a courses and conferences From January 1991 the charge for publishing any kind of course on these pages will be f 25, payable when the information is sent in. This supersedes both the f 20 and the f 60 fees previously charged. Please ask the Journal Department for submission forms. The closing date for this section is the 13th of the month preceding publication. DATE AND PLACE SUBJECT ORGANISER AND ADDRESS FOR APPLICATIONS 199011991 London SE5 and Stanmore, Middlesex January 15-19 Preston, Lancashire January 23-27 Glasgow April 17-21 London 9 am-5 pm Registration 8.45 am Rehabilitative management of the amputee: The physiotherapist's role Course for physiotherapists currently working or wishing to work, at a senior level, on the management of the amputee either in a hospital or DSC. The course aims to equip physiotherapists with the skills necessary to be an effective key-worker on the amputee management team. The course consists of three theoretic blocks and clinical placements at a hospital and DSC. Successful candidates are also awarded a diploma of King's College, London. Further details available from the organiser. Orthopaedlc medicine Orthopaedic Medicine International (Cyriax principles): Module A Mrs R Ham MCSP. Medical Engineering Department, Dulwich Hospital South, East Dulwich Grove, London SE22 (tel 081-693 3377 ext 3035) Mrs P Smeeton, Course Organiser, Orthopaedic Medicine International, The Old Rectory, Headley, Bordon, Hampshire GU35 8PW This is the first part of an intensive three-part course in orthopaedic medicine for doctors and physiotherapists. It covers the diagnosis and effective treatment of soft-tissue lesions (including deep frictional massage, mobilisation and manipulation). Each module lasts five days with a gap of approximately six months between each module. The format includes lectures, demonstrations and small closely supervised practical groups ensuring precision of treatment technique. All the tutors are qualified in orthopaedic medicine, most having been teachers and student teachers with the late Dr James Cyriax. Module A deals with the basic principles, lumbar spine, knee, ankle and foot. The course workbook is included in the cost. Fee: f195, includes coffee and tea, not to be sent with application, payable to 'Orthopaedic Medicine International'. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. There are limited places so all applications are dealt with on a first-come, first-served basis. Januarv 16 Normal movement workshoD Mrs M Hevicon MCSP, Physiotherapy Department, Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup, Kent DAl4 6LT (tel 081-302 2678 ext 4540) Sidcup, Kent This practical study day will offer an opportunity for physiotherapists to practise their handling skills in relation to the neurologically damaged patient. It is aimed at therapists who have some idea of the Bobath concept of normal movement. The day will include a patient demonstration by the course tutor, Ms Sue Edwards (Bobath tutor). 9.30 am-4.30 pm Registration 9.15 am Fee: f20, includes coffee and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'Mrs Maggy Hevicon'. January 19-20 Epsom District Hospital 9 am-5 pm Functional lower limb biomechanics Citisport, Chalkpit Gate, College Road, Epsom, Surrey KT17 4JA This two-day course aims to develop a practical, functional knowledge of lower-limb biomechanics. The course will include detailed anatomy, joint relationships and the role of the muscle groups in functional gait, ie, positive and negative power bursts through gait phases. Effective stretching and strengthening techniques will be covered in detail. Day 2 will include video analysis of case histories, a session on appropriate prescription and progression of functional orthotic insoles including different materials related to foot type, etc. A basic knowledge of biomechanical principles could be an advantage. Fee: f55, payable to 'Citisport'. Places limited to 24. No course is validated by the Chartered Society unless this is stated under the title. It is impossible for the CSP to assess courses published here except for those which are validated. physiotherapy, December 1990, vol76, no 7 2 769
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a courses and conferences From January 1991 the charge for publishing any kind of course on these pages will be f 25, payable when
the information is sent in. This supersedes both the f 20 and the f 60 fees previously charged.
Please ask the Journal Department for submission forms.
The closing date for this section is the 13th of the month preceding publication.
DATE AND PLACE SUBJECT ORGANISER AND ADDRESS FOR APPLICATIONS
199011991
London SE5 and Stanmore, Middlesex
January 15-19
Preston, Lancashire
January 23-27 Glasgow
April 17-21 London
9 am-5 pm
Registration 8.45 am
Rehabilitative management of the amputee: The physiotherapist's role
Course for physiotherapists currently working or wishing to work, at a senior level, on the management of the amputee either in a hospital or DSC. The course aims to equip physiotherapists with the skills necessary to be an effective key-worker on the amputee management team. The course consists of three theoretic blocks and clinical placements at a hospital and DSC. Successful candidates are also awarded a diploma of King's College, London. Further details available from the organiser.
Orthopaedlc medicine Orthopaedic Medicine International (Cyriax principles): Module A
Mrs R Ham MCSP. Medical Engineering Department, Dulwich Hospital South, East Dulwich Grove, London SE22 (tel 081-693 3377 ext 3035)
Mrs P Smeeton, Course Organiser, Orthopaedic Medicine International, The Old Rectory, Headley, Bordon, Hampshire GU35 8PW
This is the first part of an intensive three-part course in orthopaedic medicine for doctors and physiotherapists. It covers the diagnosis and effective treatment of soft-tissue lesions (including deep frictional massage, mobilisation and manipulation). Each module lasts five days with a gap of approximately six months between each module. The format includes lectures, demonstrations and small closely supervised practical groups ensuring precision of treatment technique. All the tutors are qualified in orthopaedic medicine, most having been teachers and student teachers with the late Dr James Cyriax. Module A deals with the basic principles, lumbar spine, knee, ankle and foot. The course workbook is included in the cost.
