This online module explores the biomechanics and clinical significance of thoracic facet joints. These joints open during spinal flexion and close during extension, with asymmetrical movement occurring during side-bending and rotation. The joint capsules of the intervertebral facets are highly innervated, containing a large number of mechanoreceptors and nociceptors. Understanding the interaction of these specialised nerve endings is essential for improving spinal function and managing thoracic back pain.
Through a series of video demonstrations and interactive quizzes, this presentation outlines key assessment and treatment techniques aimed at treating multifidus, restoring facet joint mobility, and alleviating thoracic discomfort.
10 CPE Points and 2 CPE Hours
About the Presenter
Aubrey Gowing
Aubrey is a college director at Holistic College Dublin, and program developer for our cutting edge Sports Massage course and C.P.D. workshops. His 35 years clinical experience and 30 years teaching experience, enables him to bring high standards of professionalism and expertise to each diploma course and seminar. His qualifications include: Diplomas in Holistic Massage, Yoga Teaching, Reflexology, Aromatherapy, Healing Therapy, Indian Head Massage, Seated On-Site Massage, Stone Therapy, Pregnancy Massage, Fitness Instruction and Personal training, Therapeutic Massage, Sports Massage levels 3,4 & 5, Orthopaedic Massage, Myoskeletal Therapy, Neuro-Structural Integration and certificates in Delivering Learning and Occupational First Aid. Aubrey is the author of four books, the acclaimed 'Myoskeletal and Sports Therapy' series and the newly released ‘Kinesiology Taping Strategies' all of which reflect his ongoing interest in the pain free treatment of overuse, repetitive strain and chronic injuries. In addition to his busy international lecturing schedule, he has also served three successful terms as President of the Irish Massage Therapists Association. Aubrey is also a registered I.T.E.C instructor, and is on the national register of trainers with FAS/Enterprise Ireland.