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    • Physical Therapist
    • Certified Occupational Therapy Asst
    • Occupational Therapist
    • Physical Therapy Asst
    • Athletic Trainer
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Course Description

This course has been approved by the New Jersey Occupational Therapy Advisory Council for 30 contact hours Pursuant to: N.J.A.C 13:44-5.4.

Physical Agent Modalities (PAMs) is designed to educate occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants on the use of electrophysical agents, including electrical stimulation (pulsed, alternating, and direct current) and superficial and deep thermal agents (ultrasound, shortwave diathermy, and laser). This course is also open to PT/PTAs and Athletic Trainers.

The course covers the biophysical principles of each physical agent, focusing on their physiologic effects, indications, precautions, and contraindications. You will learn the best current practices for selecting and applying physical agents based on the patient’s pathology, impairments, and functional limitations. Participants will observe, discuss, and perform these applications in both lecture and laboratory settings.

Special emphasis will be placed on the safe and effective selection of parameters, dosing intensity, and documentation of treatments. The course will prepare you in both the theory and clinical application of transcutaneous electrical stimulation (TENS), neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES), functional electrical stimulation (FES), iontophoresis, phonophoresis, and continuous and pulsed therapeutic ultrasound.

This comprehensive course includes lectures, laboratory sessions, and case studies, offering hands-on learning to ensure participants leave equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills.

Appropriate Disciplines: ATs, OT/COTAs, PT/PTAs
Course Level: Introductory
Instructional Methods: Lecture, Demonstration, Hands-On Labs, Case Studies, Problem Solving Assessment Methods: Hands on Lab Observation, Quiz

Please bring lab attire that allows for access to the shoulder (e.g. loose fitting t-shirt, tank top etc.)
Equipment and electrodes are provided for hands-on labs. Each participant will receive a course manual at check-in.

The course length and content has been designed to meet the Physical Agent Modalities didactic training requirements for Occupational Therapists in the following states: CA, FL, ID, IL, MA, MD, NH, NJ, NM, NY, ND, PA, SD, WI, WV

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Describe the characteristics of commonly used waveforms
  • Select the most appropriate modality and parameter settings to trigger physiological responses
  • Inhibit pain using Gate Control Theory and by stimulating the release of Endorphins
  • Inhibit sympathetic nervous system tone
  • Facilitate and inhibit muscle recruitment
  • Select the appropriate protocol to strengthen muscle tissue
  • Discuss terminology and principles related to the application of ultrasound
  • Discuss indications and contraindications of therapeutic ultrasound
  • Identify common myths and errors in parameter selection and application of ultrasound therapy
  • Discuss clinically relevant research that will guide participants in selecting parameters of treatment that yield more predictable thermal and non-thermal responses in human tissue
  • Select dosage for therapeutic ultrasound based on tissue healing stages and desired therapeutic outcome.
  • Describe the effects of continuous and pulsed short wave diathermy
  • List the indications and contraindications of short wave diathermy
  • Outline the application of short wave diathermy to phases of healing
  • Describe the biochemical and physiologic effects of LLLT
  • Manipulate the treatment parameters of LLLT to appropriately dose LLLT in clinical practice
  • Integrate the application of LLLT into the comprehensive treatment plan
  • Select evidence-based modality and parameter
  • Inhibit pain using Gate Control Theory
  • Inhibit pain by stimulating the release of Endorphins
  • Facilitate and inhibit muscle recruitment
  • Select the appropriate electrical stimulation protocol to Strengthen or stretch muscle tissue
  • Facilitate muscle recruitment in specific clinical presentations: , wrist drop foot, shoulder subluxation, flaccid hand.
  • Identify and treat trigger points using electrophysical agents and manual techniques
  • Correctly apply surface electrodes and electrotherapy treatment protocols to
  • Apply Highvolt pulsed current and NMES techniques to manage edema
  • Apply Highvolt pulsed current and NMES techniques to manage edema
  • Combine thermal agents and stretching to increase soft tissue extensibility
  • Administer physical agents to increase blood flow and cellular activity
  • Correctly select and apply the most appropriate ultrasound and Short wave diathermy parameters for thermal and non-thermal applications.
  • Correctly apply low level laser in protocols designed to decrease pain and promote tissue healing
  • Formulate and execute therapeutic interventions integrating physical modalities for simulated patient problems.
  • Accurately document physical agent modality applications delivered in patient care

