International Academy of Orthopedic Medicine

What International Academy of Orthopedic Medicine does

The International Academy of Orthopedic Medicine - US (IAOM-US) is a continuing education institution founded in 1988 (with international roots dating to 1978 in the Netherlands) that trains licensed healthcare professionals — primarily physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapists, and athletic trainers — in the systematic Cyriax methodology of orthopedic manual therapy and non-surgical musculoskeletal diagnosis. Its core curriculum is organized by anatomical region (spine, upper extremity, lower extremity, pelvic health, TMJ) and delivered across multiple formats: self-paced online courses and bundles, recorded and live webinars, in-person lab courses held in roughly a dozen US cities, and credentialed pathways culminating in AAOMPT-accredited Fellowship and Residency programs run in conjunction with Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. The platform is delivered through a WordPress-based LMS at iaom-us.com, a separate enterprise environment at enterprise.iaom-us.com for group/residency/fellowship programs, and native iOS/Android mobile apps.

IAOM-US monetizes through a diversified mix of one-time course purchases ($19–$1,495, with flagship live courses at $679–$699 and the "Foundation to Clinical Success" program at $1,495), non-refundable certification examinations ($249 for dry needling, $450 for MSK), and recurring annual memberships ($150 Clinician, $50 Student) that confer discounts on courses and exclusive content. Its GTM is primarily direct-to-consumer e-commerce with a mid-funnel webinar and referral layer; the enterprise channel targets clinics and universities hosting residency/fellowship cohorts. The company serves 1,200+ clinicians annually and holds 11–50 employees across offices in Anchorage, AK and a mailing address in Tucson, AZ. Approved-provider status with AOTA, APTA/Federation of State Boards of PT, NBCOT, and BOC, combined with AAOMPT accreditation for the fellowship, forms a regulatory credentialing layer that converts IAOM-US course completions into CEUs/PDUs recognized across the major US rehabilitation-licensing bodies.

Name

International Academy of Orthopedic Medicine

Legal name

International Academy of Orthopedic Medicine

Website

https://iaom-us.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1988

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

International Academy of Orthopedic Medicine (IAOM-US) is a US continuing-education institution founded in 1988 that trains physical therapists, occupational therapists, and athletic trainers in systematic orthopedic manual therapy via online, live, and fellowship pathways.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Continuing Education for Healthcare Professionals

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710), Other Schools and Instruction (6116)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAAALAC

Healthcare Clinical Professions (CME/CE for Nurses, Allied Health, Pharmacy)

Education/Adult & Continuing Education/Professional Licensure & Continuing Professional Education (CE/CPE)

SECONDARYEDAGANAJ

Healthcare & Clinical Professional Development (CME/CE)

Education/Educational Publishing & Learning Content/Professional Development & Training Materials

Keywords

• Orthopedic manual therapy education
• Continuing education for physical therapists
• Dry needling certification
• Musculoskeletal certification courses
• Orthopedic residency fellowship programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Anchorage

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Online Course Sales: Individual online courses sold as one-time purchases, ranging from free ($0) to $259 for bundled packages. Prices vary by content depth and contact hours. Revenue is one-time per course purchase.
2. Live/In-Person Course Registration: In-person courses held across US cities, with registration fees typically $679-$699 per course. Cancellation and refund policies govern participant changes.
3. Certification Exam: Musculoskeletal certification exam priced at $450, with dry needling certification exam at $249. Non-refundable exam fees are eligible only for store credit.
4. Clinician Membership (Subscription): Annual membership providing 10% discount on IAOM-US courses, 15% discount on National Forum registration, deep discounts on Primal Pictures anatomical imagery, and exclusive content access. Priced at $150 per year, billed annually.
5. Student Membership: Membership tier targeting DPT students and interns, with pricing at $50 per year for the PTA Residency Fee, offering reduced pricing for entry-level clinicians.
6. Residency and Fellowship Programs: Orthopedic physical therapy residency and fellowship programs for advanced clinical training, delivered through enterprise.iaom-us.com.

Pricing tiers

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Core offering

IAOM-US delivers continuing education in orthopedic manual therapy and musculoskeletal medicine to licensed physical therapists, occupational therapists, and athletic trainers through online courses, live in-person courses, membership subscriptions, certification exams, and AAOMPT-accredited residency and fellowship programs. Curricula are organized by body region and powered by the Cyriax systematic methodology of non-surgical musculoskeletal diagnosis, with delivery via an LMS, mobile apps, and live cohorts.

