Aims
- To present the current literature regarding dynamic stability of the shoulder complex and explore the application to clinical assessment and treatment.
- To present the current literature regarding the pathophysiology of common shoulder conditions and describe the impact on the dynamic stabilisers.
- To demonstrate key assessment tools to explore function of the dynamic stabilisers of the shoulder as a basis for treatment planning.
- To demonstrate key treatment approaches based on the current evidence to address movement dysfunction in the shoulder complex.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand current concepts of dynamic stability of the shoulder joint.
- Understand current theories relating to the pathophysiology of common shoulder conditions and their impact on dynamic stability of the shoulder joint.
- Develop an awareness of current research regarding evidence based treatment of shoulder pathology.
- Understand key assessment and treatment tools for the successful treatment of the shoulder joint.
- Have the ability to clinically reason key treatment approaches in the management of common shoulder conditions based on movement dysfunction.
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MembershipsDay one
08.45 Registration
09.00 Setting the scene – the current state of play Theory
09.30 The Rotator Cuff & the Scapula: Partners in Crime? Theory & practical Research versus reality & assessment dilemmas: Keeping it simple!
10.30 Coffee
10.45 The Rotator Cuff & the Scapula: Partners in Crime? Essentials of treatment- where to start. Practical
12.30 Lunch
13.30 The Kinetic Chain and Dynamic Slings Theory and practical Putting the shoulder in context: It’s all about ‘normal movement’
15.00 Coffee
15.15 The Stiff Shoulder Theory and practical. Frozen, freezing or not? Differential diagnosis & Treatment options.
16.30 Finish
Day Two
09.00 What did we do yesterday? A quick recap Theory
09.15 The Irritable shoulder – where to start? Theory and practical. How does pathology help guide treatment.
10.30 Coffee
10.45 Rotator Cuff Pathology: Tips and tricks Theory and practical
Can we do better? Strength versus movement. Should exercises hurt? Increasing capacity. The whole package!
12.30 Lunch
13.30 The ACJ: Stiffness & Instability Theory and practical A special case or applying the principles?
14.30 Coffee
14.45 Getting it right from the start: Steps to Success
The power of language & communication. Enhancing exercise adherence. Real - life Case studies and putting it into practice.
16.00 Finish
