Rationale Use of Manipulation in Cervical Spine Disorders Timothy W. Flynn, PT, PhD Board Certified in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists
Session Description: There is always risk associated with the management of patient with head and neck disorders. Frequently injury to the vertebral artery is mentioned as a complication of cervical manipulation. Controversy continues on the magnitude of that risk and often to the exclusion of potentially more common risks such as missed diagnosis. The purpose of this session is the to review the current literature and discuss a framework of best practice risk in context when managing individuals with head and neck complaints.
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Dr. Flynn is an expert clinician and owner of Colorado Physical Therapy Specialists where he is dedicated to providing the highest quality care possible. His primary clientele is made up of individuals suffering from low back pain, chronic spinal disorders, failed back surgeries, and chronic pain disorders. He is on the executive board of Evidence in Motion Institute for Health Professions, which passionately promotes a culture of evidence-based practice within the physical therapy profession. Dr. Flynn is the immediate past President of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists and an Associate Editor for the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy (JOSPT). He is a Distinguished Professor at Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions where he teaches professional and post-professional students in the area of musculoskeletal management, advanced manipulation skills, and evidence based practice.
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