The Dynamic Scapula
Presented by Rehab Connections
Description
What importance does the scapula have to your patients
with cervical spine dysfunction? How can assessing the
scapula improve your outcomes for patients with shoulder
problems?
This course will expand your knowledge of the
scapula's function, its interactions, and influence
within the upper quadrant. You will learn evaluation
techniques and interventions to optimize scapular
function that will dramatically enhance your treatment
approach.
Instruction level: Various
7.0 CE Contact Hours
Topics
- Anatomy and palpation lab of the scapula and associated structures
- Scapular kinematics
- Postural assessment related to scapula position and muscle imbalances in strength and length/flexibility
- Evaluation of scapulothoracic mobility
- Impact of the scapula on cervical dysfunction and pain
- Therapeutic interventions to optimize scapular functions
- Taping for realignment, facilitation, and inhibition
Objectives
At the completion of this course you will be able to:
- Accurately palpate and identify all scapula related structures.
- Assess scapular mobility, identify restrictions, and apply effective manual interventions.
- Provide patients with effective therapeutic exercise programs to promote correct scapular function.
Presenter
- Lynn Schmitt, PT
- Lynn has been practicing since 1991 in a variety of settings including acute care, chronic pain management, and outpatient orthopedics. She is a graduate of Indiana University School of Physicial Therapy. Her specialties include craniosacral therapy and functional orthopedics. Lynn is also an NSCA-certified personal trainer and Certified Kinesio Tape Practitioner.
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: $239
Tuition includes Kinesiotape, Cover Roll and Leukotape for use in this course.
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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