Therapeutic Exercise: Scoliosis

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 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.

Course Outline

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

Outcomes & Objectives

Learning outcomes are high-level results that can be achieved by taking the course.

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.