The Shoulder Complex (Oct 17 - 18, 2026)

The Shoulder Complex is organized by Therapy Network Seminars (TNS) and will be held from Oct 17 - 18, 2026 at Metro Physical Therapy, New York City, New York, United States of America.

Description:
Successful evaluation and treatment of the shoulder complex entails an accurate understanding of its normal and abnormal anatomy, pathomechanics and biomechanics. Treatment of the shoulder can be complex and confusing based upon the multitude of approaches that exist.  By utilizing a systematic approach, therapists and athletic trainers may focus on a problem-solving basis to accurately and successfully evaluate patients with a variety of shoulder conditions. Included in this two-day workshop is an overview of the most common orthopedic conditions in which therapeutic intervention is indicated, evaluation and treatment schemes to promote successful outcomes and significant lab time. Attendees will further their development involving effective evaluation and treatment (surgical as well as non-surgical); including differential diagnosis, manual therapy, exercise prescription and evidence supported treatment techniques for the shoulder proper.

Objectives:

• Identify evidence supported treatment techniques used in shoulder rehabilitation
• Perform modified examination techniques and “special test” based upon history, screening and stage of the condition e.g. acute vs chronic
• Perform modified examination techniques and “special test” based upon history, screening and stage of the condition e.g. acute vs chronic
• Perform basic and advanced mobilization and other manual therapy techniques to help facilitate normal recovery.
• Demonstrate appropriate exercise prescription and dosing based on the stage of the condition and the recovery process.