Fort Myers, FL /
Wednesday, July 2 – 1:40-4:00 pm – 2.0 credit hours equal to 2.0 CECs/.2 CEUs
(Pool: 1:40-2:40 pm / Classroom:
3:00-4:00 pm)
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course covers the basic principles of lumbar
stabilization, supported by evidence-based material. The link between land and
pool exercise progressions is presented with the goal of understanding how to
get the most out of the pool exercise. Verbal cues, ideal alignment and common
performance errors will be discussed.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
1) List
primary muscles involved in lumbar stabilization.
2) Distinguish
between local and global muscle function and control.
3) Choose
appropriate level land and water exercises for clients.
4) Select
equipment to facilitate or challenge pool stabilization exercise.
5) Describe
10 basic dynamic movement tests.
6) Describe
the closed chain connection and how position of one joint can influence other
joints.
7) Design
aquatic postural correction exercises based on findings of dynamic and static
postures.
8) Promote
proper alignment of pool exercises through verbal cues and demonstration.
FACULTY: Beth Scalone, PT, DPT, OCS, is a physical therapist with several years of experience in orthopedic and aquatic therapy. Since graduating from the University of Connecticut in 1991, she has belonged to the American Physical Therapy Association and has achieved certification as a clinical specialist in orthopedic physical therapy. In January 2006, she graduated from Boston University with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. Beth has taught multiple courses related to orthopedics and aquatic therapy and is a Certified Master Instructor for the Burdenko Institute, incorporating the principles into her programming.