Orthopedic Assessments for Kinesiologists
In-Class
$350 + HST
Live Stream
$350 + HST
Description:
Numerous studies have indicated that the general public are increasingly using Complementary Alternative Medicine, such as Kinesiology, for the treatment of various conditions. In many cases Kinesiologists are not just practicing in conjunction with other Regulated Health Care Professionals, but as the sole primary care provider for such patients / clients. As the profession continues to evolve, so does the responsibility of the Registered Kinesiologist. Assessments are an invaluable part of therapeutic practices. If the profession wishes to continue its path of growth, Registered Kinesiologists should strive to expand their knowledge to match that of other Complementary Health Care Providers.
Assessments are a systematic method utilized for the purpose of gathering information to make informed decisions about therapy. Assessments are also used to chart the progress, plateauing, and /or regression of a patient’s / client’s condition.
A Diagnosis is a determination or conclusion of the cause of signs and symptoms of a given condition. Diagnosing conditions / disease is a controlled act under the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA). Only those permitted under the RHPA can perform a diagnosis.
"Communicating to the individual or his/her personal representative a diagnosis identifying a disease or disorder as the cause of symptoms of the individual in circumstances in which it is reasonably forseeable that the individual or his/her personal representative will rely on the diagnosis." RHPA.
By the end of this accelerated course, the participant will:
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Understand the principles of assessments.
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Understand the importance of health history screening.
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Gather subjective and objective information through various types of pain and non-pain related questioning, open end and closed ended questioning,
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Obtain client interview skills.
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Perform general and specific observations including the basics of posture and gait analysis.
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Understand and practice the use of the active free range of motion, passive relaxed range of motion, end feel assessment, active resisted range of motion, grading of muscle strength.
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Understand and practice special orthopedic testing on various joints and structures of the body.
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Understand and practice neurological testing of the central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system including myotomes, dermotomes, deep tendon reflexes, and upper limb tension tests.
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Obtain the essential critical thinking skills to develop a clinical impression as to a patient’s / client’s condition
Duration:
16 hours
Delivery Model:
In-class or Live Stream
Modules:
Module 1: Introduction to Assessments
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Principles of assessments
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Health history screening
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Patient / Client Interview
Module 2: Observations
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Postural Analysis and Gait Analysis
Module 3: Range Of Motion Assessment
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Active free range of motion
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Passive relaxed range of motion, end feel assessment
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Active resisted range of motion, grading of muscle strength
Module 4: Orthopedic Assessments for Common Injuries / Conditions for:
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Shoulder Complex
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Elbow Complex
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Forearm, Wrist, Hand
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Pelvis and SI Joint
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Hip Joint
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Knee Joint
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Foot and Ankle
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Spine: C/S, T/S, L/S and Neurological Testing – Reflexes, Myotomes, Dermatomes
Module 5: Clinical impression development and differential diagnosis
Visit the Course Calendar page for information on course dates and location
Read what our past participants had to say about our Assessments courses...
This course was an amazing review of kin assessments. Mark was an awesome instructor with a wealth of knowledge. Would highly recommend this course.
Lindsay Nutbrown, RKin
Marathon, Ont.
Very informative course. Instructor insanely knowledgeable. Instructor would provide addition content as needed. comfortable environment to ask questions without judgement.
Jena Docking, RKin
Walkerton, Ont.
It was a bit intimidating when you realize how much information you have lost over the years. Mark's knowledge of the body and the tests is amazing. The recall for muscle, joint, bony structures, and attachments is incredible.
James Collins, RMT
Ottawa, Ont.
Assessments has never been one of my strong points in my practice, and after this course I feel very confident! Thanks Mark!
Jennifer Scriven, RMT
Campbellford, Ont.
Very knowledgeable, efficient instructor. I'd definitely recommend the course.
Anonymous, RMT
Vineland, Ont.
The course was well laid out and paced with Mark being an excellent instructor. He was very helpful, patient, and knowledgeable.
David Steyr RMT
Toronto, Ont.
Very informative. Thanks for the tangents and extra info!
Anonymous, RKin
Instructor was very knowledgeable and was able to answer any questions that students had.
Patrick Martin, RKin
Welland, Ont.
Excellent course facilitated by a personable and knowledgeable instructor.
Tara Matte, RMT
Petawawa, Ont.
I had been looking for a course like this for quite some time. Very informative!
Anonymous, RKin
Walkerton, Ont.
Great content and recourse to refer to when completing assessments.
Ryan Koornneef, RKin
Lindsay, Ont.
Mark was very knowledgeable regarding assessments and an excellent teacher.
