Navigating the World of Medical Exercise Training: MET 101 - Tip 4

In the fourth tip of the MET 101 series, fitness professionals are guided through the diverse landscape of client types they may encounter in their practice, emphasizing the critical role of comprehensive assessments and the importance of experience in medical settings.

Key Insights from MET 101 - Tip 4:

• Diverse Clientele: Fitness professionals may work with clients having a range of conditions, from neurological disorders like strokes, MS, and Parkinson's to cardiovascular issues and musculoskeletal disorders.
• The Importance of Observation: Gaining experience through observation hours in sports medicine, physical therapy, chiropractic settings, or rehab facilities is crucial.
• Comprehensive MET Assessments: Before initiating any exercise program, conducting a thorough medical history interview and assessment is vital. This includes evaluating strength, function, flexibility, endurance, stability,...

Elevate your medical exercise practice with the implementation of 10 essential practice management systems. These systems are designed to ensure a smooth, efficient, and effective outcome-oriented enterprise. 

1. Operations: This system covers all aspects of practice maintenance, equipment, IT/computers, and physical plant. Operations ensures a well-maintained and equipped practice. 
2. Assessment: From initial assessments to reassessments and assessment procedures including functional scales, range of motion, and muscle testing, this system manages every aspect of the MET assessment from forms used to documentation to step-by-step procedures. 
3. Client Management: This covers the direct delivery of medical exercise training services and assessments to clients, as well as lifestyle education, group training, and auxiliary services offered. 
4. Scheduling: This system efficiently manages client appointments both online and via phone, allowing...

In the third installment of the MET 101 ebook series, Dr. Mike brings to light an essential aspect of Medical Exercise Training (MET) - its focus on function. This video is a crucial watch for professionals in the medical exercise field, offering deep insights into the evolving landscape of healthcare and the role of MET in enhancing functional recovery.

Understanding the Focus on Function in MET

Addressing Residual Functional Deficits: With insurance carriers reducing the number of physical therapy sessions, many clients are discharged before reaching optimal functional levels. MET steps in to manage these residual functional deficits.

The Function Wheel: Dr. Mike introduces the 'function wheel,' which encompasses nine key components of function, including range of motion, flexibility, strength, coordination, power, joint stability, endurance, proprioception, balance, and cognitive capabilities.

Impact of MET on Various Conditions: The video highlights how exercise can...

In the second tip of the Medical Exercise Training 101 e-book series, Dr. Mike, a physical therapist with over 30 years of experience, addresses a crucial aspect of Medical Exercise Training (MET) – its understanding and utilization by physicians, physical therapists, and chiropractors.

Key Insights from MET 101 Tip 2:

1. Understanding of MET by Healthcare Providers: Dr. Mike points out that most physicians may not fully understand the specifics of physical therapy or how to prescribe exercise effectively. This gap is attributed to the lack of exercise prescription education in standard medical school curricula. However, it is incumbent on the medical exercise professional to acknowledge to healthcare providers they are not physical therapists nor provide any aspect of therapy or medical services. MET is about utilizing exercise once therapy services have concluded or in conjunction.
2. Roles in Healthcare: The video delineates the distinct roles of physicians, physical...

Discover the Essence of Medical Exercise Training with MET 101 Ebook - Tip 1

In the first tip of the MET 101 Ebook series, Dr. Mike delves into the core concept of Medical Exercise Training (MET). This insightful video is a must-watch for professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of MET and its distinct role in the health and fitness industry.

Key Takeaways from MET 101 Tip 1:

• Defining MET: MET is distinctly different from personal training, physical therapy, or any healthcare treatment. It focuses on developing safe and effective exercise programs for clients with medical conditions.
• Components of MET: The approach includes strength training, flexibility training, cardiovascular training, aquatic training, balance training, functional conditioning, lifestyle education, and MET assessments.
• Functional Outcome Measures (FOMs): MET utilizes FOMs like blood pressure, blood glucose values, range of motion, muscle strength testing, and cholesterol levels to gauge the...

The Future of Medical Exercise Training: Understanding Insurance Reimbursement

As we stride into the next two decades, the landscape of medical exercise training (MET) is poised for remarkable growth, and a key driver of this expansion will be insurance reimbursement. This evolving trend is not just a prediction but a reality we're witnessing today. More and more clients are receiving insurance coverage for MET services, through private insurance, or even via health savings accounts. This shift is monumental, signaling a new era where MET is increasingly recognized and valued within the health, wellness, and insurance sectors.

But with great opportunity comes great responsibility. Navigating the complexities of insurance reimbursement requires not just knowledge, but a deep understanding of the procedures, ethical standards, and legalities involved. This is where our Medical Exercise Program Director (MEPD) Training Series steps in as a game-changer.

Why MEPD Training...

Embrace the Future of Healthcare and Wellness with the Medical Exercise Program Director Training

The Intersection of Healthcare and Fitness

In today's rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, the integration of exercise into medical management plans is becoming increasingly important. The Medical Exercise Program Director (MEPD) Training Series offers a unique opportunity for medical exercise professionals to step into a pioneering role at this intersection.

Why Become a Medical Exercise Program Director?

Being a Medical Exercise Program Director is not just about understanding exercise science; it's about becoming a vital liaison in the healthcare system. This role involves bridging the gap between medical management and fitness programs, ensuring that exercise regimens are not only safe but also effective for various medical conditions. As the Program Director you communicate directly with the medical community to ensure safety and positive outcomes. 

Comprehensive...

Attention Medical Exercise Professionals! The Baby Boomer generation is rapidly becoming your most essential client group. Why? Because they're the largest consumer of healthcare services globally. As medical experts increasingly recognize exercise as key in managing chronic conditions, the demand for skilled Medical Exercise Program Directors (MEPDs) is soaring, especially because of Baby Boomers.

Target Market Insight: Baby Boomers need specialized exercise programs for conditions like hip/knee replacements, hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and neurological conditions such as stroke, MS, and Parkinson's. They also require exercise routines to maintain functionality in osteoarthritis.

The Role of MEPDs: Every Medical Exercise Training (MET) or post-rehab facility needs a competent MEPD for not just survival but growth. MEPDs play a crucial role in developing, managing, marketing, and administering MET programs, acting as a bridge to medical referral sources.

The Medical Exercise Program Director (MEPD) Training series enhances the skill and knowledge of the medical exercise professional who manages a medical exercise or post-rehab facility. The number 1 reason to enroll in the MEPD program is the enhancement and the growth of professionalism of all MEPD participants. The MEPD increases your ability to better manage medical conditions using ONLY exercise. This raises the professionalism of our new industry - medical exercise training. A higher professional standard is vitally important in the integration of medical exercise training into the health care system. If you want to become a Medical Exercise Program Director go to www.meticexciseprogramdirector.com.

The Medical Exercise Program Director Training Series (MEPDTS), offered by the Medical Exercise Training Institute (METI), represents the highest-level certification in the field. It addresses the increasing demand for specialized medical exercise programs for baby boomers and those with chronic medical conditions. The Medical Exercise Program Director’s (MEPD) role is pivotal in developing, and marketing medical exercise facilities, acting as a liaison between these facilities and the medical community as well as leadership and management of the medical exercise/post-rehab program/facility.

The MEPD certification equips candidates with advanced knowledge and skills in various areas including ergonomics, senior fitness, pharmacology, and advanced medical exercise assessment and progression. The program entails two major projects and 20 hours of observation in a rehab setting. It goes beyond the expertise provided by the Medical Exercise Specialist (MES) or Post Rehab...