Proprioceptive Training: A Review of Current Research

by Caroline Joy Co PT DPT CHT CSFA

Course DescriptionProprioceptive training is integral to nearly all daily life functions. An injury, whether due to repetitive stress, disease or soft tissue damage, affects proprioception. Proprioception affects work, sports, household and leisure activities, and therefore, it is paramount to have a thorough knowledge of the current research on proprioceptive training. Such a framework lends itself to designing treatment plans that increase patient lifestyle satisfaction while improving clinical outcomes.This course will cover the fundamental principles of proprioception. The book will present the architectural framework of proprioception as the basis for treatment interventions designed to improve function. Improving patient outcomes will be facilitated by increasing your knowledge of the different treatment techniques to improve proprioception. Several effective strategies will be examined for the young population, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis patients, Parkinson’s patients, Alzheimer’s patients, and many more...Course Objectives1. Define proprioception and identify body systems that affect proprioception. 2. Identify the stages of proprioception and how it affects childhood and adulthood.3. Devise treatment techniques to improve proprioception.4. Choose the best treatment protocol for your neuromuscular impaired patients.5. Incorporate proprioceptive training in your practice.

183 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 24, 2009

Reviews

[Sue Heiser · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a good overview of current research.