Course Description
Postural and Movement Deficiencies in the Neck and Scapular Region – Sue DuPont
With more people using computers and cell phones than ever before, neck and shoulder pain are on the rise. Ā Assessing movement-related impairments in these patients/clients is an essential skill in managing musculoskeletal pain. Ā This session will explore postural control mechanisms, myofascial imbalances and how they contribute to pain syndromes. Ā Tools for identifying and treating these dysfunctions will also be discussed.
- Identify the types of movement & postural related impairments that exist in neck & shoulder patients
- Describe at least 3 methods for assessing/measuring movement & postural-related impairments in neck & shoulder patients
- Demonstrate at least 3 evidence-based exercises to treat movement impairments in neck & shoulder patients
Intro: Describe Typical Posture of Neck and Shoulder Patient
- Why do movement impairments occur?
- What impairments exist?
Methods for Measuring Movement and Postural Impairments
- Neck Positioning Sense
- Motor Control Adaptations (APAs)
- Scapula Dyskinesis
Exercises for Postural & Movement Impairments in Neck and Shoulder Patients
- Neck repositioning exercises
- Deep Neck Flexor exercises
- Scapular rebalancing
- Scapular Strengthening
- Kinetic Chain motor reprogramming
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