Joint Mobilization of the Extremities
Presented by Rehab Connections
Description
This one day basic course presents a variety of manual
techniques based on joint mobility assessment tools.
Lecture, demonstration, and guided lab practice in
manual therapy techniques will allow the physical therapy
and occupational therapy professional to gain efficiency
in evaluating and treating joint restrictions in the
upper and lower extremities. This course is ideal for
anyone wanting a refresher or preferred techniques to
optimize results for their patients with extremity
injuries or dysfunction.
Instruction level: Basic
7.0 CE Contact Hours
Topics
- Fundamentals of manual therapy
- Anatomy review
- Biomechanics and arthrokinematics
- Concave vs. convex rules
- Importance of distraction and loose pack positions
- Grades of joint mobilization
- Most effective techniques for increasing ROM
- Capsular patterns of restriction
Intended audience: PTs, PTAs, OTs, OTAs
Objectives
At the completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Apply basic concepts of effective joint mobilization for the upper and lower extremities.
- Palpate key bony landmarks during examination.
- Assess the degree of joint mobility being tested.
- Perform traditional, functional, and weight bearing joint mobilization techniques as presented.
- Perform appropriate techniques with consideration of patient comfort, body mechanics, hand position, direction, and amount of force.
Location
Location
Rehab Connections
Physical Therapy
and
Education and Training Center
14901 S. Founders Crossing, Homer Glen, IL 60491
Phone: (708) 301-9933
Registration: 8:00 am - 8:30 am
Course: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Click on date to register.
Lunch is on your own
Tuition: $199
Course 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.
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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