Movement Links: Systematic Evaluation of the Lower Quarter

Presented by Clare Frank

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In this course, Clare Frank, DPT, MS, OCS, FAAOMPT, will demonstrate the importance of a systematic and structured evaluation of posture, muscle length and movement patterns on a patient with scapular and thoracic deficits. The course draws relationships between the source and cause (impairments and contributing factors) responsible for creating the dysfunction and covers the clinical reasoning behind each test, as well as specific dysfunctions to consider while conducting each test.

Meet your instructor

Clare Frank

Dr. Frank is a board certified specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy (OCS) and a fellow in the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy (FAAOMPT). She currently serves as a clinical instructor for both the Spine and Sports Rehabilitation Fellowship programs at Kaiser Permanente, Los Angeles. She has served…

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Chapters & learning objectives

An Introduction to the Functional/Neuromuscular Approach

1. An Introduction to the Functional/Neuromuscular Approach

In this chapter, Dr. Frank describes the underlying premises of musculoskeletal pain, common causes of impairments, differences between cause and source, the role of the sensorimotor system in coordinating stability-mobility continuum, and the relationship between movement patterns and muscle balance.

Lower Quarter Evaluation

2. Lower Quarter Evaluation

In this chapter, Dr. Frank describes the structured exam from a movement system perspective, she performs an examination and confirms impairments through careful assessment of muscle length and movement pattern.

Lower Quarter Structured Exam - Demonstrations and Findings

3. Lower Quarter Structured Exam - Demonstrations and Findings

This chapter provides in-depth demonstrations that exemplify the importance of home exercises and treatment. Dr. Frank informs participants on how to prioritize treatment strategies and provide daily activity modifications based on the patient's presentation.