Fee: f195, includes coffee and tea, not to be sent with application, payable to 'Orthopaedic Medicine International'. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. There are limited places so all applications are dealt with on a first-come, first-served basis.
Januarv 16 Normal movement workshoD Mrs M Hevicon MCSP, Physiotherapy Department, Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup, Kent DAl4 6LT (tel 081-302 2678 ext 4540)
Sidcup, Kent
This practical study day will offer an opportunity for physiotherapists to practise their handling skills in relation to the neurologically damaged patient. It is aimed at therapists who have some idea of the Bobath concept of normal movement. The day will include a patient demonstration by the course tutor, Ms Sue Edwards (Bobath tutor).
9.30 am-4.30 pm
Registration 9.15 am
Fee: f20, includes coffee and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'Mrs Maggy Hevicon'.
January 19-20
Epsom District Hospital
9 am-5 pm
Functional lower limb biomechanics
Citisport, Chalkpit Gate, College Road, Epsom, Surrey KT17 4JA
This two-day course aims to develop a practical, functional knowledge of lower-limb biomechanics. The course will include detailed anatomy, joint relationships and the role of the muscle groups in functional gait, ie, positive and negative power bursts through gait phases. Effective stretching and strengthening techniques will be covered in detail. Day 2 will include video analysis of case histories, a session on appropriate prescription and progression of functional orthotic insoles including different materials related to foot type, etc. A basic knowledge of biomechanical principles could be an advantage.
Fee: f55, payable to 'Citisport'. Places limited to 24.
No course is validated by the Chartered Society unless this is stated under the title. It is impossible for the CSP to assess courses published here except for those which are validated.
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January 21
Royal Marsden, Hospital, London
Wheelchair provision: The future of services in wheelchair provision
The meeting will cover such topics as the current position and previous history of wheelchair and seating provision; new and planned developments - aspirations and problems and the experience of current service centres.
Further information and registration form from the Institute at the above address.
January 25-27
October Gallery, 24 Old Gloucester Street, London WC1
11 am-5 pm
Intensive course in the Feldenkrais method
This intensive course is designed to introduce the Feldenkrais Method to professionals, particularly to those interested in the professional training programme which will begin in the Spring of 1991. It is a special opportunity to experience this unique method which links movement with thinking, feeling, perception and the environment. In addition to experiential lessons in awareness through movement, videotapes of programmes made for television about this method will be presented. Of particular interest will be a programme demonstrating the successful application of this method in the learning process of a severely handicapped child.
Fee: €90 plus VAT, to be sent with application, payable to 'Feldenkrais PTP Ltd'. Please send SAE. Students welcome. Closing date January 22.
Ms G Newell, Feldenkrais PTP, 188 Old Street, London EC1V 8BP (tel 081-549 9583)
January 26
Lily Derry Day Hospital, Torbay Hospital, Torquay, S Devon
9.30 am-4.30 pm
Basic strapping for beginners Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Sports Medicine - South West Region
Mrs S Harding MCSP, Physiotherapy Department, Royal United Hospital, Combe Park, Bath, Avon
This course will cover the basic theory and practice of strapping for joint injuries. Workshops will be organised to give the student individual attention in the practical sessions. Techniques to be covered include acute ankle strapping, McConnell knee taping, thumb and wrist strapping. The course will be sponsored by BDF Medical.
Fee: €20 ACPSM members and students, €25 others, includes coffee and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'ACPSM, SW Region'. Please send SAE, no application form required. Students welcome. Closing date January 16.
February 2 -3 Introductory course in Orthopaedic Medicine International
Billericay, orthopaedic medicine Ms J E Wilson MCSP, Superintendent Physiotherapist, Essex
This course is designed to introduce physiotherapists to the orthopaedic medicine approach to the diagnosis and treatment of soft tissue injuries. Theoretical and practical sessions are given by tutors qualified in orthopaedic medicine. Mr M Payne will lead the course.
Fee: €45, includes coffee, lunch and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'Physiotherapy Trust Fund No 8/8/22,. Please send SAE. Places limited, applications on first-come, first-served basis. Closing date January 9.
Februarv 2 - 4 Introductory course: Reflex zone Mrs A Lett SRN RNT, British School - Reflex Zone Therapy
Bloomsbury Health Authoritv.
therapy of the feet of the Feet, 87 Oakington Avenue, Wembley Park HA9 8HY (tel 081-908 2201)
John-Asior House, Foley Street, London W1
The course aims to lay the foundation for this practical discipline as an adjunct to physiotherapy. It covers treatment procedure, indications and contra-indications for treatment; relationship of organs and structures of the body to reflex zones in the feet; the difference between symptomatic and causal reflex zones, and how to treat appropriately. The course is open only to qualified staff.
Fee: €150, includes coffee, lunch and tea, not to be sent with application. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. Students welcome. Closing date January 15.
am-6 pm each day
February 4 -5 Counselling workshop Mrs L Whitaker MCSP, Superintendent Physiotherapist,
Ashton under Lyne, Greater Manchester
9 am-4 pm
Ann Street Health Centre, Denton, Manchester M34 2AS (tel 061-320 7000 ext 218)
This two-day workshop is aimed at developing and consolidating basic counselling skills for physiotherapists who work in all fields. The first day will cover the understanding and practice of basic counselling skills. The second day will deal with bereavement and loss counselling. Course tutor: Mrs M Yates.
Fee: €45, includes coffee and tea. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. Places limited to 15.