Joe Gallo

DSc, ATC, PT

Dr. Joe Gallo earned his BS in Physical Education and Athletic Training and his Master’s in Physical Therapy. He also holds a Doctor of Science degree in Physical Therapy. He currently serves as Director and Professor in the Salem State University Athletic Training Program. He also held faculty appointments in various physical therapy and physical therapist assistant programs in his over 20 year career as an educator. Dr. Gallo is currently a Certified Instructor for the VitalStim® Therapy Specialty Program teaching NMES for the treatment of dysphagia. He has taught over 300 continuing education workshops to rehabilitation specialists across the United States. Joe’s research on electrophysical agents has been published in the Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy, and the Chinese journal of Sportsmedicine. In addition to his teaching and research, Joe has also maintained clinical practice in a variety of settings throughout his career.

Financial Disclosures: Dr. Gallo receives an honorarium for speaking/teaching live courses through CIAO Seminars. He also receives royalties for the purchase of his recorded courses and the purchase of his Ultrasound book.
Non-Financial Disclosures: Dr. Gallo uses modalities in his clinical practice.

Day 1

07:00 - 07:15
Registration (snack/refreshments provided)
07:15 - 07:30
Review of electro-physical agents
07:30 - 09:45
Electrotherapy: History, types, concepts, waveforms
09:45 - 10:00
Break
10:00 - 11:45
Electrotherapy: Indications
11:45 - 12:30
Lunch (on your own)
12:30 - 01:00
Electrotherapy continued: Indications
01:00 - 02:30
Electrotherapy: Procedures, Clinical Applications, Physiological Effects
02:30 - 02:45
Break
02:45 - 04:30
Electrotherapy: Precautions, contraindications, patient education, examples, rationale, research
04:30 - 06:30
Electrotherapy Key Principles

Day 2

07:00 - 09:00
Choosing and Using Modalities - Electrotherapy (case studies and lab)
09:00 - 10:00
Electrotherapy/Superficial thermal agents (case studies and lab)
10:00 - 10:15
Break
10:15 - 12:30
Advanced Decision Making - Electrotherapy (lab)
12:30 - 01:15
Lunch (on your own)
01:15 - 02:00
Choosing and Using Modalities - Iontophoresis (case studies and lab)
02:00 - 02:45
Short Wave Diathermy: History, fundamental concepts, physiologic effects, dosing
02:45 - 03:00
Break
03:00 - 04:00
Short Wave Diathermy: precautions, contraindications, patient education, examples, rational
04:00 - 04:45
Key Principles: Superficial thermal agents/Short Wave Diathermy
04:45 - 05:45
Choosing and Using Modalities - Short Wave Diathermy (lab)
05:45 - 06:15
Advanced Decision Making - Short Wave Diathermy (lab)

Day 3

07:00 - 09:00
Ultrasound: history, effects, examples, recommendations, physiologic effects, thermal vs. non-thermal
09:00 - 10:00
Key Principles - Ultrasound
10:00 - 10:15
Break
10:15 - 12:15
Choosing and Using Modalities: Ultrasound (Case Studies and Lab)
12:15 - 01:00
Lunch (on your own)
01:00 - 02:00
Advanced Decision Making - Ultrasound (lab)
02:00 - 02:45
Low Level Laser - history, fundamental concepts, biophysical effects, dosing
02:45 - 03:00
Break
03:00 - 04:15
Low Level Laser: precautions, contraindications, patient education, examples, rational, research
04:15 - 04:45
Key Principles - Low Level Laser Therapy
04:45 - 05:45
Choosing and Using Modalities - Low Level Laser Therapy (case studies and lab)
05:45 - 06:15
Advanced Decision Making - Low Level Laser Therapy (lab)

Delivery VIA:

  • Live On Tour - This course is now being offered live on locations throughout the United States.
  • Live By Request - This course is available to come to you! Contact us to see how easy that can be. mail@ciaoseminars.com

Contact hours pre-approved for:

