Jeremy Lewis The Shoulder: Theory & Practice evidence based shoulder course

A biopsychosocial approach for the assessment and management of musculoskeletal conditions involving the shoulder region. Taught worldwide in over 40 countries, this course is continually updated, integrating the latest research evidence

In addition to assessment & management of the shoulder region, this course synthesises the complex relationships between; the shoulder & body biomechanics, pain science, lifestyle, patient psychosocial factors, beliefs & expectations, best practice, & more ...and is guaranteed to be fun

This course remains a ‘work in progress’ and is continually being updated with the emergence of new research and clinical understanding. As a result, many people have participated on two and some on three occasions. This course will be thought provoking and provide opportunity to discuss ideas and share experiences.

Feedback: “Fantastic course as example of how to treat within the biopsychosocial model. A very competent and relevant approach with respect to where physiotherapy is at currently. The shoulder provides the topic but the clinical processing could be applied elsewhere. I don't think anyone is teaching such a balanced approach currently”.

Learning Outcomes

1. To develop a better understanding and knowledge of the clinical anatomy and biomechanics of the shoulder region. 2. To appreciate the importance of taking a biopsychosocial approach to patient management. 3. To develop a comprehensive subjective and physical evaluation strategy for the shoulder that considers local and referred sources of pain and directs the clinician to develop an appropriate management plan. 4. To develop greater confidence with the physical assessment of the shoulder region and a better understanding of the evidence for the use of the selected assessment techniques. 5. To develop a greater understanding and knowledge of various pathologies of the shoulder region. 6. To develop greater competency in the management of patients with a variety of shoulder pathologies. 7. To review the research evidence relating to the influence of posture and muscle imbalance and its relationship with shoulder pathology. 8. To review the evidence underpinning the pathology, and the assessment and management of various shoulder conditions, including rotator cuff related shoulder pain and frozen shoulder 9. To review the research evidence evaluating the use of diagnostic imaging as part of the management for musculoskeletal disorders of the shoulder. 10. To review the research evidence evaluating the use of injections as part of the management for musculoskeletal disorders of the shoulder. 11. To develop greater confidence in the use of exercise therapy and other techniques for managing shoulder conditions and evaluation of the efficacy of the techniques, balanced against the evidence base for using these techniques.

Participant’s Comments

• “Before I did this course the world was flat!”
• “Complete change to the way I think about shoulders. Best course I have ever done”.
• “Fantastic course as example of how to treat within the biopsychosocial model. A very competent and relevant approach with respect to where physiotherapy is at currently. The shoulder provides the topic but the clinical processing could be applied elsewhere. I don't think anyone is teaching such a balanced approach currently”.
• “Many thanks again for an inspiring course. I loved it!”
• “Great explanations, very in-depth, great synthesis of research evidence”.
• “Thank you, thank you, fantastic, great teaching style, great sense of humour”.
• “Excellentrationaleforphasedrehabilitation”.
• “One of the best courses I have ever done”.
• “100% useful. Very inspirational. Best shoulder course yet”.
• “One of the best courses I have been on, all courses should aim to be this good”.
• “Brilliant presentation, extremely useful material and very appropriate for current practice”
• “Excellent teacher”.
• “Inspirational course”
• “By far the most informative, research based and thought provoking course I have been on”.
• “Course leader was excellent and the course was very stimulating and thought provoking”.
• “The tutor had great depth of knowledge, great sense of humour, was very relaxed and very approachable”.
• “Excellent presentation style. Enjoyed lectures and practical sessions. Very impressed with depth and breadth of knowledge and how well it relates to clinical practice”.
• “Up to date research, excellent techniques, enlightening, holistic, course should be compulsory”.