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  • Course on Diacutaneous Fibrolysis: Kurt-Ekman Method

Course on Diacutaneous Fibrolysis: Kurt-Ekman Method

  • 4 ECTS
  • March 20-21-22, 2020 ; Mayo 29-30-31, 2020
  • € 392
  • Campus Sant Cugat
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Module 1

  • Presentation of the course, objectives and content:
    • Introduction to Diacutaneous Fibrolysis.
    • Indications and contraindications of Diacutaneous Fibrolysis.
    • Application techniques: Classic “hooking” technique, vertical traction, “star” technique, inverted technique and periosteal scratching.
    • Effects: Mechanical, circulatory, neurophysiological.
    • Soft tissue dysfunction: Contractile and non-contractile dysfunction. Clinical characteristics, assessment and treatment approach, accessory motion and connective tissue dysfunction.
  • Evaluation of the dysfunction:
    • Symptom location test.
    • Muscle length, muscle extensibility and compartment test.
    • Points of maximum tension.
    • Strength test.
    • Practical application on the lower limb.
  • Diacutaneous Fibrolysis approach on the thigh and knee, anatomical localisation, evaluation, Diacutaneous Fibrolysis treatment, integrated clinical cases and clinical applications:
    • Patellofemoral pain syndrome.
    • Iliotibial band syndrome.
    • Menisci and ligament dysfunction.
    • Post-surgical approach.
    • Approach to tears.
    • Scars.
    • Patellar tendinitis.
  • Diacutaneous Fibrolysis approach on the leg, ankle and foot region, anatomical localisation, evaluation, Diacutaneous Fibrolysis treatment, integrated clinical cases and clinical applications:
    • Gastrocnemius, soleus and plantaris dysfunction.
    • Tibial periostitis.
    • Achilles tendinitis.
    • Ligament sprain.
    • Peroneal muscle dysfunction.
    • Finger flexor muscle dysfunction.
    • Plantar fasciitis.
    • Heel spur.
    • Neurodynamic dysfunction.
    • Tarsal tunnel syndrome
    • Morton's neuroma.
  • Diacutaneous Fibrolysis approach on the hip, pelvis and lower back region, anatomical localisation, evaluation, Diacutaneous Fibrolysis treatment, integrated clinical cases and clinical applications:
    • Piriformis syndrome.
    • Sciatica.
    • Bursitis.
    • Approach to iliopsoas dysfunction.
    • Quadratus lumborum.
    • Thoracolumbar fascia.
    • Lower back pain.

Module 2

  • Presentation of Module 2, objectives and content:
    • Supervision of the practical skills acquired in Module 1.
    • Scientific evidence and Diacutaneous Fibrolysis.
  • Diacutaneous Fibrolysis approach on the thoracic region, anatomical localisation, evaluation, Diacutaneous Fibrolysis treatment, integrated clinical cases and clinical applications:
    • Intercostal pain.
    • Interscapular pain.
  • Diacutaneous Fibrolysis approach on the shoulder and arm region, anatomical localisation, evaluation, Diacutaneous Fibrolysis treatment, integrated clinical cases and clinical applications:
    • Tears.
    • Rotator cuff tendinitis.
    • Subacromial impingement syndrome.
    • Triangular space.
    • Triceps brachii muscle.
    • Adhesive capsulitis.
    • Glenohumeral hypomobility.
    • Axillary pouch release.
    • Bicipital tendinitis.
  • Diacutaneous Fibrolysis approach on the elbow, forearm and hand region, anatomical localisation, evaluation, Diacutaneous Fibrolysis treatment, integrated clinical cases and clinical applications:
    • Medial and lateral epicondylitis.
    • Neurodynamic dysfunction at supinator muscle.
    • Pronator teres muscle.
    • Carpel tunnel syndrome.
    • Dupuytren's disease.
    • Synovial cysts.
  • Diacutaneous Fibrolysis approach on special regions, anatomical localisation, evaluation, Diacutaneous Fibrolysis treatment, integrated clinical cases and clinical applications:
    • Cervical Spine:
      • Lateral triangle of the neck.
      • Occipital neuralgia.
      • Cervicogenic headache.
    • Scarpa's Triangle:
      • Hip adductor and iliopsoas dysfunction.
      • Abdominal muscle dysfunction.
      • Dynamic osteopathy of pubis.

Teaching staff

Dr José Miguel Tricas

PhD from the University of Zaragoza. Diploma in Physiotherapy and Nursing. Undergraduate degree in Social and Cultural Anthropology. Postgraduate diploma in Analytical Physiotherapy: Sohier Concept, Specialist diploma in Manual Therapy (OMT). International diploma in the Kaltenborn-Evjenth Concept.

Dr Pablo Fanlo

PhD from the University of Zaragoza. Diploma in Physiotherapy from the University of Zaragoza. Bachelor’s Degree in Physiotherapy from the University of Zaragoza. Undergraduate degree in Social and Cultural Anthropology from the UNED. Master’s Degree in Orthopaedic Manual Therapy (K-E Concept). University Master's Degree in Social Gerontology from the University of Zaragoza. 

Dr Martín Barra

PhD from the University of Zaragoza. Diploma in Physiotherapy from the University of Zaragoza. Bachelor’s Degree in Physiotherapy from the European University of Madrid. Master’s Degree in Primary Care Research from the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Master's Degree in Orthopaedic Manual Therapy from the University of Zaragoza. Adjunct lecturer at the Universitat Internacional de Catalunya. Lecturer in the Master’s Degree in Orthopaedic Manual Therapy. Member of the Physiotherapy Research Unit at the University of Zaragoza since 2006. Principal Investigator for the Study Group on Musculoskeletal Diseases in Primary Care (GEPALAP), accredited by the Jordi Gol University Institute for Primary Care Research (IDIAP) as an emerging research group in 2013. 

Dr Carlos López

PhD from the University of Zaragoza. Diploma in Physiotherapy from the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Bachelor’s Degree in Physiotherapy from the European University of Madrid. Master’s Degree in Primary Care Research from the Miguel Hernández University and Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Master's Degree in Orthopaedic Manual Therapy (K-E Concept) from the University of Zaragoza. Adjunct lecturer at the Universitat Internacional de Catalunya. Lecturer in the Master’s Degree in Orthopaedic Manual Therapy. Member of the Physiotherapy Research Unit at the University of Zaragoza since 2006. Principal Investigator for the Study Group on Musculoskeletal Diseases in Primary Care (GEPALAP), accredited by the Jordi Gol University Institute for Primary Care Research (IDIAP) as an emerging research group in 2013.

 

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