Orthopedic Manual Therapy of the Cervical Spine

Course Description

Course Description:

This course is ideal for therapists and athletic trainers that want to enhance their manual skills to help their patients with pain in the cervical spine area. First, a hands-on treatment approach for patients with musculoskeletal disorders of the cervical spine should start with a comprehensive evaluation. When assessing a patient with pain in the cervical region, the neck, the upper back, and the entire upper dynamic chain should be reviewed.

This course covers a variety of treatment techniques and uses extensive videos for demonstration. Topics include Pain Science Education, Cupping & IASTM, cervical joint mobilizations, the BPS model, and progressive exercise therapy from isometrics to fitness and weightlifting. Get comfortable treating the upper cervical spine, the mid-cervical spine, and upper thoracic region.