-Injuries of the lumbar spine are often difficult to diagnose and treat due to the complexity of the anatomy and the spines relationship with the pelvis. Some athletic trainers may have not received the proper education or gained the experience needed to accurately manage these injuries. This program will identify common lumbar spine injuries, define the associated anatomy as well as explain assessment techniques and display different treatment methods. By gaining the knowledge provided in this program, the participants will be able to more accurately assess and manage injuries to the lumbar spine resulting in patient with improvements in function, decreased perceived pain, and better overall patient outcomes.
-Cheer and gymnastics athletes require a specific level of physicality that combines strength and flexibility above that of the typical athlete. Athletic trainers not familiar with these athletes may not recognize the unique challenges demanded of these athletes and their bodies, and how to appropriately prevent, treat, and rehabilitate these athletes. This program will review different movement screening tests, and demonstrate how to integrate body weight and weight training for the upper and lower extremities as well as maintaining and improving flexibility. Utilizing the methods provided in this program will help you improve your ability as a clinician to better manage gymnastic injuries, provide conditioning programs that improve athletic performance, and provide appropriate injury prevention programs.
MaineGeneral Sports Medicine & Colby College Sports Medicine offer 1st Annual Fall Symposium- Low Back Injuries & Conditioning for Cheering and the Gymnastics Athlete
CME Presentation
On-Demand Enduring
- Wendy Tooth, PT, MaineGeneral Physical Therapy
- Jill Haskell, ATC, MaineGeneral Sports Medicine
- Emily Staples, ATC, MaineGeneral Sports Medicine
Objectives
At the conclusion of this program, the participant will be able to:
• Identify common lumbar spine injuries.
• Identify anatomy and relationship of pelvis and hips to lumbar spine.
• Perform quick assessment of the lumbar, SI joint, and hips.
• Express treatment options for lumbar spine dysfunction.
• Assess movement screenings for upper and lower extremities.
• Explain the benefits of flexibility and ROM of UE and LE in gymnastic athletes.
• Summarize how to use weights and body weight exercises for UE and LE conditioning.
Credits Awarded
CME’s awarded: 3
The MaineGeneral Medical Center designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 3 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s) ™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of MaineGeneral Medical Center and Colby College. MaineGeneral Medical Center is accredited by the ACCME and the Maine Medical Association’s Committee on Continuing Medical education to provide continuing medical education (CME) for physicians.
