Course in adv upper extremity pathology, and detailed, specific peripheral joint evaluation. Specific focus on detailed analysis of physiological and accessory movement faults. Treatment specific to manip/mob techniques coupled w/adv exercise Rx.
Date & Time
November 12-13, 2022
Saturday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (Registration begins at 7:30 am. Course starts at 8:00 am)
Sunday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location
Advanced Kinetics Physical Therapy - Falls Church, VA
Registration: $599
2nd & 3rd Yr PT Students: $349.00. Repeat Participant: $349.00
C-626 Upper Extremity
Course Overview
This course utilizes case-based instruction to illustrate shoulder girdle, elbow, wrist and hand conditions, and their advanced neurophysiological movement assessment. Coursework will focus on reason-based development of individualized examinations aimed at patient/client classification into: management of an initial diagnosis, progression to a specific neurophysiological movement examination, symptom/intervention/rule-based classification groupings, or referral to another health-care provider. Procedural interventions will include education, manual therapy techniques (including manipulation), and individualized neuromuscular rehabilitation prescription, with the goal of restoring normal function and preventing disability.
Registration Options
Course Details
This course is 2 days on-site and 7 hours online. Participants will receive an e-link to online coursework 2 weeks prior to the course and to the onsite course materials 1 week prior to the course. Please watch for these links in your email inbox.
21 CEUs
This course awards 21 CEUs in eligible states. See www.naiomt.com/ceus for details.
Refund Policy
Refunds up to 30 days before event.
Instructor
PT, DSc, MPT, OCS, ATC, FAAOMPT
Angela Gordon
Angela T. Gordon has more than 20 years of clinical experience in orthopedic and sports physical therapy. She earned her Masters of Physical Therapy from Andrews University in Dayton, Ohio 2002, and her Doctorate of Science from Andrews University in Berrin Springs, Michigan 2012. Dr. Gordon earned her orthopedic manual therapist certification through NAIOMT in 2012 and became Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist from the American Physical Therapy Association in 2014.
In April 2013 Dr. Gordon became a published author for an article in the IJSPT: Relationships between core strength, hip external rotator muscle strength, and star excursion balance test performance in female lacrosse players. Dr. Gordon’s published a book chapter “Physical Therapy considerations Following Regenerative Medicine Interventions” in September 2017 in the textbook Regenerative Treatments in Sports and Orthopedic Medicine. In February 2018, Dr. Gordon earned her fellowship status through NAIOMT and the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists.
Dr. Gordon has served as the lead physical therapist for the Washington Nationals Baseball in 2005 and from 2010-2015. She works extensively with numerous professional and semi professional athletes from Major League Baseball, PGA, Canadian Football League, and European basketball players. She also works closely with many high school and collegiate overhead throwers and female athletes.
Dr. Gordon is faculty with NAIOMT, teaching core and specialty courses in addition to being invited to speak at several annual sports medicine conferences across the country.
Dr. Gordon is the owner and creator of F. A.S.T.™ (Female Athlete Sports Training program).
In 2016 Dr. Gordon co-founded a physical therapy private practice geared towards orthopedics, sports medicine and injury prevention. Advanced Kinetics Physical Therapy and Sports Performance is a highly specialized physical therapy practice dedicated helping athletes and patients restore optimal function in the Washington DC metro area.
The North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy, Inc. (NAIOMT) is a private physical therapist-owned organization dedicated to achieving the highest standards of clinical practice for manual physical therapists.
NAIOMT specializes in a flexible teaching program, which seeks to promote the utilization of safe, effective and efficient manual physical therapy management of musculoskeletal dysfunction. It further seeks an environment that is conducive to the application of a reasoned approach to manual physical therapy through critical inquiry and the creation of new knowledge and skills based on scientific study and dissemination of that knowledge.
NAIOMT strongly supports the union of the clinician, academician and researcher to further facilitate the development of quality patient care, physical therapy education and the development of master clinicians.
WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY
I recently attended the COMT-5 Lower Extremity Manual Therapy course and it exceeded my expectations. The instructors were knowledgeable and supportive, and the course content was thorough and practical. The course has improved my manipulation and exercise skills, and I'm seeing immediate changes in my practice.
- Oliver, Seattle, WA
The COMT-1 Lumbar Spine Manual Therapy course was an excellent opportunity for me to refine my skills in differential diagnosis, manipulation, and exercise techniques. The course content was well-organized, and the instructors were engaging and supportive. I saw immediate changes in my practice, and I highly recommend this course to other physical therapists looking to improve their skills.
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- Olivia, Seattle, WA
I recently completed the COMT-4 Upper Extremity Manual Therapy course, and it was an incredible experience. The instructors were knowledgeable and supportive, and the course content was well-organized and detailed. The practical exercises were challenging but rewarding, and I'm already seeing improvements in my practice. I highly recommend this course to any physical therapist looking to enhance their skills and knowledge.
- Lucas, NYC, NY
As a physical therapist, attending the COMT-2 Cervical Spine Manual Therapy course was a game-changer. The course content was comprehensive and well-structured, and the instructors were knowledgeable and supportive. I've gained new insights into the cervical spine's anatomy, and the techniques I learned have helped me provide better care to my patients.
- Sophia, Eugene, OR
Attending the COMT-3 Thoracic Spine Manual Therapy course was a fantastic learning experience for me. The instructors were supportive and caring, and the course content was well-organized and comprehensive. I gained new skills in differential diagnosis and exercise techniques that have helped me provide better care to my patients. This course is a must for physical therapists looking to improve their skills.
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