A1 IASTM Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization

Name: A1 IASTM Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization
Rating: 4.6 (146 reviews)

Learn practical IASTM techniques to treat soft tissue dysfunction and improve patient outcomes.

Created byAbdelrahman Salah Sawan

Last updated 8/2026

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What you'll learn

Master the practical application of IASTM tools using specific, evidence-based strokes.
Gain the confidence to safely treat soft tissue dysfunctions across the upper body, lower body, and spine.
Integrate highly effective tool-assisted treatments for conditions like plantar fasciitis and cervical pain.
Understand the physiological, neurophysiological, and mechanical effects of IASTM to maximize patient recovery.
Identify crucial indications, precautions, and contraindications to ensure safe clinical practice.
Grasp the history, grading, and hierarchy of evidence supporting the efficacy of soft tissue mobilization.

Course content

11 sections • 16 lectures • 1h 47m total length

Introduction4:25
Intro & History Quiz

Chapter 9 Part 1 (Application on lower leg)3:58
Perform IASTM on the leg using concave and convex strokes, scan for abnormalities, treat restricted areas to break adhesions, and cool down toward knee lymph nodes, avoiding patellar tendon inflammation.
Chapter 9 Part 2 (Application on Calf and planter fascia)6:36
Chapter 9 Part 3 (Application on pectoral and shoulder muscles)2:47
Assess shoulder and pectoral muscles with a superficial concave edge, treat with superficial and convex edges, then finish with ice and cool down toward the nearest lymph nodes.
Chapter 9 Part 4 (Application on lumbar region)4:41
Assess lumbar musculature with the superficial concave edge, warm deep muscles with concave strokes, and use the handlebar i tool on the ilium with superficial and deep convex edges.
Chapter 9 Part 5 (Application on cervical and scapular muscles)7:07
Execute an IASTM session on cervical and scapular muscles, assess cervical muscles and weights, warm up with a concave edge, switch to a convex surface, finish with a lymphatic cooldown.
Chapter 9 Part 6 (Application on forearm and wrist)7:41
Apply forearm and wrist IASTM techniques using superficial concave and fanning strokes to treat tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow, carpal tunnel, and trigger finger, with assessment, mobilization, and cooldown.

Requirements

No prior experience with IASTM tools is required; we cover everything from the basic grip to advanced strokes.
Basic knowledge of human anatomy and physiology (knowing major muscle groups will help you get the most out of the practical applications).
A desire to reduce hand fatigue and improve soft tissue outcomes for your clients or patients.

Description

"All concepts were explained so thoroughly, and I felt immediately confident to apply the techniques." - Molly (5-Star Review)

Welcome to the most efficient, clinically focused course on Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM).

If you are a massage therapist, chiropractor, athletic trainer, or rehab professional looking to integrate powerful, evidence-based manual therapy techniques into your practice, this course is designed specifically for you. Taught by a University Biomechanics Lecturer and Clinic Medical Director, this masterclass cuts out the academic fluff.

In just under 2 hours, you will move from the foundational science of soft tissue mobilization straight into practical, hands-on application. You won't just learn the theory; you will watch step-by-step demonstrations on how to grip, angle, and apply the tools to real clients.

Inside this 2-Hour Clinical Masterclass, you will learn how to assess and treat:

The Plantar Fascia and Calf complex
Pectoral and Shoulder musculature
The Lumbar spine region
Cervical and Scapular muscles
Forearm and Wrist dysfunctions

Why Take This Course?

Your time is valuable. This curriculum is engineered for rapid skill acquisition so you can complete the training in a single evening and start using IASTM tools in your clinic the very next morning.

Enroll today to upgrade your manual therapy toolkit, save your hands from fatigue, and accelerate your clients' healing process!

Who this course is for:

Massage Therapists and Bodyworkers
Chiropractors and Osteopaths
Athletic Trainers and Sports Rehab Specialists
Physical Therapists and PT Students
Occupational Therapists
Any manual therapist looking to reduce hand fatigue and improve patient outcomes

A1 IASTM Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization

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Course content

Introduction1 lecture • 4min

Chapter 2 (Evidence Hierarchy, Grades of Evidence, Researches done with IASTM)1 lecture • 8min

Chapter 3 (Researches showing Effectiveness of IASTM tools)1 lecture • 8min

Chapter 4 (Principles and benefits of IASTM)1 lecture • 8min

Chapter 5 (Physiologic-NeuroPhysiologic-Mechanical effects of IASTM)1 lecture • 6min

Chapter 6 Basic Practical concepts and using A1 blade2 lectures • 22min

Chapter 7 (Indications, precautions, Contraindications)1 lecture • 4min

Chapter 8 (Strokes And Techniques)1 lecture • 11min

Chapter 96 lectures • 33min

Final Exam0

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