Professional Applied Kinesiology Foundation Modules

Clinical Connections offers a dynamic and integrative approach to learning Applied Kinesiology (AK) through our Professional Applied Kinesiology Foundation Modules (FM). Our courses are uniquely designed to enhance the clinical skills of chiropractors and osteopaths by providing a comprehensive understanding of AK principles and techniques.

Course Overview

Our curriculum has been thoughtfully redesigned to ensure a seamless and user-friendly learning experience, allowing participants to integrate AK methodologies into their clinical practice immediately.

Course Objectives

Enhance Assessment Skills: Master the concepts and applications of AK in the assessment and management of gait and extremity (appendicular skeleton) problems, including sports injuries.
Integrate Theory and Practice: Bridge the gap between clinical concepts, diagnostic approaches, therapeutic techniques, and their practical application in the clinical setting.
Foundations Module 4: Sports Injuries, Extremities, and Accessory Techniques
Module 4 focuses on the role of chiropractic and osteopathic care in relation to the assessment and management of extremity conditions and sports-related injuries. This module provides the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively address biomechanical imbalances and optimise neuromuscular function in “everyday” activity related injuries as well as sports.

Key Topics Covered

The Role of Chiropractic and Osteopathy in Extremity Conditions: Understand the increasing importance of incorporating AK as it relates to common presentations.
Athletic Performance Enhancement: Learn how AK can enhance athletic performance, health, and competitiveness by addressing biomechanical and neuromuscular issues.
Assessment and Diagnosis of Extremity Conditions: Explore AK techniques for evaluating and diagnosing conditions affecting the lower and upper extremities.

Lower Extremity Conditions

• Knee
  • Meniscal Reduction
  • Patellofemoral Tracking
  • Hyperextension
  • ITB Friction Syndrome
  • Popliteus Tendonitis
• Ankle/Foot
  • Foot Pronation
  • Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Positive Support Reaction
  • Functional Hallux Limitus
  • Gait Reflexes
• Upper Extremity Conditions
  • Shoulder
  • Shoulder Joint Motion
  • Acromioclavicular Joint
  • Sternoclavicular Joint
  • Lymphatic Drainage Techniques
  • Glenohumeral Joint
  • Anterior Humeral Head
  • Impingement Syndrome
  • Inferior Humeral Head
  • Slipped Bicipital Tendon
  • Distraction Techniques
• Elbow
  • Tennis Elbow
  • Common Subluxations
• Wrist
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Pisiform Hamate Syndrome

Personalised Learning Approach

Each module is tailored to meet the unique needs of the group, allowing for a flexible and adaptive learning environment. This personalised approach ensures that all participants can master the material at their own pace, leading to better understanding and application of the concepts.

Goal of the Program

Our ultimate goal is to empower practitioners to confidently and proficiently apply the knowledge gained from our modules in their clinical practice immediately. This hands-on training ensures that you are equipped with practical skills that can be implemented with patients right away.

Your Presenters

Dr. Victor Portelli (Chiropractor)

Dr. Victor Portelli is a highly respected chiropractor, lecturer, and founder of Organ Biomechanics.

With over 35 years of experience, Dr. Portelli is a distinguished figure in the chiropractic community. He is particularly renowned for his pioneering work in developing Visceral (Organ) Biomechanics, a unique technique that has earned him a reputation among fellow chiropractors as a trusted authority on complex cases.

Dr. Portelli’s expertise in chiropractic and applied kinesiology is widely recognized, and he has taught his clinic practitioners to the highest standard of practice. His contributions to the field of chiropractic have been substantial, inspiring 48 of his patients to pursue careers in the profession.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Appl. Sci. (Human Biology)
• Bachelor Appl. Sci. (Chiro)
• Diploma of Acupuncture
• Diplomate of Applied Kinesiology
• Diplomate and Founder of Organ Biomechanics
• Certified Teaching Diplomate of Applied Kinesiology

Dr. Tracey Lademann (Chiropractor)

Background

Tracey is passionate about her chiropractic profession and is supportive of both undergraduate and qualified chiropractors through lecturing in a number of educational programmes. She believes in providing learners with informative and practical skills that are easy to absorb, understand and utilise in a clinical setting.  She currently teaches the Professional Applied Kinesiology (PAK) 100hr courses and the Neuro Impulse Protocol (NIP) courses in Australia.

Memberships

• Australian Chiropractors Association (since 1997)
• International College of Applied Kinesiology Australasia (ICAK-A)
• College of Chiropractic Pediatrics (CCP)

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Chiropractic Science
• Bachelor of Applied Science (Clinical Science)
• Diplomate of Applied Kinesiology
• Diplomate in Chiropractic Neurodevelopmental Paediatrics (USA)
• Bachelor Applied Science (Nursing)