February 5
Southampton General Hospital
9 am-5 pm
Sports injury study day
This study day has been designed to interest physiotherapists, doctors, sports coaches and athletes. The day is split into two parts, with the morning likely to be of more interest to medical personnel. The afternoon session has general interest with Fred Street MCSP, England FA physiotherapist, describing the work of physiotherapists at the highest level of football. Steve Wootten PhD, research physiologist, will give a talk on up-to-date knowledge of physiology. Mike Smith will concentrate on training programmes. Other lecturers are local doctors, physiotherapists and podiatrists who work in sports medicine. There will also be an exhibition.
Fee: €20, plus €2.50 for buffet lunch. Tickets for half-day sessions are available at f10. Cheques payable to 'SITS'. Further information from John Langridge at above address.
DATE AND PLACE SUBJECT ORGANISER AND ADDRESS FOR APPLICATIONS
February 7 -8 Leading multidisciplinary
Uxbridge, Middlesex
Mrs M Heard or Dr John 0vretveit. Health Services Centre, BIOSS, Brunel University, Uxbridge, Middlesex UB8 3PH (tel 0895 56461)
community team
This workshop for managers and team leaders of community multidisciplinary teams draws on a successful seven-year programme of research and consultancy with over 80 teams which has built up an understanding of the problems and how to prevent or overcome them. No assumptions are made about a single best type of team leader role or team organisation - a number of types of interprofessional co-operation are considered for different circumstances. Details from above address.
In addition to the national Brunel workshops, a programme of on-site workshops can be arranged and may be more cost-effective. Details, costs and independent evaluations from above address.
February 7-9 Sensory integrative therapy:
Normanbv Colleae. Level 1 Mr M Bill MCSP, Physiotherapy Department, Sheldon Children's Centre, St Giles Road, London SE5 7RN
King's College - Hospital, London
This three-day multidisciplinary course is aimed at therapists interested or working in the field of sensory integration. Levels 2 and 3 to follow. Participants should have had some previous experience in this field. Places limited to 35 to ensure adequate supervision.
Fee: €90, includes lunch and refreshments. Please write to course organiser for application form. Closing date when course is full.
The aim of the course is to enhance the range of manipulative skills of the physiotherapist. It will introduce the concepts, theory and practice of connective tissue manipulation and relate these to its therapeutic application and use in a variety of fields in physiotherapy. The course has a large practical element. Tutor: N Brooke BSc MCSP DipTP, principal lecturer.
Fee: €100, includes coffee, to be sent with application, payable to 'Doncaster Physiotherapy Education Fund'. Please send SAE. Closing date January 20.
Taping and strapping South East Essex Branch
Mrs K Dinsdale GradDipPhys MCSP, 46 York Road, Billericay, Essex CM11
The course offers theory and practical sessions on taping for the upper and lower limbs. Fee: €25 Branch members, f 3 0 others, includes coffee, lunch and tea, to be sent with application, payable
to 'South East Essex Branch'. Please send SAE, no application form required. Students welcome. Closing date January 11.
February 9-12
Sutton Coldfield
McKenzie: Mechanical diagnosis and therapy* Part A: The lumbar spine
Good Hope Hospital, and the McKenzie Institute
Mrs M Nicholson, Physiotherapy Department, Good Hope Hospital, Rectory Road, Sutton Coldfield 875 7RR
This four-day course consists of lecture and demonstration followed by examination and treatment to patients with complaints of lumbar pain. The patient categories of posture, dysfunction and derangement are described in detail. Appropriate treatment plans are outlined with emphasis on the use of self-treatment procedures. The clinical effectiveness of the self-treatment approach is demonstrated through the use of multiple patient demonstrations. This approach encourages therapists to perform thorough mechanical assessments, enabling them to identify mechanical categories which respond quickly to the use of self-treatment and prophylactic methods and those which require additional manual therapy. Tutor: Malcolm Robinson GradDipPhys MCSP.
Fee: €110, includes coffee, tea, juice and biscuits (lunch at participants' own expense), payable to 'North Birmingham Health Authority', to be sent with application. Students not accepted. There is no closing date.
February 14-15 Research in physiotherapy Royal Liverpool Hospital Physiotherapists
Royal Liverpool Hospital
Mrs J Harvey MCSP, Physiotherapy Department, Royal Liverpool Hospital, Prescot Street, Merseyside L7 8XP (tel 051-706 2760) 10 am-4.15 pm
Registration 9,30 am This two-day course for all grades of physiotherapist, is to heighten the awareness of the methods of research, and encourage physiotherapists to undertake research as part of their clinical work. Lecturers include Anne Parry, Jane Riddoch, Julius Sim and Susan Nayee.
Fee: €60, includes coffee, lunch and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'RLH Physiotherapists Training Fund'. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. Closing date January 25.
Assessment, examination and treatment of the cervical spine and shoulder complex by passive
The initial three modules are aimed at introducing physiotherapists to the Maitland concept with reference to the cervical spine and shoulder. Later in the year, Block 2 (May, June, July) will develop concept thinking with reference to the lumbar spine, hip, sacro-iliac and knee joints. Block 3 (September) will be a three-day supervised module with patients for those completing blocks 1 and 2.
Fee: f120 each blocks 1 and 2, €60 block 3, includes coffee, to be sent with application, payable to 'Doncaster Physiotherapy Education Fund'. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. Closing date January 20.
