2601 – Applied Manual Techniques I: Focus on the Trunk and Spine
Intermediate / Pool
Workshop
(Classroom: 8:00-10:10 am /
Pool:10:10-11:30 am)
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Learn the applications of a variety of manual techniques as
applied to trunk and spine rehabilitation: Bad Ragaz, Halliwick, Watsu®,
Myofascial Release, Craniosacral, etc. Develop a sequence of spine-specific
positions and exercises to assist your clients in achieving their goals in
functional movement.
COURSE
OBJECTIVES:
1) Demonstrate
the foot work and body mechanics of manual aquatic therapy.
2) Explore
transitions from vertical to horizontal to vertical with appropriate body mechanics
and consideration for the physical and psychological needs of the client with
special awareness of spinal stability and support.
3) Determine
guidelines for the appropriate application of aquatic therapy techniques.
4) Develop
a series of trunk and spine specific functional exercises incorporated into
manual techniques.
FACULTY: Ruth
Meyer, MEd, RKT, ATRIC, has offered aquatic therapy and kinesiotherapy services for over
20 years. She has been an Arthritis
Foundation Instructor trainer for AFYAP and PACE for 11 years, a
kinesiotherapist for 26 years and is also an Arthritis Foundation Self-Help
Course Leader. She continues to expand her practice to include Bad Ragaz,
Halliwick, Watsu®, the Burdenko Method, craniosacral and myofascial release.