CHEK Institute – Spinal Structures & Function

Description Of Spinal Structures & Function

Explore how the spine evolved to support survival, and the formative forces in its evolutionary and embryological development. With this understanding, you will be able to build a picture of what happens if things go wrong; when injuries occur; when repetitive loading compromises tissue function; or pain inhibits muscle activation.

Although we may take it for granted, the evolution of the spine was a revelation in animal movement, opening the potential for more effective locomotion through the three dimensions of space without the body folding in on itself.

In Spinal Structures & Function you will explore how the spine evolved to support survival, and the formative forces in its evolutionary and embryological development. With this understanding, you will be able to build a picture of what happens if things go wrong; when injuries occur; when repetitive loading compromises tissue function; or pain inhibits muscle activation.

With cutting edge insights and evaluation of some of the more controversial elements of current spinal research, Spinal Structures & Function will show you that it is impossible to develop a real-world understanding of spinal health by simply looking down the microscope or crunching the data.

The course is built on the most recent neurophysiological understandings around spinal function and the multiplicity of lifestyle and emotional factors that can contribute to, or detract from, this functioning.

Although the course covers a broad range of standard orthopedic spinal conditions, it is not just about injuries or rehabilitation, but also about performance and getting the most out of your spine in sports or activities of daily living.

What you’ll learn in Spinal Structures & Function

• How to apply the Phase Progressions model of exercise in rehabilitation and conditioning of the spine
• Key factors to effectively work with people experiencing spinal pain.
• In-depth applied information on 8 of the most common spinal conditions you’re likely to encounter with your clients.
• How allostatic load plays a key role in predisposition to spinal injury, and also in managing a return to full function.
• Why “core stability” has undergone much criticism; and why it’s still critical to understand in context and to deploy at the right time.
• How to apply the CHEK Success Formula to spinal rehabilitation and conditioning

Successfully understanding the spine is not only about learning anatomy, movements or injuries, but is about gaining a working knowledge of how spinal function can be optimized to effectively transfer force between the legs and the arms for peak performance. It is about understanding the spine’s role, not just in the musculoskeletal system, but within the system of systems that is the human body. This is why the CHEK approach to Spinal Structures and Function is like no other course in this field – it’s the spine seen through the uniquely holistic, integrated lens of the CHEK Institute.

About CHEK Institute

The CHEK Institute offers fitness and healthcare professionals a uniquely integrated and holistic approach to health, fitness and well-being. Whether you wish to advance your professional development at home with correspondence courses – both DVD and 100% online – books, audio programs and DVDs, or attend a live seminar or multi-day training programs, the CHEK Institute is the place to help you further your skills and knowledge.

The CHEK Institute’s approach to functional exercise and optimal health was developed by the founder, Paul Chek and is based on his 30 years of clinical practice working with clients from all walks of life, as well as his diverse educational background as a Holistic Health Practitioner, Neuromuscular and Sports Massage Therapist. Paul’s methods are truly holistic, viewing the body as a system of systems – a fully integrated unit where physical, hormonal, mental, emotional and spiritual components must be considered.

The CHEK Institute’s four Advanced Training Programs include CHEK Exercise Coach, the four-level CHEK Practitioner Program, the Golf Performance Specialist Program and the three-level CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Program. Whether your interests are corrective exercise, sports-specific conditioning, post-rehabilitation, lifestyle modification, stress management or holistic nutrition, the CHEK Institute has a program that will interest you!

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