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A Critical Review of Spinal Manual Therapy for People with Osteoporosis

A Critical Review of Spinal Manual Therapy for People with Osteoporosis

A Critical Review of Spinal Manual Therapy for People with Osteoporosis

Jul 19, 2021 - 19:00 (EDT)
1 hour

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Overview:

We conducted a critical review about the safety and applicability of spinal manual therapy for people with osteoporosis by reviewing biomechanical and clinical literature. We found the force produced on the spine during manual therapy varies widely, and the three identified clinical studies reported few adverse events with Grade III/IV mobilizations, and participants experienced some benefits to pain and function.

 

Speaker:

Dr. Caitlin McArthur is an Assistant Professor at Dalhousie University. Her research focuses on improving the effectiveness of and access to rehabilitation for people living with chronic health conditions across the continuum of care, particularly home and long-term care. She is interested in fall and fracture prevention and improving functional mobility for clinically complex older adults. She completed her MScPT at the University of Toronto, and her PhD at the University of Waterloo with a specialization in Aging, Health, and Well-being.

 

Webinar Details:

  • Date: Monday, July 19, 2021
  • Time: 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. EDT
  • Price: Free for CPA members; $20 for non-CPA members

 

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The instructors
Caitlin McArthur
PhD, MScPT, BSc (KIN)
Caitlin is a registered physiotherapist and Assistant Professor at Dalhousie University in the School of Physiotherapy. She completed her PhD in the Kinesiology department at the University of Waterloo with a specialization in Aging, Health, and Well-being. Caitlin’s research focuses on falls, fractures, and functional mobility in home and long-term care. She also has expertise in bone health, exercise, and physical activity. Caitlin is the recipient of several awards including a CIHR Fellowship and the Canadian Physiotherapy Association’s Silver Quill Award.

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