OVERVIEW

Tibialis Posterior Activation Course is organized by Brookbush Institute.

Course Description: Tibialis Posterior Exercises (Activation)
This course describes tibialis posterior exercises, commonly referred to as tibialis posterior activation. Performing plantar flexion of the ankle exercises, with the addition of ankle inversion and toe extension improves recruitment (isolation) of this important muscle. The tibialis posterior is the primary supinator of the foot, primary invertor of the ankle, and a strong plantar flexor of the ankle joint. It is common to include these exercises in a program designed to address feet flatten (pes planus); however, these exercises may also be recommended to reduce an asymmetrical weight shift, excessive forward lean, knees bow in (knee valgus), knees bow out (knee varus), and feet turn out. Addressing these signs has been correlated with improving and reducing the risk of chronic ankle instability, Achilles tendinitis, plantar fasciitis, ankle pain, and foot pain, and improving sports performance. Movement professionals (personal trainers, physical therapists, athletic trainers, massage therapists, chiropractors, occupational therapists, etc.) should consider adding these exercises to their repertoire with the intent of improving patient/client outcomes from their integrated exercise programs and therapeutic (rehabilitation) interventions.

Behavioral Objectives:
• Students will be prepared to pass a final exam by choosing from a list of potential answers to behavior-objective matched multiple-choice questions.
• Interpret how at least 3 of the research studies cited have refined the selection, application and implementation of the techniques covered
• Given a patient scenario, integrate at least 4 of the techniques covered in class to a plan of care
• Identify the movement impairments that may result from tibialis posterior under-activity
•Deduce/synthesize a hypothesis regarding the effect this technique will have on outcome measures and the appropriate test for re-assessment.
• Design an intervention plan including these techniques with the intent of affecting an objectively measured functional outcome.
• Describe the functional benefits (including impact on performance, occupation or daily tasks) that may be expected from implementing the intervention plan.