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#179 OSTEOPOROSIS, THE MEEKS METHOD (TM): A Comprehensive Treatment Strategy Level 1
Saturday, November 05, 2016, 7:30 AM to Sunday, November 06, 2016, 5:30 PM EDT
Category: Events

Summary:  In this two day course, developed by Sara Meeks, our faculty presents her innovative, effective, S.A.F.E.**, site-specific comprehensive program for management of the patients with osteoporosis, osteopenia, and postural problems which is also useful for spinal stenosis and back pain. The program includes a complete patient assessment, site-specific exercise program, postural correction, balance, gait, body mechanics during activities of daily living, use of foam rollers for balance and core strengthening, scapular stabilization exercises with resistance band, information on use of treatment modalities as they pertain to osteoporosis, and guidelines for advanced exercises (e.g., in the gym, Yoga, Pilates etc.). **Skeletally Appropriate For Everyone.
 
The November 5-6, 2016 dates are located at Corpus Christi, TX (CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi).

Contact: Lucinda Sutton