Milica McDowell – Geriatric Kinesiology Taping Practitioner Certification

Milica McDowell – Geriatric Kinesiology Taping Practitioner CertificationThis Certification Course introduces the concept of movement therapy and performance enhancement via functional taping methods with the geriatric population. Tape applications will be discussed for all levels of geriatrics, stroke, balance disorders, total joint replacement and osteoarthritis patients. Additionally, this course includes a review of the current literature supporting the theory of kinesiology taping for the purposes of rehabilitation, edema/swelling management, neuropathic pain, scar and postural management.This course is intended for practitioners and therapists with all levels of experience with taping.CourseGeriatric Kinesiology Taping Practitioner Certification 1 Hour 53 MinutesGeriatric Kinesiology Taping Practitioner Certification 2 Hours 02 MinutesGeriatric Kinesiology Taping Practitioner Certification 2 Hours 04 MinutesObjectivesDefine and discuss the geriatric population and their needs.Define, discuss and consider concepts of myofascial chains as an approach to treatment for a multitude of ageing conditions.Discuss and communicate the physiological effects of kinesiology taping.Critically analyze considerations of taping applications based on current research.Compare and contrast functional taping applications for geriatric related postural.Justify fascial taping applications for applications of postural, orthopedic, inflammatory and neurological conditions. orthopedic, inflammatory and neurological conditions,OutlineWho is the geriatric population and how are they defined? Taping History Types of taping, rigid vs dynamic tape Kinesiology taping and its popularity Kinesiology tape – features and characteristics Tape application, skin preparation techniques Reducing risks involved in kinesiology taping Past and future taping techniques, trends and movementsSkin Anatomy/Physiology and Tape Mechanisms Skin-brain connection Sensory system, discussion of hair follicles and skin receptors Cortical Homunculus ReviewEffects and Benefits of Kinesiology Taping Pain and how Kinesiology tape improves this condition Decompression and Mechanical effects of kinesiology tape Neurosensory communications to the brain via skin stimulationPain Mitigation Effect of Tape Pain Gate Theory Neuromatrix Model Biopsychosocial Model of Pain (BPS) Science Literature ReviewDecompression Effect of Tape Looking under the skin with MSK Ultrasound Science Literature ReviewNeurosensory Input Effect of Tape Importance of brain’s role in movement Effects of Tape on Balance, Tactile Acuity Science Literature Review Does direction of tape and amount of tape stretch matterKinesiology Tape Theory Questions Qualities of Kinesiology Tape Science Literature Review Does direction of tape and amount of tape stretch matterKinesiology Taping Basic Technique Considerations General taping application rules Indications/Contraindications Negotiables and non-negotiables for techniqueGeriatric Conditions Joint Stability overview of patient presentation and tape indications Joint Replacement overview of patient presentation and tape indications Osteoarthritis overview of patient presentation and tape indications Stroke overview of patient presentation and tape indications Posture overview of patient presentation and tape indications Fall Prevention overview of patient presentation and tape indicationsJoint Stability Taping Strategies Goals of Taping Strategy for Joint Stability Ankle Tape practical lab experience Knee Tape practical lab experience Shoulder Tape practical lab experience Wrist Tape practical lab experienceJoint Replacement Taping Strategies Goals of Taping Strategy for Joint Replacement Fluid Dynamics, Decompression effect of tape Total Knee Replacement Tape techniques lab experience, instructor feedback1 week post-op, 1 month post-opTotal Hip Replacement Tape techniques lab experience, instructor feedback1 week post-op, 1 month post-opOsteoarthritis Taping Strategies Goals of Taping Strategy for OAKnee Tape techniques lab experienceHip Tape techniques lab experienceSI Joint Tape techniques lab experienceStroke Taping Strategies Goals of Taping Strategy for Stroke Depressed Humeral Head Tape techniques lab experience Hand Opening Tape techniques lab experience Upper Extremity Helix Tape techniques lab experience Lower Extermity Helix Tape techniques lab experience Drop Foot Tape techniques lab experiencePosture Taping Strategies Goals of Taping Strategy for Postural Support Forward Head Tape techniques lab experience Forward Shoulder Tape techniques lab experience Dowager’s Hump Tape techniques lab experience Pelvic Tilt Tape techniques lab experienceFall Prevention Taping Strategies Goals of Taping Strategy for Fall Prevention Afferent feedback of tape for neurosensory support Biomechanical Joint by Joint considerations Low Back Tape techniques lab experience, instructor feedback Rectus Abdominus Tape techniques lab experience, instructor feedback LE Helix Tape techniques lab experience, instructor feedback Posterior Fascial Chain Tape techniques lab experience, instructor feedbackSpeakerMilica McDowell, MS, DPTMILICA MCDOWELL CONSULTING PLLCMilica McDowell, MS, DPT, is the Senior Director of Movement for Implus. She manages both RockTape and TriggerPoint brand. She holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Idaho State University, a master’s degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Colorado and two bachelor’s Degrees in Exercise Physiology and Health Promotion. A Physical Therapist since 2003, she established an orthopedic and sports medicine physical therapy practice in Bozeman, MT. She is also the founder of Bluebird Medical Supply and Epic Fitness Center. Dr. McDowell was a faculty at Montana State University in the Human Performance Department for 8 years where she taught exercise science related courses and mentored pre-health professions students. She is a published author, editor, researcher and speaks at State, Regional and National Medical and Fitness Conferences. She has taught over 200 continuing education courses and is the co-author of several continuing education systems. Originally from Alaska, in her free time she enjoys downhill and skate skiing, surfing, growing veggies in her garden and being active with her family.Speaker Disclosures: Financial: Dr. Milica McDowell is the co-founder of Epic Fitness Center and a senior director for Implus. She receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. Non-financial: Dr. Milica McDowell is a member of the APTA and NATA.Salepage: https://catalog.pesi.com/item/geriatric-kinesiology-taping-practitioner-certification-64114 Archive: https://archive.fo/wip/igm62Delivery Method– After your purchase, you’ll see a View your orders link which goes to the Downloads page. 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