This introductory lecture and lab course is designed to teach the physical therapist assessment and treatment techniques for patients with curvature of the spine. As a result of participation, therapists will gain a greater understanding of scoliosis as a 3 dimensional asymmetry with attention given to effects of scoliosis on the sagittal, frontal and transverse plane. Information will be offered related to factors leading to curve progression, spinal precautions, safe performance of activities of daily living, radiograph review, and scoliotic curve pattern identification with specific, basic treatment techniques. In addition, advising patients in brace necessity, selection and wear with precautions surrounding various types of bracing will be covered…. Continue Reading →
Scoliosis and the Importance of Early Intervention
If you are reading this, there’s a good chance you or your child has scoliosis. I’m going to guess you have a pretty good sense of what scoliosis is. The most frustrating part for you might be trying to figure out what to do about it. Your MD may have said, “Come back in 4-6… Continue Reading →
Tai Chi Best Exercise for Balance
“Slow, deliberate movements (as with Tai Chi) improve your stability and protect against falls.” We are so glad to be able to support our balance and vestibular training programs with Tai Chi classes: one of the best forms of exercise to support balance problems. Check out our Tai Chi Class schedule and formal balance and… Continue Reading →
Postural Restoration for Children
At the last Capitol District Physical Therapy Association meeting, my colleague, Lisa Mangino, PT, DPT, PCS, C/NDT, PRC, offered a terrific presentation on how she uses principles of Postural Restoration with children. Lisa reminded participants that the human body is inherently asymmetrical and is biased toward patterns of extension. Sensory awareness of posture, the ground,… Continue Reading →
Pilates: Postural Restoration Style
Schroth based Scoliosis Treatment in the Physical Therapy World
On 3/19/15, Jean Masse, PT, DPT, PRC, OCS, ATC, was invited to speak to the UNC Physical Therapy Class of 2017 about scoliosis. Jean gave an eloquent and enlightening presentation to these students, inviting them to explore rehabilitation techniques utilized in Europe for nearly 100 years, but only recognized in the US beginning in 2008…. Continue Reading →
Pilates as Effective Treatment for Chronic Low Back Pain
For the second time this week a patient made a point to tell me how much Pilates (Postural Restoration Style) has helped them with their chronic back pain. They both relate a story of trying a Pilates class offered at their local gym, after taking a few classes with Beth Elder at Advance Physical Therapy,… Continue Reading →
Chi Walking at Advance Physical Therapy: January 2015
The dates & the times for the January ChiWalking workshop are: Dates: Saturdays (January 10 & 24) Time: 1:30–3:00 Let me know if you would like to attend this workshop. See below for more workshop details. Happy Holidays, Beth Walk effortlessly and injury-free by learning how to walk biomechanically. ChiWalking is the most exciting… Continue Reading →
ChiRunning Workshop at Advance Physical Therapy
Do you want to run as you were born to run – injury-free and effortlessly? ChiRunning is the most exciting running instruction available. Runners get injured because of being tense, running upright, and leading with their legs. ChiRunning accomplishes injury prevention and energy efficiency by teaching you how to run aligned, relax your body,… Continue Reading →
New ChiWalking Workshop in November
November ChiWalking workshop dates & times are: Dates: Saturdays (Nov. 8 & 15) Time: 1:30–3:00 Walk effortlessly and injury-free by learning how to walk biomechanically. ChiWalking is the most exciting walking instruction available. Walkers get injured because of being tense, walking upright, and leading with their legs. ChiWalking has you moving from your core muscles, while relaxing the… Continue Reading →
