Classes

LUMBAR – LOCAL CORE

Assessment and Motor Control Retraining of the Local Cylinder of the Lumbar Spine for Segmental Motion Control

This course reviews the functional anatomy of the lumbar local muscle system. It examines motor control of trunk stability based on the concept of the local muscles of the trunk creating a dynamic core cylinder. The cylinder concept is developed around local muscle motor control of intersegmental motion. These local muscles which control the cylinder ‘inner core’ include:  Transversus Abdominis, Segmental Lumbar Multifidus, Posterior Fasciculii Psoas Major, Pelvic Floor, & Respiratory Diaphragm.

LUMBAR – GLOBAL STABILITY

Diagnosis of Uncontrolled Movement & Motor Control Retraining of Mechanical Back Pain

The ability to identify mechanical pain subgroups based on the assessment of the site and direction of uncontrolled movement is now a cornerstone of contemporary physiotherapy. This diagnosis, within the large group of patients categorized as ‘non specific low back pain’, will identify specific treatment options and improve treatment outcomes.

This course reviews the functional anatomy of the Lumbar Global system. It is based on up to date academic and clinical evidence. The development of stability dysfunction of the movement system and the failure of the global stability system is identified. The course highlights practical integration of the local and global stability muscles to control directional load and strain in the lumbar spine.

LUMBAR – FUNCTIONAL RETRAINING

Managing Compensation Strategies & Functional Retraining for the Lumbar Global Shell

Recent academic and clinical evidence highlights the strong link between chronic and recurrent musculoskeletal pain and altered patterns of recruitment between one joint stabilizer muscles and their multi-joint mobilizer synergists. This course will give the skills to assess for and correct length and recruitment changes in these muscle recruitment patterns.

This course will help you to identify these altered recruitment patterns, and apply effective management strategies to regain previously restricted motion and to re-establish effective control of maladaptive motion. The course is orientated to a ‘hands on' practical application of dysfunction assessment and stability retraining using patient examples where possible.

THORACIC SPINE & RIBS

Diagnosis, Mobilization & Motor Control Retraining of the Thoracic Spine & Ribs

Thoracic spine and rib pain associated with trunk movement, static postures and respiratory function can be difficult to treat. This course demonstrates innovative techniques to assess and mobilize thoracic and rib restrictions and then details the strategies to control the compensatory uncontrolled movements.

This two-day course reviews the functional anatomy of the thorax. Functional classification of thoracic musculature is outlined with local and global stability systems identified. Based upon a systematic assessment and diagnosis of spinal movement dysfunction, an integrated treatment approach for mechanical dysfunction is presented. It details the retraining of stability function at local and global levels for the thoracic spine and ribcage and emphasizes rehabilitation strategies based on a clinical reasoning framework. This course is orientated to a ‘hands on’ practical application of dysfunction assessment and stability retraining using patient examples where possible.

NECK

Diagnosis, Subgroup Classification and Motor Control Retraining of the Neck

Inefficient muscle recruitment relates to painful neck movement. Learn how to test for uncontrolled movement in the neck and how to prioritize the specific retraining options that will change symptoms the fastest.

SHOULDER

Diagnosis, Subgroup Classification and Motor Control Retraining of the Shoulder Girdle

The majority of shoulder pain starts as uncontrolled movement of the scapula or humeral head, which results in mechanisms of abnormal impingement or instability. Identify what is primary and what is secondary can optimize your management strategies to achieve faster pain management.

SACROILIAC JOINT  - Mobilization (SIJ-1)

Diagnosis of Uncontrolled Movement and Restoration of Sacroiliac Joint and Pelvis Mobility

Restrictions of pelvic joint mobility contribute to compensatory uncontrolled movement. The diagnosis of this uncontrolled movement and the mobilization of the related restrictions provide a clinical reasoning framework for the management of pelvic girdle pain and dysfunction.

SACROILIAC JOINT – Stabilization (SIJ-2)

Diagnosis of Segmental Instability and Functional Motor Control Retraining of the Sacroiliac Joint and Pelvis

Pelvic joint pain is difficult to treat, partly because it is difficult to observe uncontrolled movement. A clinical reasoning system is used to assess for uncontrolled translation and range. This assessment identifies priorities to develop a patient specific retraining program.

HIP

Diagnosis of Mechanical Dysfunction & Motor Control Retraining of the Hip

Most hip pain can be sub grouped into a series of mechanical dysfunctions related to uncontrolled movement. Identify and retrain motor control issues relating to insidious, chronic and recurrent hip problems.

LOWER LEG:  KNEE & ANKLE

Gait, Assessment of Uncontrolled Movement and Motor Control Retraining of the Lower Leg

Gait and Lower leg pain viewed from perspective of uncontrolled movement and restriction. Identify uncontrolled rotation, and flexion‐extension in the knee shin and foot. Learn how to mobilize these restrictions and stabilizing the uncontrolled compensations and integrate this retraining back into function.