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presented by Phil Plisky, PT, DSc, OCS, ATC, CSCS
Financial: Phil Plisky receives compensation from MedBridge for this course. He receives compensation from Professional Rebellion and is an equity partner in Functional Movement Systems. There is no financial interest beyond that.
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Phil Plisky, PT, DSc, OCS, ATC, CSCS
Phil Plisky is a professor in the University of Evansville's Doctor of Physical Therapy program and the cofounder of Professional Rebellion, a community dedicated to helping rehabilitation providers create the careers of their dreams. His mission is to advance rehabilitation by inspiring those with the power to change it. He does this as a faculty…
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1. Discharge and Return-to-Sport Testing Introduction: Upper Body
While there is limited research on upper extremity discharge and return-to-sport testing, there is substantial evidence about risk factors for injury, particularly with the overhead athlete.
2. Upper Body Closed Kinetic Chain Testing
While most upper-extremity function occurs in the open kinetic chain, closed kinetic chain testing can provide essential information about the mobility and stability of the upper extremity.
3. Upper Body Power Testing
The ability to generate upper-extremity power is important for function and sport performance. This chapter explores the research and how to perform power testing in the upper body.
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