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Scoliosis: A Comprehensive Review Across the Lifespan

Program Details:
September 13, 2025 | 8:30am-4:30pm
Modality:
  • In-person
Registration Fee:
$85.00
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Additional Details
Instructional Hours:
6.00
Registration Deadline:
9/12/25 11:59 PM
Cancellation Deadline:
9/11/25 8:30 AM
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Presenter(s)
Description
Scoliosis is a complex spinal condition characterized by an atypical curvature of the spine. This foundational section aims to provide a thorough overview of scoliosis, focusing on the different types, their prevalences, and the underlying etiologies. Additionally, we will explore the risks associated with the progression of idiopathic scoliosis and review comprehensive scoliosis screening procedures, which will include a practical lab opportunity. Historical perspective, current treatments, and contemporary physical therapy for scoliosis incorporate a multidisciplinary approach. Introduction to Scoliosis Specific Exercise (SSE), is a specialized approach that focuses on exercises specifically designed to address the individual curve, asymmetries, and functional limitations, including 3D exercises, breathing techniques, neuromuscular re-education, and strengthening. A practical lab opportunity will allow participants to apply these principles in 2 key strategies and evaluate motor learning and control. By understanding the historical context, current treatments, and specialized approaches like SSE, physical therapists can more effectively manage scoliosis and improve patient outcomes through targeted, evidence-based interventions. This section will delve into scoliosis in the neuromuscular and degenerative aging adult patients, the 2 types most commonly seen by physical therapists beyond idiopathic. They are unique in their etiology and very variable in their presentation, prognosis, and plan of care. Despite their differences, the foundational three-dimensional principles of assessment and treatment remain essential in managing these conditions.
Objectives

At the completion of this activity, participants will be able to:

  • Clarify scoliosis types, prevelances, and current theories in etiology
  • Discuss factors for progression
  • Detail tests/measures for scoliosis screening
  • Applying test/measures for scoliosis screening
  • Evaluating outcomes of scoliosis screening and providing recommendations
  • Explain the historical research for scoliosis and physical therapy
  • Explain the 3-dimensional principles of scoliosis specific exercise
  • Apply 3-dimensional principles to 2 key scoliosis specific basic motor performance
  • Analyze motor performance and motor learning the 2 key scoliosis strategies
  • Discuss scoliosis presentation in both non and progressive neuromuscular conditions
  • Apply 3-dimensional p1inciples to a patient case with neuromuscular conditions
  • Explain adult degenerative scoliosis and how it differs from idiopathic
Disclosures
Pee Dee AHEC’s conflict of interest policy requires faculty to disclose any real or apparent commercial financial affiliations related to the content of their presentations/materials. Speakers have signed a vested interest form declaring any conflict of interest in education activities.
Credits Available
  • Physical Therapist/Physical Therapist Assistant
    South Carolina Chapter of APTA
    Credit Statement
    This program has been approved for 6.00 contact hours of continuing education by South Carolina AHEC under its accreditation by the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation Board of Examiners for Physical Therapy. Approved Number: CEUL156698. Approved from:9/1/2025-8/31/2026.
  • All other participants
    Area Health Education Consortium
    Credit Statement
    This program provides 0.6 CEUs by Pee Dee AHEC and meets South Carolina AHEC Best Practice Standards.
Locations/Participation Options
  • McLeod Seacoast Conference Room B (Conference Room B)
    Location:
    Little River , SC Details
    Status:
    Open
Contact(s)

If you have questions about the credits, location/video conference information, or any other details specific to this particular program, please reach out to the contact(s) below:

  • Name:
    Kimberly Morris
    Phone:
    843-777-5352
    Email:
    kimberlymorris@mcleodhealth.org
  • Name:
    Nita Jackson
    Phone:
    843-777-5343
    Email:
    bejackson@mcleodhealth.org
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