For today’s PT Profile, we welcome Steve Goldrick. Steve graduated magna cum laude in 2008 and was also a Presidential Scholar with a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science Pre-Physical Therapy from Western Washington University. He worked as a personal trainer throughout college as well as a PT aide and became a Certified Strength and… Continue reading PT Profile: Steve Goldrick
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
Direction Specific Glide Assessment of Z and U Joint Dysfunction Lower Cervical Spine
In the video below, NAIOMT Faculty Kathy Berglund, PT, DSc, ATC, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT provides an anatomy review of the Z and U joints of the lower cervical spine. You can see Part 2 for IMPs and SALs here, and browse our upcoming manual therapy courses here. Any questions?
It’s All About Passion
I recently went to a lecture at my local library about gardening and how to grow flowers/vegetables in our dry climate. About five minutes into the lecture/discussion I realized that I was in way over my head. These women discussed gardening with the same passion that I discuss the biomechanics of the subtalor joint. I… Continue reading It’s All About Passion
Addressing Lower Extremities
It is often thought that lower extremity problems are just that…localized lower extremity problems. Well, usually they aren’t. Most lower extremity problems, whether traumatic, or insidious onset, are stress reactions of some sort. Tissues are able to adapt to increased stress for a time, but eventually they begin to break down, and they break down… Continue reading Addressing Lower Extremities
The Evidence is Clear On This One
Let’s face it. The evidence is everywhere we turn: Physical therapists (and PT students!) have incredible drive, work ethic and dedication to what they do and to the people they guide toward movement. Most of us soak up everything from the latest research to the most time-tested techniques. We consume anything that’ll make us better, more effective PTs, and ultimately master… Continue reading The Evidence is Clear On This One
Standing Weight Bearing Assessment Of The Superior TibFib Joint (Video)
In the video below, NAIOMT Faculty Terry Pratt, PT, MS, COMT, FAAOMPT demonstrates standing weight bearing assessment of the superior tibiofibular joint, including an example of normal and abnormal. For more hands-on manual therapy continuing education browse our upcoming courses offered across the country.
The True Role of the SI Joint in Lower Quarter Dysfunction
Where will you be on June 5 and 6? If you’re a PT professional or student looking get to the bottom of some important questions regarding function, network and learn from some of the best in the field of manual therapy, you’re going to want to be in Seattle earning 10 contact hours! Join Erl Pettman,… Continue reading The True Role of the SI Joint in Lower Quarter Dysfunction
Manipulation for Osteoarthritis of the Base of Thumb
The following video is an excerpt from one of our Texas-based manual therapy continuing education courses (which are offered in regions throughout the country). In it, NAIOMT Faculty Michael Lucido, PT, DPT, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT conducts manipulation for osteoarthritis of the base of thumb. Leave any questions may have below!
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