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2011
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Presented by: Program of Physical Therapy and UW-La Crosse Department of Health Professions in partnership with: UW-La Crosse Continuing Education and Extension |
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Learning Manipulative and Manual Therapy Techniques of the
Cervical-Thoracic and Lumbo-Pelvic Region
October 28, 2011
8 a.m.–5 p.m. | 3010 Health Science Center, UW-La Crosse
$185 includes materials, lunch and refreshments | ($155,
UW-L Physical Therapy alumni)
8 contact hours
The emphasis of this course will be the utilization of lab time to instruct and practice commonly used manipulative and manual therapy techniques that are addressed to the cervical-thoracic spine, lumbar spine and lumbo-pelvic region. Discussion will ensue regarding when it is appropriate to integrate these techniques into the treatment plan for a variety of patient populations. The attendees will demonstrate an improved psychomotor skill of performing different manual therapy techniques of the cervicalthoraco-lumbo-pelvic region and formulate an opinion on the value of several different interventions to enhance outcomes.
Learning Objectives
- Demonstrate psychomotor competency for different manual therapy techniques of the cervical-thoracic and lumbo-pelvic region to enhance treatment options for each classification
- Formulate an opinion on the value of intervention of the cervical-thoracic and lumbo-pelvic region based on the most recent literature
- Integrate effective therapeutic exercises in the intervention of individuals with cervical-thoracic and lumbo-pelvic dysfunction
Instructors:
Paul Reuteman, PT, MHS, OCS, Cert.MDT, LAT, is a clinical assistant professor in the program of Physical Therapy at UW-La Crosse where he teaches orthopaedic examination and intervention courses. Reuteman has practiced orthopaedic physical therapy for 17 years and has an active clinical practice at Gundersen Lutheran Sports Medicine, serving as the Academic Coordinator of their Sports Residency Program accredited through the APTA. Reuteman is a certified athletic trainer through the National Athletic Trainers Association.
Matt Haberl, DPT, ATC-L, CSCS, is a full-time staff physical therapist at Gundersen Lutheran Sports Medicine Physical Therapy Clinic. He graduated from the UW-L Doctor of Physical Therapy Program in 2008 and recently completed his orthopedic residency with Evidence in Motion in 2010. He will complete his Evidence in Motion Fellowship Program in Manual and Manipulative Therapy with the American Academy of Orthopedic and Manual Physical Therapists in May 2012. His primary interests are providing evidence based medicine in sports medicine and manual and manipulative therapy.
