Local Massage & Fitness Presents at FSMTA Chapter Meeting & More

Debbie Roberts, L.M.T., Certified Personal Trainer,
Post Rehab Specialist, speaks with class attendees.
Photo courtesy: Steve Roberts.

Stuart, FL---On August 18, 2011, Debbbie Roberts, Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT), and owner of Massage & Fitness Professionals of the Treasure Coast, presented her “Shoulder Dysfunction” talk to 100 people at the Florida State Massage Therapy Association (FSMTA) Treasure Coast Chapter meeting. Roberts spoke on the importance of assessing and not guessing for shoulder dysfunction. Roberts, a personal trainer and group exercise leader for over 27 years, created a 3-part signature system to help LMT’s with assessment, multiple treatment modalities, and muscle stabilization. Roberts helped therapists learn how to assess soft tissue involvement for shoulder impingement, bursitis, tendonitis, and partial tears of the rotator cuff. The lecture included; assessment, discussion of treatment modalities, and how to add stability back to the shoulder girdle. Additionally, the therapists learned how an injury could occur, how to recognize the difference between mobility or a stability problem, and the understanding of rehabilitation principles that should be followed when dealing with shoulder pathologies. LMT’s must earn 24 continuing education (CEU’s) hours every two years in order to keep his or her license current and active. Massage is recognized by many insurance companies yet does require a physician’s prescription in order to file for reimbursement. Massage is an excellent adjunct to physical therapy, chiropractic, or osteopathic care. To find out more about the Palm Beach FSMTA chapter, please see: http://www.pbfsmta.com/.  To find out more about the state organization, please see: http://fsmta.org/about/history-of-fsmta/

Robert’s motto: “If you don’t assess you simply guess.” 

• Step #1 Assessment: Assessment protocols for the upper extremity. 
• Step # 2 Treatment: This is a hands-on treatment for myofascial release, neuromuscular therapy, muscle energy, and contrast therapy.
• Step #3 Muscle Stabilization: This is the best part! Based on steps #1 and #2, ATM technique therapists understand which muscles to activate for the best possible outcome for the patient.

Debbie Roberts, LMT is the innovator of the Assessment, Treatment, & Muscle Stabilization (ATM) Technique™. An international author and speaker, she is the founder of Debbie Roberts Seminars, a CEU program providing continuing education for massage therapists and personal trainers who want to reach their full potential in their chosen fields. Certified though the National Board of Massage and the Florida Board of Massage, Roberts is best known for her unparalleled understanding of the anatomy of an injury and her focus on assessment and treatment plans designed to facilitate a client’s form and function.

Roberts staff (with over 30 years combined experience) can leave you feeling refreshed, renewed, and rejuvenated. To find out more about the three different departments of Massage & Fitness Professionals of the Treasure Coast (massage, fitness, and aesthetics), why equipment can make people weak; and why exercise should be based on functional training not muscle isolation, please call the office for a personal appointment or to schedule a speaking engagement for your group.

Roberts will also be presenting at the Club Spa Fitness Industry Show on Sept. 16^th & 17^th, 2011 at the PGA National Resort & Spa in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. To find out more, please see: www.csfassociation.com. Roberts is leading the massage therapy track with a 5-hour CEU talk on Friday Sept. 16^th and a 4-hour CEU talk on Sat. the 17^th, the 5-hour talk is on Golf-ability and the 4-hour talk is on the Robert’s signature Flexibility Course. 

Additionally, Roberts honors local teachers and teaching professionals by offering a FREE massage gift certificate monthly to a MartinCounty School District employee. To find out more please contact Massage & Fitness Professionals of the Treasure Coast, or please see: www.massage-fitnessspa.com/about.html or visit: 2215 S. Kanner Highway Stuart, FL  34994, or call: 772-288-0073. **The information provided is not intended to replace the medical advice of your doctor or health care provider. For additional information, please contact our office.