Course in adv lower extremity pathology, and detailed, specific peripheral joint evaluation. Specific focus on detailed analysis of physiological and accessory movement faults. Treatment specific to manip/mob techniques coupled w/adv exercise Rx.
Date & Time
November 19-20, 2022
Saturday - 8:00am - 5:00pm PDT (registration begins at 7:30am)
Sunday - 8:00am - 5:00pm PDT
Location
Therapeutic Associates - Canyon Park
19017 120th Ave. NE Suite 111
Bothell, WA. 98011
Registration: $599
2nd & 3rd Yr PT Students: $349.00
Repeat Participant: $349.00
C-621 Lower Extremity
Course Overview
This course utilizes case-based instruction to illustrate hip, knee, ankle and foot 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.
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, OCS, FAAOMPT
Steve Allen
Steve Allen is a graduate of the University of Southern California 1977 with a MS in Physical Therapy. Internships included attending the Kaiser Vallejo Rehab Program with Margaret Knott and Greg Johnson for intense instruction in Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation. Steve is the founder of Evergreen Physical Therapy in Spokane and past clinical director at Therapeutic Associates, Inc. in Liberty Lake, Washington. Steve received his Board Certification in Orthopedic Physical Therapy in 1986 and is a 1996 graduate of the North American Institute of Orthopaedic Manipulative Therapy (NAIOMT) and received his Fellow in the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manipulative Therapy in 1998.
Steve served for six years in the House of Delegates, American Physical Therapy Association, and co-chair of the Manipulation Task Force, Physical Therapy Association of Washington State.
The North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy, Inc. (NAIOMT) is a private physical therapist-owned organization dedicated to achieving the highest standards of clinical practice for manual physical therapists.
NAIOMT specializes in a flexible teaching program, which seeks to promote the utilization of safe, effective and efficient manual physical therapy management of musculoskeletal dysfunction. It further seeks an environment that is conducive to the application of a reasoned approach to manual physical therapy through critical inquiry and the creation of new knowledge and skills based on scientific study and dissemination of that knowledge.
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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.
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- 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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