This is a three-day advanced level seminar intended for clinicians who work with general acute, orthopedic, or sports patients. Course participants should have taken the Basic Course, and should have a basic understanding of anatomy, terminology, biomechanics, and the biomechanical assessment of the lower extremity. The Advanced Course will discuss advanced joint biomechanics, sport biomechanics, footwear technology and selection, video gait analysis, joint mobilization, foot orthotic problem solving, closed kinetic chain assessment, and closed kinetic chain rehabilitation. The course will focus upon the use of biomechanics in treatment approaches and clinical problem solving.
	You asked for it. We listened. We asked for your feedback on our basic course. We received high marks for our professional presentations, but you've also asked for more. You want an Advanced course in the same tradition of excellence. You want advanced concepts. You want advanced techniques. Most of all, you want to "put it all together" to tackle your clinical problems.
	A special course for special patients. Our research revealed that the best way to advance to the next level was to create specific courses for different patient populations. The present course is designed to meet the needs of the clinician who deals with general acute, orthopedic, and/or sports patients. An additional course directed toward neurologically involved patients is under consideration.
	Keeping up with technology and research or ... ("High tech...and high touch") Recent developments in technology have opened new horizons. Slow motion video analysis of human movement. Space-age materials for orthotics. Advances in footwear design and construction. We'll present how this information applies to you, and most important, how it applies to treating your patient. At the same time, we realize that your most important/valuable tools are your hands and your head. With this in mind, we've included "hands-on" sessions to practice new techniques and reinforce concepts.
	The voice of experience. Our speakers, Brian and Suzie have been teaching our Basic course for years, and are recognized nationally as leaders in the field of lower extremity biomechanics. They are also active clinicians who share the joys and frustrations of patient care. and are ready to share their clinical insights with you.

1. Advanced Lower Extremity Biomechanics
2. Selected Sports Biomechanics

a. Running
b. Jumping
c. Cycling

3. Footwear

a. Current trends and technology
b. Assessment and Selection

4. Joint mobilization of the lower extremity
5. Hands-On Workshop: Joint mobilization techniques

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1. Advanced Biomechanical Assessment of the Lower Extremity a. Open Kinetic Chain b. Closed Kinetic Chain

2. Analysis of the Human Gait

a. Observational Analysis
b. Videotape Analysis

3. Hands-On Workshop: Advanced Lower Extremity Assessment

4. Clinical Problem Solving and Orthotic Trouble-Shooting

5. Group Discussions: Patient Case Studies

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1. Common Surgeries and Fractures of the Foot and Ankle
2. Biomechanical Approach to Lower Extremity Rehabilitation:

a. Patello Femoral Syndromes
b. Anterior Cruciate Deficiency
c. Shin Splints
d. Recurrent Ankle Sprains
e. Plantar Fascitis
f. Hallux Pathology

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