DESCRIPTION: This lab intensive course examines and applies a global comprehensive biomechanical musculoskeletal assessment of the axial spine utilized by the physical therapist in the clinical setting. The participant will recognize spinal thrust indications and contraindications, a differential diagnosis of spinal pathology that is appropriate for manipulations, along with adaptations of techniques as needed to be successful with the techniques.

Course Number: PTH 893

Credits / CEU's: 3 credits / 4.2 CEU’s

Format: Part A: 1 days online (7 hours) with 1 assessments + 2 days onsite (21 hours)
Part B: 1 days online (7 hours) with 1 assessments + 2 days onsite (21 hours)

Accelerated Format Option: Andrews University: 6 back-to-back days onsite