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2010 Spinal Control Symposium – Toronto

jcubos — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 15:00:34 +0000

August 28, 2010

8:00am – 8:30am Check-in and registration

8:30am – 8:45am Welcome and Introduction – Professor Paul Hodges

8:45am – 9:35am Professor Stu McGill

Opinions on the links between back pain and motor control: The disconnect between clinical practice and research

9:35am– 10:25am Dr. Lorimer Moseley

Talk title TBC

10:25am – 10:40am Morning Coffee Break

10:40am – 11:30am Professor Paul Hodges

Motor control changes in spinal pain: effects mechanisms and efficacy of interventions.

11:30am – 12:20pm Associate Professor Peter N. Reeves

Spine Stability: the six blind men and the elephant

12:20pm – 1:00pm Lunch

1:00pm – 2:00pm Clinical Update – Professor Paul Hodges

Emerging trends in exercise management of spinal pain

2:00pm – 2:30pm Symposium Update

Panel discussion on areas of convergence and divergence

2:30pm – 3:00pm Question and answer session.

3:00pm Symposium Close

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More Research Reviews

jcubos — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 15:00:14 +0000

Does post exercise massage improve blood flow and reduce lactic acid? by Bill White, ATC

Functional rehabilitation of chronic ankle instability effective by Phil Page, PhD PT ATC

Platelet-rich plasma for muscle injuries by Alex Hutchinson, PhD

Two great studies on muscle cramps by Joe Przytula, ATC

Rotator Cuff EMG During Daily Activities by Mike Reinold, DPT ATC

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Dr. Richards on Biomechanics & Stretching

jcubos — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 02:28:07 +0000

A lecture by one of my university professors and mentors on biomechanics and stretching.

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Hamstring Length and the Patellofemoral Joint

jcubos — Sat, 26 Jun 2010 00:21:02 +0000

In the next week or so, my most recent review will be posted on Research Review Service, a site specifically for health care professionals of manual and rehabilitative therapy. The Influence of Reduced Hamstring Length on Patellofemoral Joint Stress During Squatting in Healthy Male Adults by Whyte et al was published earlier this year in Gait Posture.

Here’s a brief summary of the study:

Study Purpose:

To determine the presence of a relationship between hamstring length and PFJ stress at 3 specific knee joint angles of flexion.

Study Population:

16 recreationally active males divided into two groups based on knee joint angle-measured hamstring length.

Methodology:

A biomechanical model incorporating knee joint angle, knee extensor moment, and PFJ contact area was used to quantify PFJ stress.
MRI and 3D motion analyses were also utilized in this study.
A one-way ANOVA to determine the variations in PFJ stress between the 2 groups (with and without reduced hamstring length) was used.

Main Findings:

Patellofemoral Joint stresses differed significantly between the two groups at specific angles of knee flexion.
No significant differences in hip angles between the two groups.

Clinical Application:

This study demonstrated that subjects with reduced hamstring lengths have increased PFJ stress during various positions of the squatting movement. As a result, such a decrease in length MAY contribute to the pathogenesis of various conditions relating to the knee.
These results enable us to consider another factor when managing those with knee pathology.

For a complete and “evidence-informed” understanding of the study, look out for my review. I have obviously left out specifics from this study in this post as Research Review Service is a paid membership site. However, if you would like more information, please do not hesitate to ask.

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Dr. Stuart McGill in Toronto

jcubos — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:36:49 +0000

I thought you all might be interested in a recent publication by Dr. McGill as well as an upcoming course hosted by my colleague, past co-worker, residency supervisor, and all around good guy, Dr. Glen Harris of MSK-Plus.

A new released article from Dr McGill :

Evidence of a double peak in muscle activation to enhance strike speed and force: an example with elite mixed martial arts fighters.

McGill SM, Chaimberg JD, Frost DM, Fenwick CM.

click here

See Below for details on his upcoming course:

Stuart M. McGill, PhD.

