Kinetic Testing of the SI Joint: Prone Kinetic Test

In the manual therapy video below, NAIOMT Faculty Stacy Soappman shows us kinetic tests of the SI joint, in this case, a prone kinetic test. For more expert guidance on Lumbopelvic Spine, Lower Extremity, Advanced Upper Quadrant Integration, Cervical Spine, Spinal Manipulation and more, browse these manual therapy courses coming up across the country.

Increasing Movement in the Lumbar Spine of Older Patients

In the manual therapy video below, NAIOMT faculty Member Kathy Stupansky, PT, DSc, OCS, FAAOMPT demonstrates her technique for increasing movement in the lumbar spine in older patient populations. For more guidance and expertise, browse the upcoming manual therapy courses offered all across the country.

Lower Quadrant Scanning Exam Review

Just a quick heads-up, tomorrow Sunday January 31st at 11:30EST / 8:30 PST, our Lumbopelvic Spine I course in Seattle will be streaming live on Periscope where NAIOMT CEO Brett Windsor will be conducting a lower quadrant scanning exam review. Hope you’re able to join and please feel free to share with fellow PTs or students you think may be… Continue reading Lower Quadrant Scanning Exam Review

A Case Study: Neurological Pathology And Orthopedic Dysfunction

In the video below, NAIOMT Faculty Stacy Soappman takes us through a case that demonstrates the value of the lumbopelvic scan and strong clinical reasoning skills. To enhance your approach, consider an upper level course coming up in the following cities: February 11-12: Advanced Clinical Reasoning (Portland, OR) February 25-26: Dry Needling Lower Quadrant (Huntsville,… Continue reading A Case Study: Neurological Pathology And Orthopedic Dysfunction

Live Review of the Lumbar Scan Online

NAIOMT’s in New York City this weekend teaching a Lumbopelvic Spine II-Hip con ed course. To kick things off, Stacy Soappman, PT, DSc, COMT, FAAOMPT will be doing a brief review of the lumbar scan, and we invite you to watch that portion of the course live online tomorrow Sunday December 6 at 8:30 am EST.  Tune in to NAIOMT’s Periscope channel here.

How to Effectively Palpate the Lumbar Spine (VIDEO)

In the manual therapy video below, NAIOMT faculty member Bill Temes, PT, MS, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT demonstrates how to effectively palpate the lumbar spine. Get more manual therapy expertise in person with Bill at his Advanced Upper Quadrant Integration course in New York, NY August 26-27.

Inside The Yoga Spine

The spine is a powerful and central part of our skeleton. As we know it, the spine consists of bony components that provide a solid, protective mechanism for important neurological structures that both travel within the spine and exit out of it segmentally. The spine also provides mobility due to the discs allowing flexibility between… Continue reading Inside The Yoga Spine

3 Key Concepts to Embrace After 30

By the age of 26 I had been fighting some type of back pain for years. It had become a normal way of life. I still was able to do most of anything I wanted to until “The Day.” While replacing our garage door, I went to lift the old door when it happened, a… Continue reading 3 Key Concepts to Embrace After 30

Why Lumbopelvic Spine Matters for PTs

Why is it you should join Terry Pratt, MS, PT, COMT, FAAOMPT in Boston October 17-18 for his Lumbopelvic Spine I course? Find out in the screen cast video below! Not in New England? The North American Institute of Orthopaedic Manual Therapy provides valuable PT courses for all levels all across the country. Find one near you here.

Manual Therapy Video: CT Junction Manipulation – Alternative Technique

In the manual therapy video below, NAIOMT distinguished faculty member Ann Porter Hoke, PT, DPT, OCS, FCAMPT, FAAOMPT demonstrates an alternative technique for a cervical thoracic manipulation. Any questions? Join us this Friday and Saturday for Lumbopelvic Spine II in Dallas at Texas Women’s University, or browse other upcoming manual therapy course in your region.