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A Three Dimensional Approach for the Conservative Treatment of Scoliosis
This introductory lecture and lab asynchronous online course is designed to teach the licensed physical therapist, physical therapist assistant, and athletic trainers assessment and treatment techniques for patients with curvature of the spine. Participants will gain a greater understanding of scoliosis, based on the current evidence, as a 3-dimensional, torsional, asymmetry with attention given to effects of scoliosis on the sagittal, frontal and transverse planes.
A Three Dimensional Approach for the Conservative Treatment of Scoliosis
This intermediate level lecture and lab course is designed to further assist the attendee with evaluation and treatment of curvature of the spine. Course participants will gain an appreciation of frontal and transverse plane considerations as well as advanced sagittal plane concepts for different curve presentations. Respiratory biomechanical changes and subsequent physiological consequences will be addressed. Further evaluative techniques and treatment components including 15 Postural Restoration Institute® (PRI) non-manual techniques, exercise program dosing and weaning will be covered.
