Shin Splints Online Course (1 CE Hour)

Description

Shin splints affect millions of active individuals and sedentary populations alike, making effective treatment skills essential for healthcare practitioners. This intensive 1.5-hour continuing education course provides a thorough exploration of lower extremity biomechanics and evidence-based treatment approaches for both anterior and posterior shin splints.

What You’ll Master

Biomechanical Foundation

• Normal lower extremity mechanics and movement patterns
• Pathomechanic dysfunction leading to shin splint development
• The critical relationship between overpronation and shin splints

Clinical Assessment Skills

• Differential assessment between anterior and posterior shin splints
• Precise palpation techniques for the tibialis anterior and tibialis posterior muscles
• Anatomical landmarks, muscle attachments, and functional testing methods

Evidence-Based Treatment Protocols

• Progressive stretching techniques tailored to affected muscle groups
• Targeted foam rolling release strategies
• Strengthening protocols to address underlying muscle imbalances
• Grade IV (slow-oscillation) joint mobilization techniques for optimal joint function

Course Delivery

This comprehensive program combines detailed written materials with multiple high-definition video demonstrations, ensuring you can confidently apply these techniques in clinical practice. Each treatment method is demonstrated step-by-step, with clear explanations of proper hand placement, patient positioning, and progression guidelines.

Learning Outcomes

By course completion, you’ll possess the knowledge and practical skills needed to effectively assess, treat, and prevent shin splints in diverse client populations, enhancing your clinical outcomes and client satisfaction.

Course Features:

• 100% online, self-paced learning

• Instant access to your NCBTMB certificate upon passing

• Certificates remain permanently accessible in your account

AND MORE…