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1 Back to the Books: Return to Learn Strategies for Concussed Student-Athletes [2 contact hours] This course covers how to implement return to learn strategies for student athletes following a concussion. Based on the most up-to-date research on concussions in student athletes, athletic trainers, and healthcare practitioners are provided with best-practice recommendations on how to manage post-concussion recovery and learning. Participants will be able to assess their current return to learn the process and modify it in alignment with current guidelines. 8 Differential Diagnosis for Physical Therapy: Introduction [4 contact hours] As the profession of Physical Therapy has progressed, the importance of differential diagnosis and medical screening has increased, especially with the mandate of autonomous practice. This seminar will give the clinician the ability to screen the multiple body organ systems for diseases and syndromes that are not of musculoskeletal origin. The seminar further addresses effective mechanisms that result in client referrals to appropriate health care practitioners. Through lectures and case studies, the therapist will be able to determine the best course of action with a patient utilizing the best available assessment tools and measures and evidence-based practice to determine diagnosis, need for referral, or method of treatment. 21 Evaluation and Treatment of the Shoulder Complex [4 contact hours] The course provides a general overview of the shoulder complex anatomy before moving into the primary purpose of the course, evaluation and treatment of the shoulder complex through entry-level introduction of manual evaluation techniques of the connective tissue surrounding the shoulder complex. 34 Kinesiology Taping for Orthopedic Conditions [4 contact hours] Kinesiology taping is redefining the role of therapeutic taping for rehabilitation professionals. Taping was once used to physically hold structures in place; now kinesiology taping is used to influence fascia and underlying neural tissues to cause functional changes in both the local tissue as well as the central nervous system. Often relegated to the athletic world, kinesiology taping has many orthopedic, neurological, pediatric, geriatric, and other specialty applications. Course content will include orthopedic assessment, adjunctive manual therapies, and kinesiology taping for joint mobility and stability applications. 45 Optimizing Outcomes in Rehabilitation: Motor Learning Principles and Beyond [6 contact hours] By the end of this course, participants will gain a knowledge and understanding of how to optimize rehabilitation outcomes in their patients by using current and evidence-based application of motor learning concepts and principles of neuroplasticity, including contemporary evidence for autonomy support and the effects of improving patient motivation and focus. 59 Sports Massage: Enhancing Training, Participation and Recovery for Today’s Athlete, 2nd Edition [2 contact hours] The purpose of this course is to inform massage professionals of techniques known to help improve preparation for, participation in, and recovery from sports participation. James Menz guides you through the recommendations and contraindications of each stage of an athlete’s training program. He also discusses common sport injuries and the implications for massage therapy. 71 Treating Connective Tissue Conditions with Muscle Release Techniques, 2nd Edition [2 contact hours] Designed to introduce massage therapists, athletic trainers and wellness professionals, this course shows learners how to effectively manipulate adhesions, scar tissue, and trigger points to improve patient outcomes. The purpose of this course is to promote awareness of restrictions in muscle and fascia and tissue adhesions as well as resulting pain and dysfunction. We will explore safe, effective techniques shown to reduce tissue restriction and restore optimum function. 77 Trigger Point Therapy for Headaches, Migraines, and TMJD [6 contact hours] Trigger point therapy can be utilized to treat conditions such as headaches, migraines, temporomandibular joint disorder, tinnitus, and vertigo. This course defines and identifies trigger point pathophysiology and their ability to cause pain and autonomic phenomena. Muscle anatomy of the head, face, neck, shoulders, and back are reviewed along with the associated referral pain and symptoms. Hands-on demonstrations are provided for the back, shoulders, and sternocleidomastoid, as well as the head, face, and muscles of mastication.
Colibri Healthcare, LLC’s courses meet the standards for physical therapy continuing education activities in Virginia.
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