February 14-15, March 21-22 and April 25-26 movement (Maitland concept)
Montague Hospital, Mexborough, Doncaster
9.30 am-4.30 pm
Registration 9 am
Mrs J A Wade, Secretary, Physiotherapy Department, Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Armthorpe Road, Doncaster DN2 5LT (tel 0302 366666 ext 237)
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February 14-16 Hand rehabilitation course All Wales Senior Phvsiotherapv Managers Committee and
Abergavenny, Gwent
. . Combined Training Institute
Miss R Streets, Acting Training Officer (Professional and Technical Staff), Combined Training Institute, University Hospital of Wales, Heath Park, Cardiff CF4 4XW (tel 0222 743449)
The course is designed for all grades of physiotherapists who work in general out-patient departments. The aim of the course is to provide information on both the surgical and physiotherapeutic management of hand trauma and elective procedures. Details of course content obtainable from Jan Smith MCSP, Superintendent Physiotherapist, Nevill Hall Hospital, Abergavenny (tel 0873 2091).
Fee: f 100 for physiotherapists working in England, subsidised places for physiotherapists working in Wales. Application forms and further details from Miss R Streets at above address. Closing date January 18.
February 16 Study day on Parkinson's disease Association of Chartered Physiotherapists Interested in
Eastwood Day Hospital, Newark, Notts
9.30 am-4 om
Neurology
Mrs E M Taylor-Whilde MCSP, Superintendent Physiotherapist, Eastwood Day Hospital, Hawtonville Hospital, Bowbridge Road, Newark, Nottinghamshire (tel 0636 73841 ext 255)
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The aim of this day course is to discuss the problems of the patient with Parkinson's disease. Current treatment and management techniques will be outlined along with long-term management and drug therapy. Sessions will be on the identification of impairement from disability, the principles of physiotherapy (aims and means) and include a patient demonstration. Tutor: Felicity Handford MCSP.
Fee: €20 ACPIN members, €30 others, includes coffee, lunch and tea, not to be sent with application, payable to 'South Trent ACPIN'. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. Closing date January 31.
February 16-17, Introduction to computing Waltham Forest Health Authority Physiotherapy Education 23-24, March 2-3, 9-10
Claybury Hospital
Mrs A J Squires, District Physiotherapist, South Block, Claybury Hospital, Woodford Bridge, Essex IG8 8DB (tel 081-559 1051)
9 am-4 pm
Registration 8.45 am
A series of separate and self-contained weekend courses for anyone having limited or no opportunity to touch a computer. By the end of the course participants will be familiar with computer terminology and its meaning, have had practical experience of software packages, have produced a report using own data, and have the ability to proceed knowledgeably with the purchase of a personal computer. The final weekend will be more advanced for those completing an 'introductory' course. Each course will proceed at the pace directed by participants, have a maximum ten participants and a computer between two.
Fee: €55 per weekend, includes coffee and tea, to be sent with application staring course preference, payable to 'WFHA Physiotherapy Education Fund'. Please send SAE. Closing date January 11.
February 18-22 Introduction to acupuncture British Shiatsu Association
Sacha's Hotel, Oldham Street, Manchester
10 am-6 pm
Registration 9.30 am
Mr S Ahamed MCSP, 119 Heywood Road, Prestwich M25 5LP
Five-day residential intensive course in acupuncture, covering all aspects including oriental diagnosis plus modern electro-acupuncture techniques. We will cover the 12 meridians, specific point location and points for specific treatments. Main tutors: Bernard Nolan, John Heptonstall.
Fee: €295, includes first class hotel accommodation, breakfast, snacks and lunch. Your cheque will guarantee your place. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. Students welcome. Closing date February 1.
Neurological disability: Practical February 20-21 Ms C Goodson MCSP, Phvsiotherapv Department,
Finchley Rehabilitation patient workshops Unit, London N2
. . . The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Queen Square, London WC1N 3BG
A two-day workshop for 20 therapists to gain practical experience in the assessment and treatment of patients with neurological disability. Tutors: Sue Edwards, Yvonne Lewis.
Fee: €60 both days, includes coffee and tea. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. Closing date January 24.
Assuring and improving service quality
This workshop is for general and profession-managers. It presents current thinking on quality in health and commercial services. It focuses on how managers can assess the quality of the service for which they are responsible, devise and implement quality improvements, set and monitor quality standards for their service, and involve and motivate staff to achieve continual quality improvements. Details from above address.
In addition to the national Brunel workshops, a programme of on-site workshops can be arranged and may be more cost-effective. Details, costs and independent evaluations from above address.
9 am-4.30 pm
Februry 21-22
Uxbridge, Middlesex
Mrs M Heard or Dr John 0vretveit, Health Services Centre, BIOSS, Brunel University, Uxbridge, Middlesex UB8 3PH (tel 0895 56461)
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February 23 Update on electrotherapy Lea Valley Branch
This course offers physiotherapists experienced or otherwise, an up-to-date insight into the physics and physiology of ultrasound, pulsed shortwave, interferential therapies. Speaker: Mr Paul Standing, principal, School of Physiotherapy, West London Institute of Higher Education.
Fee: €20 Branch members, €25 others, €15 students, includes coffee and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'Lea Valley Branch CSP'. Please send SAE, no application form required. Students welcome. Closing date January 21.
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February 23-24
St George's Hospital, London SW17
9.30 am-4.30 pm
Registration 9 am
February 27-28
Uxbridge, Middlesex
Adverse mechanical tension in the nervous system
This course is designed to introduce physiotherapists to the concept of adverse mechanical tension in the nervous system. The course will include an anatomical, biomechanical, and pathological basis for the use of tension tests in assessment, treatment and prognosis. There will be a large practical element included. It is essential that the physiotherapist has a working knowledge of the Maitland concept. Tutor: Louis Gifford BSc MCSP, private practitioner in Falmouth.
Fee: €45 MACP members, €50 others, includes coffee and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'St George's Hospital Special Trustees'. Please send SAE, no application form required. Students welcome. Closing date January 31.
