Haemodynamics of the Cervical Arteries: VBI Issues

Tutor: Alan Taylor MSc MCSP & Roger Kerry MSc MMACP MCSP
Duration: 1 day(s)

Course Description:

 

Full course outline (pdf) click here

 

This new one-day course presents an evidence-based review of altered haemodynamics and cervical pain syndromes'. This course is specifically designed for manual therapists and sports therapists involved in the assessment and management of all types of cervical dysfunction. Like our 'Altered Haemodynamics' course, the emphasis is on assessment and differential diagnosis of these pain syndromes.

This course expands manual therapy thinking and knowledge beyond vertebrobasilar insufficiency. There is a significant and unique review of the anterior vascular system of the cervical region and its relationship to manual therapy management.

The course is suitable for all musculoskeletal practitioners who wish to look outside their ‘usual’ scope of practice. Improved clinical reasoning and practical diagnostic skills will provide a direct impact on day-to-day clinical practice.

It is designed to be beneficial for all levels of expertise and experience, with particular relevance to Sports Medicine Practitioners and Manual Therapists.

A systematic approach will provide the foundation for meaningful, successful and safe practice.

 

Course outline

 

·        Clinical reasoning in haemodynamics and the cervical spine

·        Current thinking and research.

·        Anatomical principles of the cervical spine and the related vascular system.

·        Mechanisms of vascular injury and arterial lesions in the cervical vasculature.

·        The value of subjective examination.

·        Headaches of vascular origin.

·        Whiplash and trauma - consequences for the vascular system

·        Physiotherapy management and altered haemodynamics in the cervical region.

 

 

 

Who Can Attend:

The course is suitable for all musculoskeletal practitioners who wish to look outside their ‘usual’ scope of practice. Improved clinical reasoning and practical diagnostic skills will provide a direct impact on day-to-day clinical practice.

It is designed to be beneficial for all levels of expertise and experience, with particular relevance to Sports Medicine Practitioners and Manual Therapists.

A systematic approach will provide the foundation for meaningful, successful and safe practice.