Orthopedics: Posture

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USD $32.97

Evaluating Common Postural Faults, and Assessing Ergonomics

This online course is designed for any massage therapist or bodyworker who would like to review and update their knowledge on postural faults and ergonomics in the workplace:

  • Gain a greater understanding of the postural issues therapists see most frequently in their practice, and all the tools to develop a safe and effective treatment and management plan
  • Learn about lumbar hyperlordosis and thoracic hyperkyphosis, as well as the steps to perform a detailed assessment, and how to create a treatment and management plan for each of them
  • Learn about ergonomic challenges in office environments and how to assess them. This includes the updated research on these subjects, to offer you the most recent, reliable information possible
  • Each pathology will cover an overview, causes, symptoms, assessment, appropriate treatment techniques, homecare and contraindications
  • 8 modules with great illustrations and some quizzes along the way
  • Receive a Certificate with successful completion
  • CMTBC – Cycle 12 – Approved 1PD Credit
  • CMTO – 1.5 Catagory A
  • MTAS – 3 Primary Credits

Description

Orthopedics: Posture Online Course
Evaluating Common Postural Faults, and Assessing Ergonomics

This online course is designed for any massage therapist or bodyworker who would like to review and update their knowledge on postural faults and ergonomics in the workplace:

  • Gain a greater understanding of the postural issues therapists see most frequently in their practice, and all the tools to develop a safe and effective treatment and management plan
  • Learn about lumbar hyperlordosis and thoracic hyperkyphosis, as well as the steps to perform a detailed assessment, and how to create a treatment and management plan for each of them
  • Learn about ergonomic challenges in office environments and how to assess them. This includes the updated research on these subjects, to offer you the most recent, reliable information possible
  • Each pathology will cover an overview, causes, symptoms, assessment, appropriate treatment techniques, homecare and contraindications
  • 8 modules with great illustrations and some quizzes along the way
  • Receive a Certificate with successful completion
  • CMTBC – Cycle 12 – Approved 1PD Credit
  • CMTO – 1.5 Catagory A
  • MTAS – 3 Primary Credits

 

This course is self-paced and provided online so you can learn the material at times that are convenient for you.  All of the written information is yours to print off, or save as a document on your computer which can make a great reference for your practice.

Duration: Approximately 3+ hours

Pathologies discussed:

  • Lumbar hyperlordosis and pelvic cross syndrome
  • Thoracic hyperkyphosis and shoulder cross syndrome
  • Office ergonomics

 

Instructors:

Sarah Lewis
Dr. Nikita Vizniak, RMT, DC — Dr. Vizniak has been teaching and tutoring students to write and pass practical and standardized exams for over 20 years (premed/dental/pharm, chiro, kin, massage naturopathic, physio etc.), and understands how to give you the confidence and skill set you need to become a top tier performer. Want even more? Consult with him 1 on 1 or in a small group here.

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