3303 ~ Advanced Lumbar Stabilization Applying the Burdenko Method

Advanced / Pre-Symposium Full-Day Workshop

Fort Myers, FL / Monday, June 30 – 7:30 am-4:30 pm – 8.0 credit hours equal to 8.0 CECs/.8 CEUs

Classroom: 7:30-9:30 am

Pool: 9:30 am-12:00 pm

Lunch: 12:00-1:00 pm

Classroom: 1:00-2:30 pm

Pool: 2:30-4:30 pm

Faculty: Beth Scalone, PT, DPT, OCS

Participants should have basic knowledge of aquatic principles and anatomy, however no prior experience of the Burdenko method required.

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course will introduce the basic principles of the Burdenko Method with the focus on lumbar stabilization exercises. Progression of exercise from rehabilitation to post-rehab conditioning to sport-training level will be presented. The unique combination of land and water exercises in this course will provide the attendee with the information needed to progress individuals from rehabilitation to conditioning to training. This course will present a brief review of the functional anatomy related to lumbar spine with the majority of the time spent on specific exercises.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

1) Identify primary muscles that play a role in lumbar stabilization.

2) Determine the six qualities of movement addressed in the Burdenko Method.

3) Demonstrate land and water exercises for each level including rehabilitation, conditioning and training levels.

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.