Courses and conferences

@$ courses and conferences A charge of f20 per entry is made for the following:

A charge of f60 per entry is made for all other course organisers.

Boards. Branches. Occupational and Clinical interest Groups, schools of physiotherapy. physiotherapy departments, Heafth Districts and CSP validated courses.

The closing date for this section is the 13th of the month preceding the month of publication. Organisers are reminded that course objectives must be stated for each entry under this section.

McKenzie Institute (UK) Courses 1990191

This is the list of courses so far scheduled within the United Kingdom and Ireland for the rest of this and next year. It is meant as a guide only, to help participants with their planning. Applications should be made to the local course organiser only when full details appear in this section of the Journal approximately four months in advance of each course.

July 23-26 Glasgow" September 5 -8 Truro

13-15 Belfast 17 - 2 0 Belfast 22-24 lpswich

September 29-October 2 Bournemouth' October 5 -7 Oldham

11-14 London 18-20 Birmingham 25-28 Sunderland 26-28 Nottingham

November 8-11 Southport 16-18 London

November 30-December 2 Grantham November 30-December 2 London December 12-14 Dudley

1991 January 5 -8 Abergavenny January 16-19 Taunton

February 7-10 London 18-20 Aberdeen

Part A Part A Part B Part A Part B Part A Part B Part A Part C Part A Part C Part A Part B Part B Part C Part C

Part A Part A Part B Part A

February 9-12 Sutton Coldfield 15-17 Dublin

March 1-3 Edinburgh 15-17 Kidderminster 22-24 London

April 9-10 Birmingham 12-14 Sunderland 13-16 Mansfield 18-21 London 18-20 Exeter

May 16-19 Kidderminster 17-19 London

June 8-10 Sutton Coldfield 13-16 London 15-17 Abergavenny

September 13-15 London October 3 -5 Taunton

11-13 Aberdeen 25-27 Sunderland

November 7-10 London

December 13-15 London 16-18 Sutton Coldfield

Part A Part C Part C Part C Part B Part D refresher Part B Part D Part D Part B Part A Part C Part B Part A Part B Part B Part B Part C Part C Part A Part C Part C

'These two courses will be jointly presented by Robin McKenzie FNZSP and the UK faculty. The next preliminary announcement such as this will appear in six months time. Copies of certificates of attendance need to be produced by those applying for Parts B, C and D. Certificates (if not received at the

Juliet Moss Malcolm Robinson 3 Calbourne Road 92 Lindridge Road Balham Whitehouse Common London Sutton Coldfield SW12 8LW West Midlands

time of the course) may be claimed by sending an A5-sized SAE to either:

875 6HJ stating date and location of course attended.

or to:

Institute Faculty.

Please apply to the above if you require details of how to organise any of the four McKenzie courses in your area of the UK and Ireland

Paula Van Wijmen, International Secretary, PO Box 56042, Tawa, Wellington, New Zealand, for any other country with no McKenzie

DATE AND PLACE SUBJECT ORGANISER AND ADDRESS FOR APPLICATIONS

August 18 Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Sports Medicine - South Wales Region National Sports

Centre for Wales, Miss C Stevenson MCSP, 161 lnverness Place, Roath, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff CF2 4RX (tel 0222 495983) Cardiff

9.30 am-5 pm

Registration 9.15 am

Sports injuries study day

The course aims to promote prevention, on-the-field treatment and rehabilitation of sports injuries, with an emphasis towards rugby football. Tutors include Kevin Murphy MCSP SRP, physiotherapist, English Rugby Football Union; Viv Lancey MCSP SRP, lecturer, National Coaching Foundation; members of training and medical teams, Welsh Rugby Union.

Fee: €15, includes coffee, lunch and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'ACPSM South Wales'. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. Students welcome. Closing date July 27.

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August 22

Royal Liverpool Hospital College

9.30 am-4.30 pm

Registration 9 am

Legal matters relating to physiotherapy

Course suitable for superintendent and senior physiotherapists to heighten their awareness of current medico- legal matters. Topics include: Rules of professional conduct, internal disciplinary procedures and professional liability insurance. Also covered will be discussions on writing compensation reports, appearing in court as a witness of fact or as an expert. Speaker: Penny Robinson MA MCSP and member of regional legal department (Mersey region).

Fee: f20, includes coffee, lunch and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'RLH Physiotherapy Account'. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. Closing date August 10.

Mrs J D Simpson MCSP, Physiotherapy Department, The Royal Liverpool Hospital, Prescott Street, Liverpool L7 8XP (tel 051-709 0141 ext 2190)

Auaust 30-31 Resource management and Mrs S Thomas MCSP, Superintendent Phvsiotherapist, - Stoke on Trent contracts North Staffordshire Royal.lnfirmary, Princes Road, 'Hartshill,

Stoke on Trent ST4 7LN

This introductory two-day course is aimed at physiotherapists with management responsibilities and is open to senior I grade or over. Course tutor Mrs J Williams BA FCSP DipTP DMS.

Fee: f60, includes coffee and tea, payable to 'North Staffs Health Authority'. Closing date August 10.

