Conservative Management of Spondylolisthesis: A Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization Approach to Lumbar Instability

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Conservative Management of Spondylolisthesis: 
A Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization Approach to Lumbar Instability

Management of Spondylolisthesis can be very challenging and often leads to relapse and frustration.  Because the correct imaging is not usually performed, the athletes are often misdiagnosed and recovery time is greatly increased.  The principles of Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization offer an explanation for why this injury occurs and also the treatment strategies to help get the athletes back on the field in a timely manner.  Historically, this injury can be career threatening.  However, if the correct diagnosis is made  and treatment is implemented, the athlete can expect to back on the field in about 6 -8 weeks.

Learning Objectives:

  • Learn how to accurately diagnose spondylolisthesis
  • Understand what the clinical picture looks like and associated clinical prediction rules
  • Learn how to properly order imaging for this condition
  • Describe what are the causative factors and how to prevent it from reoccurring
  • Learn how to use the principles of Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization to rehabilitate these athletes
  • Understand the appropriate goals in the recovery process

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COURSE OUTLINE 

0:00 – 0:15 Introduction
0:15 – 0:30 A review of clinical prediction rules and proper imaging guidlines for spondylolisthesis.
0:30 – 0:45 A brief overview of research on this injury and what are the causative factors
0:45 -0: 60 How to apply the principles of DNS to accurately assess the deep stabilizing system of the abdominal wall and spine.  Discuss some general treatment ideas and recovery timelines.

Doctor of Chiropractic CE Approvals:
PACE – DC: (Approval ID: 120325) AK, CT, DC, ID, IN, IA, KS, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NH, NJ, NY, NC, ND, OH, OR, PR, RI, SC, SD, TN, UT, VT, VA, VI, WA, WY, NS.

Athletic Trainers CE Approvals:
BOC: AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY.

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Course Instructor

Brett Winchester, DC Brett Winchester, DC

Dr. Brett Winchester lectures throughout the world, teaching his functional approach to patient care. Combining manual therapy, including joint manipulation and neuromuscular stabilization, with therapeutic exercise, Dr. Winchester effectively treats functional pathologies and acts as a catalyst for patients working to enhance their performance. Dr. Winchester has also served on his local Chamber of Commerce and Rotary Board and volunteers his time with many local organizations.

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