ERGON SPORTS IASTM COURSE

ERGON® Technique is an evidence-based therapeutic approach

combining static and dynamic manipulations of the body’s soft

tissue with special clinical equipment for the treatment of neuro-

musculoskeletal pathologies. The technique derives its name from

the ancient Greek word ‘ergon’, which means ‘the product of a

man’s work, be it manual or mental, scientific or artistic’.

The technique was created through applied research and long-

term evaluation at the Human Evaluation and Rehabilitation

Laboratory of the Physiotherapy Department of

University of Patras.

ERGON® Technique is an innovative development of older

IASTM approaches (GUA SHA, GRASTON technique, SMART

TOOLS technique, Tools assisted massage technique etc.) and

is based on the myofascial meridians theory as first described by

Thomas Myers.

The ERGON® Soft Tissue Techniques are applied on specific

points of tissue restrictions and fascial adhesions along the fascial

meridians; when these are released, functionality improves within

a few treatment sessions.

The Ergon Technique relies on unique clinical equipment called

ERGON Tools.

Ergon Tools applied with special ERGON Technique can detect

and release –loosen scar tissues, adhesions and fascial stiffness,

b) increase local perfusion, and c) decrease muscle tone and

myofascial pain.

The ERGON ® Technique techniques are applied in specific

points of soft tissue adhesions which, upon release, improve the

functionality of the area of the body, in the space of merely a few

sessions.

The therapeutic effect of ERGON® Technique is sustained for

many days afterwards, and when combined with other treatment

techniques (stretching and neuromuscular control exercises

techniques) can even become permanent.

This particular technique allows ERGON®-certified Therapists to

a) assess with precision myofascial areas of high sensitivity, and b)

restore biomechanical function of joints by dissolving adhesions,

regaining normal myofascial rolling and reducing muscle spasm and

pain.

Figure 1. ERGON Tools Figure 2. Treatment of specific anatomical point with ERGON®

Technique

What is ERGON IASTM

Technique?

The ERGON ® Technique has been evaluated and is based on

several recent research studies. These studies have demonstrated

the effect of ERGON ® Technique on reducing the myofascial

pain, treating major musculoskeletal diseases and accelerating the

recovery of specialized sports injuries.

The ERGON ® Technique is constantly evolving based on

modern scientific findings as it is currently the subject of

scientific research on 2 masters research projects (University of

Patras,Greece) and a doctoral dissertation (European

University of Cyprus).

ERGON IASTM Research

1. Fousekis, K., Mylonas, K., & Charalampopoulou, V. (2014).

Aggressive massage techniques can accelerate safe return after

hamstrings strain: A case study of a professional soccer player.

J. Sports Med. Doping. Stud, 4(3), 1-5.

2. Eid, Kristin, et al. “Treatment of the trunk and lower extremities

with Ergon® IASTM technique can increase hamstrings

flexibility in amateur athletes: A randomized control study.”

Physical Therapy in Sport 28 (2017): e12.

3. Fousekis, K. Treatment of supraspinatus tendinopathy with

Ergon® IASTM Technique and neuromuscular control

exercises: a case study. J Nov Physiother 2016, 8(7), 60.

4. Fousekis, K. Aggressive Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy: Should

We Treat Pain with Pain? Journal of Novel Physiotherapies.”

(2016).

5. Fousekis, K et al. (2017). Treatment of shoulder myofascial

trigger points in amateur athletes with Ergon® IASTM therapy,

cupping and ischaemic pressure techniques: A randomized

controlled clinical trial. Physical Therapy in Sport, 28, e9-e10.

6. Fousekis, K., Kounavi, E., Doriadis, S., Mylonas, K., & Kallistratos,

E. (2016). The Effectiveness of Instrument-assisted Soft Tissue

Mobilization Technique (Ergon Technique), Cupping and

Ischaemic Pressure Techniques in the Treatment of Amateur

Athletes Myofascial Trigger Points. J Nov Physiother S, 3, 2.

7. Fousekis, K. Treatment of adhesive capsulitis with Ergon®

IASTM Technique and stretching exercises: a case study.

Journal of Novel Physiotherapies, 90(119), 124.

