This course focuses on the comprehensive evaluation and management of upper, mid and lower cervical spine. Clinical reasoning, differential diagnosis and evidence based practice with a practical approach will be presented throughout the coursework. Eclectic and historical approaches will be incorporated into the course. The course will utilize thrust, non-thrust, soft tissue and exercise techniques for the cervical spine. This is a hands-on, lab intensive course with supervised practice and case-based application
Instructional Level: Beginners
Target Audience: PTs, PTAs, OTs, COTAs
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Instructional Methods: Hands-on lab, lecture with Q&A, group discussion, patient cases, evidence review.
Course Completion Requirements: must attend the entire 2-day course and complete the post-course test
CEUs 14
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding and knowledge of the benefits, precautions of manual therapy for the cervical spine including yellow and red flags.
- Apply current evidence in the application in the diagnosis and management of common pathologies for upper and mid/lower cervical spine
- Perform a comprehensive evaluation of the cervical spine
- Demonstrate interventions including thrust, non-thrust, soft-tissue, neural mobilizations, PROM techniques, and exercise intervention for the cervical spine
- Design a comprehensive and evidence- based treatment plan of care for patient with cervical spine dysfunction including intervention using joint mobilization, soft tissue and exercise techniques.
- November 14-15, 2026. Marengo, IL.
- 200 Lindow Lane Suite E, Marengo, Illinois 60152
- Questions about the course? Email ptclinicalexcellence@corahealth.com