Lumbopelvic Spine: Biomechanics, Pathology and Soft Tissue Treatment
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Course Name Lumbopelvic Spine Biomechanics, Pathology and Soft Tissue Treatment Draft Credit Hour(s) 8 Instructor(s) Linda Simon DC Educational Objectives Describe the structural anatomy of the lumbopelvic spine including its vertebrae, sacrum, coccyx, and os coxae. Identify the joints of the lumbopelvic spine and describe the articular features of the sacroiliac joint. Describe the muscular sections, ligaments, and foramina of the diaphragm relative to the lumbopelvic spine. Identify the origins, insertions, and structural relationships of the abdominal and anterior thigh muscles. Describe the neural anatomy of the lumbopelvic region including the spinal cord, lumbar plexus, and sacral plexus. Explain the functional anatomy of the lumbopelvic spine and its role in spinal rigidity, plasticity, and curvature. Describe the biomechanics of the intervertebral, lumbosacral, and sacroiliac joints during flexion, extension, and rotation. Explain the functional roles of the diaphragm in respiration, circulation, straining, and weightlifting. Describe the actions of the abdominal and pelvic muscles on the lumbar spine and pelvis. Identify the muscular innervations of the lumbar and sacral plexuses and the arterial supply to the pelvis. Describe the components of a comprehensive lumbopelvic history and pain assessment using the OPQRST framework. Demonstrate passive examination and static palpation techniques for the bony structures of the lumbopelvic spine. Apply soft tissue palpation across the five lumbopelvic zones to identify pathology. Perform pelvic orthopedic tests including Derifield, Ely's, Erichsen's, Gaenslen's, and Goldthwaite's tests. Demonstrate neurological testing of lumbar and sacral dermatomes, deep tendon reflexes, and myotomes. Perform motion palpation of the sacroiliac joints to assess nutation and counternutation.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Georgia Board of Chiropractic Examiners
Chiropractor
New Hampshire Board of Chiropractic Examiners
Chiropractor
North Carolina Board of Chiropractic Examiners
Doctor of Chiropractic
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Apply visceral, malingering, and muscle strength tests relevant to lumbopelvic evaluation.
Evaluate plain film X-ray findings of the lumbopelvic spine including views and diagnostic indicators.
Compare MRI, bone scan, and EMG diagnostic imaging modalities for lumbopelvic assessment.
Identify pathological bone conditions of the lumbopelvic spine including osteoporosis, osteochondrosis, and stenosis.
Describe common pelvic fractures, avulsions, and osseous defects such as Paget's disease.
Recognize congenital defects of the lumbopelvic spine including tropism, transitional vertebrae, and spina bifida.
Describe capsular lesions and osteoarthritis affecting the joints of the lumbopelvic spine.
Differentiate diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis, chronic spinal fibrositis, and intersegmental dysfunction.
Classify ligament injuries of the lumbopelvic spine and identify the ligaments of each joint.
Describe muscle injury types and pathologies of the posterior abdominal wall including diaphragm and iliopsoas.
Identify pathological conditions affecting the pelvic group muscles and their impact on lumbopelvic function.
Recognize nerve injuries of the spinal cord, cauda equina, and lumbosacral plexus.
Apply conservative treatment protocols for osteoporosis, osteomalacia, and stenosis of the lumbopelvic spine.
Describe treatment approaches for congenital defects affecting the lumbopelvic spine.
Apply treatment protocols for capsular lesions and osteoarthritis of the lumbopelvic joints.
Demonstrate manipulative corrections for sacroiliac fixations, sacral torque, pivot, and ilium rotations.
Apply Strain Counterstrain techniques for high ilium, low ilium, and sacroiliac flare-in points.
Demonstrate Cyriax rotational and extension strain corrections for the lumbar spine.
Apply treatment protocols for ligament injuries of the intervertebral disc, lumbosacral, and sacroiliac joints.
Describe treatment modalities for muscle contusion, strain, laceration, ischemia, and atrophy.
Demonstrate treatment techniques for quadratus lumborum and latissimus dorsi dysfunction.
Apply treatment techniques for sartorius and quadriceps