Introduction to Manual Therapy

Introduction to Manual Therapy is a foundational workshop conducted under AIM – Advanced Integrative Manual Therapy, the brainchild of Dr. Sathish Babu Giridharan P.T, MSc. This session offers physiotherapy students and early practitioners a clear understanding of the history and evolution of manual therapy, its relevance in modern physiotherapy, and essential hands-on skills. Participants will learn surface anatomy, palpation techniques, and basic assessment methods, forming the core foundation needed to advance into deeper manual therapy practice.

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01:16:29 Hours

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English

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Fri, 23-Jan-2026

Course description

The Introduction to Manual Therapy Workshop, offered as part of AIM (Advanced Integrative Manual Therapy)—a pioneering clinical teaching model developed by Dr. Sathish Babu Giridharan P.T, MSc —is designed to build strong foundational skills for physiotherapy students and early-career clinicians.

This workshop begins with an engaging overview of the history of manual therapy, tracing its origins across ancient healing traditions and showing how the discipline has evolved into an evidence-informed component of modern physiotherapy practice. Understanding this journey helps learners appreciate the scientific reasoning behind today’s manual therapy techniques.

The core of the session focuses on two essential clinical competencies:

Surface Anatomy

Participants learn to identify key anatomical landmarks with precision, a crucial requirement for safe and effective manual techniques.

Palpation Skills

Hands-on guidance helps learners develop skilled palpation—one of the most fundamental abilities for any manual therapist. Students will practice identifying muscles, bones, soft tissues, and joint lines with accuracy.

Basic Assessment Techniques

The session will also include simple, structured assessment methods to help learners connect anatomical understanding with clinical reasoning.

What will i learn?

  • Clear understanding of the history and evolution of manual therapy
  • Strong foundation in surface anatomy and palpation skills
  • Ability to perform basic clinical assessments
  • Improved confidence in identifying structures manually
  • Introduction to the principles of AIM – Advanced Integrative Manual Therapy
  • Certificate of participation to strengthen your clinical learning profile

Requirements

  • Open to BPT students, interns, and beginners in manual therapy.
  • Basic understanding of human anatomy (helpful but not mandatory)
  • Willingness to participate in hands-on practice
  • Comfortable clothing for practical sessions
  • Curiosity and interest in learning manual therapy foundations

Frequently asked question

This workshop is open to BPT students (3rd,4th years), interns, and early-stage physiotherapy practitioners who want to build a strong foundation in manual therapy.

No. This is an introductory course. Surface anatomy, palpation, and basic assessment skills will be taught from scratch.

This session includes practical demonstrations and guided hands-on practice so you can learn techniques safely and correctly.

Yes. All participants will receive a certificate of participation from Physiofix Academy.

Absolutely. students will greatly benefit because surface anatomy and palpation are fundamental skills that strengthen clinical confidence early.

Yes. The skills taught here—palpation, anatomical location, and basic assessments—directly improve your clinical performance during internships.

This is a foundation-level workshop. It prepares you for more advanced AIM modules like joint mobilization, soft tissue techniques, and clinical reasoning.

You will understand the basics of anatomy, palpation, and assessment, which are essential before learning advanced manual therapy techniques. This is a starting point, not a full certification in manual therapy.

This session is the first step of the AIM (Advanced Integrative Manual Therapy) system. It prepares you with the basic knowledge and skills needed for deeper AIM levels.

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Sujatha G

12-Dec-2025

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It was very informative session, Thanks to Dr. Sathish Babu Giridharan for teaching us the concepts of Manual therapy in simple and understandable form. Wish to learn more from you sir. Thank You

Free

Lectures

5

Quizzes

1

Skill level

Beginner

Expiry period

2 Months

Certificate

Yes
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