Modern Manual Therapy for the Spine, Shoulder, and Hip

Manual therapy remains a cornerstone of rehabilitation for spinal and lumbopelvic conditions, yet many clinicians continue to rely on outdated biomechanical explanations thatno longer reflect current evidence. While hands-on techniques can reduce pain and improve movement, the mechanisms driving these outcomes are far more multi- faceted than traditional models suggest. Clinicians must move beyond tissue-specific narratives and develop a broader understanding of how manual therapy influences the nervous system and overall function. This shift is essential for effectively treating spine and hip-related dysfunction in today's evidence-driven environment.

This demo-intensive course emphasizes the clinical application of manual therapy for the spine and lumbopelvic- hip complex within a modern, evidence-informed framework. Participants will learn targeted joint mobilization techniques tohelp cervical, shoulder, thoracic, lumbar spine, and hip issues, with a strong focus on clinical reasoning and regional interdependence. Instruction will prioritize integrating manual therapy with movement-based interventions to reinforce carryover into functional activities. By the end of the course, clinicians will be equipped to confidently manage spine and hip conditions using efficient, effective strategies that align with both current evidence and real-world productivity demands.

Target Audience: Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants

Highlights

• Update your understanding of manual therapy with current evidence including spinal and lumbopelvic-hip conditions
• Improve your ability to determine when manual therapy is appropriate for spine and hip dysfunction-and when it is not
• Apply joint mobilization and manipulation techniques to the thoracic and hip for improved pain and movement outcomes
• Integrate regional interdependence principles to better connect spine and hip impairments to functional limitations
• Combine manual therapy with movement-based interventions to enhance carryover into ADLs and functional performance