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The Pelvis - a Two-Part Webinar

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Sport First Responder

First responder course recognized by SPC and the Canadian Red Cross Events [read more]

Jun

1

Foot and Ankle Course

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Jun

9

Neck/Shoulder Dysfunction and Treatment – Integrating the Articular, Muscular and Neural Component

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Jun

13

Canadian Therapeutic Recreation Association - National Conference

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Jun

16

Expanding Your Manual Therapy Skill Set

This course will offer physiotherapists a variety of manual therapy techniques aimed at supplementing existing assessment and treatment. Events [read more]

Jun

22

McKenzie Method Part A – The Lumbar Spine, MDT (Mechanical Diagnosis & Therapy)

Theoretical aspects and concepts of the McKenzie Method in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy, as applied in the examination and treatment of patients with complaints of low back and related referred pain. Events [read more]

Sep

8

Mulligan Lower Quadrant

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Sep

13

Osteopathy training program

Course includes myofascial, visceral, cranial techniques, specific osteoarticular adjustments and clinical methodology. Events [read more]

Sep

28

Cancer Rehabilitation:  Functional Problems and Rehabilitation Interventions

Overview of Functional Problems in Patients with Cancer and Implications for Rehabilitation Interventions Events [read more]

Sep

30

IFOMPT 2012

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Sport First Responder

Dates: Friday, June 01, 2012 - Sunday, June 03, 2012

Course Sponsor/Host: Sport Physiotherapy Canada - NS Section
Location: TBA
Registration Dates: TBA
Registration Fees: $475+HST for SPC Members
Description:

COURSE  INFORMATION: 

This is a 3-day  lecture and practical course (the first 2 days for those requiring recertification only) that meets the requirements of the Canadian Red Cross Society and
Sport Physiotherapy Canada for First Responder Certification.   

The examples/scenarios used will be sportspecific to enhance the learning of all participants with regard to event coverage situations (whether planning to challenge the SPC Certificate/Diploma exams or not). 


At the end of the course, the participant will:  

      
  • Complete a standardized written exam to meet national Canadian Red Cross standards 
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  • Have an enhanced ability to respond to emergency situations on-site (ie: head injuries, bleeds, fractures) 
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  • Be trained to use oxygen and an Automated External Defibrillator 
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  • Be able to transfer players onto spinal boards effectively (including rolls) 


*Please note that First Responder Certification must be renewed every 3 years 

INSTRUCTOR: 

Agnes Makowski,
Past Chairperson – SPC

Registration information is online under the course listings at http://www.sportphysio.ca

Questions can be directed to the national office at (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) OR to Laura Lundquist, SPC-NS Chair, at (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)


 


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