CONFERENCE PROGRAMME

The session will discuss the impact on individuals of role change and how the concepts of identity and belonging can be applied to experiences of neurodivergent practitioners. The material will include outcomes of both speakers PhD studies highlighted with evidence based insights from literature

Introduction - Importance of strength training for older adults. - Parameters required for an exercise to result in increased muscle strength. Challenges in Older Adult Strength Training - Physical limitations: mobility, joint pain, balance. - Psychological barriers: fear of injury, low confidence. Effective Regressions and Adaptations - Modifying exercises around the environment and available equipment. - Parameters that can be adapted with a strengthening program. - Psychological strategies to increase older adult's confidence levels. Case Studies - Success stories of older adults benefiting from tailored programs. - Demonstration of regression techniques and adaptations. Conclusion

The origin of 10,000 steps is likely to be a similar story to the 5-a-day fruit and veg message, it’s a marketing tool. In this instance is probably brought about by the rise in the use of smartwatche ...

More and more patients are recognising challenges that align with neurodiversity such as ASD & ADHD (the most common) albeit with or without a diagnosis and it is our responsibility under the UK Equal ...

This session will explore working with clients with Hypermobility and providing practical advice which you can implement directly into your clinic when dealing with this client group. The presentation ...

Manual therapy gets a bad rap on social media, and yet most practitioners who use it say they get good results.  So, what’s going on?  Is manual therapy a waste of time or a cure-all?  In this lecture ...

The clinical and ethical implications of dysfunction

This presentation will expose the problems with clinical anatomy as it is commonly taught to therapists and propose the introduction of the language and visual tools of functional anatomy.

An opportunity exists to change the way you plan and deliver a shoulder rehabilitation strategy to get far greater success for your clients. In this presentation Tim will share the process they have used at Dynamic Shoulders to successfully recondition the shoulders of hundreds of fitness enthusiasts and performance minded people. His clients are most often people who have often had long-standing problems, who have tried multiple attempts at rehabilitation only to fail to achieve the outcomes they desired. The Dynamic Shoulders team has now consistently worked with their clients to deliver outstanding outcomes meaning they can not only return to full training or sport but stay there for the long-term, and continue to progress their performance.

Dawn Morse of Core Elements Training, will introduce the modality of Dry Cupping from a western perspective. Application of clinical use will be discussed along with the key benefits of treatment and demonstration of use.

Can pathology of the cervical spine be a potential cause of shoulder pain or is pathology of the shoulder complex a potential cause of cervical spine pain? 

The Reflex (Taylor) Hammer was originally designed in 1988 by John Madison Taylor and is such a simple but effective way of assessing the neurological system!  Reflex tests are taught on some soft tis ...

The use of Gait Analysis to prescribe running shoes is based on flawed & outdated principles. Looking at running biomechanics to improve running performance or reduce risk of injury is also full of is ...

Hip pain is common.  Younger patients often fear groin injury, while older patients assume they need a joint replacement.  In this lecture we will look at the assessment and treatment of painful hip c ...

Dawn Morse of Core Elements Training, will introduce the modality of Dry Needling therapy. Application of clinical use will be discussed along with the key benefits of treatment and demonstration of use.

Come and jump on a couch and get a free 10-minute treatment with the RockPods, RockBlades, RockWave or get taped up.

Technique Demonstrations from our most popular course. We will have some spare tools for you to have a try too.

In this session we will show what you can see on an ultrasound scan when assessing the shoulder. It’s a real insight into the anatomical relationships between structures and how they glide across each ...

Our RockPods Cupping courses with Daniel Lawrence have been selling out across the UK. Come and watch Daniel push the boundaries of what you thought cupping could achieve.

In the ever-evolving world of healthcare, becoming better at managing pain not only enhances your reputation but also elevates your success. Join us for an empowering journey into Dermo Neuro Modulati ...

Technique Demonstrations from our most popular course. We will have some spare tools for you to have a try too.

An introduction into vocal massage therapy, demonstration of techniques and the benefits. Plus - self vocal massage techniques to try on yourself.

Our RockPods Cupping courses with Daniel Lawrence have been selling out across the UK. Come and watch Daniel push the boundaries of what you thought cupping could achieve.

Come and join in a mini taping class where you can lean to apply the three most popular RockTape applications for pain relief and posture.