Today we welcome physical therapist Joshua K. Renzi, PT, MPT, COMT, FAAOMPT and co-owner of Spine & Sports Rehabilitation to our PT Profile series. Josh is a Member, American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists (AAOMPT). He focuses his clinical practice on osteopathic manual therapy and differential diagnosis and incorporates neuromuscular re-education as… Continue reading PT Profile: Josh Renzi
Category: Courses
Protecting Your Thumb While Performing Manual Therapy Techniques
The carpometacarpal joint of the thumb is essential for our work as manual therapists. In the video below, NAIOMT faculty Ann Porter Hoke, PT, DPT, OCS, FCAMPT, FAAOMPT addresses how we can help protect our thumb while conducting techniques. For a deeper look into the hand and much more, join us for one of our upcoming Upper… Continue reading Protecting Your Thumb While Performing Manual Therapy Techniques
Shoulder Stacking Video Demonstration
In this manual therapy continuing education video, NAIOMT’s Terry Pratt, MS, PT, COMT, FAAOMPT demonstrates Shoulder Stacking. Get an up-close and personal look at other valuable techniques useful in the clinic at our Shoulder-Elbow-Wrist-Hand course May 30-31 in Portland, OR, and browse Terry’s upcoming courses below! June 2015 C-616 Cervical Spine (Boston, MA) +7 hrs. Online Register June… Continue reading Shoulder Stacking Video Demonstration
Manipulation of the Distal Radio Ulnar Joint (Video)
A wise physical therapist recently said: She’s got a point. As PTs, our hands–and those of our patients–are an integral tool, a huge part of everyday living. We may be stating the obvious here, but at the end of the day, that’s why we designed our Shoulder-Elbow-Wrist-Hand course, and offer it in regions across the country (Portland, Oregon on May 30, Berrien… Continue reading Manipulation of the Distal Radio Ulnar Joint (Video)
Shoulder Muscle Energy Technique
In the manual therapy video below, NAIOMT faculty member Michael Lucido, PT, DPT, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT, demonstrates a muscle energy technique for the shoulder. Leave any questions you may have below, and browse the manual therapy continuing education courses coming up in your region!
Abstract of The Week: Efficacy & Safety of Meriva®
Have you read the below study on Meriva®? While medication use does not directly fall under the scope of a physical therapist’s practice, it’s important to remember, we often have patients asking us about certain drugs or homeopathic remedies they should or could be taking. Due to the side effects of NSAIDS many patients are… Continue reading Abstract of The Week: Efficacy & Safety of Meriva®
Positive Fixation of Superior TibFib Abnormal in Non Weight Bearing
In the video below, NAIOMT instructor Terry Pratt, MS, PT, COMT demonstrates Positive Fixation of Superior TibFib Abnormal in Non Weight Bearing. You can see Terry’s related Standing Weight Bearing Assessment of Superior Tib-fib Joint – Normal and Abnormal Video here. For more manual therapy continuing education join Stacy Soappman in Berrien Springs, MI for Lower… Continue reading Positive Fixation of Superior TibFib Abnormal in Non Weight Bearing
Why We Do What We Do
Meet NAIOMT instructor Ann Porter Hoke PT, DPT, OCS, FCAMPT, FAAOMPT. She teaches a wide range of continuing education manual therapy courses including Cervical Spine, Thoracic Spine and Lumbopelvic Spine. Following a recent Thoracic Spine course, one physical therapist in attendance had this to say about her experience in the class: We wanted to share this feedback because… Continue reading Why We Do What We Do
Efficient Shoulder Girdle Examination
In the NAIOMT video below, faculty member Bill Temes, PT, MS, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT demonstrates an efficient shoulder girdle examination sequence that allows you to keep your patient in one position. Let us know if you have any questions! And if you’re into manual therapy continuing education, want to take your skills to the next level, join… Continue reading Efficient Shoulder Girdle Examination
Examining the Cervical Spine
Have you ever had a cervical patient complain of “dizziness that takes their breath away” and you wondered what in the world you are going to do with them? Do you know that the patient’s headache is coming from their neck but you do not know why? Have you taken the level I cervical course… Continue reading Examining the Cervical Spine
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