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Therapeutic Exercise: Shin Splints

Therapeutic Exercise: Shin Splints

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

Language English
Duration 30m
Instructor

Description

Therapeutic Exercise: Shin Splints is one installment in a series of therapeutic exercise courses for lower limb health designed to address conditions frequently encountered in a massage therapy practice.

This online massage therapy course delves into the crucial role of rehabilitation in alleviating pain and reinstating functionality for individuals with shin splints.

Learn to identify the idiopathic muscular and connective tissue presentation that characterizes shin splints, the most common form of compartment syndrome. 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 compartment syndrome basics, including anatomy, symptom picture, and common causes.
Receive detailed, step-by-step guidance on stretching exercises for the tibialis anterior and strengthening exercises for the core, tibialis posterior, and intrinsic foot muscles, specifically tailored to address dysfunction stemming from shin splints.
Develop the expertise to implement corrective exercises designed to rehabilitate shin splints.
Overview

INTRODUCTION

Shin Splints

INTRODUCTORY EXERCISES

Understanding Therapeutic Exercise
Abdominal Brace
Chin Tuck

STRETCHING EXERCISES

Kneeling Tibialis Anterior Stretch
Standing Tibialis Anterior Stretch

STRENGTHENING EXERCISES

Bird-Dog
Resisted Heel Raise
Towel Drag
Single-Leg Balance
Bird-Dog
Bird-Dog
Resisted Ankle Eversion

TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE

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

CA$19.99

Included in a Certificate Program