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DIPLOMA IN ORTHOPAEDIC MASSAGE AND MANIPULATION
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The Diploma in Orthopaedic Massage and Manipulation builds on the knowledge and skills acquired within the Advanced Remedial Massage Course, introducing the student to the art of manipulation, in addition to advancing their practice in non-manipulative techniques. This course is aimed at taking the student to the top of their profession, allowing them to treat the most complex and difficult cases. In addition to manipulation of the spine, sacrum and pelvis, the course covers manipulation of all peripheral joints. It also covers neurodynamic testing and treatment, cranial mobilisation, McKenzie technique for the cervical and lumbar spine, biomechanics of the upper and lower limb and gait analysis.
COURSE DETAILS SUMMARY
Start Date
4th and 5th of April 2026
Duration
12 weekends, one weekend a month
Location
Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh
Payment Options
Deposit (non refundable)
£450.00
plus
£2550.00 by 1st March 2026 (total cost £3000)
or by instalments
£1100 to be paid by 1st March 2026 and
6 monthly payments of £260 (total cost £3110)
Course Dates
2026
Weekend 1 4th + 5th April
Weekend 2 2nd + 3rd May
Weekend 3 6th + 7th June
Weekend 4 4th + 5th July
Weekend 5 1st + 2nd Aug
Weekend 6 5th + 6th Sep
Weekend 7 3rd + 4th Oct
Weekend 8 31st Oct + 1st Nov
Weekend 9 5th + 6th Dec
2027
Weekend 10 9th + 10th Jan
Weekend 11 6th + 7th Feb
Exams 7th + 8th Mar
Course hours: 9.30am - 6.00pm
Course Content
● Manipulation of the spine
● Manipulation of the upper and lower limbs
● Neurodynamics, including in depth neurological examination and treatment for nerve dysfunction
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Cranial mobilisations
● Assessment of type and location of protruding and herniated discs together with exercises and treatment
● Interpretation of MRI reports
● Biomechanics including dysfunction of muscle firing sequence with causes and treatment
● Physiology of common medications
● Advanced massage techniques for the individual deep muscles of the cervical spine
Entry Requirements
Entry for the Diploma in Orthopaedic Massage and Manipulation is the Diploma in Advanced Remedial Massage. Anyone who has completed this Diploma with a different school will be required to complete a revision weekend on the spine prior to the commencement of the course, plus a minimum of 2 shadow sessions, with a case study, with one of the tutors. There will be no cost attached to the shadowing but the weekend will be an additional cost of £300.00. Students unsure of eligibility should contact the School for further guidance.
Course Duration
The course will run over twelve weekends, over the period of a year.
Method of Study
The course will be run over twelve weekends which will be run approximately once a month and will cover both the practical and theoretical elements of the course. This learning will be supplemented by home study each month, which will include assignments, practice of techniques, and a research paper. Students must also complete a minimum of 12 hours supervised clinical experience during the course. In addition, students will also be expected to both shadow and conduct case studies on tutors, for at least 3 half days throughout the course. They will also be encouraged to form small study groups to allow practice of practical techniques between monthly sessions.
Course Material
Course material will consist of comprehensive handouts, dynamic spreadsheets and video links. Students will therefore require access to email, the internet and Microsoft Office and have a working knowledge of each.
Equipment
Students will also need have access to a massage couch for their case studies. A non-compulsory reading list will be provided.
Assessment
Award of the Diploma will based on:
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Continuous assessment throughout the course, based on weekend theory tests and practical assessments, together with home study assignments a research paper and clinical experience sessions.
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Final assessments, which will include written and practical examinations
Qualification
On successful completion of the course, students will be awarded a Diploma in Orthopaedic Massage and Manipulation.
Accreditation
Courses are accredited by both the Scottish Massage Therapists Organisation and the National Association of Massage and Manipulative Therapists.
Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
On completion of the course opportunities will be provided for graduates to gain their statutory 20 hours CPD required to meet GCMT and CHNC guidelines.
Enquiries
Please contact us with any queries by email at admin@amts.co.uk