September 1-2

North Manchester General Hospital, Crumpsall, Manchester

9.30 am-4.30 pm Saturday

9.30 am-2 pm Sunday

Bobath concept Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Neurology - Manchester

Mrs J Rigby MCSP, 13 St Clements Road, Wigan, Lancashire WNl 2RU

This introductory course aims to give an insight into the Bobath concept. It is designed for therapists interested in neurology with limited experience and will include patient demonstrations and practical sessions on normal movement. Course tutor: Mary Lynch MCSP. Places limited to 30, preference will be given to ACPIN members.

Fee: f 30, includes coffee and tea. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. Closing date August 17.

Registration 9 am Saturday

September 1, 2, 15, 16 Basic Halliwick course Association of Swimming Therapy: Region 5 East Hull Pool, Holderness Road

Mrs B Kelsey BA RMN RNMH, Honorary Secretary, 59 Woldcarr Road, Hull, North Humberside HU3 6TR (tel 0482 53547)

Halliwick is the ideal method of teaching 'water happiness'. The course covers mental and physical adjustment to the water, relaxation, breathing control, balance and basic movement skills. These are taught in a relaxed and enjoyable way, using simple activities, games and music. Some other topics covered are how to get people in and out of the water, understanding the effects of water, the use of groups, badge work, competition and teaching techniques. There are no pre-requisites and participants need not be strong swimmers, so anyone interested in helping people with disabilities in the water may attend.

Fee: €30 AST members and students, €40 others, includes coffee and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'AST RA 5'. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. Students welcome. Closing date, when course is full.

September 2-4 Childhood disability College of St Hild and St Bede, Durham

Ms 0 Plunkett, Medical Education and Information Unit of the Spastics Society, Wolfson Centre, Mecklenburgh Square, London WC1N 2AP (tel 071-833 2017, fax 071-833 9469)

The European Academy of Childhood Disability had a very successful inaugural meeting last year in Oxford; it was attended by over 200 people from Europe. This is a scientific multidisciplinary meeting concerned with a whole range of childhood disabilities. Its format will include guest lectures, teaching sessions and sessions for free communications.

Fee: f 75 for 2 %-day meeting, including registration, board and accommodation (concessionary f 60). Abstracts to be sent to and further information from Ms 0 Plunkett at above address.

Research and evaluation in Cardiff School of Physiotherapy and All-Wales

Mrs Kim Tovey, Training Officer for Professional Staff, Combined Training Institute, University Hospital of Wales, Heath Park, Cardiff CF4 4XW (tel 0222 755944 ext 3102)

Dr Iris Musa, Senior Teacher, Cardiff School of Physiotherapy, University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff CF4 4XW (tel 0222 755944 ext 2227)

September 3-6 University Hospital physiotherapy Professional and Technical Staff Training Officer of Wales, Cardiff

The course will introduce participants to research, methodology and statistics, and to the evaluation of the reliability and validity of methods of measurement used in physiotherapy. No previous knowledge required. It will allow the participant to begin evaluation of physiotherapy and prepare him/her to look critically at published work and current physiotherapy research, and prepare the participant for further self-directed study in research methodology and statistics as they apply to clinical physiotherapy. It will cover topic areas such as experimental and non-experimental research methodology, statistics, measurement theory, etc.

Fee: f80, application forms and further details from course organiser at above address. Closing date August 10.

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September 6 Cowane Centre, Stirling

Working together with the elderly The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy College of Occupational Therapists

Ms J Morrison, Events Organiser, CSP, 14 Bedford Row, London WC1R 4ED (tel 071-242 1941 ext 252)

Rescheduled joint conference between physiotherapists and occupational therapists on the work both professions do with elderly people. Course will look at areas where professionals work together and areas of individual expertise. Conference will discuss ways in which professions can develop co-operation to benefit of elderly people.

Fee: €30, €20 if a physiotherapist and occupational therapist attend together. Preference given to joint applications.

September 7 TNS course Ms J Hassan, Physiotherapy Department, Leighton Hospital, Leighton, Crewe CW1 4QJ Cranage Hall Hospital,

Holmes Chaoel This one-dav course combines theorv behind TNS with practical applications in the treatment of acute and chronic pain. Lecturers: Frances Arnall MCSP and Jean Hunt MCSP. Sponsored by Promedics Ltd.

Fund'. Accommodation can be arranged, subject to availability.

Progressive rehabilitation of the upper limb

Fee: €12.50, includes coffee, lunch and tea, payable to 'Crewe Health Authority Physiotherapy Training

September 8

CSP Offices, London WC1

10.30 am-4.30 pm

Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Exercise, Recreational and Preventive Therapy

Mr D Loze MCSP DipRGRT, 2 Formby Road, St Annes on Sea, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire FY9 3AL

The aim of this course is to demonstrate the appropriate use of exercise and recreational therapy in the treatment of upper limb dysfunction, from early through to late stage rehabilitation. Theoretical and practical aspects will be covered by lectures and active workshops. Practical clothing should be worn.

Fee: Free ACPERPT members, f 10 others, includes coffee, lunch and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'ACPERPT'. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. Closing date August 10.

