Therapeutic Exercise: From Theory to Practice Course 4

Learning Objectives

1. Have a basic knowledge and understanding of the anatomy of the pelvis
2. Understand kinematics of the pelvis with gait
3. Have an understanding of pelvic and groin injuries
4. Implement a rehabilitation plan following pelvic injury utilizing proper stretching, strengthening and exercise
5. Utilize adjunct treatment interventions such as pain control modalities, bracing, and mobilizations for the pelvic and sacroiliac joint injury
6. Know the functional anatomy of the lumbar spine including spinal curvature
7. Understand normal osteokinematic and arthrokinematic motion of the lumbar spine
8. Understand and implement a rehabilitation program for lumbar spine dysfunction
9. Have a basic knowledge and understanding of cervical and thoracic spine anatomy
10. Understand normal arthrokinematics and osteokinematics of the cervical and thoracic spine
11. Understand normal biomechanics of vertebral movement in the cervical and thoracic spine
12. Know the normal ranges of motion in the cervical spine in flexion and extension
13. Recognize normal and abnormal posture
14. Have an understanding of cervical and thoracic spine disorders and injuries
15. Have an understanding of the proper utilization of exercises for the cervical and thoracic spine
16. Understand clinical prediction rules for the cervical and thoracic spine