Future organisation of specialist health professions
The workshop aims to bring participants up to date with changes in the NHS and community services and to examine the implications for the future organisation and management of specialist health professions. It draws on extensive organisation and development work and on-site workshops on this subject, and aims to help managers to analyse current problems and to develop locally-appropriate structures, systems, and contracting arrangements. The workshop is the twelfth of a successful series which brings together managers from different professions and general managers who face similar problems and challenges. The agenda will be decided by participants.
In addition to the national Brunel workshops, a programme of on-site workshops can be arranged and may be more cost-effective. Details, costs and independent evaluation from above address.
Miss R Keer MCSP, Superintendent Physiotherapist, St George's Hospital, Blackshaw Road, Tooting, London SW17 OQT (tel 081-784 2580)
Mrs M Heard or Dr John (dvretveit, Health Services Centre, BIOSS, Brunel University, Uxbridge, Middlesex UB8 3PH (tel 0895 56461)
March 1-3
Belfast
March 1-3
Edinburgh
9 am-5 pm Friday, Saturday
9 am-3 pm Sunday
March 4 -5
London N3
10.30 am-4.30 pm Monday
9.30 am-3.30 pm Tuesday
Registration 10.20 am Monday
McKenzie: Mechanical diagnosis and therapy. Part C: Problem-solving practical workshop
This three-day practical course involves therapist participation in problem-solving, categorising difficult patients, patient demonstrations, in-depth discussion of appropriate use of therapist technique and specific instruction and practice in these techniques. Participants will have the opportunity to bring forward for discussion any particular difficulties they may be experiencing in these areas. The course has limited enrolment of 24 places to ensure adequate instructorhherapist ratio in case-study problem-solving and learning of techniques. Course pre-requisites: Attendance at part A and part B presented by Robin McKenzie or a member of the teaching faculty of the McKenzie Institute - applicants must enclose copies of their certificates of attendance (see Physiotherapy, July 1990, page 396). Course leader: Malcolm Robinson GradDipPhys MCSP.
Fee: f100, includes coffee, tea, juice and biscuits (lunch at participants' own expense), payable to 'MIH Physiotherapy Fund', to be sent with application. Students not accepted. There is no closing date.
McKenzie: Mechanical diagnosis and therapy. Part C: Problem-solving practical workshop
Mater lnfirmorum Hospital Physiotherapy Department, and the McKenzie Institute
Susan Thompson MCSP, Physiotherapy Department, Mater lnfirmorum Hospital, Crumlin Road, Belfast BT14 6AB
Physiotherapy Department, Princess Margaret Rose Orthopaedic Hospital, and McKenzie Institute UK
Mrs L Sheppard, Physiotherapy Department, Princess Margaret Rose Orthopaedic Hospital, Frogston Road, West Edinburgh
This course will review the principles of mechanical diagnosis and therapy and will specifically identify and discuss common problem areas of implementation of the approach. The problem-solving method will be demonstrated through examination and treatment of the more difficult patient. Instruction in basic manual techniques as applied in the context of mechanical therapy will be given along with the identification of such techniques. This is a practical course where therapist technique will be taught and practised. Places limited to 24. Course pre-requisites: Attendance at part A and part B presented by Robin McKenzie or the McKenzie Institute - applicants must enclose copies of their certificates (see Physiotherapy, July 1990, page 396). Tutor: Juliet Moss MCSP.
Fee: f85, includes coffee, tea, juice and biscuits, to be sent with application, payable to 'McKenzie Course (PMROH)'.
Counselling skills workshop Dr S Delroy BS MA PsyD CPsychol AFBPsS, 3 Northumberland House, 237 Ballards Lane, Finchley, London N3 1LB (tel 081-346 4010)
The two-day counselling skills workshop is aimed at health professionals who use counselling either as a primary or secondary part of their work, in their daily contact with patients. The purpose is to increase the therapist's level of confidence in his or her listening skills, so that the therapist feels better able to be with and respond to people in distress. The orientation of the workshop is humanistic and the focus is on skills practice. One-day and five-day counselling workshops and courses are also on-going throughout the year. Stress management workshops are arranged in-house when requested, two-day counselling skills workshop venue is Finchley.
Fee: €60, includes coffee and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'Dr S Delroy'. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser.
This course is designed to consider principles and issues of external examining on pre- and post-registration physiotherapy courses. It provides a forum for external examiners (appointed or prospective) and members of course teams to exchange ideas, discuss difficulties and identify good practice.
Fee: €225, includes one night's accommodation, meals, teas and coffees. Non-residential fee: €150. Payable to 'CSP'. Application form from course organiser.
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March 5-7
Belfast
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McKenzie: Mechanical diagnosis and therapy. Part C: Problem-solving practical workshop
This three-day practical course involves therapist participation in problem-solving, categorising difficult patients, patient demonstrations, in-depth discussion of appropriate use of therapist technique and specific instruction and practice in these techniques. Participants will have the opportunity to bring forward for discussion any particular difficulties they may be experiencing in these areas. The course has limited enrolment of 24 places to ensure adequate instructor/therapist ratio in case-study problem-solving and learning of techniques. Course pre-requisites: Attendance at part A and part B presented by Robin McKenzie or a member of the teaching faculty of the McKenzie Institute - applicants must enclose copies of their certificates of attendance (see Physiotherapy, July 1990, page 396). Course leader: Malcolm Robinson GradDipPhys MCSP.
Fee: f100, includes coffee, tea, juice and biscuits (lunch at participants' own expense), payable to 'Physiotherapy Trust Fund, WH', not to be sent with application. Application forms from organiser. Students not accepted. There is no closing date.
