“Advances in Physiotherapy Education” (APTE) & Dr.Kakkar’s Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation Centre bring you MTS-1: Introduction to Examination and Manual Therapy of the Spine. A 5-day seminar emphasizing evidence-based manual physical therapy approach to the evaluation and treatment of spinal pain and dysfunction. Seminar will include – introduction to the science of manual therapy, principles of functional anatomy, joint biomechanics, and current evidence in treatment of patients with spinal pain and dysfunction. Participants will learn comprehensive evaluation of patients with spinal pain, within the paradigm of manual physical therapy. Special emphasis is placed on hands-on instruction in manual assessment and treatment techniques for the whole spine, including sacroiliac joints. Seminar will also include a brief discussion on the concept of spinal stabilization exercises and importance of “Back School”, in the management of spinal pain and disability. At the conclusion of the seminar, participants should feel confident to examine & treat most common spinal conditions.Resource person: Vikas Johri, BSc (H) PT, MTC, MIAP, DrPT (University of St. Augustine, US), FAAOMPT is the President of “Advances in Physiotherapy Education” (APTE).His initial postgraduate training in Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy was under Freddy Kaltenborn and Olaf Evjenth at Oakland University, Rochester, Michigan. He also trained under Dr. Stanley Paris at University of St. Augustine, Florida, completing advanced certification in manual therapy. He furthered his training by completing fellowship in manual therapy with American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists. He also has a doctorate degree in physiotherapy with emphasis on manual therapy and orthopaedic rehabilitation from University of St. Augustine, Florida.Venue: Vashi, Navi Mumbai,India.Date: 3rd May 2012 – 7th may 2012Time: 9 am to 4:30 pmFees: 9000/- (inclusive of tuition fee & meals)Max seats: 32Last date of registration 15th April 2012.Contact person: Dr. Komal Panjwani-9619051888 Dr.Vivek Kakkar – 9820011774Email: [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]