Description

Handouts

Outline

There is a neural basis of MUSCLE TONE, TENSION and SPAS.

• Muscle spindle
• GTO reflexes
• Normal/abnormal tension patterns

There is a theory of rain and a positional release.

• Definition
• Rules

SCANNING ASSESSMENT FOR TENDER TRIGGER POINTS.

• Palpable nodules, taut bands, referred pain
• Diagnostic indicators of biomechanical dysfunction

There is a position TechnIQUE DEMONSTRATION AND LAB IS RELEASED.

• Position of comfort, pain scale and palpation
• Indications/contraindications
• Outcomes

There is a correlation between muscle energy therapy and necrolysis.

• Definition
• Principles
• Applications

MUSCLE ENERGY THERAPY FOR THE EXTREMITIES: DEMONSTRATION AND LAB.

• Extremities demonstration
• Correction of somatic dysfunction

MUSCLE ENERGY THERAPY FOR THE SPINE AND PELVIS.

• Contraction types, multi-angle stretches
• Facilitation techniques
• Spine and pelvis demonstration

There is an integration of technology into a treatment program.

• Clinical problem solving with discussion

Faculty

Theresa A. Schmidt, PT, DPT, MS, OCS, LMT, CEAS

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Dr. Theresa A. He is the President of Educise PC continuing education and physical therapy in New Hampshire. With over 30 years of experience in clinical practice and education, she integrates best evidence-based practices of manual therapy and orthopedic rehab with other approaches for outstanding peak performance. She received her PhD in Physical Therapy from the University of New England. She taught physical therapy at CUNY Queens College in NY. American Physical, Occupational, and Massage Therapy Associations, NASA Inomedic Health, and the Cleveland Clinic are some of the organizations Dr. Schmidt presented for. She is an author, a master instructor, and a clinician. You can learn more at www.Educise.com.

Speaker disclosures.

Theresa Schmidt has a private practice. She is paid by PESI, Inc.

Theresa Schmidt does not have a relevant non-financial relationship.