BackHab II
– Progressions for Orthopedic and Chronic Conditions
Course
#992005C
The BackHab II program
focuses on relearning functional movement patterns with carryover to activities
of daily living. Progressions are
included to further challenge qualities such as balance, coordination,
endurance, trunk stability and gait.
Alignment with neutral spine is re-evaluated with every change in
exercise. Precautions and modifications
are included.
The program has proven to be
ideal for clients with chronic pain, with shoulder, hip, knee, ankle and back
disorders, and with chronic conditions such as fibromyalgia, MS, arthritis,
asthma, obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, and older adults and those
recovering from strokes. BackHab can be
used in one-on-one rehab and personal training, in groups, and the client can
use it independently for post-rehab conditioning.
We have a lot of techniques
that can be used for specific diagnoses but they are geared toward specific outcomes
and sometimes narrow in scope. The
BackHab II program is an integrated program that will accommodate a variety of
diagnoses and offer true functionality for clients.
Differentiate between
progressions for balance, coordination, endurance, muscular strength, etc
Compare goals for each
exercise
Analyze and practice stride
length, width, swing and roll
Experience continuous,
graded resistance
Evaluate alignment and
neutral spine with every transition
Assess patient/client with
exercise-specific considerations
Expand therapeutic tools to
integrate muscular endurance and strength, balance, coordination, trunk
stability, and gait training
Awareness of alignment with
varied strides
Experiment with balance
challenges
Consider the concepts of
integration
Follow logical progressions
Watch video – 1 ½ hours
Take laminate and cassette
to pool to try program – 1 hour
Take exam – ½ hour