Royal Victoria Hospital Physiotherapy Department, and the McKenzie Institute
Sally Murphy MCSP, c/o Physiotherapy Department, Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast BT12 6BA
March 6 onward
Hydrotherapy: Exercises in water Mrs M Gould MCSP, Devonshire Royal Hospital, Buxton, Derbyshire SK17 6RX
Buxton This is an introductory course on exercises in water. The emphasis is on practical work but management issues will also be covered. All participants will take part in the theory module March 6-8, 1991. This will be followed by a five-day practice module by arrangement. Further details are available from the course tutor, Mrs M Gould. Some hospital accommodation will be available at extra cost.
Fee: f 70, to be sent with application form from course organiser, payable to 'Stockport HA. Closing date January 25.
March 6-14 Aromatherapy
Upton, near Andover
9 am-6.30 pm
Mrs E Jones OBE MCSP, Blakes House, Upton, near Andover, Hampshire (tel 0264 76384)
Aromatherapy combines the use of pure essential oils of aromatic plants with therapeutic techniques, in particular specialised forms of massage such as lymphatic drainage and Shiatsu acupressure. Aromatherapy is particularly successful in the treatment of stress and stress-related problems. The aim of this course is to give thorough theoretical and practical tuition so that treatments may be given with confidence.
Fee: f395, includes coffee and tea, not to be sent with application. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser at above address. Closing date when course is full; first come, first served, as places are limited to 12. Nearby accommodation may be recommended.
March 7 -8
Glasgow
9.30 am-4.30 pm Thursday
9 am-3.30 pm Friday
Registration 9 am Thursday
March 8-10 Belfast
Treatment and care of the HIWAIDS patient
The course aims to provide the participants with knowledge and understanding of the epidemiology of the disease, its manifestations and progression. The current treatment and care of the patients, with particular emphasis on the role of the physiotherapist within the multidisciplinary team.
Fee: f 35, includes coffee and tea, t o be sent with application, payable to 'Ruchill Physiotherapy Course Fund'. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. Closing date February 22.
McKentle: Mechanical diagnosis and therapy. Part B: Cervical and thoracic spine
This three-day course revises Robin McKenzie's concept and with the assistance of a number of patients demonstrates how his principles of mechanical diagnosis and therapy through self-treatment procedures, can be applied to the cervical and thoracic spines. Having completed this course participants will be able to perform evaluations of cervical and thoracic patients so as to identify and describe the three syndromes as they apply to these areas and be able to administer the self-treatment and prophylaxis regime for each category (including 'cervical headache' and 'whiplash'). Course pre-requisite: Attendance of part A, the four-day lumbar course given by Robin McKenzie or member of the teaching faculty of the McKenzie Institute. Applicants must enclose a copy of part A certificate (see Physiotherapy, July 1990, page 396). Tutor: Malcolm Robinson GradDipPhys MCSP.
Fee: f85, includes coffee, tea, juice and biscuits (lunch at participants' own expense), payable to 'A Forbes, McKenzie Course', t o be sent with application. Students not accepted. There is no closing date.
Physiotherapy Department, Belfast City Hospital, and the McKenzie Institute
Miss A Forbes MCSP, Physiotherapy Department, Belfast City Hospital, Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7AB
March 9-10 onwards
Finchley Memorial Hospital, London N12
Analysis and treatment of Mrs D Kettle, 16 b r i n g Road, London N20 (tel 081-361 5558) musculoskeletal dysfunction
This is a complete introductory course in manipulative physiotherapy based on the Maitland philosophy. It consists of one weekend per month over nine consecutive months, the first weekend being March 9-10, 1991. The course will cover examination, assessment and treatment of all peripheral and spinal areas with a large emphasis on problem-solving. The format is the same as the currently running MACP weekend series excluding the combined movement weekends. One of the main aims of this course is to widen the provision of the MACP weekend programme in order to encourage more MACP members.
Fee: f450, includes coffee and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'Mrs D Kettle'. Please send SAE, no application form required.
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March 15-17
Kidderminster, Worcestershire
McKenzie: Mechanical diagnosis and therapy. Part C: Problem-solving practical workshop
This three-day practical course involves therapist participation in problem-solving, categorising difficult patients, patient demonstrations, in-depth discussion of appropriate use of therapist technique and specific instruction and practice in these techniques. Participants will have the opportunity to bring forward for discussion any particular difficulties they may be experiencing in these areas. The course has limited enrolment of 24 places to ensure adequate instructor/therapist ratio in case-study problem-solving and learning of techniques. Course pre-requisites: Attendance of part A and part B presented by Robin McKenzie or a member of the teaching faculty of the McKenzie Institute - applicants must enclose a copy of their certificates of attendance (see Physiotherapy, July 1990, page 396). Course leader: Malcolm Robinson GradDipPhys MCSP.
Fee: €95, includes coffee, tea, juice and biscuits (lunch at participants' own expense), payable to 'The KDHA Physio Course Fund', to be sent with application. Students not accepted. There is no closing date.
Physiotherapy Department, Kidderminster General Hospital, and the McKenzie Institute
Mrs M Summers, Physiotherapy Department, Mill Street Hospital, Kidderminster, Worcestershire DY11 6XN
March 16-17
Paisley
9 am-5 pm Saturday
10 am-3 pm Sunday
March 20-21
Uxbridge, Middlesex
March 21-23
London
9 am-5 pm
Adverse mechanical tension in the nervous system
The course presents a model of adverse mechanical tension in the nervous system, based on the teaching of Elvey, Butler and Gifford. The course is suitable for physiotherapists who have a working knowledge of the Maitland concept. Theory content will include a review of literature of anatomical, biomechanical and pathological basis for the use of tension test in assessment, treatment and prognosis. There will be an emphasis on the practical application of tension techniques including a demonstration of a patient. Tutor: Robin Blake MCSP DipTP, instructor in the Maitland concept.
