The Versatile Scapular System
Presented by Rehab Connections
Description
This one-day course explores the complexity and versatility of the scapula and its relationship to the shoulder, spine, and ribs. This practical course engages the participant to consider the variety of mechanical scapular contributions and the impact on stability, mobility, strength, and power of the upper extremity. Scapular dysfunction has been associated with a variety of shoulder conditions including bursitis, rotator cuff tears (traumatic & degenerative), GIRD, labral tears, and rotator cuff weakness. Similarly, underlying impairments of the thoracic spine, ribs, and the neurological system leading to scapular dysfunction will also be explored. A brief lecture and extensive lab will provide a variety of assessment & treatment strategies designed to uncover and resolve mechanical impairments of this complex system giving clinicians a more thorough approach.
Instruction level: Various
CE contact hours 8.0 (IL) *** Duration: 7.0 hours
Intended audience: PTs, PTAs, OTs, OTAs, ATs
Topics
- Integration concept with emphasis on the impact each part has on the system as a whole.
- Mechanical principles relating to the spine, ribs, scapula and the impact on glenohumeral and upper extremity function
- Neuromuscular system involvement to specific scapular dysfunctions
- Scapular dyskinesis concepts and associations with common shoulder dysfunctions
- Examination highlights for an efficient evaluation including functional and neuromuscular assessments, scapular position, joint and soft tissue mobility including thoracic, ribs, scapula, and glenohumeral joint
- Effective evidence-based treatment strategies including joint and soft tissue mobilization, mechanical- and tissue-specific exercises, facilitation techniques, select taping techniques, and advanced integrated strengthening exercises
Agenda
IMPORTANT! 2-3 days prior to the CE event,
you will receive your CE materials and Zoom registration link by email. This gives you the
opportunity to preview, download or print, save, and refer back to the
information at any time. If you do not receive your CE material
please contact us before the day of the course or workshop.
Presenter
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Brian Trembly, PT, DPT
Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy
Manual Therapy Certified -
Brian Trembly has developed and taught a variety of continuing
education courses for nearly 15 years. He graduated in 1999 with a
master’s in physical therapy from Grand Valley State University in
Michigan and earned a transitional doctorate in physical therapy in 2009
from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. Brian is
recognized as a board-certified clinical specialist in orthopaedic
physical therapy by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties
(ABPTS). He also holds certifications in manual therapy by the
University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences and soft tissue manual
tool level 1 by Medical Minds in Motion. Brian currently works in
private practice treating a variety of orthopaedic and sports
conditions with an emphasis in manual therapy.
Location
This workshop is conducted virtually using Zoom.
Registration: 8:00 am - 8:30 am
Course: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Click on date to register.
Tuition - $199
Seating is limited. Please register
early!
Rehab Connections reserves the right to modify the content
and the scheduled speakers when circumstances are beyond
our control.
Rehab Connections is an approved continuing education
sponsor through the State of Illinois; PT License No: 216-000101
Cancellations:
Registration fee, less a $50 administration fee per
session, is refunded if notice of cancellation is received
more than 10 days in advance of the CE event. Cancellations made less than 10 days in advance
of the CE event date forfeit the entire tuition fee. Tuition can be transferred to another
individual or another CE event, one time only. No transfer, refund or credit will be given for
cancellation 3 days or less before the CE event, or when handouts or other CE event materials are available electronically,
including but not limited to emailed or downloadable pdf documents.
All unapplied transfers and credits
will expire September 26, 2026.
Rehab Connections reserves the right to cancel the CE event
up to one week prior to the CE event. Rehab Connections will
not be responsible for any charges incurred by the
registrant due to the cancellation of the CE event, other
than the CE event tuition.
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