Treatment of Spine Pain (Owens - Online)

Course overview

Over 84% of the population will experience an acute episode of spine pain. It is the most common reason for individuals with musculoskeletal conditions seeking treatment from general medical practitioners. Clinicians are faced with the challenge of performing a timely and thorough examination of the spine that provides the necessary information for the development of a clear plan of care for patients and clients. Once the examination is complete, clinicians must choose the best evidence-based interventions that can be performed based on his or her psychomotor skill and the patient/clients preference. This course will assist clinicians with prioritizing examination tests and measures by presenting recent diagnosis-related research for the spine. A case-based clinical reasoning approach will provide participants with the ability clearly communicate findings with patients and colleagues. Manual therapy techniques will be presented through both live demonstration and clear, concise illustrated handout materials. Clinicians with all levels of experiences and expertise will be able to effectively manage patients with spine dysfunction using a hands-on manual therapy approach.