  • 30 hours
  • CIAO is an AOTA Approved Provider #4119 (3.0 AOTA CEUs)
  • CIAO is a BOC Approved Provider #P2881 (ATs)
  • This program is eligible for a maximum of 30 Category A hours/CEUs. ATs should claim only those hours actually spent in the educational program.
  • This course meets PDU requirements for NBCOT (37.5 PDUs Clinical Lab Assessment)
  • CIAO is recognized as an Approved Provider for PT/PTAs by the NYSE Dept State Board for PT
  • CIAO is an Illinois Approved Provider for PT/PTA Continuing Education
  • This activity is provided by the TX Board of PT Examiners Accredited Prov. #2502009#TX
  • This activity meets the continuing competence requirements for PT/PTA license renewal in TX
  • The assignment of Texas PT CCUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products or clinical procedures by TPTA or TBPTE
  • CIAO is a Rule Approved Provider for the Florida Board of Physical Therapy
  • CIAO is an Approved Provider for the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy
  • Approved for:
  • 30 Hrs. OT/COTAs in NJ (New Jersey Occupational Therapy Advisory Council N.J.A.C 13:44-5.4)
  • 30 Hrs. OT/COTAs in CA (#25-P8) Advanced practice area of Physical Agent Modalities
  • 30 Hrs. OT/COTAs and PT/PTAs in FL (CEBroker #20-468186)
  • 30 Hrs. PT/PTAs in IL, TX(APTA TX #2502009, 30 CCUs)
  • 36 Hrs. PT/PTAs in NY

Course meets requirements for:

  • PT/PTAs in AL, AK, AZ, AR, CO, CT, DC, DE, GA, HI, ID, IN, IA, KS, KY, ME, MD, MA, MI, MO, MT,
  • PT/PTAs in NE, NH, NC, ND, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, UT, VT, VA, WA, WI, WY
  • OT/COTAs in AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, LA, KS, KY, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT,
  • OT/COTAs in NE, NV, NH, NJ, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
  • AOTA Classification Codes: Domain of OT: Performance Skills, Activity Demands OT Process: Intervention

    • The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.


    CIAO is recognized on the NBCOT Provider Registry (meets PDU requirements for NBCOT)


    CIAO is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to offer continuing education for Certified Athletic Trainers.


    Reviews

    Joe is great. I have to remind myself that he has spent decades learning and using these concepts, he talks about it with such ease and expertise!

    - Mount Laurel, NJ / Aug 2024

    Great course and instructor! The labs and clinical applications were very helpful to understand the content better. I am excited to take this information and apply it in my practice.

    - Mount Laurel, NJ / Aug 2024

    Well made course; will utilize CIAO again.

    - Mount Laurel, NJ / Aug 2024

    Joe was a great presentor! I will be using CIAO Seminars for all of my employees needing the PAMS certfication.

    - Mount Laurel, NJ / Aug 2024

    Joe managed to not only make a 30 hr course bearable but enjoyable as well. I learned a lot and would recommend this course to others.

    - Mount Laurel, NJ / Aug 2024

    Great course, thank you! Only recommendation is to suggest lab attire vs. business causal :)

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Dec 2023

    Joe was great! Very informative, knew his stuff and explained it in an easy to learn way.

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Dec 2023

    The course was amazing! Presenter did and amazing job and I am super excited to integrate these modalities in my practice.

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Dec 2023

    Grat course! So much useful information!

    - Mt Laurel, NJ / Sep 2023

    Excellent course!!!

    - Mt Laurel, NJ / Sep 2023

    The course was great! Joe Gallo was a fantastic teacher and I would love to see him teach more courses with CIAO. The lab portions were most helpful.

    - Mt Laurel, NJ / Sep 2023

    Joe was amazing. Lesley was the sweetest

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Dec 2022

    This course was everything I hoped it would be and more. Thank you for making this an enjoyable learning experience.

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Dec 2022

    excellent hands on practice to help with learning the various modalities.

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Dec 2022

    Joe was extremely knowledgeable in this subject. There wasn't any question he did not have an answer for. I highly recommend taking this course with Joe.

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Dec 2022

    Thank you, this was very helpful!

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Jun 2022

    Great course and presentation, perfect rest breaks and love the labs

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Jun 2022

    Considering the class was 3 days long, it didn't feel like it. the layout of the class (lab between lecture with breaks) was great and Joe seemed very knowledgeable in all aspects!

