Comprehensive Manual Therapy for the Thoracic and Ribs
Diagnosing and treating thoracic and rib pain can be challenging and frustrating. Due to the complex nature of the thoracic region, finding the root cause of mid back pain is often difficult. This course intends to simplify evaluation and treatment for the most common thoracic and rib dysfunctions from a manual therapy perspective. This is a hands-on course that is meant to impart a streamlined approach for care of the mid back that can be applied to both acute and chronic conditions. Manual techniques that will be covered in this course include muscle energy, mobilization, articulation, and manipulations. A brief overview of therapeutic exercises for the thoracic spine with be covered to ensure long term success of manual treatments. It is intended that each course attendee be able to immediately utilize the covered techniques to improve their clinical efficiency.
Instructor
Ted German , PT, AAS, BA, DPT, CIMT, CPRS
Ted German, PT, AAS, BA, DPT, CIMT, CPRS, has over 18 years of experience in outpatient orthopedic physical therapy and has taught dozens of manual therapy courses all over the country. He currently works at Group Health Cooperative in Madison, ... read more
Who Should Attend
- Physical Therapists
- Physical Therapist Assistants
- Occupational Therapists
- Occupational Therapy Assistants
- Athletic Trainers
Benefits and Learning Outcomes
- Understand basic anatomy and the pathomechanics of the thoracic spine and ribs
- Understand the basic principles of manual therapy for the thoracic spine and ribs
- Demonstrate proper manual therapy evaluation for a thoracic spine and ribs patient
- Easily identify the most common thoracic spine and ribs dysfunctions
- Demonstrate proper manual therapy treatment techniques for a thoracic spine and ribs patient
Course Outline/Topics
GOAL OF COURSE: To assess the most common dysfunctions of the Thoracic Spine and Ribs and to gain skill in the manual therapy techniques for each
Notes
What to wear: Comfortable, flexible clothing; please dress in layers as it is not always easy to regulate the temperature of large meeting rooms.
Date: Fri, Oct 11, 2024
Delivery Method: In-person
Time: 8am-4:30pm CT
Location: UWM School of Continuing Education
Instructor: Ted German PT, AAS, BA, DPT, CIMT, CPRS
Fee:
$325 by Sept 11, 2024
$375 after Sept 11, 2024
CEUs: .7, CEHs: 7
Enrollment Limit: 24
Program Number: 1010-16363
Note: What to wear: comfortable, flexible clothing; please dress in layers as it is not always easy to regulate the temperature of large meeting rooms.
Registration Deadline: Oct 4, 2024