ERGON IASTM Technique is Evidence-Based

3.1. Aims of Sports ERGON® Course

The primary aim of ERGON® seminar is the theoretical and

practical education and training of participants in the

innovative techniques of ERGON® Instrument-Assisted Soft

Tissue treatment. The largest part of the Seminar concerns the

guided application of ERGON® techniques in all anatomical

structures (based on the fascial meridians of the body) and for all

common musculoskeletal injuries.

Candidates desiring to participate in ERGON® (SPORTS)

training seminar are required to have:

o A Health Science bachelor of Science (Medical Doctors,

Physiotherapists, Manual Therapist, Chiropractors,

Osteopaths, Manual Therapists, Massage Therapists, Sports

Scientists, Athletic Trainers, Yoga Practitioners, etc.)

3.2. Learning Objectives of Sports ERGON® Course o Theoretical knowledge of the anatomy and kinesiology of

At the end of the training, trainees will have gained theoretical

education on the subject of Fasciae (Thomas Mayer Myofascial

Meridians theory, soft tissue pathologies, fasciae, and their healing,

being fully capable to:

o Assess possible fascial pathologies

o Approach areas difficult for the human fingers to access

o Actively intervene on hard tissue release cross-links between

connective

o Restore range of motion of joints in a minimum number of

treatment sessions

o Treat effectively most musculoskeletal pathologies/injuries

o Cause controlled and targeted re-injury in case of poor healing

(tendinosis / overuse injury)

o Stimulate anabolic processes in connective tissues (collagen

fibres)

o Accelerate tissue through fibroblast activation

o Facilitate reflex changes in chronically incorrect muscle

activation patterns

o Effectively heal most neuro-musculoskeletal injuries

o Increase tension produced in one or more joints

o Combine techniques (ERGON® Technique and

kinesiotherapy) - Facilitate functional rehabilitation

the human body (Physiotherapy and other Health Science

students)

o Any prior experience in soft tissue mobilization techniques

will be helpful for better understating the seminar.

3.4. Program Structure of Sports ERGON® Course

The duration of the training program [(SPORTS ERGON®]

is 8 hours.

3.5. Teaching Method

In order to achieve optimal understanding and clinical

application of ERGON® techniques, the maximum number of

participants will be 30 individuals.

There will be two ERGON® Clinical Instructors, one acting as

basic instructor, and the other as assistant instructor.

Theory presentations will be done with the aid of PowerPoint

and videos. At the end of the theoretical course, there will be

a practical application of techniques up to the point where

participants can perform them without flaws. Trainees will be

provided with full equipment (ERGON® tools) for performing

the techniques, as well as for their overall participation in the

Seminar.

Furthermore, all participants will receive teaching material that

will include, images and texts, which they can consult for any

questions past the completion of the seminar.

Figure 3. Ergon® IASTM Technique

Courses.

The

Educational-

3.6. Timetable of Sports ERGON® Course

FRIDAY

9:00 - 09:30 (30 minutes)

Introduction to the techniques:

Basic theoretical principles, indications and contraindications,

expected results from techniques use

9:30 - 10:30 (1 hour)

1 Lab. Ergon Strokes:

Demonstration of Ergon Strokes (IASTM), application of the

techniques by the students

10:30 - 11:00 (30 minutes)

Fascial System: Anatomy of Fascial Meridians, function, interaction

with other soft tissues

1st Break 11:00 - 11:15

11:15 - 14:15 (3 hours)

2 Lab. ERGON Technique Scanning Procedure

3 Lab. Posterior region of the Hip (Superficial Back Line)

4 Lab. Posterior region of the Knee (Superficial Back Line)

5 Lab. Posterior region, Plantar Fascia (Superficial Back Line)

6 Lab. Anterior region of the Hip (Superficial Front Line)

7 Lab. Anterior region, Knee and Foot(SuperficialFront Line)

2nd Break 14:15 - 14:30

14:30 - 18:00 (3 Hours & 30 minutes)

8 Lab. Hip (tensor Fascia Latae, ITB)

9Lab. Lumbosacral region (Back and

Spiral Lines

10.Lab. Cervical region (Back and Spiral Lines)

11.Lab. Shoulder (Front and Deep Front Lines)

12 Lab. Forearm (Front and Back lines)

Discussion – Evaluation and Participation Certifications awarding

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