PT 903 - Advanced Clinical Practice for the Thoracic Spine

1 credit(s)
This course will provide the participant current evidence-based examination, advanced intervention skills, and enhanced clinical reasoning for the treatment of patients with dysfunctions of the thoracic spine and ribcage. An integrated approach utilizing the concepts of Cyriax, Maitland, McKenzie, Kaltenborn, Evjenth, and others, in combination with current evidence based practice as described in the literature, will be utilized to form the foundation of an effective treatment approach. This course will provide the tools necessary to perform a complete evaluation of the entire cervical spine, diagnose the site/source of dysfunction, and apply specific, targeted interventions safely and effectively. Treatment techniques covered will include joint mobilization, traction, stabilization exercises, thrust manipulation, and patient education/management strategies. The course format includes lecture, extensive lab and demonstration time. Case study will be used to consider examination techniques, manual therapy and exercise while approaching EBP in a patient specific context. Pre-course materials include a review of anatomy and biomechanics related to OMPT practice and differential diagnosis.
Prerequisite(s): Licensed physical therapist or permission of Program Director.

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