Children with medical problems and/or physical disabilities are surviving to adulthood. Adults with chronic health conditions are living longer. As these patients “survive” their health conditions, atypical breathing patterns and atypical postural control strategies often develop and cause repetitive stress on the musculoskeletal system. The consequences can be chronic pain, inefficient motor plans, and/or physical dysfunction, all which limit health and participation. Current research supports this paradigm, showing a higher incidence of chronic pain and decreased quality of life among children and adults with long-term health conditions. The focus of this course is on identifying, treating, anticipating/preventing common consequential spinal and rib cage restrictions: thoracic kyphosis, scoliosis, pectus deformities, rib flares, asymmetries, tightness, etc. These musculoskeletal restrictions can limit breathing (health) and/or shoulder, trunk, and hip/pelvis mobility (participation). Labs present manual therapy techniques (soft tissue techniques, joint mobilizations) and neuromotor re-education techniques. While Dr. Massery’s primary focus is on pediatrics and young adults, the material is pertinent across the whole lifespan.
OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Describe the relationship between chronic health conditions (pediatric & adult), atypical motor plans for breathing and/or postural stability, and the development of secondary musculoskeletal deficits.
- Screen for musculoskeletal abnormalities, inadequate core stabilization strategies and compensatory breathing patterns that may contribute to the abnormal alignment of the rib cage, trunk and/or spine secondary to pediatric and adult chronic health conditions.
- Develop and demonstrate musculoskeletal mobilization and soft tissue techniques of the rib cage, trunk, and spine to correct or minimize these deformities.
- Develop subsequent treatment plans for neuromuscular retraining that is focused on simultaneously optimizing breathing, core stabilization and postural development across the lifespan in order to minimize long-term secondary postural impairments.
Dr. Massery received her BS in Physical Therapy from Northwestern University in 1977, her DPT from the University of the Pacific in 2004 and her DSc from Rocky Mountain University in 2011. Her publications and interests focus on linking motor behaviors to breathing and/or postural mechanics in both pediatric and adult patient populations. Dr. Massery has been invited to give over 1,000 professional presentations in all 50 US states and in 18 countries worldwide, including more than 100 presentations for the American Physical Therapy Association. Mary’s research pioneered the concept of managing trunk pressures as a new way to visualize core stabilization. She has delivered keynote and major addresses on topics such as cystic fibrosis and posture, pectus excavatum (chest deformities), connections between posture & breathing, and PNF (proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation).
Mary has received national awards from the APTA, including its highest clinical award, The Florence Kendall Practice Award, honoring “one’s outstanding and enduring contributions to the practice of physical therapy." She has been honored as Outstanding Alumnus of the Year by each of her 3 universities. She was also awarded Northwestern University’s Alumnae Research Achievement Award. Mary continues to maintain a private practice in Chicago, specializing in breathing and postural dysfunction.
DISCLOSURES:
Mary Massery receives a honorarium from Education Resources and fees from the sale of her DVD's.
She has no relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.
“Thank you for a simply AWESOME seminar. We are planning a team seminar to share the highlights of what we learned. Already we are looking at our patients more holistically, asking questions related to breathing style, cough productivity, voice production and target muscles needing to be toned and strengthened. So much to learn from each other! You are a master physical therapist and an inspiring presenter. What a joy to experience your presence.” -C.F. SLP, Minneapolis, MN
“Excellent problem solving and strategies to facilitate pulmonary, neuromuscular and musculoskeletal activity and function. The speaker made the subject come alive.” -M.P. PT, London, ONT Canada
“Mary looked at the body as a functional unit and gave such applicable information for any type of problem. I felt like I can leave this course and apply (the concepts) immediately. Loved her enthusiasm and lighthearted teaching style. Her genuine care and concern and love for patients shows as she is mission-driven to get this information to therapists/healthcare providers.” -PT, Oklahoma City, OK
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This course meets the criteria for 20.5 contact hours (2.05 CEUs).
Application has been made to the NJ Board of Physical Therapy Examiners and the PA State Board of Physical Therapy.
Approved provider by the NY State Board of Physical Therapy for 24.6 contact hours.
Approved provider of continuing education by the American Occupational Therapy Association #3043, for 20.5 contact hours - Intermediate Level Occupational Therapy Process: assessment, intervention.
The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products or clinical procedures by AOTA.
NBCOT professional development provider- 20.5 PDUs.
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