Building the Ultimate back: from Rehabilitation to Performance

November 20 and 21, 2010 in Toronto

4 hours – Building the foundation
2 hours – Interpreting patient presentation
1 Hour – Preventing Back Disorders
4.5 hours – Rehabilitation Exercise
4.5 hours – Training for performance

This 16 hour lecture / workshop weekend with Dr. McGill will be located at the Westin Harbour Castle, 1 Harbour Square, Toronto. I am also thinking of hosting a social this weekend so if you are attending please let me know.

For more information on Dr. McGill visit www.backfitpro.com

Visit www.msk-plus.ca/Courses.htm for more information and online registration, or email info@msk-plus.ca for more details.

See you there!

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Thinking About Thoughts

jcubos — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:00:19 +0000

Do our attitudes and beliefs about the cause of back pain influence the treatment decisions we make and how do these reflect in patient improvement, or lack of it?

The above question is just one reason why I am looking forward to the 7th Interdisciplinary World Congress on Low Back and Pelvic Pain. Among other “questions”, answers (or at least directions) to the above will be addressed throughout this congress. Here’s a look at the preliminary program.

What are your thoughts on the above question?

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Ultimate Hockey Development

jcubos — Wed, 19 May 2010 16:11:53 +0000

Just wanted to give you all a heads up on Hockey Develepment Program, a new website by professional strength and conditioning coach, Kevin Neeld. Along with such professionals as Eric Cressey, Nick Tumminello, Chris Boyko, and Kim McCullough, I was asked to do an interview for this site.

Some of the topics I talk about are:

The #1 injury in men’s and women’s hockey and the long-term implications no one is talking about

Preventing the injury that can end your career

Pain vs. healing: How returning too quick can put you right back in the stands

Assessments that you can use to identify performance limitations and injury risk factors

How to minimize your risk of hip flexor and groin strains and what to do if you do suffer one of these injuries

How to minimize your risk of suffering a hip labral tear and sports hernia

If you are a hockey coach, strength and conditioning specialist, medical professional, or hockey dad, I highly suggest you visit The Hockey Development Coaching Program!

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Deep Thoughts

jcubos — Sun, 16 May 2010 06:35:22 +0000

Time To Put Away The Magic Bullet Theory of Back Pain by Peter O’Sullivan

Developmental Kinesiology and Client Assessment by Patrick Ward

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When, Not What!

jcubos — Fri, 14 May 2010 02:08:00 +0000

A little while back my post on “What are the best core exercises…” generated some insightful thoughts from my peers that generally led to the assertion that this is not an easy question to answer. If you have yet to read the post and its discussions, I highly suggest you do so.

As you can (hopefully) see, in order to effectively answer the above question, you must first start with the statement “IT DEPENDS”. As such, I have come to the realization that we should in fact be asking…

WHEN, NOT WHAT!

Here are some common questions to illustrate my point:

What is the best core exercise that all athletes should be doing?
What is the orthopaedic special test for a SLAP lesion?
What is the best technique to increase a person’s hip range of motion in extension?
What is the most ideal screening system for athletes?

If we take the above questions, replaced “What” with “When“, and made a few modifications, we can now better make informed decisions for our clients, patients, and athletes.

WHEN should I incorporate abdominal bracing as opposed to rolling as opposed to deadlifting?
WHEN should I use the Resisted Supination External Rotation test as opposed to the Anterior Slide test?
WHEN should I utilize active isolated stretching as opposed to active release techniques?
WHEN should I perform the Functional Movement Screen as opposed to the Selective Functional Movement Assessment?

I hope you all understand the point I am trying to make. There is no clear cut answer. So next time you are asking yourself, a colleague, or a mentor a question, it may be wiser to ask

WHEN, NOT WHAT!

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Research Review Service for Fitness Professionals

jcubos — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 19:04:38 +0000

As some of you may know, I am a contributer to a continuing education resource called Research Review Service. This website has traditionally been servicing health professionals and manual therapists worldwide. Fortunately for the strength & conditioning professionals, they have recently launched a new resource.

So for those of you looking to stay up to date with your prescribed training programs and exercises, I highly suggest you subscribe to this service. If you would like to see some brief examples of my written contributions, just type in “Research Review Service” in the search panel above, or click here.

Disclaimer: As mentioned above, I am a contributer to this service and am part of the affiliate program

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