Advanced Training in Therapeutic Massage, Bodywork and Aquatics
 

KINNAIRD SEMINARS WORKSHOPS IN
AQUATIC THERAPY AND REHABILITATION

Whether you're just getting started or a seasoned pro, we have a workshop for you . . . with ideas you can put to work right away.  

 

 

Introductory Workshop on Aquatic Therapy

A 2-1/2 day workshop for therapists interested in developing introductory and intermediate skills in aquatic rehabilitation.

Our hands-on, progressive approach teaches skills you can implement immediately with patients and clients.

Classroom information and pool labs promote the highest standards of the aquatic therapy and rehabilitation industry. Contact us about a workshop in your town or facility.

 

Workshop Outline




          

            

              
 

              
Day
              One (6:00pm
              - 9:00pm)

              
· Registration
· Hydrodynamics applied to rehabilitation
· Indications and Contraindications
· Uses of Aquatic Therapy techniques

            

          



          

          

            
Day Two (8:00am - 5:00pm)
· Aquatic Therapy for orthopedic and arthritic conditions
. Exploring Watsu® and Jahara®
· Trunk Act - passive stretches and massage
. Altered body shapes and density
. Introduction to Bad Ragaz Ring Method
. Extremity mobilization techniques
· Proprioception, PNF patterns
· Extremity strengthening

          



          

            
Day Three (8:00am - 5:00pm)

· Introduction to Halliwick Technique
· Progressive Foundation Building:
  pelvic/trunk stabilization, balance, exercises 
  for upper and lower extremities
· Balance and gait training
· Functional Integrations 
· Creating functional progressive programs

 

Exclusive Kinnaird Seminars Presentations:

 

Trunk Act

Thoracic myofascial manipulation for postural integrity and injury recovery

 

Description

The ribcage is a crucial element of spinal alignment and erect posture. Water, supporting gentle manipulation in all dimensions, is an ideal medium for restoring relationships between thoracic elements ­ ribs, vertebral column, sternum, shoulder girdle, muscles and fascia - for improved posture and post-trauma rehabilitation.

 

Objective

Discuss:

1. the role of the thorax in posture
2. how the thorax is affected by trauma and posture
3. a system of myofascial manipulation to help restore thoracic integrity

 

Progressive Foundation Building

PART 1 ­

BOARD GAMES
Flotation-board exercises for balance, coordination and flexibility

Description

This functionally-progressive system of shallow and deep-water exercises begins with a deceptively simple set of movements, then progresses to major challenges to balance, coordination, flexibility and strength.

Board Games 1 focuses on the Pelvic Girdle, Trunk and Lower Extremities; Board Games 2 integrates the Shoulder Girdle, Upper Extremities and Cervical Region into the program.

These exercises are effective for low-back pain, surgical prehab and rehab, musculoskeletal injuries and dysfunctions, and chronic neuromuscular dysfunctions, including CVA, muscular dystrophy and multiple sclerosis.

 

Board Games 1: Pelvic Girdle, Trunk and Lower Extremities

Objective

Use a flotation board to:

1. develop pelvic/trunk stability, balance, coordination, flexibility and strength
2. enhance lower-extremity flexibility
3. develop strength in muscles of the distal lower extremities

 

Board Games 2: Shoulder Girdle, Upper Extremities and Cervical Region

Objective

Optimize the objectives of Board Games by:

1. integrating shoulder-girdle muscular support into posture and movement
2. developing a functional base for enhanced upper-extremity range of motion
3. improving cervical range of motion and reducing neck pain

 

 PART 2 ­

TERPSI-TECHNIC
Functionally-progressive exercise for posture, balance and lower extremity functions

Description

Basic principles of martial arts ­ (move from the hara and extend chi), combined with movements resembling familiar dance steps to exercise all muscle groups of the lower extremity. Effective for low-back pain, surgery prehab and rehab, and enhancing function in persons with neuromuscular impairments. Functional progressions move from (1) deep-water movement to (2) weight-bearing activities in shallower water, varying repetitions, speed and depth, and (3) to land.

            Objective
1. strengthen muscles for appropriate lower-extremity joint alignment
2. stabilize the pelvis and move from the hara
4. use chi
3. increase flexibility
4. improve coordination
5. improve balance
6. increase functional strength

 

 

 

 

SCI: FI
Spinal Cord Injury: Functional Integrations 

    Description

A practical approach to making the transition from hospital to outpatient aquatic rehab, then to maximum independence in a community aquatic program, integrating Watsu®, Bad Ragaz Ring Method, Halliwick Technique, and Burdenko Method, and the instructor's own techniques, to progressively enhance function and strength.

   Objective
1. identify indications, contraindications and precautions for aquatic therapy with SCI patients
2. apply a functionally-progressive variety of techniques for treatment of SCI
3.select and demonstrate typical and adaptive uses of various kinds of aquatic equipment
4. demonstrate exercises to help SCI patients progress to higher levels of function and independence
5. discuss psychological benefits of aquatic therapy

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