Management of hand trauma and September 10-14 South Manchester - Rehabilitation Demonstration Centre

Manchester disease Course Administrator, Withington Hospital, Nell Lane, Manchester M 2 0 8LR (tel 061-447 3409)

The course is suitable for physiotherapists and occupational therapists. It will cover recent advances in micro-surgical techniques, including replantation and transplantation; some hand injuries and their rehabilitation; management of the rheumatoid hand and management of the congenital hand deformity.

Fundamentals of foot and leg biomechanics

September 14-16

Stoke on Trent

Mrs P Morgan, Manager of Educational Services, Brookhouse Way, Cheadle, Stoke on Trent STlO 1RL (tel 0538 755861)

9 .30 am-5 pm This three-day course is designed to explain to health care practitioners some of the fundamental reasons for lower limb pathologies and deformities. The course equips one with the basic skills necessary to address such problems and explains the concepts and prescribing of functional foot orthoses. A strong emphasis during the three days is given to practical sessions. Comprehensive lecture notes are provided.

Fee: €110 non-residential, €155 residential, includes coffee, lunch and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'Langer UK'. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. Students welcome. Closing date September 7.

September 15-16

Bugbrooke, Northampton

Comprehensive basic course in acupuncture

A course for qualified physiotherapists to learn the correct use and application of the principles of acupuncture for the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders in the field of physiotherapy by an experienced and qualified medical practitioner of acupuncture. Course includes basic principles of traditional Chinese medicine with particular reference to anatomy and point location with a full description of the channels on which the points lie. The use of acupressure, TNS and some electrical methods are discussed.

Fee: €250, includes coffee, lunch and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'Dr David L S Paine'. Application form from course secretary. Closing date September 7.

Dr David L S Paine MB ChB MRCGP DipAc(Beijing1 MFHom, The Consulting Rooms, Orchard Paddock, Bugbrooke, Northampton NN7 3QR (tel 0604 832256)

am-7 pm Saturday

9 am-6.30 pm Sunday

September 20-23

Chesterfield Royal Hospital, North Derbyshire

8.30 am-6 pm Thursday

9 am-5.30 pm Friday, Saturday

9 am-4.30 pm Sunday

Registration 8.30 am Thursday

Cyriax approach to orthopaedic medicine. Part A: Cervical spine, thoracic spine and upper limb

This four-day course intended for physiotherapists and doctors will consist of lectures, demonstrations and numerous practical sessions on the treatment of the cervical spine, thoracic spine and upper limb. Emphasis will be given to clinical examination and diagnosis, accurate deep massage, injection, techniques and manipulation. The course is accredited to the Society of Orthopaedic Medicine, and the tutors are Fellows of the Society.

Fee: €145, includes coffee and tea, not to be sent with application. Please send SAE for application form and course programme from course organiser. Closing date August 8.

North Derbyshire Health Authority

Mr G Smyth MCSP, Physiotherapy Department, Walton Hospital, Whitecotes Lane, Chesterfield, North Derbyshire 540 3HN

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September 21

Royal United Hospital, Bath

10 am-4 pm

Registration 9.45 am MCSP.

Single case study research in

This course aims to introduce participants to the single case study as a method of research. The course will include lectures and group work covering methods of measurement, experimental designs, generalising for single case studies, analysing the data and writing the scientific report. Tutor: Jane Riddoch PhD CF'sychol

Fee: f 30, includes coffee and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'Bath Health District Physiotherapy

Course Organiser, Physiotherapy Department, Royal United Hospital, Combe Park, Bath BAl 3NG

Training Fund'. Please send SAE, no application form required. Closing date September 1.

September 22 Concepts in rehabilitation Royal Air Force Rehabilitation Branch

Epsom, Surrey

9.25 am-5 Dm

Mr D N Flint MCSP, Defence Services Medical Rehabilitation Unit, Royal Air Force, Headley Court, Epsom, Surrey KT18 6JN

This Royal Air Force symposium celebrating 50 years rehabilitation is open to all Chartered physiotherapists. There will be a trade exhibition, a demonstration of the Lido computeriscd isokinetic system and a series of eight lectures presented by experts in their fields. These will include 'Head injury rehabilitation', Dr C Evans MB BS FRCP; 'The team approach to the treatment of the rheumatic patient', Dr A K Clarke FRCP; 'Knee instability and the Lido', Dr D Jones MRCP and Mr D Wilson GradDipPhys MCSP; 'Air Force rheumatology', Dr P Lone MB BS; 'Rehabilitation of the upper limb', Dr M Robinson MB FRCP(Edin). The objective is to review current concepts in rehabilitation and also include a review of 'The use of computers in physiotherapy, and 'Exercise and chronic back pain'.

Fee: f 25 civilian applicants, includes coffee, lunch and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'NonPas RAF Headley Court'. Please send SAE, no application form required. Students welcome. Closing date September 7.


September 22-23

Manchester

10 am-5 pm


Theoretical and practical aspects of TNS and interferential therapy

North Manchester Area Health Authority

Mr M Urmston, Superintendent Physiotherapist, Physiotherapy Department, North Manchester General Hospital, Crumpsall, Manchester

This course covers both the theoretical and practical aspects of TNS and interferential therapy, including a review of the relevant pain-relief mechanisms and an in-depth analysis of the available scientific research. The treatment regimes proposed will be based on such data. There will be ample opportunity for practical application of both modalities and also practice in the use of TNS at acupuncture points. The course will be suitable for physiotherapists with little or no previous knowledge in this field. Course tutors: Mr S Ahamed, consultant physiotherapist to EMS, and Miss L Mcloughlin, senior physiotherapist.

