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Learning aims
At the completion of this course the participants will be able to:
Recall the correct technique and teaching cues for performing beginner and intermediate exercises for the shoulder
Recall which conditions can respond favourably to exercises for the shoulder and the purpose of each of the exercises
Have the knowledge to provide the appropriate number of repetitions of exercises for optimal results
Consolidate understanding of the role and function of the scapula stabilisers and rotator cuff muscles as a whole and for individual muscles
Recognise the relationship between the upper limb and cervical spine
Recall the effects of elastic band exercise training on the musculoskeletal system
Recall the potential effects of eccentric exercises on the shoulder both positive and negative
Recall alterations in the peripheral and central nervous system that occur in the presence of shoulder injury or instability
Understand the pain-monitoring model
Understand the research related to conscious correction of trapezius muscle
Recognise the challenges associated with assessment and scientific analysis of scapula dyskinesis
Understand the neurogenic causes scapula winging and scapula dyskinesis
Recall the possible effects on the scapula of exercises performed at 0 degrees of shoulder flexion
Recall the muscle activation during each of the exercises
Understand the normal movement patterns of the scapula
Understand the concept of retraining upper trapezius and upward scapula rotation
Recall various assessments of the scapula
Recall Techniques and effects of exercises for overhead activities
Recall the roles of scapula and shoulder muscles
Understand the patterns of resistance of elastic bands
Recall the disadvantages of surface electromyography
Have the knowledge to provide advice regarding rest intervals for strength training
Recall shoulder function in throwing athletes
Recall the suggested benefits of closed-kinetic chain exercises for the shoulder