Course DescriptionThe Functional Shoulder course is designed to help you, the rehabilitation professional, develop a greater understanding of the complexity of the shoulder while gaining confidence in effectively treating shoulder pathology. The Functional Shoulder is a lecture and lab course providing an evidence based guide to hands-on lab instruction that will readily improve your clinical practice. The Functional Shoulder will transform your current approach to shoulder dysfunction to include the entire kinetic chain resulting in greater treatment outcomes. Target Audience
Objectives1. Review the normal anatomy and kinesiology of the shoulder complex.
2. Recognize postural deviations from normal which contribute to known shoulder pathologies. 3. Correctly assess passive constraints to movement in the shoulder and shoulder girdle. 4. Assess the integrity/strength of the dynamic stabilizers of the glenohumeral and scapulothoracic regions. 5. Effectively mobilize the glenohumeral joint and instruct the client on methods of self mobilization to restore both accessory
and physiological range of motion. 6. Develop strategies for visual, tactile and verbal cues to maximize the efficiency of shoulder rehabilitation.
7. Discuss current research related to selection and progression of scapular stabilization and rotator cuff exercise. 8. Progress a client through a comprehensive rehabilitation program taking advantage of gains in strength, mobility, etc. 9. Design an effective home exercise program to complement treatment provided in the office and insure progression toward discharge. |
Course ScheduleDay 1 (8 contact hours)7:30 – 8:00
8:00 - 9:00
9:00 – 10:15 Lab: Posture and Motion Analysis
Break 10:15 - 10:3010:30 - 11:15 Lab: ROM Assessment
11:15 – 12:00 Lab: Strength Assessment
Lunch 12:00 – 1:00 On your own1:00 - 2:00 Lecture and Lab: Special Tests of the Shoulder
2:00 – 3:00 Lab: Management of the Acute Shoulder
Break 3:00 - 3:15
3:15 – 4:15 Lab: Exercise for the Acute or Post-operative Patient
4:15 – 5:00 Lab: Considerations for the Scapula
5:00 – 5:30
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