EDUCATION

REHABILITATIVE ULTRASOUND IMAGING RESIDENCY MODULE;

LUMBOPELVIC REGION

The focus of this residency module is to teach participants the basic knowledge and skills necessary for the generation and interpretation of real time ultrasound images of the deep muscles of the lumbopelvic region. The primary focus will be practical ultrasound image generation and interpretation. This will include:

• Introduction to the technical aspects of ultrasound imaging as it applies to imaging muscle contraction in the lumbopelvic region.
• Imaging specifics for the abdominal wall (external and internal oblique, transversus abdominis and rectus abdominis), pelvic floor muscles (abdominal approach), lumbar multifidus and the associated fascia.
• Improvement of palpatory skills for TA, PFM (abdominal) and dMF activation, confirmation with USI.

In addition participants will have the opportunity to see the following concepts/techniques applied clinically by observing therapists assessing and treating patients.

• Overview of contemporary approaches regarding lumbopelvic dysfunction, and postural control. ␣ Evidenced based assessment of load transfer through the lumbopelvic region.
• Discussion of the literature surrounding the topic of spinal postural control.
• Review of the anatomy and neurophysiological characteristics of the muscles responsible for postural control of the lumbopelvic region.
• Correlation of load transfer & muscle activation assessment findings, through to treatment plan development.
• Facilitation strategies for activation of TA, PFM, and dMF, confirmation with USI
• Down training strategies for global muscle hypertonicity

SPECIFIC DETAILS

Format

• Four days (Monday – Thursday) - total of 24 hrs.
• Instruction will be done in a 1:1 format with Jackie Whittaker.
• The initial day will involve approximately 2 hours of lecture, orientation and 4 hours of practical intervention.
• The remaining three days will involve 6 hours on practical intervention (including interaction with patients) as well as time to review and expand on concepts visited in the practical session.
• Residents will be assigned pre as well as daily reading which will serve to facilitate the learning process.

COST

• $1300.00 CND

APPLICATION PROCESS

To apply for the residency program please follow the steps below.

STEP 1.

Please submit the online form below and mail a current CV and a $500 CND deposit (cheque or money order) to;

Whittaker Physiotherapist Consulting
#101 12761-16th Ave
Surrey, BC V4A 1N2

**Please Note: all funds must be in Canadian Funds.**

STEP 2.

Once your CV and deposit are received we will contact you by email to discuss possible dates for attendance.

STEP 3.

When the dates for the residency have been set the following items must be addressed and their proof received one month before the residency program begins.

• Proof of malpractice insurance, ($5,000,000.00) for the period and jurisdiction (British Columbia, Canada) of the residency module. If your current malpractice insurance is not valid for the period or jurisdiction contact the Canadian Physiotherapy Association at www.physiotherapy.ca or 1-800-387-8679 and ask about temporary insurance.
• Proof of a courtesy membership from your specific professional association, (i.e. the College of Physical Therapists of BC, or the British Columbia Medical Association) in British Columbia
• a. www.cptbc.org , 1-604-730-9193
• www.bcma.ca , 1-800-665-2262
• The balance of the cost of the residency ($800.00).

PLEASE NOTE that proof of malpractice insurance and a courtesy membership must be received 1 month prior to attending the residency program and that the process of attaining this proof may take up to 6 – 8 weeks.

For further details please contact

Application Form

Name:	* (First) * (Last)
Clinic Affiliation:	*
Address:	(Apt)
	* (Street) * (City) * (Province / State) * (Country) * (Postal code)
Phone:	*
Fax:
Your Email:	*
List of Potential Dates (Monday - Thursday):	* Please include 2-3. Please take into consideration that proof of malpractice insurance and a courtesy membership must be received 1 month prior to attending the residency program and that the process of attaining this proof may take up to 6 – 8 weeks.
Outline your goals for this residency period:	* You must limit your entry to 500 words. Please ensure that you include any experience / exposure to ultrasound imaging.
	I have read and agree to the terms of the Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy Persons withdrawing their application after we have reviewed the application and contacted them to discuss possible dates for the residency will be reimbursed the $500.00 deposit minus a $50.00 administration fee. Persons withdrawing their application after the dates of the residency program have been agreed upon by both parties will not be reimbursed the $500.00 deposit. Therefore it is important that applicants have contacted the appropriate licensing and insurance parties to ensure that they are going to be able to meet the requirements of Step 3 of the application process before securing these dates. Further that they meet the one month deadline for the proof of insurance and license to practice in BC as well as for final payment. Persons cancelling their registration after the proof of insurance and license to practice in BC and final payment has been made (within the last month prior to the program) will not receive reimbursement of the cost of the residency program. We will however work with these persons to attempt to secure alternative dates for their attendance. [ Hide Cancellation Policy ]

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