KSC: Kinetic Shoulder Complex

• Prior to the classroom portion of this course, all students must complete the required course preparation which includes videos, quizzes, and articles. Once enrolled in a course, required course preparation can be found by logging on to your IPA account and selecting “My Upcoming Courses.”  If you have any trouble accessing the required course preparation please email [email protected] for assistance.  Prep time varies by course so be sure to review required course work immediately following your purchase to allow for sufficient time to complete assignments prior to the start of the course.  To receive CEUs all required course preparation must be completed prior to course commencement.
• Please have your fingernails filed and trimmed.
• Please review shoulder girdle and shoulder anatomy.

• Release of Liability Form: Complete the Release of Liability Form and bring it to the course.
• Course Manual: PDF or printed course manual
• Half Foam Roll: (12″ x 6″ which measures 3″ tall at the apex since the 6″ round is cut in half).
• Mobilization Belt: 1.5″ x 8′
• Dycem 5” x 5”: Premium or Regular Dycem
• Towel: Large enough to provide lumbar or cervical support
• Pillow: We suggest that you bring the pillow you normally sleep on for direct feedback and learning.
• Two Pillowcases

NOTE: You may order from IPA or from a number of other providers.  IPA orders that are received three weeks prior to a course, and clearly request shipment to a course, may be shipped directly to the course.  All other orders will be shipped to the address given on the order.

Optional Equipment:

• Spiral Bound Manual: Optional printed & spiralbound manual may be purchased with the course (PDF manual included with tuition)
• Snowman Tool with hat
• Kong Tool
• Neoprene Mobilization Belt Pad
•  Fascia Freer
• Water Bottle: Water is not always immediately available
• Coffee / Snacks: You are welcome to bring your own coffee, tea and snacks, as these will not be provided

16 Contact Hours

To receive CEUs all required course preparation must be completed PRIOR to course commencement.

Approved for PTs in NY, IL, and CA.  For a different state, please check with your state board for reciprocity of CEU approval from one of these states.  IPA will provide the standard documentation needed for individual state approval if your state does not accept reciprocity.  OTs, and PTAs should check with their approving body to determine if the PT approval is acceptable.

For ATCs – This course has been approved by the BOC for Category A contact hours.

Earlybird Price: $700 / Regular Price: $750

Earlybird Discounts: Register at least one month prior to course commencement and receive a discount of approximately 10%.  Register early and save!

Student / New Professional Discounts: Students and First Year New Professionals can receive a 20% discount. Full details here.

Repeat Discounts: IPA makes two (2) spots in each in-person course available at half-price for those repeating a course within five (5) years.  Registration for the half-price spots is on a first-come basis.  You must register by phone to receive a half-price repeat spot.  Registering online will result in you being charged full price. Credits cannot be issued once your transaction is complete.  Half-price tuition does not include a course manual or any supplies distributed at the course. Full details here.

It is recommended that each participant reviews the Bibliography and read any article they are unfamiliar with prior to the course. All Course Bibliographies.

PT, PTA, OT, OTA, SPT, OTS, & ATC

Attendees agree to utilize all skills of evaluation, assessment and treatment learned in this course to the extent allowed under the regulations of their professional practice act. By registering you acknowledge that your attendance does not represent authorization by the IPA, or any of its officers, to utilize any of the material learned which may lie outside of the strict interpretation of your practice act.

Each attendee is expected to complete the required pre-course work before the course begins, and attend all hours of instruction to receive a certificate of completion. Any exceptions to this policy must be pre-approved in writing by the Directors.

• Each participant’s body must be accessible for observation of the shoulder girdle and shoulder.
• Women:  Halter tops, sports bras, or similar.
• Please refrain from wearing large or sharp jewelry.
• It is recommended to wear layers for comfort between labs as temperatures may vary in the room

Meals are not provided. You are welcome to bring your own coffee, tea and snacks, as these will not be provided by the facility.  Please be mindful of your snack choices as you will be consuming them among the other participants.

While specific instructors are scheduled for each course, circumstance may necessitate instructor changes. In addition, the final number of instructors is determined by enrollment.  Course refunds or transfers are not granted related to changes in the designated instructor or number of instructors.

Instructor/Participant Ratio:

• 1 Instructor:  ≤ 20 participants
• 2 Instructors:  22 – 32 participants
• 3 Instructors:  ≥ 34 participants