Phoenix, AZ August 15-16, 2026

Description

Presenter: Dr. Ross Turchaninov, MD, PhD, LMT

16 Medical Massage CEs approved by NCBTMB

 

Location: Novakovic Family Practice, 20823 N Cave Creek Rd STE 102, Phoenix, AZ 85204

Phone: (602) 561-9532

Dates: Saturday and Sunday, August 15 &16 2026

Hours: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, all days

Saturday: Medical Massage Protocol for Posterior Cervical Pain Hands-On Training Course

Sunday: Medical Massage Protocol for Piriformis Muscle Syndrome/Sciatica Hands-On Training Course

Registration Fee: 2-days for $370. Therapists can select 1-day for $185

We will refund the enrollment fee if you don’t find the information we shared professionally vital.

 

SEMINAR PROGRAM

Day 1: Medical Massage Protocol for Posterior Cervical Pain Hands-On Training Course

           During the class, we will cover anatomy, physiology, pathology, and the examination of the major causes of tension in the posterior cervical muscles (Trapezius, Semispinalis Capitis, and Levator Scapulae).

          Next, we will discuss the detailed evaluation of the soft tissues in the posterior neck and upper shoulders on a layer-by-layer basis.

          Finally, we will cover a step-by-step Medical Massage Protocol to decompress skin, fascia, posterior cervical muscles, and periosteum in the posterior neck and upper shoulders.

Day 2: Medical Massage Protocol for Piriformis Muscle Syndrome/Sciatica Hands-On Training Course

          The topic of the class is Piriformis Muscle, a.k.a. Key to The Lower Extremity. We will cover anatomy, physiology, pathology, and examination of the major causes of the tension in the piriformis muscle and its strategic relations with the Sciatic Nerve.

          Next, we will discuss the detailed evaluation of the soft tissues in the gluteal area on a layer-by-layer basis. Finally, we will cover step-by-step Medical Massage Protocol to decompress skin, fascia, posterior cervical muscles, and periosteum in the lower back and gluteal area.

 

About presenter: Dr. Ross Turchaninov 

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We look forward to seeing you soon and advancing your practice together!