J. Air is Good!
Presented by Deanna Wanzek, PT
Sunday, February 28, 2016
7 contact hours
Beginning - Intermediate Level
Audience: Occupational and Physical Therapists, interested others
Did you know?
Sunday, February 28, 2016
7 contact hours
Beginning - Intermediate Level
Audience: Occupational and Physical Therapists, interested others
Did you know?
This session is about the musculoskeletal function and treatment of the respiratory system. Basic anatomy and development of the rib cage/chest will be reviewed. Typical and atypical breathing patterns will be explained along with a musculoskeletal assessment. Treatment techniques to assist in the remediation of atypical breathing patterns will be addressed. Several taping techniques to assist the musculoskeletal system will be reviewed.
There will be a pre-course study packet for each participant to complete prior to attending.
Objectives: Participants will be able to:
Schedule* 7 Contact Hours
8:30 Anatomy/function of the musculature of the rib cage; musculoskeletal development of the rib cage
10:00 Break
10:15 Assessment of the musculature impacting the respiration (lecture and lab)
11:15 Postural assessment of the chest and upper back (lecture and lab)
12:00 Lunch
1:00 Assessment of atypical breathing patterns
2:00 Treatment techniques (lecture and lab)
3:00 Break
3:15 Treatment techniques (lecture and lab)
4:45 Questions/wrap up
5:00 Conclusion
*Topic times may vary; contact hours do not.
There will be a pre-course study packet for each participant to complete prior to attending.
Objectives: Participants will be able to:
- Describe basic anatomy of the respiratory system.
- Explain the musculoskeletal development of the rib cage.
- Identify a typical and at least two atypical breathing patterns.
- Identify musculoskeletal issues related to the rib cage/respiratory system.
- Design and implement a musculoskeletal treatment plan for atypical breathing.
Schedule* 7 Contact Hours
8:30 Anatomy/function of the musculature of the rib cage; musculoskeletal development of the rib cage
10:00 Break
10:15 Assessment of the musculature impacting the respiration (lecture and lab)
11:15 Postural assessment of the chest and upper back (lecture and lab)
12:00 Lunch
1:00 Assessment of atypical breathing patterns
2:00 Treatment techniques (lecture and lab)
3:00 Break
3:15 Treatment techniques (lecture and lab)
4:45 Questions/wrap up
5:00 Conclusion
*Topic times may vary; contact hours do not.
Deanna M. Wanzek, PT, PCS, CKTI, CLT, is a graduate of the Mayo Foundation School of Physical Therapy. She has specialized in pediatrics for the past thirty years utilizing a holistic approach to evaluation and treatment. She incorporates myofascial release, craniosacral therapy, muscle energy and other complementary skills. She is certified in the use of Universal Exercise Unit/TheraSuit Method. She teaches in the Pediatrics course at St. Catherine University in St. Paul, MN. She is recognized by the Kinesio Taping Association as a Certified Instructor and was named Instructor of the Year for 2007. DeDe is also a Certified Lymphatic Therapist. She is an APTA board certified Pediatric Clinical Specialist.