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Jun 2022

    Presenter did a great job of balancing information and hands on practice, kept audience engaged at all times.

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Jun 2022

    Joe was a great presenter. Very knowledgable and able to provide info in a clear and concise manner.

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Jun 2022

    May be beneficial to incorporate more real pt case studies. Loved the project time for NMES!

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Jun 2022

    Loved the course! Joe is very well educated and extremely knowledgeable about therapy, modalities, injuries, treatment application, etc. He speaks clearly and integrates all areas of practice during lecture.

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Jun 2022

    Joe was a fabulous teacher. He broke down the subject matter and gave me a good understanding of PAMS through knowledge and clinical application. The labs really gave me confidence

    - Newark, NJ / Jun 2021

    Joe was a great presenter. He made the long days interactive and fun. He is very knowledgeable and did an excellent job conveying that information

    - Newark, NJ / Jun 2021

    Joe is a fantastic educator who has a good balance of lecture and experience hands on. Super friendly and accommodating / informative with answering questions

    - Newark, NJ / Jun 2021

    Joe was an excellent presenter. He was very engaging and knowledgeable in the topics. He was able to help me visualize how I would use these modalities with many of my patients and how I can set parameters to deliver a more individualized treatment

    - Newark, NJ / Jun 2021

    Joe was a fantastic presenter. He was able to provide evidence for many different areas of practice. I would Highly recommend my colleagues to take this course with him.

    - Newark, NJ / Feb 2021

    Thank you Joe for your knowledge + excellent teaching skills. I had a great time in our 30 hour course. Engaging + easy to follow!

    - Newark, NJ / Feb 2021

    I feel very competent after taking this. Joe was very kind and went above and beyond to make sure everyone felt comfortable with using all the equipment. 10/10 course!!! The 3 days flew by!

    - Newark, NJ / Feb 2021

    Joe was a great instructor. He answered all questions. I would recommend this to all therapists.

    - Newark, NJ / Feb 2021

    Thank you! Joe was patient + a great instructor!

    - Newark, NJ / Feb 2021

    Joe was an awesome teacher, very knowledgeable and teaches in a way that allows easy learning/understanding. Lesley and her husband were great as well!! Great experience.

    - Newark, NJ / Dec 2020

    I learned SO MUCH!! in just three days that will be so beneficial as an OTR through out my career in practice working with a wide spectrum of diagnoses.. Joe was so knowledgeable. I appreciate all the EBP/research references/resources and specific examples in clinical practice. I will highly recommend/refer my colleagues interested in PAMS certification to attend through CIAO Seminars :)

    - Newark, NJ / Dec 2020

    Joe was able to orient everyone and was fully engaged through the entire course. His expertise helped aid my learning about PAMS and confidence level.

    - Newark, NJ / Dec 2020

    Excellent teaching of content! Thank you for making the course so interesting and engaging.

    - Newark, NJ / Dec 2020

    Great course; EXCELLENT Presenter! Joe is very knowledgable and shared a wealth of information. Kevin was on top of all of our needs with the equipment.

    - Newark, NJ / Oct 2020

    Very organized & clear explantion of material. Having multiple hands on labs to break up the long day really helped

    - Newark, NJ / Oct 2020

    This was a great course and I learned so much even though I thought I knew a lot about modalities before.

    - Newark, NJ / Oct 2020

    fantastic speak, very informative and knowledgeable, made learning easy and fun! I liked the hands on approach as well as the lectures, it really facilitated confidence and learning.

    - Newark, NJ / Oct 2020

    The case studies were great! Taking the information we learned and applying it to hypothetical / real cases help solidify the learning!

    - Newark, NJ / Oct 2020

    Love the course truly enhanced my knowledge in PAMS. Looking forward to the next course. Thank you Joe & Lynas! Jeanette OTA

    - Newark, NJ / Feb 2020

    Joe is very passionate & informative on the subject content. Would highly recommend this PAMS course

    - Newark, NJ / Feb 2020

    Thank you for making information accessible and clear, as well as being an entertaining presenter.

    - Newark, NJ / Feb 2020

    Awesome presenter, awesome presentation! Would attend more courses by this presenter.