Product overview

The International Academy of Orthopedic Medicine (IAOM-US) is a continuing education institution offering a comprehensive portfolio of orthopedic manual therapy courses and certification programs. The organization provides a systematic approach to musculoskeletal examination and treatment through multiple delivery formats including live courses, online courses, and memberships. The core curriculum spans body regions (spine, lower extremity, upper extremity) and specialty areas (dry needling), organized into bundled course packages (Online Bundles for Spine, Shoulder, Hip, Knee, Foot/Ankle, Pelvic Health, Distal Upper Extremity) and specialized series (Rapid ID, Case Study Integration, Neural Mobilization). Professional credentials include MSK Certification and Dry Needling Certification exams. Advanced training pathways include Residency and Fellowship programs (with AAOMPT-accredited fellowship through Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center), along with Clinician and Student Memberships offering course discounts and exclusive content access.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Clinician Compass: A mentorship program for physical therapy clinicians to enhance skills and advance careers with guidance from seasoned professionals.
• IAOM-US Complete Clinician

Products and services

• Orthopedic Continuing Education Courses Live and online continuing education courses in non-surgical orthopedic manual therapy, organized by body region (spine, upper extremity, lower extremity, TMJ, pelvic health). Designed for licensed physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapists, and athletic trainers seeking CEU credits and advanced clinical skills. Priced per course; live courses $679-$699.
• Online Course Bundles Bundled online course packages covering specific body regions (Spine Pain, Cervical Spine, Thoracic Spine, Lumbar Spine, Shoulder, Hip, Knee, Foot and Ankle, Pelvic Health, Distal Upper Extremity, Spinal Imaging) with multiple case studies and clinical integration modules. Priced per bundle, ranging from $75 to $299.
• Musculoskeletal (MSK) Certification Written and practical examination leading to MSK certification, verifying competency in orthopedic manual therapy evaluation and treatment. Priced at $450. Non-refundable exam fees eligible only for store credit.
• Dry Needling Certification Exam Certification examination for dry needling competency, separate from dry needling coursework. Priced at $249. Non-refundable exam fees eligible only for store credit.
• Clinician Membership Annual subscription membership providing 10% discount on IAOM-US courses (excluding Dry Needling), 15% off National Forum registration, deep discounts on Primal Pictures anatomical imagery, and exclusive content access including RapidID, Neuromobilization Concepts, Surface Anatomy, Dry Needling Clinic Companion, and Ischemia Reperfusion content. Priced at $150 per year, billed annually.
• Student Membership Annual membership tier for DPT students and interns offering access to educational resources and reduced pricing for entry-level clinicians.
• Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency Program Advanced orthopedic physical therapy residency program providing in-depth clinical training in manual therapy examination and treatment principles, delivered through the enterprise platform with IAOM-US Residency Director oversight. Targets DPT graduates pursuing structured post-licensure training.
• Orthopedic Manual Therapy Fellowship Program AAOMPT-accredited fellowship program in orthopedic manual physical therapy, closely connected with Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and aligned with IFOMPT standards. Represents the highest credential pathway offered by IAOM-US, delivered through the enterprise platform in connection with clinical partner sites.
• PTA Residency Program Orthopedic residency program for Physical Therapist Assistants, with registration fee of $50. Designed to provide structured advanced clinical training for PTAs in manual therapy principles.
• Foundation to Clinical Success Complete Program Foundational comprehensive course program establishing the systematic approach to orthopedic clinical examination and treatment, serving as the entry point for the IAOM-US curriculum. Priced at $1,495 one-time fee.
• Mentorship Program (Clinician Compass) Guided mentorship program connecting IAOM-US alumni and members with seasoned professionals for career guidance and clinical skill development. Offered via cliniciancomp.com with free consultation and Outlook-based scheduling.

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Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIAOM-US is an approved AOTA provider for continuing education. Course completions award CEUs recognized by AOTA for occupational therapists.
• American Physical Therapy Association / Federation of State Boards of Physical TherapycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIAOM-US is an approved provider for PT/PTA continuing education units as recognized by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy.
• National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIAOM-US is an approved NBCOT provider, allowing occupational therapists to earn NBCOT-recognized PDUs through IAOM-US courses.
• Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers (BOC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIAOM-US is an approved BOC provider for athletic trainers seeking Category A continuing education.
• Texas Tech University Health Sciences CenterflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe IAOM-US Fellowship program is closely connected with Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and is accredited by AAOMPT with a close relationship to IFOMPT. The partnership provides access to university resources, research, and scholarly environment that inform and validate IAOM-US educational content.
• American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists (AAOMPT)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerAAOMPT is the accrediting body for the IAOM-US Fellowship program in orthopedic physical therapy. The relationship with IFOMPT (International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists) provides international credibility and standard-setting for the fellowship credential.
• Clinician CompassminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIAOM-US partners with Clinician Compass to offer the Clinician Compass mentorship program, connecting IAOM-US alumni and members with seasoned professionals for career guidance. Dr. Haley serves as a mentor. IAOM-US directs members to cliniciancomp.com for scheduling.

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Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Market position

Weaknesses1 record

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Investors

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