Lower Limb Biomechanics Advanced I & II Workshop

Presented by: Howard Dananberg, DPM

The 2 day Advanced course is comprised of the Advanced I course presented by Dr Brian Hoke and the Advanced 2 course presented by Howard Dananberg DPM.

Named among the most influential Podiatrists in America by Podiatry Management Magazine, and is a founding member of the Vasyli Think Tank™.

Howard is renowned for his work in the development of the concepts associated with Functional Hallux Limitus. His published articles on Sagittal Plane Biomechanics, his patented Kinetic wedge and work on gait-related back pain is recognized world wide. His patented invention of Insolia® - designed to alleviate foot, leg and back pain in women's heeled shoes, is distributed around the world.

Content in this course includes:

Basics of Sagittal Plane Theory Power of Motion
Concepts in sagittal plane motion
Use of orthotics in the management of Functional Hallux Limitus (Fhl)
Clinical entities (hallux limitus, plantar fasciitis, Posterior Tibial Tendonitis)
Anatomy and Pathology of the Lower Back
Theory of Chronic low back pain (CLBP) and sagittal plane restriction
Evaluation of Leg Length Discrepancy both anatomical and functional
Practical: Manipulation of the Lower Extremity, Ankle - Cuboid - Proximal Tibia - 1st MTP joint
Concepts in patient assessment
Orthotic prescription

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

Participants will gain a thorough knowledge of Sagittal plane biomechanical function, its importance in Gait and its relationship to many common postural pathologies including Chronic low back pain (CLBP)
Lower limb manipulation techniques to improve orthotic prescription and patient outcomes will be learned

2010 Schedule of Events

September 2010
City	Date	Location	Time	Map
Atlanta	Thursday, September 23rd and 24th	New Patterson Medical Branch Office 1775 W. Oak Parkway suite 500, Marrietta, GA	8am - 4pm	View Map
October 2010
Chicago	Thursday, Friday October 14th and 15th	Hampton Inn 33 West Illinois, Chicago IL 60654	8am - 4pm	View Map

Workshop Program Day 1

Time		Hours
07:30 – 08:00am	Registration
08:00 – 10:00am	Theory Overview of physiology Patient Evaluation Techniques – History taking – Being a good “detective” Special foot types- Geriatric/hypomobile/diabetic/Pediatric Injury evaluation – Differentiating the symptoms	2
10:00 – 10:30am	Break
10:30am – 12:30pm	Theory & Practical Case studies and “live” evaluations Manual Therapy Techniques Gait analysis as an evaluation tool – what are you looking for?	2
12:30 – 1:15pm	Lunch
1:15 - 02:15 pm	Practical Taping techniques – Discussion, demonstration and hands on practical session (to include Low Dye, Augmented sports taping etc)	1
01:00 – 02:00pm	Assessment and Diagnosis of Forefoot Conditions - Theory Mechanics of Forefoot Motion Forefoot neutral positioning and assessment Practical Forefoot Measurement techniques 1st Ray assessment and measurement Functional Hallux Limitus	1
02:15 - 02:30 pm	Break
02:30 pm - 4:00 pm	theory & practical Advanced orthotic posting – The “Why, When and How” Practical posting session- With the use of “live” or “paper” patients Review of Footwear “Tips & Tricks” to better patient outcomes	1.5
	Total Course Hours	6.5

Workshop Program Day 2