Kathleen Aubry, RKin
Burlington, Ont.
It was a good pace and the instructor has an exceptional level of knowledge. It's casual and fun and very informative.
Anonymous, RMT
A tremendously useful course!
A.H., RMT
Oshawa, Ont.
Instructor is very knowledgeable. Content delivered clearly and effectively.
J.C., RMT
Toronto, Ont.
Mark was knowledgeable and enthusiastic.
Eleanor Hayward, RMT
Burlington, Ont.
Very knowledgeable teacher, great hands on practicum.
Anonymous, RMT
Very thorough with content and knowledgeable instructors.
Dana Goodfellow, RMT
Belleville, Ont.
Mark managed to cover all the essentials of the assessments protocol in a 3 day period. It would benefit all RMTs to take a course like this once they are practicing and school is behind them.
Benjamin Roesner, RMT
Statford, Ont.
Mark is one of the best instructors I've ever had. His many years of teaching and course development are evident in his ability to communicate the material effectively. As RMTs, we learn all this material in school - Mark brings a joy of the subject matter that encourages me to want to reintroduce and reincorporate it in my clinical life.
R.B., RMT
London, Ont.
This course was well organized and Mark was considerate and kept everyone involved. Mark was very knowledgeable and shared with modest enthusiasm. A great class and way to earn 10 CEUs.
Rachel Clarke-Smith, RMT
Niagar Falls, Ont.
This course is a thorough review of assessments. Mark demonstrated passion, patience, and complete understanding of human anatomy and physiology. I learned a lot from this experience.
Jennifer Rankin, RMT
Newmarket, Ont.
Information was thorough and effectively translated. Plenty of hands on time. Great course, would recommend to all.
Connie Johnson-Couto, RMT
Aurora, Ont.
Information is practical. Easy to follow slides. Knowledgeable instructor.
Anyonymous, RKin
Toronto, Ont.
Great review of the material of orthopedic assessments. The presenter was very knowledgeable about the material and anatomy.
Barbara Vivienne Blaj, RMT
Loretto, Ont.
This course fills the practical gap not found in university programs. Takes the theory into practice.
Anyonymous, RKin
Markham Ont.
It's relatable to real life experiences in a practical setting.
J.N., RMT
Toronto, Ont.
Great course to refresh knowledge and skills about assessments and identifying factors to clients pathologies, injuries, etc.
B.M., RMT
Sudbury, Ont.
It's an excellent review.
M.L., RMT
Bradford, Ont.
This course is a really good practical review.
Meghann Rudorfer, RMT
London, Ont.
Very interactive and hands on. Group discussions and discussing real life scenarios or case studies and relate it to your treatments, or apply it your treatments. This class give you the opportunity to refresh your knowledge and understanding in a practical manner.
R.H., RMT
Milton / Brampton, Ont.
Straight forward, great refresher and it definitely tries to get you to rethink how you approach assessments or even get back to doing them again / more thoroughly with confidence.
B.W., RMT
Toronto, Ont.
Excellent instructor, very knowledgeable. Very hands-on course.
Vicki Howell Harries, RKin
London, Ont.
It can be very useful for you daily practice.
Cindy Rito, RMT
Thornhill, Ont.
A great practical review of assessments that filled in the blanks of what was missing post college. Wish I took a course like this years ago. Improved my confidence in performing assessments and look forward to incorporate them into my practice more thoroughly.
Anonymous, RMT
Very well presented. Instructor knew his subject material well.
Anonymous
This course provides a lot of hands-on practical application that will be extremely helpful in my ability to effectively identify the areas of concern in my patients, allowing me to provide the most effective and efficient treatment plan.
Devon Blackburn, RKin
Ottawa, Ont.
Overall it was great. He stopped to answer questions needed to make things clearer for us.
T.Y., RMT
London, Ont.
Great refresher for practicing RMTs. We tend to use some tests and forget others or allow other practitioners to do our testing (physio, chiro, etc.). It is important we do our own as we may be the only one doing it or may see something missed by someone else. Great information. Fantastic / dynamic instructor.
L.B., RMT
St. Thomas, Ont.
Refreshing review is just what the doctor ordered after 3 years out of school. It also adds real world tips and suggestions about being an RMT.
Curtis Ballance, RMT
Mississauga, Ont.
Exceptional course with a very knowledgeable instructor. Plenty of content covered with several different teaching styles used.
S.G., RMT
New Liskeard, Ont.
The assessments course is great! Good way to refresh knowledge about assessments, especially for RMTs who have been in practice for a while.
Rowena Bargo, RMT
Toronto, Ont.