A Therapist's Guide To Foam Rolling
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A Therapist's Guide To Foam Rolling

Wed, Jan 7th, 2026
6:00pm – 9:10pm US Eastern Time
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About the Event

This live interactive webinar will discuss evidence-based research which will support the use of foam rolling, types of different rollers, functions, benefits, and its role in improving muscle length and function for improved mobility. We will discuss the connection of anatomy and physiology of muscle contraction with the myofascia and trigger points that are responsible for pain. We will address trigger points in major muscle groups and techniques to foam roll to add another tool in your toolbox for effective rehabilitation.

Live Event
This live online event will be held as a Zoom Webinar. Attendees will have the option to interact through features such as the Chat and Q&A, but cameras and microphones will not be enabled.

Live Event Instructor

Rina Pandya, PT, DPT, FHEA, PGLTHE

Rina Pandya, PT, DPT, FHEA, PGLTHE

Dr. Pandya is an MSK senior lecturer and Fellow, at the University of West England, Bristol, UK involved in both undergraduate and postgraduate studies. Dr. Pandya’s physical therapy career spans over 25 years, through the UK, the USA and the Middle East. She has worked in Nationalized Healthcare Services, American health care and self pay services in acute care, in-patient rehab, skilled nursing facility, home healthcare and outpatient clinic. In addition to being a clinician she has developed specialty programs based on evidence-based practice in her role as a project manager. She has also managed the Physical Therapy department in the capacity of Head of Department in a premier private hospital in Oman. Rina is an internationally published webinar presenter.

Dr. Pandya graduated from Manipal University, India in 2000 as well as University of Michigan, in 2018 with a Doctor of Physical Therapy. Rina conducts live webinars and is part of the continuing professional development teaching community with courses published in the UK, US, South Africa, Ireland and Australia. Rina is a member of APTA, HCPC-UK and OAP-Oman.

Target Audience

This live interactive webinar is intended for Physical Therapists, Physical Therapy Assistants, Occupational Therapists, and Occupational Therapy Assistants. (PT, PTA, OT, COTA)

Learning Objectives

After taking this activity, you should be able to:

  1. 1 Explain the effect of foam rolling on myofascial and autonomic nervous system.
  2. 2 Discuss the benefits of foam rolling on posture, pain and body awareness.
  3. 3 Apply techniques for foam rolling major muscle groups of upper and lower extremities for varied diagnoses.

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Bibić, E., Barišić, V., Katanić, B., Chernozub, A., & Trajković, N. (2025). Acute effects of foam rolling and stretching on physical performance and Self-Perceived fatigue in young football players. Journal of functional morphology and kinesiology, 10(1), 36.

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Dana, E., Arabacı, R., & Arabacı, M. (2025). The Impact of Foam Rolling on Recovery and Performance Components (ROM, Strength, Jump, Agility): A Systematic Review. Pamukkale Journal of Sport Sciences, 16(1), 253-270.

Espí-López, G. V., Ruescas-Nicolau, M. A., Nova-Redondo, C., Benítez-Martínez, J. C., Dugailly, P. M., & Falla, D. (2018). Effect of soft tissue techniques on headache impact, disability, and quality of life in migraine sufferers: a pilot study. The journal of alternative and complementary medicine, 24(11), 1099-1107.

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Hendricks, S., den Hollander, S., Lombard, W., & Parker, R. (2020). Effects of foam rolling on performance and recovery: A systematic review of the literature to guide practitioners on the use of foam rolling. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, 24(2), 151-174.

Kelly, S., & Beardsley, C. (2016). Specific and cross-over effects of foam rolling on ankle dorsiflexion range of motion. International journal of sports physical therapy, 11(4), 544.

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Phillips, J., Diggin, D., King, D. L., & Sforzo, G. A. (2021). Effect of varying self-myofascial release duration on subsequent athletic performance. The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research, 35(3), 746-753.

Warneke, K., Plöschberger, G., Lohmann, L. H., Lichtenstein, E., Jochum, D., Siegel, S. D., ... & Behm, D. G. (2024). Foam rolling and stretching do not provide superior acute flexibility and stiffness improvements compared to any other warm-up intervention: a systematic review with meta-analysis. Journal of Sport and Health Science, 13(4), 509-520.

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Zhou, J., Jia, D., Mao, J., & Xu, Y. (2024). Preventive effect of foam rolling on muscle soreness after exercise: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, 40, 1890-1898.

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Event Agenda

Agenda times are listed in US Eastern Time. That is 3 hours later than US Pacific Time. The event starts at 3:00pm US Pacific Time.

6:00pm - 7:00pm ET: Overview, anatomy and physiology

7:00pm - 7:30pm ET: Foam rolling, myofascial and ANS

7:30pm - 7:40pm ET: 10 Minute Break

7:40am - 8:40pm ET: Posture and body awareness

8:40pm - 9:10pm ET: Muscle techniques, Q&A

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