The proper neurological and orthopedic assessment of your patient is important in determining if your client’s condition can be treated effectively through massage therapy care. It also allows you to document their progress in an objective rather than subjective way. In Dr. Koshes’ massage therapy continuing education course titled, “Clinical Neurology and Orthopedics For The Massage Therapist, “ he reviews several neurological and orthopedic test procedures that can be used very effectively in a massage therapist practice. Neurological assessments covered include; deep tendon reflex testing, sensory testing and muscle testing. Orthopedic assessments reviewed include PROM testing for the cervical and lumbar spinal regions, spinal and muscle palpation techniques and specialized assessment tests for the cervical and lumbar spinal regions.

An example of a specialized test for the cervical spine covered in this online Massage Therapy training would be the Shoulder Depression Test. This is where the patient’s head is tilted and held to one side while the massage therapist puts pressure downward on the opposite shoulder. The test is then repeated on the opposite side. Pain that the patient may experience in the neck or the top of the shoulder is indicative of muscle spasms on the side of the shoulder pressure. This test can be repeated by the massage therapist intermittently through the course of the patient’s care to measure progress and effectiveness from their massage therapy care.

Should you wish additional information on how to improve the effectiveness of your neurological and orthopedic assessment of your patients, or for additional information regarding Massage Therapy CEU Classes, including Post Graduation CEU classes contact Dr. Koshes at his website, www.koshes.com

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