Fee: €80.50 (€70 plus €10.50 VAT), includes coffee and tea. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser.
Developing community mental health services
The NHS and social service reforms have brought opportunities as well as uncertainties to community mental health services. The differences between services is likely to increase with a variety of providers and service models. The amount and type of contribution made by social service departments will vary even more than it does now, some taking part in joint commissioning boards and some with a minimum statutory contribution. Services in the community will depend even more on effective collaboration between different agencies and professions at all levels. Meanwhile staff face increasing demands and an uncertain future. This workshop is for purchasers and providers of mental health services to consider options for future community mental health services, clarify which models are most appropriate in their area, and to decide steps to maintain services through the current uncertainties. Details from above address.
In addition to the national Brunel workshops, a programme of on-site workshops can be arranged and may be more cost-effective. Details, costs and independent evaluations from above address.
McKenzie: Mechanical diagnosis and therapy. Part 6: Cervical and thoracic spine
Mrs M Heard or Dr John Qvretveit, Health Services Centre, BIOSS, Brunel University, Uxbridge, Middlesex UB8 3PH (tel 0895 56461)
Physiotherapy Department, Haringey District, and the McKenzie Institute UK
Ms N Gritten, Physiotherapy Department, North Middlesex Hospital, Sterling Way, Edmonton, London N18
This three-day course revises Robin McKenzie's concept and with the assistance of patients demonstrates how the same principles of mechanical diagnosis and therapy through self-treatment procedures, can be applied to the cervical and thoracic spines. Having completed this course participants will be able to perform evaluations of cervical and thoracic patients so as to administer the self-treatment and prophylaxis regime for each category (including 'cervical headache' and 'whiplash'). Course pre-requisite: Attendance of part A, the four-day lumbar course given by Robin McKenzie or member of the teaching faculty of the McKenzie Institute. Applicants must enclose a copy of part A certificate (see Physiotherapy, July 1990, page 396). Tutor: Juliet Moss MCSP.
Fee: €90, includes coffee, tea, juice and biscuits, not to be sent with application.
March 23 Anterior knee pain East Dorset District Physiotherapy Service
Bournemouth General Hospital Hospital, Victoria Road, Wimborne, Dorset BH21 IER
9 am-4.30 pm
Mrs J Harris MCSP. Physiotherapy Department, Victoria
(tel 0202 841101 ext 142)
This one-day course will provide the latest information on the management of anterior knee pain. It will include the anatomy and biomechanics of the knee, causes and syndromes of anterior knee pain, podiatry, treatment by medial stretch techniques, physiotherapy and surgical treatments. Our speakers include: Tony Wilson BSc GradDipPhys MCSP, Mr N Fiddian FRCS, orthopaedic consultant, East Dorset Health Authority. This course is suitable for physiotherapists, occupational therapists and medical practitioners.
Fee: €40, includes coffee, lunch and tea, residential accommodation (limited), to be sent with application, payable to 'East Dorset Health Authority'. No application form required. Students welcome.
No course is validated by the Chartered Society unless this is stated under the title. It is impossible for the CSP to assess courses published here except for those which are validated.
April 13-16 McKenzie: Mechanical diagnosis Central Notts Health Authority Physiotherapy Service
Mansf ield
9 am-5 pm
and therapy. Follow up Part D. Therapist technique and application
Mr A A Mugglestone MCSP, Superintendent Physiotherapist, Crow Hill Rehabilitation Centre, Crow Hill Drive, Mansfield, Notts NG19 7AY (tel 0623 22515 ext 4262)
Registi ration 8.30 am This four-day hands-on course emphasises the practice of beginning and advanced techniques for the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spines. In addition to practising specific therapist techniques, time is allotted to the thought processes required for appropriate patient and technique selection. This course pre-supposes the student's adequate understanding of the materials presented in parts A, Band C, so that the role of technique clearly follows exhaustion of self-treatment procedures. Course pre-requisites: Attendance at parts A, B and C presented by Robin McKenzie or member of the teaching faculty of the McKenzie Institute - applicants must enclose copies of their certificates of attendance. Course tutor: Ace Neame NNZSP NZMTA from New Zealand, international lecturer on manual therapy and member of the McKenzie Institute (International).
Fee: f130, includes coffee, lunch and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'CNHA'. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. Places limited to 27. There is no closing date.
April 18-20
Exeter
McKenzie: Mechanical diagnosis and therapy. Part 6: Cervical and thoracic spine
This three-day course revises Robin McKenzie's concept and with the assistance of a number of patients demonstrates how his principles of mechanical diagnosis and therapy through self-treatment procedures, can be applied to the cervical and thoracic spines. Having completed this course participants will be able to perform evaluations of cervical and thoracic patients so as to identify and describe the three syndromes as they apply to these areas and be able to administer the self-treatment and prophylaxis regime for each category (including 'cervical headache' and 'whiplash'). Course pre-requisite: Attendance of part A, the four-day lumbar course given by Robin McKenzie or member of the teaching faculty of the McKenzie Institute. Applicants must enclose a copy of part A certificate (see Physiotherapy, July 1990, page 396). Tutor: Malcolm Robinson GradDipPhys MCSP.
Fee: f85, includes coffee, tea, juice and biscuits (lunch at participants' own expense), payable to 'Exeter Health Authority', t o be sent with application. Students not accepted. There is no closing date.
