MT-3: Intermediate Spinal Seminar

Course overview

Continuation from MT-2, manual therapy for the Spine is taken to the intermediate level. Refinement and clarification of subjective & physical examinations; treatment for Cervical, Thoracic & Lumbar spine. Treatment Planning & Progression, Movement Diagrams, Modern Pain Theory, Cervicogenic Headaches (and other headache types), Whiplash, and highly specific passive physiological & accessory movement tests, extensive Neuro-dynamics, and improved skills in palpation (ability to feel changes in resistance & responses to mobilization). Emphasis is given to application and selection of techniques, progression of treatment, conversion of passive techniques into active exercises, neurological exams, and case histories. INTRODUCTION to SPINAL MANIPULATION (where legally permitted). Subjective and objective physical differentiation techniques are taught using hypothesis testing for Cervical, Thoracic & Lumbar spine. Includes required Home Study course component of approximately 10.5 hours. Approved for 3.12CEUS(31.2 contact hours) from August 13, 2021-August 12, 2022. APTA TN Approval number #2021-125