Course in adv thoracic spine pathology & specific regional and biomechanical evaluation. Extensive focus on treatment classification systems, directional preferences and segmental-specific manip/mob techniques coupled w/adv exercise prescription.
Date & Time
November 12-13, 2022
Saturday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (course registration begins at 7:30 am - 8:00 am)
Sunday: 8:00 am to 4:00pm
Location
LifeForce Physical Therapy and Wellness - Wilmington, NC
Registration: $599
2nd & 3rd Yr PT Students: $349.00. Repeat Participant: $349.00
C-613 Thoracic Spine
Course Overview
This course utilizes case-based instruction to illustrate thoracic Spine and Rib-Cage conditions, and their advanced neurophysiological movement assessment. Coursework will focus on reason-based development of individualized examinations aimed at patient/client classification into: management of an initial diagnosis, progression to a specific neurophysiological movement examination, symptom/intervention/rule-based classification groupings, or referral to another health-care provider. Procedural interventions will include education, manual therapy techniques (including manipulation), and individualized neuromuscular rehabilitation prescription, with the goal of restoring normal function and preventing disability.
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Course Details
This course is 2 days on-site and 7 hours online. Participants will receive an e-link to online coursework 2 weeks prior to the course and to the onsite course materials 1 week prior to the course. Please watch for these links in your email inbox.
21 CEUs
This course awards 21 CEUs in eligible states. See www.naiomt.com/ceus for details.
Refund Policy
Refunds up to 30 days before event.
Instructor
PT, DSc, OCS, FAAOMPT, CCTT
Liz Henry
Liz is the president of LifeForce Physical Therapy in Wilmington, NC where she specializes in temporomandibular, orofacial and craniofacial dysfunction, golf injury rehabilitation and golf performance, and dance injury/rehabilitation. She is senior consulting therapist at the Carolina Ballet. In addition to being a member of the APTA, AAOMPT, she is also a member of the American Academy of Orofacial Pain.
Liz’s entry-level training in physical therapy was from the University of Vermont, attended New York University for graduate studies in biomechanics and completed the Doctor of Science (DSc) in Physical Therapy at Andrews University. Liz underwent fellowship training with NAIOMT and was accepted as a Fellow by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT). Liz has maintained Board Certification awarded by the American Physical therapy Association (APTA) in Orthopaedics since 1991. She has also credentialed as Certified Cervical & Temporomandibular Therapist (CCTT) by the Physical Therapy Board of Craniofacial & Cervical Therapeutics (PTBCCT) and is a certified Myofunctional Therapist by the Academy of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy.
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WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY
I recently attended the COMT-5 Lower Extremity Manual Therapy course and it exceeded my expectations. The instructors were knowledgeable and supportive, and the course content was thorough and practical. The course has improved my manipulation and exercise skills, and I'm seeing immediate changes in my practice.
- Oliver, Seattle, WA
The COMT-1 Lumbar Spine Manual Therapy course was an excellent opportunity for me to refine my skills in differential diagnosis, manipulation, and exercise techniques. The course content was well-organized, and the instructors were engaging and supportive. I saw immediate changes in my practice, and I highly recommend this course to other physical therapists looking to improve their skills.
- Liam, NYC, NY
The Trigger Point Dry Needling course exceeded my expectations. The instructors were passionate and experienced, and the course content was both informative and practical. The course has improved my clinical reasoning skills and I'm confident in my ability to use dry needling as an effective treatment modality.
- Olivia, Seattle, WA
I recently completed the COMT-4 Upper Extremity Manual Therapy course, and it was an incredible experience. The instructors were knowledgeable and supportive, and the course content was well-organized and detailed. The practical exercises were challenging but rewarding, and I'm already seeing improvements in my practice. I highly recommend this course to any physical therapist looking to enhance their skills and knowledge.
- Lucas, NYC, NY
As a physical therapist, attending the COMT-2 Cervical Spine Manual Therapy course was a game-changer. The course content was comprehensive and well-structured, and the instructors were knowledgeable and supportive. I've gained new insights into the cervical spine's anatomy, and the techniques I learned have helped me provide better care to my patients.
- Sophia, Eugene, OR
Attending the COMT-3 Thoracic Spine Manual Therapy course was a fantastic learning experience for me. The instructors were supportive and caring, and the course content was well-organized and comprehensive. I gained new skills in differential diagnosis and exercise techniques that have helped me provide better care to my patients. This course is a must for physical therapists looking to improve their skills.
- Amelia, Lubbock, TX
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