ABOUT NAIOMT

Our Approach to Treatment

Treating the Whole Patient Through Clinical Reasoning

The hallmark of NAIOMT is clinical reasoning—a thorough evaluation and treating the whole patient. We create an optimal environment for healing through continuous assessment and individualized care.

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Physical Therapy is Not a One-Way Street

The hallmark of NAIOMT is clinical reasoning, which includes a thorough evaluation and treating the whole patient.

This comprehensive assessment will lead to applying an appropriate treatment with the understanding that each individual's response may be impacted by idiosyncratic health determinants (underlying pathology, overall health, stress, body type, etc.). That being said, the healing process follows a predictable timetable and a NAIOMT PT will provide strategies that will create an optimal environment for healing.

Our Treatment Methodology

Evidence-based approaches tailored to individual patient needs

Thorough Evaluation

We begin with a comprehensive assessment to understand the full picture of each patient's condition, health history, and functional goals.

Local Treatment

This may include transverse friction massage to promote circulation and healing, or mobilizing a hypomobile joint to decrease stress on inflamed joints in the kinetic chain.

Continuous Assessment

A patient's response to treatment—better, worse, or no change—leads to modifications in the modality used and generates new hypotheses for care.

Modified Care Plans

The plan of care is continuously modified and matched to the functional goals of the patient through neuromuscular re-education.

Patient Communication

Physical therapy is not a one-way street. Continuous communication with the patient is necessary to obtain an optimal outcome.

Optimal Outcomes

The combination of clinical reasoning with continuous assessment ensures we achieve the best possible results for every patient.

"The combination of clinical reasoning with continuous assessment and communication with the patient is necessary to obtain an optimal outcome."

— NAIOMT Philosophy

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Your Complete Pathway to Mastery in Physical Therapy

NAIOMT provides a complete, seamless post-professional education pathway for physical therapists wanting to become experts in clinical reasoning. From individual courses to certification programs, residency, and fellowship—we help manual physical therapists achieve the highest standards of clinical practice.

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What Our Students Say

Real Results from Real Therapists

I recently attended the COMT-5 Lower Extremity Manual Therapy course and it exceeded my expectations. The instructors were knowledgeable and supportive, and the course content was thorough and practical. The course has improved my manipulation and exercise skills, and I'm seeing immediate changes in my practice.

The COMT-1 Lumbar Spine Manual Therapy course was an excellent opportunity for me to refine my skills in differential diagnosis, manipulation, and exercise techniques. The course content was well-organized, and the instructors were engaging and supportive. I saw immediate changes in my practice.

The Trigger Point Dry Needling course exceeded my expectations. The instructors were passionate and experienced, and the course content was both informative and practical. The course has improved my clinical reasoning skills and I'm confident in my ability to use dry needling as an effective treatment modality.

I recently completed the COMT-4 Upper Extremity Manual Therapy course, and it was an incredible experience. The instructors were knowledgeable and supportive, and the course content was well-organized and detailed. The practical exercises were challenging but rewarding.

As a physical therapist, attending the COMT-2 Cervical Spine Manual Therapy course was a game-changer. The course content was comprehensive and well-structured. I've gained new insights into the cervical spine's anatomy, and the techniques I learned have helped me provide better care to my patients.

Attending the COMT-3 Thoracic Spine Manual Therapy course was a fantastic learning experience for me. The instructors were supportive and caring, and the course content was well-organized and comprehensive. I gained new skills in differential diagnosis and exercise techniques.