Fee: €50, includes coffee and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'NMAHA(Physi0)'. Please send SAE. No application form required. Application on first-come, first-served basis, your cheque will confirm your place. Residential accommodation available on request. Students welcome. Closing date September 14.

SeDtember 22-23 Acuteltraumatic soft tissue Mr E Moraan-Jones GradDioPhvs MCSP DiDTP. Salteraate

Chesterfield

9 am-4 pm

injuries of the lower limb

The aim of the course is to develop a basic understanding of the physiotherapy management of acutehaumatic injuries of the lower limb. It will include causes, biomechanics, recognition and physiotherapy management of acute quadriceps muscle 'contusion' injury, and acute hamstring strain. Complications. Testing for 'fitness'. Prophylaxis. Anatomy, biomechanics, mechanism of injury, recognition and differential examination of meniscus, collateral ligament, cruciate ligament and posterior capsule damage. Physiotherapy management of - tibia1 collateral ligament sprain, ankle sprains and associated injuries of foot and leg. Support and strapping techniques for thigh, knee and ankle. Tutor: Mr G Preston MCSP.

Fee: f55, students f35, includes coffee, lunch and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'Saltergate Physiotherapy Clinic'. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser.

Physiotheiapy Clinic, 124 Salteigate, Chesterfield S 4 6 1NG (tel 0246 208325)

September 27

London E9

Advanced normal movement Association of Chartered Physiotherapists Interested in Neurology - Greater London Region

Miss K Benton MCSP, Physiotherapy Department, Homerton Hospital, Homerton Row, London E9

This course is aimed at senior physiotherapists who have completed a three-week Bobath course and wish to extend and deepen their knowledge of normal movement. Open to members of ACPIN only, numbers limited to 12. Tutor: Charlie Dean, Bobath tutor.

Fee: f30, includes coffee and tea, not to be sent with application. Please send SAE. No application form required. Closing date August 3.

September 29-30 Basic acupuncture The Polygon Hotel, Southampton

course Drs J N Kenyon, G T Lewith and D I Dowson, The Centre for the Study of Complementary Medicine, 51 Bedford Place, Southampton, Hampshire SO1 2DG (tel 0703 334752)

This introductory course aims to (1) provide theoretical instruction covering the basic principles of acupuncture, both from the traditional Chinese and Western neurophysiological viewpoint; and (2) provide a basic clinical training in the practice of acupuncture so that those attending our course will be competent to practise this technique independently. An intensive theoretical and clinical introductory course involving approximately 30 hours training. (Two days course, plus two clinical days at a future data) A comprehensive set of equipment will be given to each participant.

Fee: f 386.40, includes coffee, lunch and tea, payable to 'Southampton Acupuncture Courses'. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser.

9 am-5 pm Registration 8.45 am

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Seotember 29-30 Acuteltraumatlc soft tissue Mrs S E Jackson MCSP, District Phvsiotheraoist. injuries of the lower limb Warrington District General Hospitai, Lovely hne,

Warrington WA5 1QG

The aim of the course is to develop a basic understanding of the physiotherapy management of acutehraumatic injuries of the lower limb. The course will include causes, biomechanics, recognition and physiotherapy management of acute quadriceps muscle 'contusion' injury, and acute hamstring strain. Complications, testing for 'fitness', prophylaxis, anatomy, biomechanics, mechanism of injury, recognition and differential examination of meniscus, collateral ligament, cruciate ligament and posterior capsule damage Physiotherapy management of tibia1 collateral ligament sprain, ankle sprains and associated injuries of the foot and leg. Support and strapping techniques for thigh, knee and ankle. Course tutor: Mr E Morgan-Jones GradDipPhys MCSP DipTP.

Fee: f 60 or f 100 for acute and chronic soft tissue injuries courses, includes coffee and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'Warrington Physiotherapy Education Fund'. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. Closing date August 17.

Warrington

9.30 am-4 pm

Registration 9 am

October 1990- April 1991

Burton Manor

Western acupuncture Dr(Ac) R H Kay, British Academy of Western Acupuncture, Carrick, Tetchill, Ellesmere, Shropshire SY12 9AP (tel 0691 654786)

College, Burton, Cheshire

The 12th annual course in Western acupuncture, starting in October, consists of seven weekends at monthly intervals covering the theory and practice of acupuncture with emphasis on the practical treatment of many common conditions. Held at Burton Manor College, it is also open to nurses (RGN) and doctors. (Approved under section 2 for PGEA For GPs.) Residential or non-residential.

October 1 Psychosocial consequences of South Glamorgan Health Authority Cardiff

9 am-5 pm


Mrs C Ellis, The Lodge, Rookwood Hospital, Fairwater Road, Llandaff, Cardiff CF5 2YN (tel 0222 566281 ext 3751)

physical disability

The aims of the course are to increase awareness of societal attitudes towards disability and to consider the psychological/emotional/social needs of the disabled individual and his family. The syllabus will include concepts of disability, society and disability, education for the disabled person, sexuality and disability, the experience of disability and the impact on family and carers.

