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Therapeutic Exercise: Scoliosis

Therapeutic Exercise: Scoliosis

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

Language English
Duration 1h
Instructor

Description

Therapeutic Exercise: Scoliosis is one installment in a series of therapeutic exercise courses for back and core health that concentrates 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 and preserving the range of motion in individuals dealing with scoliosis.

Learn to recognize the muscular, skeletal, and tissue manifestations specific to scoliosis. 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 scoliosis basics, including its symptom profile, postural assessment, variations in posture while sitting and standing, and the soft tissue imbalances that can result.
Receive detailed, step-by-step guidance for remedial exercises for the concave and convex sides of the curvature and dynamic strengthening exercises, specifically tailored to address postural dysfunction stemming from scoliosis.
Develop the expertise to implement corrective exercises designed to both prevent and rehabilitate scoliosis.
Overview

INTRODUCTION

Posture
Scoliosis

INTRODUCTORY EXERCISE

Understanding Therapeutic Exercise
Abdominal Bracing
Chin Tuck

CONCAVE SIDE EXERCISES

Levator Scapulae Stretch
Rhomboid Stretch
Standing Side Stretch
Erector Hunch Over Stretch

CONVEX SIDE EXERCISES

Levator Scapulae Strengthening
Scapular Retraction
Seated Row
Hip Hiking

DYNAMIC STRENGTHENING EXERCISES

Cat-Cow
Dead Bug
Superman
Bird-Dog
Scapular Push-Up

TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE

Course Quiz
  • Julie Goldstein, MA, MPA, JD
  • Kimberly Kent, RMT
  • Maria Naccarato, BSc, RMT
Purchase Course
Therapeutic Exercise: Scoliosis

CA$24.99