Description: Cervical Spine

Objectives: Select appropriate evaluation and treatment techniques through knowledge of patho-anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics for the most efficacious and expedient patient care outcomes. Formulate a working clinical diagnosis based on the interpretation of the clinical examination. Create effective treatment plans that incorporate accurate surface anatomy and tissue physiology of the cervical spine. Assess the kinetic chain to determine the causal or perpetuating factors contributing to the patients’ conditions. Propose clinical reasoning strategies to solve case studies with complex patients’ pathologies with dysfunctions and comorbidities Generate most effective techniques that combine soft tissue and specific articulation techniques to affect total treatment of the cervical spine. Construct affliction-specific exercises for the cervical spine, taking into consideration the psychosocial features of the patients, patients’ preferences, and the most current evidence. Select the most appropriate evaluation and treatment strategies based on the chronicity and level of sensitization of the patients’ condition.

Status: Active

Activity Difficulty Level: Advanced

Domains:

• Assessment
• Evaluation and Diagnosis
• Risk Reduction
• Wellness and Health Literacy
• Therapeutic Intervention

Dual Credentials and JA: Occupational Therapy Professionals, Physical Therapy Professionals

Cost: $0.00

CEUs: 14.5