Corrective Exercise

Module 1 provides an overview of the course and how to utilize the learning resources in the course. It then reviews how to work with clients with orthopedic concerns while staying within the scope of practice of a personal trainer. The module concludes with Q&A videos with medical professionals and other wellness providers on how you can work with them to serve your clients and grow your business.

Module 2 provides you with a deeper understanding of movement fundamentals, including principles of kinesiology, biomechanics, and the structure and function of joints and muscles. You will also explore the adverse effects of immobilization on joint structures and analyze the changes in the muscular system associated with aging and inactivity.

Module 3 takes a deeper dive into anatomy, looking at it from a functional, integrative perspective. Through reading and video content, you will gain an understanding of how these structures work in synergy to produce optimal movement. You will also explore how malalignment in one area can affect the alignment of other structures and adversely affect movement. This information serves as foundational building blocks of your critical thinking skills when working with orthopedic considerations.

Module 4 provides an overview on how to coach clients with pain and conduct assessments. You will learn important considerations when talking to clients with pain and the psychological impact that pain has on their lives. This module also includes important considerations for effectively observing your clients during assessments and the order in which to conduct assessments.

Module 5 provides a detailed analysis of assessing posture and gait. It reviews normal alignment and malalignment of the major joints of the body and what may cause these malalignments. A protocol for conducting static posture assessments on your clients is reviewed. You will also learn how to build client awareness of kinetic chain inefficiencies which may cause pain, excessive tightness, and/or weakness. In addition, this module covers movement of the pelvis, hip, knee, ankle, foot, trunk, and arms during the various components of the gait cycle. Through this analysis, you will learn to recognize normal and atypical gait patterns.

Module 6 brings together information on functional anatomy and assessments and demonstrates how the two are related. It outlines the 5 Steps to Success for exercise programming and considerations for corrective exercise. With this information, you will learn how to create a safe and effective program for your clients using principles from the ACE Integrated Fitness Training^® (ACE IFT^®) Model.

Module 7 includes range of motion assessments, movement assessments and the application of program design for orthopedic injury or conditions of the lower body. You will learn step-by-step how to adapt lower body assessments for orthopedic conditions. Each assessment leads to individual decision making for program design and exercise selection. Various movement solutions including stretching, myofascial release, and exercise progressions and regressions appropriate for orthopedic considerations will be covered in detail.

Module 8 includes range of motion assessments, movement assessments and the application of program design for orthopedic injury or conditions of rotational movement. Range of motion for the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine will be covered, as well as step-by-step details on conducting seated and standing spinal rotation assessments. All of these assessments will provide you the information you need to determine the movement solution that is best for your client. Various movement solutions including stretching, myofascial release, and exercise progressions and regressions appropriate for orthopedic considerations will be covered in detail.

Module 9 includes range of motion assessments, movement assessments and the application of program design for orthopedic injury or conditions for the upper body. Range of motion assessments include those for the shoulder girdle, glenohumeral joint, elbow and wrist. You will learn step-by-step how to conduct these assessments and which ones are needed prior to doing upper body movement assessments with your clients. The upper body movement assessments covered include push and pull movements. All of these assessments will provide you the information you need to determine the movement solution that is best for your client. Various movement solutions including stretching, myofascial release and exercise progressions and regressions appropriate for orthopedic considerations will be covered in detail.

Module 10 brings together all information learned about functional anatomy, assessment and program design to help you design a comprehensive program for your clients. In this module, the course is wrapped up by assessing competency in a final exam.