Addressing the Scoliotic Spine
$250 + HST
Description:
Understanding the correlation between the dynamics of the mechanics of the spine in relation to the diaphragms of the body can be an invaluable treatment tool in getting the lasting results that our patients with scoliosis, whether functional or structural, are looking for! Approaching the curves of the spine with a new perspective...how can we treat without driving the dysfunction in further! This course will provide understanding of the two main patterns in the scoliotic spine, the 3 & 4 curve, how to assess, recognize the common dysfunctions and conditions in relation to, as well as providing practical knowledge of techniques that Manual Therapists can use in their practice to assist in treatment.
Through a combination of lecture and practical sessions, you will not only learn about these conditions, but you will learn hands-on techniques to help reduce symptoms, pain and dysfunction in patients with scoliosis or any spinal deviations.
This course will help with patient populations who have a scoliosis, are pregnant or post-partum, or have any physical manifestations of anxiety, chronic low back and hip pain or upper thoracic dysfunctions.
This course was developed specifically for Manual Therapists and is instructed by an Osteopathic Manual Therapist
Duration:
8 hours
Delivery Model:
In-class (1 day)
Modules:
Module 1
Review attachments to the spine and the ligaments that are responsible for holding the pattern. Understanding the lines of pull and the difference between a 3 curve and 4 curve patterns.
Module 2
The conditions that are symptoms of a scoliotic spine. Gaining an understanding of how it affects the diaphragms in the body. Recognizing symptoms, prognosis and possible treatment options.
Module 3
Manual Techniques: External soft tissue and connective tissue techniques that assist in treating internal dysfunction, and Mobilization of both joints. How to assess and balance the curves without driving the pattern further into the body. Techniques specific to digestion, diastasis recti, post-partum dysfunctions Techniques to help reduce back pain, headaches, jaw pain/clicking, and pelvic pain.
Module 4
Remedial Exercise and Home Exercise Programs, Breathing techniques, Postural correction, Core and hip strengthening. Relaxation postures and rebalancing the nervous system.
Instructor Bio
Instructor Bio Terra Nicolle M.OMSc RMT IAYT-Trauma Informed Terra graduated from the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy with a Masters in Osteopathic Science. Since then, Terra has continued to pursue further training in pediatrics, concussion therapy, taping, lactation consultant and pelvic floor courses. She has an extensive background in personal training and fitness instructing since 1994. She has been teaching yoga teacher training's and yoga therapy courses for the trauma sensitive client. She travels to Africa to educate physio's and midwives in treating the pregnant/ postpartum and pediatric patient. She loves to share the knowledge that she has gained to empower therapists to create effective treatment plans for their patients.
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