An evidence based approach to incorporate this ancient art into your current practice
7.0 Contact Hours
Course Description
This fun, dynamic introductory lab course will demystify Tai Chi and allow you to immediately use it in your practice. Current research showing the specific benefits of tai chi will be reviewed to allow you to use this evidence in your clinical decision-making. Basic and intermediate tai chi exercises will be taught and modifications for these exercises will be discussed. No previous understanding of this ancient art is necessary. Participants should come prepared for exercise, as the majority of the course is spent learning Tai-Chi moves.
Course Objectives
At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:
— Understand the history and philosophy of Tai Chi
— Perform and instruct basic and intermediate Tai Chi movements
— Adapt traditional Tai Chi movements for the needs of your individual patients.
— Have a firm understanding of the current research for this topic.
Comments from previous participants:
-Fun, plus easy to see benefits for all! Another tool in my toolbox
-Love courses where I can take my shoes off!
-Great job! Well organized!
-Great course!
This fun, dynamic introductory lab course will demystify Tai Chi and allow you to immediately use it in your practice. Current research showing the specific benefits of tai chi will be reviewed to allow you to use this evidence in your clinical decision-making. Basic and intermediate tai chi exercises will be taught and modifications for these exercises will be discussed. No previous understanding of this ancient art is necessary. Participants should come prepared for exercise, as the majority of the course is spent learning Tai-Chi moves.
Course Objectives
At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:
— Understand the history and philosophy of Tai Chi
— Perform and instruct basic and intermediate Tai Chi movements
— Adapt traditional Tai Chi movements for the needs of your individual patients.
— Have a firm understanding of the current research for this topic.
Comments from previous participants:
-Fun, plus easy to see benefits for all! Another tool in my toolbox
-Love courses where I can take my shoes off!
-Great job! Well organized!
-Great course!
Why Tai Chi?
The ancient Chinese discovered the health benefits of Tai Chi over 5,000 years ago. This art form remains a mystery to most physical therapists and physical therapist assistants in this country. Current research has proven tai chi exercise has the following clinically relevant benefits:
— Improved balance
— Increased flexibility
— Increased strength
— Improved muscular endurance
— Increased cardiovascular fitness
— Decreased risk and fear of falling
— Increased functional independence
Evidence based practice is the gold standard of patient care. This fun and dynamic course will allow you enhance your treatments for your neurological, orthopedic, geriatric and chronic pain patients immediately upon completing this course.
The ancient Chinese discovered the health benefits of Tai Chi over 5,000 years ago. This art form remains a mystery to most physical therapists and physical therapist assistants in this country. Current research has proven tai chi exercise has the following clinically relevant benefits:
— Improved balance
— Increased flexibility
— Increased strength
— Improved muscular endurance
— Increased cardiovascular fitness
— Decreased risk and fear of falling
— Increased functional independence
Evidence based practice is the gold standard of patient care. This fun and dynamic course will allow you enhance your treatments for your neurological, orthopedic, geriatric and chronic pain patients immediately upon completing this course.
2009 SCHEDULE
September 12
@Creative Therapy Resource, Ltd
1683 Elk Blvd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
September 12
@Creative Therapy Resource, Ltd
1683 Elk Blvd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
** Space is limited! Reserve your spot early**
Course Schedule:
8:00-8:30 Course registration
8:30 Course begins
12:00-12:45 Lunch on your own
Course Schedule:
8:00-8:30 Course registration
8:30 Course begins
12:00-12:45 Lunch on your own
4:00 Course ends
