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Assessment and Treatment of Mild Traumatic Brain Injuries (Concussion) and Neuromengial Mobilizations of the Upper Quadrant, with Anne Hartley, BPHE, CAT(C), D.O.M.P., D.Sc.O. (CA)

Date: May 24 to 26, 2024

Assessment and Treatment of Mild Traumatic Brain Injuries (Concussion) (2 days)

A dynamic hands-on manual course designed for the osteopath who wants to learn new manual skills to assess and treat mild traumatic brain injuries (concussions) and their associated spinal pathology. The anatomy and physiology of concussions and the related dysfunctions will be reviewed. In partners, therapists will have an opportunity to test and practice specific manual and active treatment techniques for each type of concussion. The course will include activities for the patient to return to an active lifestyle and sport

The participants will gain knowledge and practical skills to:

• Assess and treat impairments associated with brain injuries that relate to cranial nerves and spinal dysfunctions.
• Practice manual techniques to regain accessory movements, stretch shortened muscle tissue, release fascia, and correct the mobility of the cervical and thoracic spine.
• Assess and treat dysfunction of the cranial nerves.
• Assess cranial dysfunctions and develop manual treatment techniques.
• Evaluate the vestibular system and implement treatment methods.
• Assess the visual disturbances and come up with a treatment approach for the patient.
• Work with the autonomic nervous system to regain normal homeostasis in the cardiovascular system.
• Educate the patient on exercises and changes to lifestyle to facilitate a return to an active lifestyle.

Neuromengial Mobilizations of the Upper Quadrant (1 day)

A dynamic hands-on manual course designed for the osteopath who wants to learn new manual skills to treat neural restrictions of the upper quadrant. This will include Butler’s flossing techniques for the upper limb (ULTT) including the ulnar, radial, and median nerves. Assessment and treatment of the neural pathology will be reviewed. Mobilization of other nerves of the limb will also be demonstrated and taught. The techniques will be practiced by partners. Case studies will also be included.

The participants will gain knowledge and practical skills to

• Review the anatomy and pathology of neural structures of the upper quadrant.
• Test for tension in the nerves of the upper quadrant right from the cervical spine and brachial plexus to the hand. This will include specific testing of the medial, ulnar, and radial nerves.
• Develop manual treatment strategies for each of the nerves.
• Design home and self-treatment exercises for the patient.

Course schedules: From 9.00 am to 6.00 pm

Location: 101-1150 Station St. Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, V6A 4C7

Prerequisites: D.O., D.O.M.P., 4th-year students and up

To register : https://osteocontinuingeducation.com/Registration/

For more information : [email protected]