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S1-Introduction to Spinal Evaluation and Manipulation
MT 9201

35 hours, 3.5 CEUs (No Prerequisite)
Tuition: Tuition $895

Registration Information

This is a five-day seminar emphasizing interpretation of basic science knowledge toward the development of clinical skills needed for differential evaluation and effective treatment of spinal dysfunction. General principles of functional anatomy, tissue and joint biomechanics, pathology and treatments are applied to clinical examination and treatment. Includes instruction and techniques of evaluating structure, active movements and palpation for condition, position and mobility of the spine. Manipulation techniques are instructed at all levels of the spine except the subcranial area. Supportive treatments, such as exercises and distraction, are instructed and practiced to a limited degree. At the conclusion of the course, the student should feel confident to examine and treat most common spinal conditions.

Learning Outcomes

At the completion of this seminar the therapist will be able to:

  • conduct a comprehensive physical examination of the spine
  • describe the mechanism and characteristics of spinal pain and the behavior of pain patients
  • safely perform basic spinal manipulation techniques
  • discuss and present cases with spinal dysfunction
  • describe the indication and contraindications of spinal manipulation
  • demonstrate an appreciation of the role of therapeutic exercise and preventative measures in the management of spinal dysfunction

Day One

Day Two Day Three Day Four Day Five

9:00-10:00
Welcome
Introduction

8:30 Review
9:00-10:00 Palpation
Condition and Position
Lab-Cervical

8:30 Review
9:00-10:00
Manipulation Lecture

8:30 Review
9:00-10:00
Syndromes

8:30 Review
9:00-10:00
Evaluation

10 AM BREAK 10 AM BREAK 10 AM BREAK 10 AM BREAK 10 AM BREAK

10:15-12:00
Structure Lecture Lab

10:15-12:00
Palpation Mobility
Lab

10:15-12:00
Manipulation Lab

10:15-12:00
Syndromes (S/I)

10:15-12:00
Evaluation

LUNCH HOUR LUNCH HOUR LUNCH HOUR LUNCH HOUR  LUNCH HOUR

1:00-3:00
Active Movements
Lecture/Lab

1:00-3:00
Palpation Mobility
Lab (cont'd)

1:00-3:00
Manipulation Lab
(cont'd)

1:00-3:00  
Syndromes  

1:00-3:00
Presentation of Findings
From Evaluation

3 PM BREAK 3 PM BREAK 3 PM BREAK 3 PM BREAK 3 PM BREAK

3:15-5:30
Palpation
Lecture/Lab

3:15-5:30
Palpation Mobility
Lab (cont'd)

3:15-5:30
Manipulation Lab
(cont'd)

3:15-5:00
Practice Lab

3:15-4:00
Review & Round Robin
4:00
End Class

Seminar ends at 4:00 p.m. on the last day.

 

 

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