Musculoskeletal System III: Evaluation & Management–Spine

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This course will cover the examination, evaluation, and intervention for disorders of the vertebral column; including cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spines, the sacrum and the sacroiliac joints and the temporomandibular joints. Students will study the relevant anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the spine. Interventions include myofascial techniques, joint mobilization/manipulation, postural re-education, therapeutic exercises, and design of home exercise programs. Time will be spent in lecture, discussions, cases and supervised hands-on lab sessions. At the conclusion of this introductory course on spinal physical therapy, students will be able to manage the majority of patients who present with neck, back, pelvic, and TMJ/facial pain.