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According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, 28 million Americans (80 percent of them are women) suffer from the debilitating effects of osteoporosis while millions more experience the same weakness, functional limitations and diminished quality of life associated with other degenerative conditions. The problem becomes more prevalent as the population of older adults increases. However, with appropriate nutrition, exercise and guidance from well-trained professionals, adults can live more productive, active and enjoyable lives.

This seminar will provide you with insight and understanding into some of the physical changes occurring in the spines of older adults. Several degenerative conditions will be discussed along with how to address them through strength training and postural exercises. You will learn how to empower your clients so they can regain their strength, posture and confidence. New approaches and exercises will be discussed, demonstrated and practiced, allowing attendees to immediately adopt and adapt them with their clients.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

• Examine common conditions affecting the aging spine, including osteoporosis, spinal stenosis and spondylosis


• Develop more effective strength and conditioning programs for individuals with degenerative spinal conditions


• Establish guidelines for exercise and stretching based on each client's abilities


• Discuss the goals of strength training for clients with spinal and postural degeneration


• Demonstrate proper techniques for upper, lower and core body exercises that enhance posture and spinal health


• Evaluate the effects of spinal stenosis, spondylosis and other conditions associated with aging


• Identify controllable and uncontrollable risk factors for osteoporosis


• Explain the philosophy of a functional exercise program


• Discuss the goals of strength training for clients with spinal and postural degeneration


• Describe and demonstrate appropriate abdominal, back, upper and lower body exercises


• Identify contraindicated exercises for clients with degenerative spinal conditions


• Develop safe and effective exercise and fitness programs that support the aging spine

ABOUT THE SPEAKER

Shari Kalkstein, PTA, NSCA/CSCS, ACSM/HFI, ACE/CPT, is a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and Certified Personal Trainer with over 14 years experience. She is also an Elite Personal Trainer with IDEA. Ms. Kalkstein is the owner/president of Keep the Beat, Inc. and the creator and instructor of "Fortify Your Frame," a small group-supervised exercise class specifically designed for the older adult. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Exercise and Sports Science from the University of Texas at Arlington and an Associate of Applied Science in Physical Therapy Assisting from Broward Community College. She is an Allied member of the American College of Sports Medicine and a member of the National Osteoporosis Foundation.

Ms. Kalkstein served as a volunteer strength coach for the Disabled Sports Association of North Texas for several years, where the athletes earned many medals under her direction. As an experienced physical therapist assistant and personal trainer, Ms. Kalkstein offers a comprehensive and unique understanding of the aging adult and effective programs that will strengthen the whole body to help increase functional abilities. Her wealth of knowledge and practical "field" experience make her an informative instructor. She brings passion, enthusiasm and innovative ideas to her presentations and keeps the day moving with hands-on activities.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

• Certified Personal Trainers


• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists


• Group Fitness Leaders


• Physical Therapists


• Physical Therapist Assistants


• Occupational Therapists


• Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants


• Exercise Physiologists


• Anyone interested in learning proper strength training methods for older adults

CREDITS

This program has been submitted to the Kansas Physical Therapy Association for 6 contact hours.

This program has been submitted to the Illinois Physical Therapy Association for approval of 6 credit hours.

This program has been submitted to the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure & Supervision for preapproval of 6 contact hours.

Cross Country Education is an AOTA Approved Provider of continuing education. This course is offered for .6 AOTA CEUs. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA. AOTA Educational level Introductory, Category 1: Domain of OT, 2: Occupational Therapy Process.

This program is pending CEU approval by the NSCA Certification Commission for pre-approval of 0.6 CEUs.

This seminar qualifies for 6 continuing education hours as required by many national, state and local licensing boards and professional organizations. Save your course outline and certificate of completion, and contact your own board or organization for specific filing requirements.

SEMINAR CLASS TIME:

Seminar Check-in: 7:30 AM Seminar Class 8:00 AM - 3:30PM

This seminar is also available on CD/Cassette  - Regular Price: $189.00   (with Registration: $49.00)

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Seminar Summary:

A lab course in how to design individualized exercise programs for clients with osteoporosis, spondylosis, spinal stenosis and related conditions. Examine exercises, guidelines and modifications for the abdominals, back and upper and lower body. (see full course description)

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