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Therapeutic Exercise: Cervical Strains

Therapeutic Exercise: Cervical Strains

Explore targeted exercises to decrease pain and restore function for patients with cervical strains.

 

Type Continuing Education
Category Strains, Therapeutic Exercise
Language English
Duration 1.5 h
Instructor

Description

Therapeutic Exercise: Cervical Strains is one of five in a series of therapeutic exercise courses for strains that concentrate on conditions frequently encountered in a massage therapy practice.  This online massage therapy course delves into the crucial role of rehabilitation in rectifying muscle imbalances, numbness and spasms and preserving the range of motion in individuals dealing with cervical strains.  Learn to recognize the muscular, skeletal, and tissue manifestations specific to cervical strains. Discover detailed remedial exercises tailored to this condition, aiding in the rehabilitation journey and optimizing the overall effectiveness of the treatment plan. 

Therapeutic Exercise is an essential part of a massage therapist’s role in Canada. However, in other regions—such as the United States—this may fall outside the approved scope of practice. Please check with your local licensing or regulatory body to confirm whether this topic is permitted in your area.

Gain a solid understanding of cervical strains basics, including its symptom profile such as numbness and spasms and the soft tissue imbalances that can result.
Receive detailed, step-by-step guidance for remedial exercises to increase range of motion of the neck and dynamic strengthening exercises, specifically tailored to address postural dysfunction stemming from a cervical strain.
Develop the expertise to implement corrective exercises designed to both prevent and rehabilitate cervical strains..

INTRODUCTION

Understanding Cervical Strains

INTRODUCTORY EXERCISES

Understanding Therapeutic Exercise
Abdominal Bracing
Chin Tuck

RANGE OF MOTION EXERCISES

Active Cervical ROM
Cervical CARs (Controlled Articular Rotations)
Self Cervical Traction
Precautions & Contraindications to ROM Exercises

STRETCHING EXERCISES

Scalene Stretch
Levator Scapula Stretch
Upper Fibers of Trapezius Stretch
Sternocleidomastoid Pin & Stretch
Precautions & Contraindications to Stretching Exercises

STRENGTHENING EXERCISES

Isometric Neck Exercises
Head Lifts
Cervical Multifidi Strengthening
McKenzie Neck Extension
McKenzie Neck Flexion
Single-Arm 3 Trap Raise
Precautions & Contraindications to Strengthening Exercises

TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE

Course Quiz
  • Michelle Doell, BA, RMT
  • Nicole Ellis, BSc, RMT
  • Lydia Giammartino, MMedSc, BKin, RMT
  • Julie Goldstein, MA, MPA, JD
  • Kimberly Kent, RMT
  • Angela Molinari, BPhE, RMT
  • David Nachman, BKin, MSc (Cand.)
  • Lisa Petrisor, BPhE, BScPT

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Therapeutic Exercise: Cervical Strains

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Therapeutic Exercise: Strains