The Stiff Shoulder
A Manual Therapy Approach

Presented by Rehab Connections

7.0 CE Contact Hours

Topics

• Assessment and treatment of thoracic ring dysfunction
• Assessment of scapular mobility, stability, neuromuscular control, and functional techniques
• AC/SC/Scapular interaction and biomechanical dysfunction
• Glenohumeral restrictions — what the restrictions are and how to alleviate them for return of function
• A compilation of manual therapy techniques to include:
• • STM/MFR
  • Mobilization with movement
  • Kinetic mobilization
  • Neuromuscular re-education
  • Progressive joint mobilization

Intended audience: PTs, PTAs, OTs, OTAs

Objectives

At the completion of this course, you will be able to:

1. Identify impairments related to biomechanics and physiological restrictions.
2. Apply manual therapy techniques as presented to specific shoulder girdle dysfunctions.
3. Combine a variety of techniques for an efficient blend of effective skills.

Presenters

Patrick Chapman, PT, OCS, ATC

Patrick earned his graduate degree in Sports Medicine and BS in Physical Therapy from University of Illinois- Chicago in 1991. He is presently in private practice with clinics in both Naperville and Aurora. He actively lectures at area physical therapy programs, U of I in Champaign/Urbana, and CE courses. His training ranges from NAIOMT, Michigan State Osteopathic program in PT, IPA, McConnell, Butler, Elvey, and influence from countless other approaches over his years of practice.

John Christiansen, PT, OCS, ATC

John received his Master’s in Physical Therapy from Des Moines University in 1990. He was recognized as a clinical specialist in orthopedic physical therapy in 2004. He has extensive teaching experience at the collegiate level as well as continuing education for physical therapists. He has worked with all levels of athletes from professional and Olympic to high school and recreational. He currently is an owner of an outpatient clinic specializing in manual orthopedic therapy.

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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

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Tuition: $239
Tuition includes a DVD of all techniques presented

Lunch is on your own

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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