The F.I.T. Institute is a certified educational organization offering courses that address the framework, theory and practical skills that clinicians need to be able to apply the principles and techniques of the FIT approach. Dr. Mark Scappaticci, the originator of the FIT approach, has developed a number of specialized courses for Health Care Professionals, Personal Trainers and Coaches. These courses are the culmination of years of experience, education and training and are offered exclusively through the F.I.T Institute. Clinical courses may focus on assessment, treatment approaches or both and courses are open to currently practicing clinicians (Physiotherapists, Chiropractic Doctors, Registered Massage Therapists) and in some cases specially tailored, audience-specific training programs can be provided upon request. Course descriptions are provided below and links to more detailed curricula and registration details are provided.
Functional Integrated Needling
Intensive Hands-On Training over 2 Weekends
The purpose of the Functional Integrated Needling (FIN) for Pain Management Training Program is to develop the knowledge and skills required to effectively diagnose and treat painful neuromuscular conditions using the FIN system. This training program has been designed to ensure that clinicians will have a clear understanding of how dry needling works and to confidently and safely integrate the FIN system immediately in their practice to manage .
Fascial Abrasion Technique
Intensive 1-Day Workshop
Dr. Scappaticci has developed a patented Fascial Abrasion Technique Tool (FAT-Tool). This course addresses the key principles and concepts associated with diagnosing soft tissue injuries and using the Fascial Abrasion Techniques and Tools. For more information and a detailed course description.
Synergy Performance Taping
Intensive 1-Day Workshop
The goal of this course will be to educate participants in how to determine where to effectively apply Synergy Performance Tape for maximizing motor control driven by functional assessment tools.
The participants will learn functional assessments that help identify abnormal muscle firing patterns and learn a unique Kinesiology Taping system to improve these faulty patterns.