Sunday 18th April 2010 - HILTON HOTEL, WARWICK, CV34 6RE
BREATHING EVALUATION AND RETRAINING AS AN ADJUNCT TO MANUAL THERAPY-LAURIE MCLAUGHLIN
DESCRIPTION
Respiration is fundamental to healthy physiology, psychology and musculoskeletal function. However, few practitioners know about respiratory chemistry and how it regulates our physiology and ability to perform both physically and cognitively. Abnormal respiratory chemistry is common yet its presence is often unrecognized. Over breathing is the most common cause of deregulated chemistry and results in CO2 deficiency or hypocapnia. Hypocapnia can cause a variety of physiological changes which can make recovery very difficult. The presence of hypocapnia can be determined using capnography. Often once the chemistry and mechanics of breathing are re-established, patients with orthopaedic presentations (back pain, neck pain, repetitive strain etc.) that have been resistant to change become more responsive to manual therapy and exercise. Even patients with symptoms normally classified as central sensitization have been shown to improve. Since all body systems can be affected physiotherapists working in any area may find applicability in their caseload. This course will discuss the relevance of breathing evaluation in physiotherapy as well as the supporting evidence. Case examples and self evaluation will be used to apply the information.
OBJECTIVES
At the completion of this course, participants will have an understanding of the chemistry of respiration and its link to breathing behaviour. Participants will learn methods of evaluating chemistry and mechanics, techniques to restore optimal respiration including manual therapy, and practical concepts to teach their clients and colleagues. The importance of breathing mechanics in the regulation of chemistry will be demonstrated, including breathing rhythmicity (e.g., gasping, breath holding), breathing resistance (nose vs. mouth), breaths per minute, breathing depth, locus of breathing (diaphragm, chest), and collateral muscle activity (shoulders).
Seminar Cost: £
190.00
1st Year Grads/ Lecturers: £
150.00
Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th December 2010 - HILTON WARWICK HOTEL, JUNCTION 15 M40, CV34 6RE
ORTHOPAEDIC AND NEUROLOGICAL CONDITIONS OF THE LOWER LIMB - DR ALLAN TERRETT
Details to follow
Seminar Cost: £
260.00
1st Year Grads/ Lecturers: £
210.00