    - Newark, NJ / Feb 2020

    I COULDN'T IMAGINE LEARNING FROM ANYONE BETTER. I TRY NOT TO FULLY RELY ON REVIEW COMMENTS, BUT THEY ALL WERE 100% TRUE!

    - Newark, NJ / Oct 2019

    You are both wonderful! Thanks Dr. G. & Lynas! Dr. Gallo is very knowledgeable on material and makes the sessions fun and hands on despite the long sessions. Would highly recommend.

    - Newark, NJ / Oct 2019

    Dr. Gallo is an amazing instructor. He is so knowledgable but able to easily convey info to beginning. Lynas is equally amazing - easy to talk to and extremely helpful. Dr. Gallo & Lynas did everything in their power to make this long course as smooth and painless as possible.

    - Newark, NJ / Oct 2019

    Joe is very knowlegable in the subject and presented a very interesting & informative workshop.

    - Newark, NJ / Jun 2019

    fantastic course. well run. efficient presenter. very knowledgeable, captivating. Good slides in regards to wording, good ratio of lecture to lab time, thorough explanation of each modality. I feel competent now. Highly recommend this course.

    - Newark, NJ / Jun 2019

    I feel that I now have the resources and level of confidence necessary to effectively use PAMS moving forward.

    - Newark, NJ / Jun 2019

    Joe was excellent! Very knowledgable, helpful, and friendly. I have learned a lot during this course. I also enjoyed it alot. Thank you CIAO!

    - Newark, NJ / Jun 2019

    NONE - COURSE WAS WELL ORGANIZED AND RAN VERY SMOOTHLY. JOE WAS EXTREMELY KNOWLEDGABLE AND EASY TO APPROACH WITH QUESTIONS.

    - Newark, NJ / Feb 2019

    Dr. Joe Gallo was an incredible, engaging, and noteworthy instructor. He made this course so engaging and meaningful. Amazing Job!

    - Newark, NJ / Feb 2019

    Dr. Gallo was amazing! Very professional, educated, and well organized. Give this man a raise! Ms. Lynas was a tremendous help as well. Thank you for your support/organization these past few days.

    - Newark, NJ / Feb 2019

    Joe was AMAZING!! I have already recommended this course to friends. He really is very informative and answered every question

    - Newark, NJ / Feb 2019

    This had me return to academic period of OT school, relearn physiology, kinesiology, & biomechanical topics. It was an excellent refresher & provided additional tx ideas to utilize in the clinic.

    - Newark, NJ / Feb 2019

    The instructor was very open to discussion & questions. He answered all of our questions well.

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Oct 2018

    Joe was educational, interested, and relatable to our clinical implementation of the modalities. He was engaging and knowledgeable about the research, application, and implementation of treatments.

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Oct 2018

    This course was fantastic. I was engaged and learned so much relevant information about PAMS that I will build upon in practice.

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Aug 2018

    Presentation was well run and organized; it really allowed me to learn and understand the learning materials in an efficient manner.

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Aug 2018

    i had experience with PAMS before. after taking this course i have a deeper understanding of the parameters and why specific modalities are used and how. This makes it much easier to generalize & apply in practice. Thank you.

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Aug 2018

    Joe and Lynas were great - would recommend this course & others by CIAO if all the staff are as wonderful.

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Aug 2018

    Joe was an excellent teacher. Lynas was also great and on top of everything, things ran very smoothly. I would recommend CIAO courses as a result of this

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Jun 2018

    Great course! Definitely increases the therapist's confidence in helping achieve their client's goals through integration of PAM into their treatment

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Jun 2018

    This program allowed me to learn relevant skills with use of modalities with an emphasis on functional performance. I am now armed to treat my patients in a more effective manner.

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Jun 2018

    The course is very essential for my OT practice as an adjunct to the treatments provided to patients, more aware of the PAMS safety, pros and cons.

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Jun 2018

    Mr. Gallo was wonderful made learning fun Very impressive! Lynas - wonderful. Very approachable - Fun!

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Feb 2018

    made a very long course easy to go to; ample breaks to help learning process; lots of labs were very helpful

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Feb 2018

    only comment is to walk people through changing the settings to make sure everyone is on the same page rather than looking at the slide

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Feb 2018

    I understand there is a lot of material and I appreciated how time effective this course was but that being said I would have liked a little more time for peer discussion.

