Addressing the 5 Joints of the Shoulder Complex: How to Improve Mobility, Stability and Strength

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Lesson Plan

The Shoulder is one of the most complex, mobile, and often injured joints in the body. With 5 articulations which determine mobility, stability and strength, it’s easy to see why the shoulder girdle can become a challenge whether you’re an elite athlete, your job depends on lifting or reaching or you just want to throw a ball or swim a few laps. In this webinar we will discuss how to briefly assess the 5 joints of the shoulder girdle complex and suggest a hierarchy with regards to treatment and rehab exercises. Followed by an assessment of the fascial LINKS to the cervical, thoracic and sternum/rib cage. Finally, we will illustrate the importance of specific anatomy and how to improve patient/athlete outcomes. Don’t ignore the specifics! Address the details.

Objectives: 
– Describe the relational anatomy of the 5 joints of the shoulder complex.
– Recognize how Micro-movement dictates Macro-movement.
– Identify shoulder pain and how to keep the shoulder mobile and increase ROM, if limited.
– Demonstrate 5 best exercises for shoulder stability and strength.
– Relate Fascia and Tensegrity and how they apply to the shoulder.
– Review Osteo-articular pumping introduction.

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Continuing Education available for: Athletic Trainers, Physical Therapy, Doctor of Chiropractic, Occupational Therapy
Prerequisite: None
Instructional Level: Essential
Disclosure: No relevant information to disclose
Content disclosure: This course does not focus on any product or service.

Global thinking about exercise prescription – 5 min
What are the 5 joints? – 10 min
Which is the most important? – 3 min
Assessment overview – 5 min
Fascia Link – 8 min
Rehab, Exercises – 25 min
Overview and wrap up, references and further information – 5 min

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Course Instructor

Jason Amstutz, DC Jason Amstutz, DC

Dr. Jason Amstutz has been teaching the intricacies of fascia and tensegrity in the clinical setting for 14 years. His extensive rehabilitative work with professional athletes in the NHL, NFL, PGA, LPGA, MLB, and NBA has stemmed from these revolutionary concepts. His complex understanding of the properties and anatomy of fascia and how it relates specifically to PFS will improve your practice and patient outcomes.

Addressing the 5 Joints of the Shoulder Complex: How to Improve Mobility, Stability and Strength