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Enjoy this free preview of Amy demonstrating some manual therapy techniques for the thoracic spine.
Learning Objectives
- Apply evidence-based manual therapy (MT) techniques, including thrust and non-thrust mobilisations, to improve spine mobility and manage pain in patients with musculoskeletal conditions for the lumbar, thoracic and cervical spine segments.
- Describe patient movement patterns to identify prior to implementing MT techniques.
- Identify relevant MT interventions across the cervical thoracic and lumbar regions to treat regional musculoskeletal conditions.
- Demonstrate proper handling and body mechanics during manual therapy techniques to ensure patient and clinician safety during treatment.
Lumbar Spine
Learn manual therapy treatment techniques for the lumbar spine.
Thoracic Spine
Learn techniques directed at the thoracic spine and how they can also be helpful in treating neck and shoulder pain.
Cervical Spine
Perform manual therapy on the cervical spine with confidence.
Dr Amy McDevitt
PhD | DPT | OCS | FAAOMPT
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Bryce Zaffarano
DPT | OSC | FAAOMPT
Bryce splits his time between academic and clinical roles. Academically he is involved with the University of Colorado in both their residential and hybrid program, while focusing on musculoskeletal rehabilitation management principles, simulated learning environments, and exercise prescription.
Clinically, he works within an outpatient hospital setting helping treat complex patients amongst interdisciplinary teams where he assists in system-wide education, mentorship, and orthopedic residency education.
