A Holistic Scientific Approach: Dr. Andry Vleeming, PhD

Course Content/Objectives
The etiology of lumbopelvic pain has received much attention in this century due to the prevalence and economic impact of this condition. Often, the focus of investigation and treatment has been based on topographic anatomy with the goal being to identify the specific pain generating structure (i.e. disc, facet, ligament, muscle). This model has lead to diagnoses that are tissue specific - iliolumbar ligament syndrome, piriformis muscle syndrome. When the faulty structure cannot be identified, diagnoses such as nonspecific low back pain and idiopathic soft tissue disorders are offered.
This course strives to answer the diagnostic question

Where is the pain coming from?
What kind of pain
Why is this happening?
Also are their maladaptive patterns?

Recently, the focus of research has switched from an anatomical to a functional emphasis. Consequently, a model of how load is transferred through the lumbopelvic region has developed, and furthermore, proposals of how the system can break down have emerged. Clinically, specific tests have been developed to evaluate the function of the lumbopelvic region paying less attention to solely pain and more to biomechanical principles.

Course Venue: Limerick
Course Cost: €375 / €350 Early Registration