Fee: €15 South Glamorgan HA employees, €30 others, includes coffee, lunch and tea, not t o be sent with application, payable to 'South Glamorgan HA'. Application form from course organiser. Students welcome. Closing date August 20.

October 1-3 Rheumatology Forest Dene Unit, Christchurch Hospital

Mrs A Ashmore, Head Occupational Therapist, or Mrs C Bowell, Senior Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy Department, Christchurch Hospital, Fairmile Road, Christchurch, Dorset BH23 2JX (tel 0202 486361 ext 5300)

A multidisciplinary course aimed at those working or interested in rheumatology and pre-/post-operative care of the rheumatoid patient. Insight given into the setting up and running of rheumatology service.

Fee: f 75. For further details and application form please contact either course organiser at above address. Places limited.

October 1-5

Crewe, Cheshire

October 2 - 5 November 5 and 6 December 15 and 16

Manchester

10 am-4.30 pm


Functional rehabilitation Ms J Hassan MCSP, Senior Physiotherapist, Leighton Hospital, Crewe, Cheshire CW1 4QJ (tel 0270 255141 ext 2350)

This five-day course consists of normal movement related to lower limb and amputees, seating for the disabled, demonstration of rehabilitation products, visit to Derwen Adult Training College and Orlau, practical workshop on wheelchair management and mobility, footwear and splinting, and feeding and swallowing difficulties.

Fee: f 75 week, lunch inclusive, or €20 day, subject to availability, payable to 'CHA Physiotherapy Training Fund'. Accommodation can be arranged, subject to availability.

Acupuncture North Manchester Area Health Authority

Mr S Ahamed MCSP, Physiotherapy Department, Ancoats Hospital, Old Mill Street, Ancoats, Manchester M4 6EB

An eight-day course to provide a basic clinical training in the practice of acupuncture so that those attending our course will be competent to practise this technique independently. A comprehensive set of course notes and equipment will be provided for each participant. This course is open to members of all health professions with little or no experience of acupuncture. Course tutor: Bernard Nolan MKAcu(Korea).

Fee: €175, includes coffee and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'NMAHA(Physi0)'. Please send SAE. No application form required. Applications will be taken on a first-come, first-served, basis. Receipt of the course fee will confirm your place. Places are limited to 20. Early application advised. Closing date August 31.

October 4 - 5 (follows on from rheumatology course)

Forest Dene Unit, Christchurch Hospital

Splinting in rheumatology Mrs A Ashmore, Head Occupational Therapist, or Mrs C Bowell, Senior Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy Department, Christchurch Hospital, Fairmile Road, Christchurch, Dorset BH23 2JX (tel 0202 486361 ext 5300)

Two days practical workshop covering all aspects of splints with a rheumatoid patient.

Places limited. Fee: f 50. For further details and application form please contact either course organiser at above address.

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October 5-7

Oldham

October 6 London WCl

9.30 am-4.30 pm

Registration 9 am

October 8-10

King's College Hospital, London SE5

9 am-5 pm


McKenzie: 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 should enclose a copy of part A certificate (see Physiotherapy, January 1990, page 24). Tutor: Malcolm Robinson GradDipPhys MCSP.

Fee: €80 includes coffee, tea, juice and biscuits (lunch at participants' own expense), payable to 'OHA Physiotherapy Department', t o be sent with application.

Management of chronic pain

Oldham Health Authority Physiotherapy Department and McKenzie Institute

Mrs I Cunningham, Physiotherapy Department, The Royal Oldham Hospital, Rochdale Road, Oldham OL1 2JH

Miss J Shanley MCSP, Physiotherapy Department, The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Queen Square, London WClN 3BG

This one-day course is designed to give an insight into current medical, psychological and physiotherapeutic management of people with chronic pain. Methods of assessment and the use of behavioural techniques will be included. It is hoped that participants will gain a fuller understanding of the problems faced by these patients and ways in which they can be helped.

Fee: f25, includes coffee and tea, payable to 'NHNN Endowment Fund'. Please send SAE, no application form required. Students welcome. Closing date September 14.

Phenomenon of pain Camberwell Health Authority

Mrs R Heron MCSP, Physiotherapy Department, Dulwich Hospital, East Dulwich Grove, London SE22 8PT (tel 081-693 3377 ext 3131)

This course is designed for physiotherapists who recognise the need to treat long-term pain along with the patient's other problems. It is intended to give participants a greater knowledge, confidence and effectiveness in the evaluation and treatment of pain. Course topics progress from: First day - Anatomy and physiology of pain, drugs related to pain, sociology and psychology of pain: through to second and third days - evaluation and assessment, pain in specific conditions, practical modalities of treatment, the team approach and problem solving. Speakers will include Bob Baxter, consultant anaesthetist; Victoria Frampton MCSP, Editor of Pain (1988); and Vicky Harding, MCSP, from INPUT, amongst others. There will be a trade exhibition at lunchtime.

Fee: €75 three days, f 25 first day only, includes coffee, lunch and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'Physiotherapy Department Fund'. Please send SAE, no application form required. Closing date August 31.

