Evaluate and Treat of the Tarsals and Lower Leg

Course overview

The foot is the base of support for the entire body. The lower leg will affect the foot. Dysfunctions, restrictions, and misalignment in this area affect the whole body, particularly the forefoot, knees, and hips. The severity and pathology of every knee injury is directly related to the integrity of the foot and lower leg. Most forefoot dysfunctions, such as bunions, hallux limitus, and turf toe, originate here as well. The course's evaluation component employs a functional diagnosis technique to pinpoint the treatment area and identifies the root cause of dysfunction. The treatment aspect involves release, realignment, and reinforcement. Tarsals and lower leg movement occur in three planes, and the course teaches tri-planar, specific, active/functional releases. Using functional positions in the closed chain with active movement patterns ensures quicker patient outcomes. Realigning incorporates taping/strapping techniques with Dynamic Tape, Kinesiotape, and Leukotape to protect joints, align structures, and influence muscle facilitation and inhibition for enhanced carry over. Reinforcement includes proprioceptive neuromuscular re-education (PNF) and functional exercises that mimic muscle's contraction and movements for ADLs, sports, and dance. The methods in this course significantly enhance efficiency and effectiveness in treating orthopedic diagnoses of the toes, ankles, knees, hips, and lower back.