Maximizing Neural Mobility in the Upper Extremity (Recorded Webinar)
Presented by Ann Porretto-Loehrke
Nonfinancial: Ann Porretto-Loehrke is an instructor for the International Academy of Orthopedic Medicine—US
This course is a recording of a previously hosted live webinar event. Polling and question submission features are not available for this recording. Format and structure may differ from standard Medbridge courses.
Think outside of the box to optimize your outcomes with patients with upper extremity nerve entrapments. This webinar summarizes the current literature supporting the benefits of neural mobilization and how posture-related issues can contribute to distal nerve issues. Learn how to address soft-tissue restrictions along the infrasternal angle, latissimus dorsi, and hip flexors that can significantly contribute to adverse neural tension in the upper extremity. This course also covers the most up-to-date research regarding median nerve gliding for carpal tunnel syndrome.
Meet your instructor
Ann Porretto-Loehrke
Ann Porretto-Loehrke is a skilled clinician with a passion for teaching and clinical treatment of upper extremity disorders. She has been practicing for 30 years and teaching continuing education courses for the past 20. She is the clinical development coordinator at the Hand to Shoulder Center in Appleton, Wisconsin. Ann is…
Chapters & learning objectives
1. The Benefits of Neural Mobilization
Chapter 1 goes over benefits of nerve gliding in general from a biomechanical and neurophysiological standpoint.
2. Opening the Soft-Tissue Container: The Game Changer
Chapter 2 will talk about posture issues related to upper extremity nerve entrapments. Viewers will understand the importance of opening the soft-tissue container to promote improved blood flow prior to initiating nerve gliding. Assessment and treatment of first-rib hypomobility and stiffness of the pectoralis minor, rectus abdominis, and hip flexors will be mentioned. Techniques that can be performed in the clinic will be demonstrated, as will ideas for home programs.
3. Neural Mobilization for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)
Chapter 3 will cover the systematic reviews and clinical practice guidelines addressing neural mobilization for carpal tunnel syndrome. It will also introduce studies with specific techniques that can be easily implemented into practice. Finally, this chapter includes a question and answer session.
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