October 11-12 Bobath paedlatric course Shropshire Paediatric Special Interest Group

Shrewsbury Mrs E Aveston MCSP, Senior Physiotherapist, Mytton Oak, 9.30 am - 5 pm Royal Shrewsbury Hospital North, Copthorne,

Shrewsbury SY3 8BR Registration 9 am

A two-day introductory course for physiotherapists on the Bobath approach to the treatment of children with cerebral palsy. Early application advised as places are limited. Tutors: Chris Barber MCSP, Bobath Centre, London, and Pauline Christmas MCSP.

Fee: f 50, includes coffee and tea, not to be sent with application, payable to 'Shropshire Health Authority'. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser.

McKenzie: Mechanical diagnosis and therapy. Part A: The lumbar spine

October 11-14

St Ann's Hosoital.

Physiotherapy Department, Haringey Health Authority and McKenzie Institute Europe

Tottenham, London N15

9 am-5 pm

N Gritten, Physiotherapy Department, North Middlesex Hospital, Sterling Way, Edmonton, London N18

This four-day course consists of lecture and demonstration followed by examination and treatment of 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: Juliet Moss MCSP.

Fee: €110, includes coffee, tea, juice and biscuits, to be sent with application, payable to 'Haringey Health Authority', attention of Miss R Baker.

October 12

Harrow, Middlesex


Physiology and sports injuries

The aim of this course is to improve physiotherapists' knowledge of exercise physiology in order that they may treat sports injuries more effectively. Topics will include the structure of muscle, strength, speed, endurance, visco-elastic properties and flexibility. Modern methods of training for competitive sport will be discussed. Chief lecturer: Dr N C Craig Sharp, director of physiological services.

Miss S Wickham, British Olympic Medical Centre, Northwick Park Hospital, Watford Road, Harrow, Middlesex HA1 3UJ

Fee: f25, includes lunch, payable to 'Miss S Wickham'.

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October 12

Harrogate

9 am-5 om

Basic computer skills for the physiotherapist

This is a one-day course on basic word processing, data base and accounting skills and will take place in a specially designed bus. The course is aimed primarily towards the needs of the private practitioner and is open to all those involved in the running of a practice, including secretaries, but physiotherapists working in other situations will also be most welcome.

Fee: €130 OCPPP members and students, €140 others, includes coffee, lunch and tea, not to be sent with application. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. Closing date September 10.

Organisation of Chartered Physiothrapists in Private Practice

Mrs S A Roberts MCSP, Harrogate Physiotherapy Practice, 37 East Parade, Harrogate HG1 5LQ (tel 0423 5049501

October 13

Chesterfield

9 am-4 pm

Teaching safe lifting and moving of loads

The aim of the course is to evaluate personal abilities, to teach others safe manual handling techniques and to gain the necessary proficiency to become competent instructors. The course will include: Back pain - the size of the problem. Why are lifting and handling problems so prevalent? Is training the answer? The components of manual handling tasks. Legal and ergonomic considerations. Developing safer techniques of load handling. Making the best use of your body in manual handling (a) inanimate loads, (b) animate loads. Passing on the message. Problem-solving exercise. Course tutor: C Hayne FCSP.

Fee: €30, includes coffee, lunch and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'Saltergate Physiotherapy Clinic'. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser.

Mr E Morgan-Jones GradDipPhys MCSP DipTP, Saltergate Physiotherapy Clinic, 124 Saltergate, Chesterfield S40 1NG

October 13-14 AOCP Association of Orthopaedic Chartered Physiotherapists:

Coventry


9.30 am-4 pm Sunday

Registration 9 am

AGM 1990 Midlands Group

Course Organiser, Physiotherapy Department, Coventry and Warwickshire Hospital, Stoney Stanton Road, Coventry CV1 4FH (tel 0203 844131)

An overview of orthopaedics with emphasis on Midlands-based expertise and current trends. Subjects are as diverse as endoprosthetic replacement and treatment of bone tumours, research into back care and surgery on the highly trained athlete and their subsequent rehabilitation. Speakers include Professor Angus Wallace FRCS(Ed), Graeme Smith GradDipPhys MCSP DipTP, and Anne Moore GradDipPhys MCSP DipTP. There will be a choice of workshops on various subjects. The annual course dinner will be held on Saturday evening. Preference will be given to those wishing to attend both days.

Fee: €25 AOCP members, €30 others (both days), €15 and €20 (single day), includes coffee, lunch and tea, not to be sent with application. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. Closing date September 30.

October 13-14

Chester College, Chyne Road, Chester


Neurological trauma: Life goes on Association of Community Physiotherapists - Merseyside and Clwyd

Miss A Lycett MCSP, 39 Brook Lane, Newton, Chester CH2 2EE (tel 0244 315039)

This two-day course is designed to review current management of the traumatised patient with severe neurological problems, with special reference to head injury. The first day will include both theory and new trends in treatment including the use of eutrophic muscle stimulators. The second day focuses on the team approach, in the support of the patient and his family and in the community.

Fee: €30 ACP members, €40 others, includes coffee, lunch and tea, not to be sent with application, payable to 'MCACP'. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. Students welcome. Closing date September 22.