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Feb 2018

    Thank you! very nice! I am Sabbath observant & very much appreciate that this course was offered Sun - Tues.

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Feb 2018

    Dr. Gallo is very knowledgeable and gives excellent clinical applications to practice. Lynas is lovely, personable, professional and friendly

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Feb 2018

    Instructor did great job, very professional and engaging, accessible, even though I really only came for the E-stim portion the rest was interesting at least.

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Feb 2018

    Well organized, educational great learning with hand on techniques! Speed was good clear. Highly recommend to faculty & PTA,PT

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Feb 2018

    Wonderful presenter. extremely knowledgeable. Always repeated atttendee's ?'s so everyone could hear. I've worked as a therapist for 40 years, and have gone to many, many workshops. This was as good as they get!

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Feb 2018

    This course was very well organized. I felt engaged - interested throughout the entire course. Even though Joe is a PT, he provided many examples that related to the functional activities OT's would perform/focus on.

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Feb 2018

    more examples of proper documentation

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Feb 2018

    I suggest next time pick a place to host this course where parking is free :) This course was extremely informative and well organized. Thank you!

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Feb 2018

    Excellent, Excellent presenter! Dr. Joe is wonderful lecturer & patient - answered all my questions! Thank you!!

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Feb 2018

    More examples of common scenarios we see in various clinics and demonstrating each modality in front of class prior to our lab would be helpful.

    - Elizabeth, NJ / Feb 2018

    The instructor & Lynas were so wonderful and nice - I felt like I could ask any question. Joseph obviously very passionate on teaching and knowledgable on the subject. Perfect instructor for this course!

    - Clark, NJ / Oct 2017

    Great course, presenter, & Ciao rep. Pretty, fun and engaging

    - Clark, NJ / Oct 2017

    MOST ORGANIZED & WELL SEQUENCED SEMINAR I'VE BEEN TO. ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS & RESEARCH EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE PRESENTED. VERY BASIC & EASY TO UNDERSTAND FOR YOUNG THERAPISTS FOR EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONALS LIKE MYSELF, IT'S A GOOD REVIEW.

    - Clark, NJ / Oct 2017

    Dr. Gallo was an amazing knowledgeable presenter. He answered all questions and made me feel comfortable utilizing the equipment. Lynas was so friendly and welcoming making me feel extremely comfortable

    - Clark, NJ / Oct 2017

    Enjoyed learning the most recent and relative evidence and research on the various modalities and their application.

    - Clark, NJ / Aug 2017

    Course was very educational, great presenter. enjoyed lab sessions

    - Clark, NJ / Aug 2017

    Presentation was engaging and topics and answers to questions were well-explained. Hands-on experience in small groups was key to skill development.

    - Clark, NJ / Aug 2017

    Extremely professional & organized. Lynas, Great! So sweet & helpful. Joe presented this potentially "difficult" course as a college level class. He was the best I have had in many years. I am a CHT/OT with MS degree. Took 2 day PAMS 2 yrs ago but did not use e-stim or Ionto but now feel ready. :) Excellent excellent course. Excellent speaker/presenter. Funny. Easy to ask ? - Was not afraid to ask.Joe remembered specific ? I asked & he returned next day with answers or special handouts. So friendly & encouraging. Never made anyone feel stupid to ask ? I dressed 3 days of E-Stim info but he made it fun, fast paced, engaging & thorough. Tests on Fri & Sat scared me but forced me to learn! Thank you Joe & Linus!! :)

    - Clark, NJ / Aug 2017

    - Excellent course, Joe is a very knowledgable instructor with great enthusiasm and insight into the materials of this course.

    - Clark, NJ / Aug 2017

    Please do not change a thing. The course organization, information delivery, lab application and clinical discussion was perfect. Joe was a phenomenal instructor and I wish I could have been his student. And Linas was such a wonderful presence!

    - Clark , NJ / Feb 2017

    Joe was a great presenter. Very knowledgeable and engaging.

    - Clark , NJ / Feb 2017

    Course exceeded my expectations. I had a lot of fun and you all made 30 hours of teaching very enjoyable and harmless!

