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Quiz Questions

• 1.
   Have you previously taken a course in:

  • A.
    Strain Counterstrain (with the Jones Institute)
  • B.
    Fascial Counterstrain (with the Jones Institute)
  • C.
    I have never taken a Counterstrain course
• 2.
  What is your medical license?

  • A.
    Physical Therapist (DPT)
  • B.
    Occupational Therapist (OT)
  • C.
    Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)
  • D.
    Naturopathic Doctor (ND)
  • E.
    Medical Doctor (MD)
  • F.
    Chiropractor (DC)
  • G.
    Massage Therapist (LMT)
  • H.
    Acupuncturist (LAc)
  • I.
    Nurse (NP)
  • J.
    Dentist (DMD or DDS)
  • K.
    I am not a licensed medical professional
• 3.
  What is your primary focus of care in your practice?

  • A.
    Restorative massage therapies similar to being at a spa
  • B.
    Medical massage therapies that focus on rehabilitation & pain management
• 4.
  What trainings or certification have you completed that you currently use to work with clients?

  • A.
    Craniosacral
  • B.
    Feldenkrais
  • C.
    Rolfing
  • D.
    Reiki or Energy Practitioner
  • E.
    Yoga Practitioner
  • F.
    Pilates
  • G.
    Breathwork Facilitator
  • H.
    I have not completed any trainings
• 5.
  How many years of manual therapy experience do you possess?

  • A.
    0
  • B.
    1-2
  • C.
    3+
• 6.
  Which manual therapy techniques do you currently use?

  • A.
    Osteopathic Manual Medicine
  • B.
    Craniosacral Therapy
  • C.
    Myofascial Release
  • D.
    Mobilizations
  • E.
    HVLA's
  • F.
    Massage
  • G.
    Needling
  • H.
    Other
• 7.
  How many patients/clients do you see per hour?

  • A.
    1
  • B.
    2-3
  • C.
    4+
• 8.
  How many patients/clients do you see (on average) per day?

  • A.
    1-3
  • B.
    4-7
  • C.
    8-10
  • D.
    11+
• 9.
  How would you describe yourself as a practitioner? (can choose multiple)

  • A.
    I am a manual therapist
  • B.
    I specialize in the prescription of exercise
  • C.
    I am a generalist: I’m eclectic in my work. I want to expand my toolbox, I like to have multiple options and stay versatile
  • D.
    I am a specialist: I want to hone my craft and expertise in manual therapy and take my specialty to the next level
• 10.
  In your practice, how do the majority of your patients/clients pay for your services?

  • A.
    Insurance
  • B.
    Cash Based

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  Fascial Counterstrain [FCS]

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  Expanding upon Strain Counterstrain methodology, the Fascial Counterstrain (FCS) curriculum introduces over 900 new techniques across six anatomical systems. Courses include the prerequisite FCS Foundations along with advanced FCS Musculoskeletal, Lymphatic-Venous, Arterial, Visceral, and Nervous System courses; plus a brand new Central Sensitization Series.Developed by Brian Tuckey, PT, OCS, JSCCI, Fascial Counterstrain courses also teach practitioners how to conduct a proprietary assessment which allows them to instantly identify dysfunctional tissues throughout the entire body—a tool many credit for taking their practice to the next level. Fascial Counterstrain is ideal for any licensed healthcare practitioner who aims to dramatically expand the scope and power of their clinical skill set.Prerequisites: Medical license or massage therapy certification is REQUIRED. Eligible licenses include: MD, DO, ND, DPT, PTA, DC, OT, OTA, NP, LAc, CMTGET STARTED WITH FCS FOUNDATIONSFoundations of “Fascial Counterstrain” (FCS) is your entry level course into the world of neuro-fascial dysfunction. This class, which acts as the pre-requisite for the entire FCS series, will provide students with 10 of the most powerful techniques from each class in the FCS series. This course also provides access to the FCS Learning Center, for pre-course and post-course online lessons. Developed by Brian Tuckey.
• 2.
  Strain Counterstrain [SCS]

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  The Strain Counterstrain (SCS) curriculum covers approximately 200 techniques across two primary courses: SCS Complete Body and SCS Cranial. Depending on their comfort level, practitioners can either advance to a mentorship program to hone their clinical application skills in a one-on-one setting or take an exam to become board certified in Jones Strain Counterstrain.Developed by Dr. Lawrence Jones and Randall Kusunose, PT, OCS, JSCCI, this foundational series gives practitioners an advanced manual therapy approach to somatic dysfunction and pain. Ideal for those in search of gentle manual therapy techniques and lasting pain relief for their difficult patients, Strain Counterstrain courses provide the skills and confidence practitioners need to be experts in their fields.---GET STARTED WITH SCS COMPLETE BODYStrain Counterstrain (SCS) Complete Body is your entry level course into the world of somatic dysfunction. This course, which acts as the entry point for the SCS Certification track, will provide students with 160 powerful techniques that can be applied throughout the body.This course also provides access to the SCS Learning Center, for pre-course and post-course online lessons that include video demonstrations of all techniques. In addition, the course culminates with a 3-day in-person lab that is focused on technique application and skill development.
• 3.
  Gross Anatomy and Cadaver Dissection

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  Anatomy Dissection offers a Counterstrain-specific approach to gross anatomy and is specifically designed to maximize clinical results no matter the practitioner’s skill level. Students will have a unique opportunity to dissect untouched cadavers in their choice of the following courses: 2-day Pelvic Floor course5-day Multi-System courseNEW 3-day CNS Brain course The courses feature musculoskeletal, central nervous system, viscera, pelvic floor, and brain dissections respectively.No prerequisites required!Dissection is a great choice for practitioners seeking to study Counterstrain through the hands-on identification of complex anatomical structures. These popular courses provide an intimate lab setting with a maximum student to cadaver ratio of six to one. From the superficial layer of the dermis to the deep layers of the autonomic nervous system, students will visualize myriad conditions in the lab in order to treat their patients!
• 4.
  You are not currently eligible for either of our Counterstrain curricula pathways, read below to learn more.

  This is due to one of the following reasons: 1. You do not have a medical licenseOR2. You have not completed any trainings or certifications that would qualify you to proceed in our Counterstrain courses. --------While you are not currently eligible for our Counterstrain curricula pathways, you may be suited for our Anatomy Dissection courses. Anatomy Dissection offers a Counterstrain-specific approach to gross anatomy and is specifically designed to maximize clinical results no matter the practitioner’s skill level. Students will have a unique opportunity to dissect untouched cadavers in their choice of the following courses:2-day Pelvic Floor course5-day Multi-System courseNEW 3-day CNS Brain courseThe courses feature musculoskeletal, central nervous system, viscera, pelvic floor, and brain dissections respectively.No prerequisites or licensure required!Dissection is a great choice for practitioners seeking to study Counterstrain through the hands-on identification of complex anatomical structures. These popular courses provide an intimate lab setting with a maximum student to cadaver ratio. From the superficial layer of the dermis to the deep layers of the autonomic nervous system, students will visualize myriad conditions in the lab in order to treat their patients.
• 5.
  This quiz is intended for NEW students who have not taken any prior Counterstrain courses.

  If you would like further guidance on which course is the next best step for you in your SCS or FCS curricula pathway, please visit your Student Portal for our recommended student journey.