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October 13-14

London SE7

9 am-5 pm

Halliwick swimming method: Part A and Part B

On completion of the course participants will have acquired skills appropriate to the course level, covering: A - Basic Halliwick techniques, client support in water and appropriate uses, rationale behind teaching, safety aspects, simple programmes; B - Update and overview on Halliwick principles with concentration on developing programmes and sessions planning to further skill development and enjoyment of client. Applicants wishing to participate in Part B must hold Part A certificate.

Fee: €30, includes coffee, lunch and tea. Please send SAE for application form to course organiser; form will be returned after September 4 when school term commences.

Mrs L McDermott MCSP, Superintendent Physiotherapist, Charlton Park School, Charlton Park Road, London SE7 8HX (tel 081-855 2057)

October

Leeds

15-17 Paediatric respiratory care Mrs C Passingham MCSP, or Mrs C Wilson MCSP, Paediatric Therapy Department ( ' A Floor), Clarendon Wing, Leeds General Infirmarv, Belmont, Grove, Leeds 2 (tel 0532 437110)

9.30 am-5 pm This is a three-day course for physiotherapists with an interest in paediatric respiratory care. Topics covered will include neonatal intensive care, paediatric and neo-natal surgery, and general medical paediatric respiratory care. Physiotherapists who participate in an on-call service covering paediatrics and neonates may find this course of particular benefit.

Fee: €85, includes coffee, lunch (on Tuesday) and tea, not to be sent with application. Application form from course organiser. Closing date September 30.

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October 17

Headington, Oxford

Motor neurone disease Mr D Jones, Demonstration Centre, Mary Marlborough Lodge, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, Headington, Oxford OX3 7LD (tel 0865 64811 ext 353)

One-day conference open to all members of the health profession. Topics will include the facts and diagnosis, the MNDA, essential exercise, retaining independence, designing new mechanical aids, selecting wheelchairs and accessories, swallowing, surgical treatment of dysphagia, speech and communication aids, personal comfort, sleep and breathing, and palliative care.

Fee: €25, includes coffee, lunch and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'Dem Centre, MMC. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. Students welcome. Closing date October 5.

9 am


October 18-20 McKenzie: Mechanical diagnosis West Birmingham Heath Authority and McKenzie Institute

Birmingham and therapy. Part C: Problem-solving practical workshop

Mrs D Collett, Training Department, District Personnel, Dudley Road Hospital, Birmingham 818 7QH

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, January 1990, page 24). Course leader: Malcolm Robinson GradDipPhys MCSP.

Fee: €110, includes coffee, tea, juice, biscuits and lunch, payable to 'West Birmingham Health Authority', to be sent with application.

October 18-21

Edinburgh

1.30-5 pm Thursday

9.30 am-4.30 pm Friday, Saturday

9 am-2.30 pm Sunday

Registration 1.15 pm Thursday

Treatment of cervico-thoracic musculoskeletal disorders with manipulation (grades I-V)

This clinically orientated course is intended for physiotherapists with little or no knowledge of manipulative skills. Its contents will be related to the Maitland approach to the management of musculoskeletal disorders using manipulativehnobilisation techniques. The emphasis will be on lecture demonstration with ample opportunity for supervised practical sessions in small groups. In addition there will be presentation of common case history (syndrome) to relate the treatment to the patient's presenting problem. The course will last over four consecutive days amounting to at least 20 teaching hours. Courses on lumbosacral and peripheral mobilisation are to be run at a later date. Course tutors: Mr George Chia RGN MCSP DipTP, senior lecturer, Sheffield City Polytechnic, and Mr Ian Wood BSc MCSP, private practitioner.

Fee: €135, includes coffee and tea, not to be sent with application. Please send SAE for course programme and application form from course organiser.

Miss V Chapman MCSP, Physiotherapy Department, Royal Infirmary, Lauriston Place, Edinburgh EH3 9YW (tel 031-229 2477)

October 20-21

Warrington

Chronicloveruse soft tissue injuries of the lower limb

Mrs S E Jackson MCSP, District Physiotherapist. Warrington District General Hospital, Lovely Lane, Warrington WA5 1QG -

The aim of the course is to develop a basic understanding of the physiotherapy management of chronic/overuse injuries of the lower limb. It will include causes, biomechanics, examination, differential testing and treatment of chondromalacia patella, iliotibial tract friction syndrome, popliteus tendinitis, patellar tendinitis, Osgood Schlatter's disease, bursitis, groin strains, pubic symphysis disorders, pyriformis syndrome, iliac crest disorders, bursitis. Achilles rupture, tendinitis, peritendinitis, 'shin splints', compartment syndromes, cuboid syndrome. Characteristics of good running footwear. Practical application of strapping support. Achilles tendon tibialis posterior strain, footballer's ankle, plantar fasciltis. Course tutor: Mr E Morgan-Jones GradDipPhys MCSP DipTP.

Fee: €60 or €100 for acute and chronic soft tissue injuries courses, includes coffee and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'Warrington Physiotherapy Education Fund'. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. Closing date August 17.

