OVERVIEW

S2 - Advanced Evaluation & Manipulation of Pelvis, Lumbar & Thoracic Spine Including Thrust - Instructed by Todd Bourgeois, PT, DPT, OCS, MTC, FAAOMPT is organized by University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) and will be held from Dec 07 - 08, 2019 at Miami, Florida, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is Physical Therapists.

Hours: 18 or 1.8 CEUs (includes 3 online hours) or 2 graduate credits
Prerequisite: S1; Intro S2 Webinar is included with S2

Description:
Anatomy and biomechanics of the lumbar spine, thoracic spine, rib cage and the pelvis are discussed. Review and modification of techniques from S1 - Spinal Evaluation and Manipulation, along with the instruction of additional techniques are provided. An in-depth presentation on the syndromes of the lumbar spine and their treatment is instructed. The utilization of biomechanical and anatomical principles for the enhancement of patient care through manipulation and exercise is emphasized, as is the patient’s role in his/her own welfare.

Learning Objectives:
At the completion of this seminar, the attendee should be able to:
• conduct a detailed physical examination of the lumbar, thoracic spine and pelvis
• describe the mechanisms and characteristics of spinal pain and the behavior of pain patients
• perform manipulation to the lumbar, thoracic spine/ribs and pelvis
• discuss and present cases with spinal dysfunction
• describe indications and contraindications of spinal manipulation
• discuss the role of therapeutic exercise and preventative measures in the management of spinal dysfunction especially with regard to spinal stabilization