Physiotherapy Training Committee, Exeter Health Authority, and the McKenzie Institute
Miss G Lubbock, Demonstration Centre, Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, Heavitree, Gladstone Road, Exeter
Aoril 18-21 McKenzie: Mechanical diaanosis McKenzie Institute UK
Course Organiser, 3 Calbourne Road, London SW12 8LW and therapy. Follow up Pa: D. Physiotherapy Centre, London Therapist technique and application
9 am- . 5 pm This four-day hands-on course emphasises the practice of beginning and advanced techniques for the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spines. In addition to practising specific therapist techniques, time is allotted to the thought processes required for appropriate patient and technique selection. The workshop covers the neurological and biomechanical bases of manipulation, emphasising the indications and contra-indications for its use. This course pre-supposes the student's adequate understanding of the materials presented in parts A, B and C, so that the role of technique clearly follows exhaustion of self-treatment procedures. Course pre-requisites: Attendance at parts A, Band C presented by Robin McKenzie or member of the teaching faculty of the McKenzie Institute - applicants must enclose copies of their certificates of attendance. Course tutor: Ace Neame NNZSP NZMTA.
Fee: €130, includes coffee, tea, juice and biscuits, to be sent with application, payable to 'Mr Ace Neame'.
April 25-27
Sunderland
McKenzie: Mechanical diagnosis and therapy. Part 6: Cervical and thoracic spine
Physiotherapy Department, Ryhope General Hospital, and the McKenzie Institute
Mrs A Weetman, Physiotherapy Department, Ryhope General Hospital, Ryhope, Sunderland SR2 OLY
This three-day course revises Robin McKenzie's concept and with the assistance of a number of patients demonstrates how the principles of mechanical diagnosis and therapy through self-treatment procedures, can be applied to the cervical and thoracic spines. Having completed this course participants will be able to perform evaluations of cervical and thoracic patients so as to identify and describe the three syndromes as they apply to these areas and be able to administer the self-treatment and prophylaxis regime for each category (including 'cervical headache' and 'whiplash'). Course pre-requisite: Attendance of part A, the four-day lumbar course given by Robin McKenzie or member of the teaching faculty of the McKenzie Institute. Applicants must enclose a copy of part A certificate (see Physiotherapy, July 1990, page 396). Tutor: Malcolm Robinson GradDipPhys MCSP.
Fee: €85, includes coffee, tea, juice and biscuits (lunch at participants' own expense), payable to 'Ryhope Physiotherapy Account', to be sent with application. Students not accepted. There is no closing date.
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July 22-26 Pre- and post-WCPT Congress Society of Orthopaedic Medicine/OCPPP (Part A)
August 5 -9 (Part B)
University of Kent, Canterbury
1 pm Monday to 1 pm Friday
Mrs K M Kesson MCSP, Preston Lodge, The Mall, Faversham, Kent ME13 8JL (tel 0795 534113)
course in orthopaedic medicine
The course takes place over two weeks. Part A, cervical spine, thoracic spine and upper limb; part B, lumbar spine, sacro-iliac joint and lower limb. Each part is an intensive four-day course of lectures, demonstrations and practical sessions based on the work of the late Dr James Cyriax. Emphasis will be given to clinical examination and diagnosis, applied anatomy, accurate deep friction massage and manipulation. There will be numerous, supervised practical sessions in small groups of eight t o ten participants. A bound handbook of course material will be provided on registration.
Fee: f 2 2 5 (each part), includes coffee, lunch and tea, course reception and dinner, plus a visit to Canterbury Cathedral. The fee reduces to f 4 2 0 if both parts are booked before the closing date of June 17. Application form from course organiser at above address.
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August 5-6
London SW3
9.15 am-5 pm
Registration 9 am
Respiratory care: Changing concepts (post-WCPT Congress course)
The programme will include presentations by physiotherapists from several countries on their research projects and clinical work. The symposium will provide the opportunity for physiotherapists experienced in respiratory care to discuss new work and exchange ideas on topics including noninvasive ventilation, airway clearance, transplantation, respiratory muscle training and exercise. Early application is advised.
Fee: f 55, includes coffee, lunch and tea, not to be sent with application. Application form from course organiser. Closing date June 30.
Miss B A Webber FCSP, Physiotherapy Department, Royal Brompton and National Heart Hospital, Sydney Street, London SW3 6NP (tel 071-351 8088 ext 4596)
International April 27
Maastricht, The Netherlands
The sacro-iliac joint: Its role in posture and locomotion
The symposium will cover anatomy, function, development after puberty, mobility, muscle influence, integration with the vertebral column, problems and therapies.
Dr A Vleeming, Programme Director, European Conference Organisers, PO Box 25327, 3001 HH Rotterdam, The Netherlands
July 3 -5
University of Nijmegen, The Netherlands
Advances in hydrotherapy 2: Movement and immersion in water
Mrs J Koot, University of Nijmegen, PO Box 9111, 6500 HN Nijmegen, The Netherlands (fax 31805679156)
Limited time will be available for free papers.
After the first announcement of a course, its date, place and title will normally be given in subsequent issues of the Journal unless the closing date falls on or before the 20th of the month of issue, or the organiser sends in notification that it is fully booked. Further details may be obtained by referring to the issue of the Journal given after the title of the course in parentheses.
January - September (Polytechnic of East London) Evaluation of practice for the remedial professions (August)
January 4 -6 (London SW6) The lower leg, ankle and foot (October)
January 5 -8 (Abergavenny) McKenzie: Mechanical diagnosis and therapy. Part A: The lumbar spine (October)
