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Exploring the Essential Features of “Elizabeth Frey – The Core: Training from the Inside Out”
Speaker: Elizabeth Frey, FCAMPT, MCISC (MANIP), MSc. PT, MSc, BPHE, BSc, MCPA
Duration: 2 Hours 02 Minutes
Format: Audio and Video
Copyright: May 12, 2022
Media Type: Digital Seminar
Description:
Assessing core function is challenging and sometimes overwhelming, but with these tests and effective strategies – you’ll go back to the clinic feeling confident and have a clear direction to use with your clients. You’ll walk through how the core muscles function and why dysfunction is so common. With techniques for LBP, poor posture, snapping hip and urinary incontinence – these proven progressive strategies will retrain core function!
Speaker:
Elizabeth Frey, FCAMPT, MCISC (MANIP), MSc. PT, MSc, BPHE, BSc, MCPA
Liz holds a BSc and BPHE from Queen’s University; a MSc in Exercise Physiology from the University of Toronto, a MSc (PT) from McMaster University, and a MCISC (Manip) from University of Western Ontario. She is a member of the CPA and a fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physical Therapists (FCAMPT). Liz is also a Contemporary Medical Acupuncture provider.
Liz is a clinic owner and practicing physiotherapist with a specialty in pelvic health physiotherapy. She is an instructor for Rocktape® Canada, a clinical lab facilitator at the University of Toronto, and a clinical supervisor for physiotherapy students.
As an orthopaedic and pelvic health physiotherapist, Liz integrates her over 10 years of clinical expertise to provide a unique whole-body approach to wellness. Liz’s practice focuses on helping women navigate pregnancy, menopause, and everything in between. Her care model addresses the underlying dysfunction causing injury and provides education to help prevent future re-injury. Her patient-centered approach empowers her patients to set goals, balance muscular dysfunction, and work toward optimal health. She does all of this through hands-on techniques, comprehensive education, and tailored progressive exercise programs.
Personally, as a busy mother of three children, the health habits that don’t slip for Liz are mindset and exercise – it is her positive outlook and passion to stay strong and mobile as she ages that are a few of her defining features.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Elizabeth Frey is the owner of PhysioPlus Health Group, an instructor with Rock Tape, and a mentor with Orthopedic Division. She receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. All relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations have been mitigated.
Non-financial: Elizabeth Frey is a member of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy and the Women’s Health Division of the CPA.
Objectives:
- Develop a clear understanding of the core, including, the ‘inner core’ and ‘outer core’, outlining their importance.
- Evaluate how and why the inner core muscles become dysfunctional in so many individuals.
- Establish strategies to assess core muscle function.
- Propose step-by-step strategies to train the inner and outer core muscles for optimal function.
- Investigate common MSK injuries that are associated with a dysfunctional core; and consider corrective strategies.
Outline:
- Foundational Anatomy and Core Concepts
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- Anatomy of the ‘Inner Core’ and ‘Outer Core”
- Introduce theories of how the core muscles function
- How and Why does our Core Become Dysfunctional
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- The BioPshycoSocial model of care
- Factors that contribute to a dysfunctional (or inactive?) core
- Common patterns in someone with a dysfunctional core
- The brain and body connection: Body mapping via the homunculus
- The upper and lower cross patterns of dysfunction
- Injuries associated with upper cross and lower cross dysfunction
- Assessing Core Muscle Function
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- Old models of assessment
- New models of assessment: three planes of motion and movement screens
- Progressively Train the Core: Strategies and Tips
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- Stage 1: Core muscle facilitation: Supine
- Stage 2: Core function: All 4’s
- Stage 3: Core function: High kneeling
- Stage 4: Core function: ½ Kneeling
- Stage 5: Core function: Standing
- Stage 6: Core function: Standing sport specific
- Injuries Associated with Dysfunctional Core & Corrective Strategies
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- Low back pain
- Poor posture
- Snapping hip
- Urinary leakage (urge incontinence)
- Integrated Techniques for Improving Function
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- Manual therapy
- Kinesiology tape
- Floss bands
- Vibration tools
- FAQ & Case Studies
Target Audience:
- Athletic Trainers
- Chiropractors
- Massage Therapists
- Physical Therapists
- Physical Therapy Assistants
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