Course Highlights
- Comprehensive Clinical Framework: Integrates assessment, manual therapy, and therapeutic exercise for mechanical neck pain, grounded in current best evidence.
- Differential Diagnosis Mastery: Learn to distinguish cervical mechanical pain from cervicogenic headache, radiculopathy, and systemic red flags using structured clinical reasoning.
- Manual Therapy Techniques:
- Cervical and cervicothoracic mobilization and manipulation.
- Soft tissue release and neural mobilization strategies.
- Safety screening for vascular insufficiency and instability.
- Therapeutic Exercise Integration:
- Deep cervical flexor activation and motor control retraining.
- Scapular stabilization and postural correction protocols.
- Progressions for endurance, strength, and functional carryover.
- Evidence-Based Practice:
- Incorporates clinical guidelines and subgroup classification models.
- Emphasis on outcome measures and patient-centered care.
- Case-Based Learning:
- Real-world scenarios to enhance clinical decision-making.
- Flowcharts and treatment algorithms for streamlined practice.
- Bonus Content:
- Ergonomic advice and workstation setup for neck pain prevention.
- Downloadable assessment forms and home exercise templates.