An Introduction to the Pelvis
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This 3 day
evidence based course (Sackett et al 2002) reviews the recent advances in
science and presents a clinical application for assessment and treatment of the
pelvis based on an integrated model. This course presents a structural
framework for clinical decision making which enables the therapist to decide
when and why different treatment interventions should be applied for successful
rehabilitation. Based on specific assessment tests, the clinician will learn how
to integrate joint mobilisation techniques, myofascial release techniques,
stabilisation exercises as well as functional integration exercises into a
complete multimodal program which is patient specific i.e. prescriptive - and
thus most effective. On this course, this model of assessment and treatment will
be applied to dysfunction within the pelvic girdle.
Course Content includes:
- Principles of this integrated approach and
the evidence that supports it
- Biomechanics of the pelvis (sacroiliac
joints and pubic symphysis)
- Current knowledge on how stability is
achieved for effective load transfer through the pelvis.
clinical tests which examine:
- Position or posture of the pelvic girdle
- Functional load transfer through the pelvic
girdle (strategies for function & performance)
- Joint mobility/stability (articular system
analysis - specific mobility and stability tests for the sacroiliac joint
and pubic symphysis
- The local muscle system: analyse recruitment
patterns of the lumbopelvic stabilizers and recognize common substitution
strategies (myofascial and neural system analysis)
- Common patterns of dysfunction including
those of excessive compression (stiff joints, hypertonic global muscle
system, joint fixation) and insufficient compression (loose joints,
insufficient recruitment of the local muscle system).
- Development of an effective treatment
program including when and how to use manual therapy, education and
exercise.
- Specific mobilization techniques for the
sacroiliac joint including direct mobilization and release with awareness
(Lee & Lee) techniques – reducing rigidity using manual therapy and breath
work.
the protocol for an evidence-based stabilization exercise program and the
role of prolotherapy and sacroiliac belts/taping in augmenting stabilization
therapy.
- The role of injection therapy for pain
reduction
- Exercises for restoring a neutral spine and
hip position. Techniques to restore neutral spine position in sidelying,
prone and sitting will be practiced with a focus on the lumbopelvic-hip
alignment.
- Motor control training for the local muscle
system – isolation and awareness training which extensively uses imagery and
touch for facilitation. The focus will be on how to find the optimal
strategy (best patient position, image, manual and verbal cues) for your
patient.
Who is this course aimed at?
This course is aimed at physiotherapist, sports therapists, osteopaths and
chiropractors. There is scope to allow some other manual therapist, please
contact us to discuss this.
Course Dates
An Introduction to the Pelvis
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