In this course, the student learns about 'subluxations' (chiropractic medicine) and 'shears' (orthopedics and physical therapy). 'Shears' have been defined by W. Giammatteo, Ph.D., P.T., I.M.P.,C. as Type III motion restrictions, which appearently occur at the growth plates (epiphyseal lines). They contribute to pain, limitations of joint mobility, loss of motion and compromised function. This course presents the approach to correct Type III dysfunction (shears) which are found in the pelvis, sacrum, spine and extremity joints.
Type III dysfunctions of the spine cause bulging and herniated discs, spinal stenosis, compressions of the vertebrae, and rib cage dysfunctions.
At the hip joints, Type III dysfunctions are associated with congenital dislocations of the hip, Legg-Perthes and more, leading to osteoarthritis.
Type III dysfunctions at the knee joints cause Osgood-Schlatters, patellar problems, meniscus tears and more, leading to osteoarthritis.
Shoulder girdle shear restrictions are a common cause of avascular necrosis, rotator cuff tensions, problems of the glenoid labrum and other causes of pain and disability.
The elbow, wrist and ankle joints are often affected by Type III dysfunctions.
Additional to these joints, Type III treatment will be presented for the temporomandibular joints, some cranial suture restrictions, diaphragm spasm and more.
In this course, the student will also learn how to assess and treat Bone Bruises. Bone Bruises are defined (by MRI study) as micro-trabecular fractures. Assessment via palpation of pathologic 'bone motility' (a rhythm that can be palpated over bone that indicates bone dysfunction), and correction with 'Bone Bruise Technique' (W. Giammatteo) provides a remarkable tool for treatment of pain and disability. General and 'specific' Bone Bruise techniques are presented.
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