3 Continuing Education Hours and
Credits $150 per therapist

or

7 Continuing Education Hours and
Credits $300 per therapist

Proceeds benefit Connective Strength’s Provider Education Initiative Program

Get into the Zebra Zone:
This class, led by Dr. Matthew C. Oseto, an orthopedic surgeon and EDS specialist, offers a blend of extensive clinical experience and innovative insight, aimed at enhancing patient outcomes in this challenging population. The comprehensive curriculum delves into both basic and advanced EDS topics, from diagnosis to multidisciplinary care and new therapies. It emphasizes hands on learning with practical demonstrations in diagnostics and treatment, fostering skill and confidence in managing EDS.

Advanced Pelvis Assessment & Treatment
This course will integrate stability testing, load transfer testing, kinetic testing, and motor control to determine a reasoned treatment intervention.  Emphasis will be on manual assessment, muscle recruitment and cueing to improve control.  Strong knowledge of anatomy and biomechanics is highly recommended.  Suggested reading: The Pelvic Girdle: An integration of clinical expertise and research, 4th edition. 

Our curriculum covers a wide range of topics, addressing both the fundamentals and advance aspects of EDS diagnosis, treatment, and management. From diagnostic criteria to multidisciplinary care approaches and emerging therapies, we leave no stone unturned in equipping you with a holistic understanding of this complex condition.

1. Hands-On Learning and Demonstrations

Our classes offer immersive hands-on experiences and demonstrations. You’ll have the opportunity to practice various diagnostic techniques, such as joint hypermobility assessments on actual EDS patients, under the guidance of instructors.

2. Networking Opportunities

Join a vibrant community of medical professionals dedicating to advancing EDS care. Connect with like-minded colleagues, exchange ideas, and build viable relationships that can foster collaborations and support in your future practice.

3. Ongoing Support

Learning doesn’t stop after the class ends! We provide ongoing support, resources, and updates to ensure that you stay at the forefront of EDS management.

Erin Kinneen, PT, MS, DMT, CLT

RET Kirkland

Erin became a PT given her love for movement and her strong dislike for barriers from being able to move well without pain. She was a patient first and quickly learned how important manual therapy and spine care are to feeling our best so pursued manual therapy residency, became a Board-Certified Orthopaedic Specialist, and is currently enrolled in fellowship. She is trained in dry needling, pelvic floor care for men and women, blood flow restriction care, vertigo management, and is a Certified Lymphedema Therapist. She loves to learn and loves to advocate for her clients. Her mission in lifelong learning is to ensure her patients always feel like there are answers and solutions in our clinic for their symptoms. She really values her work with Eastside Connective Strength and helps teach about gait and tools used to help people heal faster at the University of Puget Sound to share her passion for learning. She is also on the Political Action Committee Board for Washington Physical Therapists to best advocate for physical therapist practice concerns in Washington state. When she is not in the clinic or is not actively learning, Erin can be found with loved ones. She is a trail runner, a cross country mountain biker, and a road cyclist. She loves to do gait analysis and bike fits to help her clients outpace her on the trails! She also loves to travel and connect with other entrepreneurs.   

Matthew C. Oseto, MD FAAOS, FAENS

Ericson Hand & Nerve Center

Dr. Oseto, an ABOS Board-Certified orthopedic surgeon, specializes in treating patients with joint hypermobility issues, as well as addressing subtle peripheral nerve, joint, and tendon problems.

Bret Swigard, PT, MPT, OCS, FAAOMPT, c MDT, LJLCP, CDNS

Innova Physical Therapy (Clinician, Clinic Owner)

I have over 20 years of orthopedic experience, and am a PT instructor, mentor, consultant, clinic owner and clinician. I have worked with professional athletes, professional dancers, collegiate athletes and weekend warriors.

I have had the honor of training with some of the best PTs in North America. I have taught Orthopedic Manual Therapy Courses in the US and Canada and still teach specialty private courses. I am a lifelong learner and have a passion to share my knowledge, experience, and expertise with others. I enjoy mentoring PTs of all levels of experience and have a deep pride in Innova's team of specialists.

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