Manual Physical Therapy for the Geriatric Patient
Presented by Carleen Lindsey, PT, MScAH, GCS
This 2 day course is designed to give experienced therapists a practical approach to manual therapy interventions for the geriatric patient. The introductory lecture reviews the aging process highlighting musculoskeletal and soft tissue mechanics. Assessment approaches for tissue flexibility and trunk muscle strength will also be presented. Lab sessions and demonstrations will feature flexible curve kypholordosis measurement, myofascial and tender point releases, PNF with deep tissue mobilization, manual therapy with contract/relax, and muscle energy techniques for spinal, rib, and SIJ dysfunctions. Detailed video and slide case presentations, as well as class member examples will be utilized for specific clinical problem solving. The personal mechanical health of the individual participant will be addressed throughout the course. Patient case studies will assist the therapist in developing an overall comprehensive treatment approach by appropriately combining tissue and postural assessment, manual therapy techniques, and exercise programs. This course has been designed for the therapist to immediately apply the information in the clinical setting to geriatric patients with restrictions that can be addressed through a variety of manual therapy interventions. This is a clinically comprehensive “hands-on” workshop featuring osteopathic muscle energy techniques.
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
• Describe the aging process as it relates to musculoskeletal and soft tissue mechanics
• Apply the sequencing concept for evaluation and treatment of mechanical impairments focusing on muscle imbalance, spinal and peripheral mal-alignments, and gait dysfunction.
• Utilize the flexible curve for accurate measurement of kypholordosis
• Learn and practice osteopathic muscle energy techniques for treatment of thoracic, lumbar, rib, and SIJ torsion dysfunctions
• Combine manual therapy with contract/relax for kyphosis/forward head, protracted shoulders, limited gleno-humeral capsule flexibility
• Learn and practice manual therapy soft tissue skills highlighting
Wellness physical therapy empowers the body-owner to achieve and embrace whole body health and movement.
Carleen teaches postgraduate continuing education courses to rehabilitation therapists. For workshop or seminar bookings CLICK HERE.
Physical Wellness Information: