MWM for the Lower Quarter: Denver, CO 499$

Spinal and Peripheral Manual Therapy Treatment Techniques For Lower Quarter

This two-day course will present the Mulligan approach to manual therapy for the lumbar spine and sacroiliac joint as well as for the lower extremity. It will include lecture, patient demonstrations, and lab time to give the participants a thorough and in depth coverage of the Mobilization With Movement™ approach for the lower quarter. This unique approach to manual therapy was discovered and developed by Brian Mulligan F.N.Z.S.P. (Hon), Dip. M.T. from Wellington, New Zealand. This simple yet effective manual approach addresses musculoskeletal disorders with pain free manual joint “repositioning” techniques for restoration of function and abolition of pain.

Learning Objectives

By the end of the course the participant will be able to accurately:

• List 3 key components of Mobilization With Movement™ for the treatment of lower quarter.
• Demonstrate 3 ankle MWM techniques for ankle ROM impairment.
• Demonstrate 2 knee MWM techniques for ROM impairment.
• Demonstrate 3 hip MWM techniques for ROM impairment.
• List 2 indications for ankle and knee taping procedures to reinforce MWM techniques.
• Demonstrate 3 key variables that may need to be modified for pain-free effective MWM of the lower extremity, SI jt and lumbar spine.
• Demonstrate 3 manual techniques for the alleviation straight leg raise pain.
• Demonstrate 2 manual techniques for the alleviation of SI jt pain.
• Demonstrate central and unilateral manual SNAG techniques for the pain-free improvement of lumbar ROM.
• Cite at least 2 RCT studies that support ankle sprain MWM and taping.
• Cite at least 1 RCT studies that support the MWM approach to dorsiflexion loss of the ankle.
• integrate a combined proximal fibula AP MWM WITH a distal fibula AP MWM technique while the patient performs a squatting activity pain-free.

Outline

Two Day Course 8:00AM – 4:00PM both days (13 hours)(BOC ATC CEU Provider P3566)

Instruction in the MWM concept with lecture, demonstration and lab practice

DAY 1:

• 8:00-9:00 Introduction, Case reports, theory and pre test
• 9:00-10:00 Toes/Feet demo & lab: 1st MCP, metatarsals, tarsals, plantar fasciitis & taping techniques
• 10:00-10:15 Morning Break
• 10:15-10:30 Ankle Lecture: literature evidence for eval and rx of ankle sprain and dorsiflexion
• 10:30-12:00 Ankle demo & lab practice: talocrural, distal tib/fib jt, DF, PF, ankle sprains & taping
• 12:00-1:00 Lunch
• 1:00-2:30 Knee demo & lab: Belt & IR MWMs, Squeeze tech for meniscus, proximal tib/fib, & taping
• 2:30-2:45 Afternoon Break
• 2:45-4:00 Hip demonstration and lab practice: flexion, extension, rotation non-weight bearing techniques

Day 2:

• 8:00-9:00 Hip demonstration and lab practice: weight bearing techniques
• 9:00-10:00 Lumbar demo & lab practice: SNAGs for flexion, extension, side bending & rotation.
• 10:00-10:15 Morning Break
• 10:15-12:00 Lumbar demo & lab practice: self SNAGs, SLR techs, SNAGS with SLR, HEP
• 12:00-1:00 Lunch
• 1:00-2:30 SI jt demo & lab practice: ilium & sacral techniques, wt bearing / non wt bearing, taping & HEP.
• 2:30-2:45 Afternoon Break
• 2:45-3:30 Thoracic demo & lab practice: SNAGs for rotation, flexion, SB, ext, belt traction, HEP
• 3:30-4:00 Practical Review session. Post course test.

Wear loose, comfortable lab clothes. Bring mobilization belts, mobilization pads, if available.

Required Reading for mastery

PARTICIPANT RESPONSIBILITIES: attendees may wish to obtain the following recommended texts & accessories:

• Manual Therapy, “NAGS”, “SNAGS”, “MWMS”, etc., 6^th Brian Mulligan, 2010.
• The Mulligan Concept ® of Manual Therapy: Textbook of Techniques by Hing, Hall, Rivett, Vicenzino & Mulligan, 2015.
• Mobilisation with Movement ®: The art and science by Vicenzino, Hing, Rivett and Hall, 2011.

Books can be obtained from: OPTP.com or Amazon

• Mobilization Belts and Mobilization pads: https://www.motionguidance.com/collections/mg-accessories/products/motion-guidance-contact-pads At least one belt and pad for every two participants would be of value

• The Mulligan Concept ® Appis also available as a resource for those interested in another tool to learn and practice these techniques. It is available at: https://www.mulliganconceptapp.com

CANCELLATION POLICIES:

Individual Participant Cancellation Policy:All cancellations must be submitted with written notice and received 14 days prior to the course date. Refunds, minus an administrative fee of $50.00, are provided if cancellation is received in this timeframe. No refunds will be issued if notice is received less than 14 days before the course. If written notice is provided at any time prior to the start of the course, or within 1 week after, full course tuition may be transferred to another Mulligan Concept ® course within 1 year without the administrative fee. Mulligan Concept ® Teacher’s Association (MCTA) Right to cancel: The MCTA and its teachers reserve the right to cancel any course prior to the course date due to insufficient enrollment or unforeseen circumstances. In the unlikely event that this should occur, individual tuition fees will be returned in full (though life can be unpredictable, we will do everything in our power to avoid such a cancellation < 28 days before the course). However, the NA-MCTA and its teachers will not be held responsible for airline tickets, hotel reservations, or any other travel or personal expenses incurred by the registrant. The NA-MCTA will make every attempt to contact you as soon as possible in the event a course must be canceled. Please consider this policy before making your travel arrangements.

Host Cancellation Policy:In the event that the host facility must cancel, 4 weeks notice must be given in writing to the course instructor. This will allow sufficient time to notify all registered participants.

Eric M. Dinkins  – PT, MSPT, OCS, Cert. MT, MCTA, CMP, CCI

Eric is a graduate from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center and has been practicing since 2001. He has earned post-graduate certifications in Manipulative Therapy and is a Certified Mulligan Practitioner with the Mulligan Concept ™ of manual therapy. In 2014 he earned his Board Certification as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist through the American Physical Therapy Association. Eric is also proud to be part of the teaching faculty for Select Medical Corporation, Northeast seminars, and Motion Guidance LLC.

Eric has an extensive sports medicine background, has worked closely with physicians from the Steadman-Hawkins Clinic in Denver, and has treated athletes from youth, to Olympic, and professional levels. He is a published author and was a key-note speaker at the International Mulligan Conference in 2009. Other clinical interests include treatments for Restless Legs Syndrome and utilizing the Motion Guidance system to improve visual feedback in rehabilitation. When not practicing, Eric enjoys spending time with his family, mountain biking, and playing guitar.

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Student Reviews & Testimonials

“Eric was absolutely excellent…. energetic, funny, hilarious, clear, easy to follow, great techniques… a great balance of informative, knowledgeable and fun. Really great guy who clearly loves what he does because he’s so good at it”.

“Honestly, most enjoyable con-ed I’ve attended to date….very clear, helpful, dynamic, thorough and funny….. maintained the interest in the class. Did not let it get boring”.

“Proved the technique was effective practically and by supporting it with evidence and research articles…. very relevant and gave many clinical pearls”.

“Well versed in the subject material….One of the best courses I’ve taken. I became a better clinician and look forward to using the new material in practice. Thank you!”

Instructors

Eric Dinkins PT, MSPT, OCS, MCTA, CMP, Cert. MT

MCTA: CMP Committee Chairman  

Eric is a graduate from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center and has been practicing since 2001. He has earned post-graduate certifications in Manipulative Therapy and is a Certified Mulligan Practitioner with the Mulligan Concept ® of manual therapy. He earned his Board Certification as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist through the American Physical Therapy Association.

Eric has an extensive sports medicine background, has worked closely with physicians from the Steadman-Hawkins Clinic in Denver, and has treated athletes from youth, to Olympic, and professional levels. He is a published author and was a key-note speaker at the International Mulligan Conference in 2009. Other clinical interests include treatments for Restless Legs Syndrome and utilizing the Motion Guidance system to improve visual feedback in rehabilitation. When not practicing, Eric enjoys spending time with his family, mountain biking, and playing guitar.

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