    - Clark , NJ / Feb 2017

    Joe made this course extremely engaging. He broke the material down into relatable, understandable parts. I would recommend this course to all of my colleagues. Linus was so very helpful, pleasant and organized!

    - Clark , NJ / Feb 2017

    The course was long, but is required to be, so difficult to change unless the NJ laws change. Practical experience was key.

    - Clark , NJ / Feb 2017

    Fantastic pace and delivery by Joe Gallo: he made it all so interesting; it never felt like 30 hours!

    - Clark , NJ / Feb 2017

    Great course. I feel I have learned a great deal and have a much better understanding of PAMs now. Thank you for your great work.

    - Clark , NJ / Feb 2017

    Well-organized presentation. Really helpful information/review. Labs were especially helpful and I was able to participate in every protocol presented.

    - Clark, NJ / Oct 2016

    Great presentation - knowledgeable, professional and friendly presenter and informative, evidence based, well-organized presentation.

    - Clark, NJ / Oct 2016

    Great staff both the instructor and his assistant made everyone feel comfortable, extremely helpful! I have much more confidence in my clinical judgement in selecting appropriate modalities and I'm excited to start utilizing my skills!

    - Clark, NJ / Aug 2016

    The seminar was held at a convenience location. I feel confident that I will be providing tx backed by evidence-based research. Great presentation of dense material. Positive energy and enthusiasm displayed by the presenter, (Joe) , CIAO chique, (Lynas) and participants made it a cohesive learning experience. Thank you!

    - Clark, NJ / Aug 2016

    Joe Gallo presented information in a clear manner and easy to understand. Recommend use of videos during presentation of clinical treatment with use of electrotherapy.

    - Clark, NJ / Aug 2016

    Joe was fantastic. In school I learned basic PAMS (a 45 minute lab to cover my knkowledge to be exact) and did not feel confident or ready to use as a clinician. However, now not only do I feel confident, I feel like I have the knowledge, evidence, and parameters to help improve the lives of my patients. Joe was able to make a long three days entertaining and able to keep the course engaged! He is very knowledgable and able to make me learn in a way that made me not doubt my knowledge as a clinician.

    - Clark, NJ / Feb 2016

    Dr. Gallo was extremely knowledgeable. He conveyed information in a clear and manageable manner. I would highly recommend this course to any rehab professional.

    - Clark, NJ / Feb 2016

    Very enjoyable and informative course!

    - Clark, NJ / Feb 2015

    Great course!! I now feel confident going back to work with the proper "ammunition" to ge my patients better using the modalities presented!!

    - Clark, NJ / Feb 2015

    Presenter's knowledge of evidence based practice is very beneficial. Extremely knowledgable and pleasant presentation techniques condusive to learning. Great course and highly recommend the 3 day format.

    - Clark, NJ / Feb 2015

    Joe Gallo was an excellent presenter who made the seminar interesting. He had nice energy and was very pleasant. Lynas was very sweet and added to the energy of the course.

    - Newark/Clark , NJ / Sep 2014

    Dr. Gallo is a very knowledgeable and excellent instructor. In addition, he is fun and interactive. I learned so much. I am grateful to have had him as my PAMs instructor.

    - Newark/Clark , NJ / Sep 2014

    Job well done!! If you want to truly understand and group physical agent modalities, this is the course you take.

    - Newark/Clark , NJ / Sep 2014

    I have been to a few PAMs courses and this was by far the most hands-on, research-based course. Very professional and organized. You demystified some of the more complex topics in PAMs. Well organized labs with lots of real-life use was extremely helpful and what I came for, thanks! Many of the PAMs are ntuitive. Except electrotherapy treatment and Joe took the mystery out of this modality!

    - Newark - Clark, NJ / Sep 2013

    The hands-on experience with the modalities presented is the best part of this semnar. Providing sanitizing cloth for sanitation purposes after each use of modalities is suggested. Clinical applications will make this course perfect. Citing diagnoses or specific impairment is one example.

    - Newark - Clark, NJ / Sep 2013

    Great job explaining in detail everything about the modalities presented. Loved the evidence based research combined with experiential learning. Would strongly recommend to colleagues.

    - Newark - Clark, NJ / Sep 2013