clinical setting.

– Learn how to interact with patients.

– Assessment, documentation and evaluation.

– We use real patients, not your classmates.

• Level 2 Student Clinic

– Practice Active Restorative Function Techniques™.

– Train for daily life as a CMRMT.

– Work on complex issues with real chronic pain patients.

Hands-on learning

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MRMT® Program

• 18 months, beginning May 2011, ending October 2012

– 6 terms, each 12 weeks long

– 7-12 days of break between terms

– Eligible for December 2012 exam

• Tuesday and Thursday from 8am-5pm

– Allows for students to work part-time while in school.

– Student clinics will be scheduled according to availability.

Schedule

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MRMT® Program

• Tuition: $2,912 per term, or $971 per month

• Application fee: $100

• Other costs– School uniform shirts

– Textbooks (about $350 for the entire program, not per term)

– State Medical Board-required fees

• Materials such as sheets, tables and other massage supplies will

be provided by M. T. Wellness.

Fees

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MRMT® Program

• Most comprehensive massage education in Central Ohio.• The only program to combine basic massage courses and advanced

certification.• We focus on what you need to know, not just the exam.• 100% pass rate for the LMT exam.• Specialization to give you a competitive edge.• Small class sizes for better learning.• Experience with patients in student clinics.• Faculty members are practicing therapists, giving you the latest and best

information.• Our team environment supports your learning and development.• Opportunity for stable, secure and rewarding (both financially and

personally) careers.

Advantages

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Summary

• We love what we do,

• Our patients love what we do, and

• We’re looking for teammates who share the same passion.

• Lets work for a win/win – new careers for you, top-quality therapists for the MRMT® discipline!

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Contact us with questions or to schedule a meeting with the Director of Training.

M. T. Wellness Training Center1151 Bethel Road, Suite 303

Columbus, OH 43220

Phone: [email protected]

www.mtwellnessclinic.com

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