Still Technique with Jonathan Edis DO

Description

Still Technique is a modern, American interpretation of what we know about Andrew Taylor Still’s manipulative methods. It is based on the descriptions of his techniques written by him & described by early osteopaths who knew him, studied under him & worked with him.

A cross between structural & functional techniques, it is a quick, effective yet gentle osteopathic manipulative technique (OMT). It is applicable to every area of the body & suitable for a wide range of patients. It is also a great alternative to high velocity thrust techniques (HVT), when HVT is inappropriate or ineffective.

This two-day course will introduce you to the background, theory & application of Still Technique. Over the two days, you will get a chance to learn & practice Still Techniques for the spine, pelvis & extremities.

Jonathan Edis is an osteopath, lecturer, & clinical tutor at University College of Osteopathy (formerly the British School of Osteopathy) in London, UK. He discovered Still Technique in 2004. After using it extensively in clinical practice, he has been delivering courses on it in the UK & Europe since 2010. He is looking forward to returning to Panta Rhei after the enforced break of the pandemic.

You can take a look at the introduction webinar here:

Day 1: Introduction to Still Technique

This 7-hour CPD workshop will introduce you to the theory & practice of Still Technique. It will focus on the lumbar spine, pelvis & 1st rib areas .

Day 2

This 7-hour CPD workshop builds on the Day 1 workshop. Day 2 provides an opportunity to practice & refine the techniques introduced in Day 1. It will then explore the application of Still Technique to the thorax (ribs & thoracic spine), the cervical spine, & the upper & lower limbs. It will also look at its applied role in the external treatment of the sacrococcygeal area.

Learning outcomes

Day 1

• Introduce the background, development & principles of Still Technique
  • Discuss indications & contraindications for the application of Still Technique in clinical practice
  • Introduce the theory, & practice the application, of Still Techniques to:
  • Rib 1 area
  • Lumbar Spine
  • Sacroiliac joint area
  • Pubic symphysis
  • Anterior hip area

Day 2

• Revise the principles, theory & techniques covered on Day 1
  • Discuss & apply Still Technique in the external treatment of the sacrococcygeal area
  • Introduce the theory, & practice the application, of Still Technique to:
  • Thorax (Ribs 2-12 & Thoracic Spine)
  • Cervical Spine
  • Upper limb: elbow, hand & wrist
  • Lower limb: superior tibiofibular joint, talocrural joint & subtalar joint

Recommended reading & resource list  

• A.T. Still University (2011). A.T. Still Footage. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YUsXCj5JO9c
• Dowling, DJ (2005). Still Technique. In: DiGiovanna, EL, Schiowitz, S & Dowling, DJ, eds. (2005). An Osteopathic Approach to Diagnosis and Treatment. 3^rd edition. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. pp. 91-92; 152-157; 208-213; 258-261; 340-345; 385-392
• Hazzard, C (1905). The Practice & Applied Therapeutics of Osteopathy. 3^rd revised edition. Kirksville Journal Printing Co. https://wellcomecollection.org/works/htn6m83j/items?canvas=1
• Hildreth, AG (1938). The Lengthening Shadow of Dr Andrew Taylor Still. Mrs AG Hildreth & Mrs AE Van Vleck. https://www.lmunet.edu/debusk-college-of-osteopathic-medicine/do/admissions/documents/Lengthening%20Shadow.pdf
• Nicholas, AS & Nicholas, EA (2016). Atlas of Osteopathic Techniques. 3^rd Wolters Kluwer. pp. 435-454
• Still, AT (1910). Osteopathy Research & Practice. Published by the author. https://www.atsu.edu/museum-of-osteopathic-medicine/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Osteopathy-Research-and-Practice-by-AT-Still-1910.pdf
• Taylor, N (2008). Efficacy of the ‘Still technique’ on dorsiflexion at the talocrural joint in patients with a history of ankle injury. Unpublished thesis, Unitec Institute of Technology, NZ. https://www.researchbank.ac.nz/handle/10652/1335
• Van Buskirk, RL (2011). Still Technique. In: Chila, AG, ed. (2011). Foundations for Osteopathic Medicine. 3^rd edition. Wolters Kluwer/ Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. pp. 849-852
• Van Buskirk, RL (2006). The Still Technique Manual. 2^nd edition. American Academy of Osteopathy
• Van Buskirk, RL (2003). Treatment of Somatic Dysfunction with an Osteopathic Manipulative Method of Dr. Andrew Taylor Still. In: Ward, RC, ed. (2003). Foundations for Osteopathic Medicine. 2^nd edition. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. pp. 1094-1114
• Van Buskirk, RL (2000). The Still Technique Manual. American Academy of Osteopathy
• Van Buskirk, RL (1996). A manipulative technique of Andrew Taylor Still as reported by Charles Hazzard, DO, in 1905. JAOA. 96(10):597-602