9.30 am-4 pm

Registration 9 am

October 22-26 Clinical educators course Cardiff School of Physiotherapy

Cardiff Mrs Kim Tovey, Training Officer for Professional and Technical Staff, University Hospital of Wales, or Heath Park, Cardiff F4 4XW (tel 0222 755944 ext 3102)

Mr N Palastanga, Principal, Cardiff School of Physiotherapy, Heath Park, Cardiff CF4 4XW ltel 0222 755944 ext 2267)

The course aims to provide clinical educators with the skills necessary to write objectives, organise an educational programme, collect reading and non-book learning materials relevant to their specialty, teaching practical skills and evaluate their own effectiveness of teaching. The course will be a combination of discussion groups, seminars and practical sessions working with colleagues and students using video feedback. Tutors will comprise of staff from the Cardiff School, psychologists and library staff. Suitable for senior physiotherapists who have a responsibility for the continuing education or junior physiotherapists on rotation or physiotherapy students on clinical education.

Fee: €100 (€75 for physiotherapists employed in Wales). Closing date September 14.


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October 25-28 Sunderland


Physiotherapy Department, Ryhope General Hospital and McKenzie Institute

Mrs A Weetman, Physiotherapy Department, Ryhope General Hospital, Ryhope, Sunderland SR2 OLY

This four-day course consists of lecture and demonstration followed by examination and treatment of 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 'Anne Weetman', t o be sent with application.

McKenzie: Mechanical diagnods and therapy. Part C: Problem-solving practical workshop

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 andpart B presented by Robin McKenzie or the McKenzie Institute - applicants should enclose copies of their certificates (see Physiotherapy, January 1990, page 24). Tutor: Juliet Moss MCSP.

Fee: €90, includes coffee, tea, juice and biscuits, to be sent with application, payable to 'Nottingham General Hospital'.

October 26-28 General Hospital, Nottingham

Physiotherapy Department, General Hospital and McKenzie Institute Europe

Mrs E Yell, Physiotherapy Department, General Hospital, Park Row, Nottingham NGl 6HA

October 26 - 30 Royal Pharmaceutical Society, London

9 am-5 pm Registration 8.45 am

Orthopaedic medicine (Cyriax principles): Module A

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 and ankle. The course workbook is included in the cost.

Fee: €195, includes coffee and tea, not to be sent with application. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. Places are limited, applications dealt with on a first-come, first-served basis.

Mrs P Smeeton, Course Organiser, Orthopaedic Medicine International, The Old Rectory, Headley, Bordon, Hampshire GU35 8PW (tel 0428 717479)

October 29- Orthopaedic medicine November 2 District General Hospital, Airdrie, Lanarkshire

Dr E Barrable, The Cyriax Organisation, The Tower, Tower Hill, Dorking, Surrey RH4 2AP (tel 0306 885036 fax 0306 882799)

The Cyriax Organisation is presenting a special intensive five-day course in orthopaedic medicine for physiotherapists and doctors at the physiotherapy department of Monklands, the new District general hospital at Airdrie. The syllabus covers background theory followed by diagnosis and treatment at the hip, lumbar spine, shoulder, and cervical spine. Pre-course work with VHSlBETA video-tapes, workbook and refreshments are included. This course is under the personal supervision of Patricia Cyriax MCSP and will be limited to 36 participants. All Cyriax publications are available at the course.

Fee: €240, Visa/Access accepted. Please telephone, write or fax for application form and full details.

October 31- November 2 London E2

Basic paediatrics Physiotherapy Department, Queen Elizabeth Hospital for Children, Hackney Road, London E2 8PS (tel 071-739 8422 ext 95 or bleep 52 & 53)

A three-day course to cover basic paediatrics. The days will be split into Wednesday, respiratory; Thursday, orthopaedic; and Friday, neuro-developmental.

Fee: €25 per day or €60 for the full three days, includes tea and coffee. Application form from above address. Please send SAE, but do not send fee.

October 31- November 2 Glasgow

Hydrotherapy Mrs G Creed MCSP, Superintendent Physiotherapist, Glasgow Royal Infirmary, Glasgow G4 OSF (tel 041-552 3535)

This introductory course is designed for physiotherapists with little or no experience of hydrotherapy, covering basic techniques with emphasis on rheumatological, orthopaedic and neurological conditions. At the end of the course participants should have (1) a basic knowledge of handling and treating patients in the pool; (2) the ability to use specialised techniques such as pattern movements and other PNF techniques, relaxation and passive facilitatory techniques; (3) an understanding of conditions that are suitable for hydrotherapy; and (4) a basic knowledge of pool management, contra-indications, precautions and safety aspects. Tutor: Miss Alison Skinner, BA MCSP HT DipTP, senior lecturer, Middlesex School of Physiotherapy. Numbers are limited to 12 participants.

Fee: €75, includes refreshments (lunch PAYE), payable to 'Hydrotherapvcourse, GRI' not to be sent with application. Applications in writing to course organiser as soon as possible.

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November 1-2 Mobilisation of the

Harrogate

9 am-5 pm both days


Mrs J Worsnop, Harrogate Physiotherapy Practice, 37 East Parade, Harrogate HG1 5LQ (tel 0423 504950) shoulder (Maitland concept)

This is a basic course for physiotherapists with little or no experience in the treatment of shoulder problems using passive mobilisation technique. The course consists of the Maitland concept, subjective, planning and objective examination and treatment of the shoulder complex. Lecturer: Mr Robin Blake MCSP DipTP, instructor in the Maitland concept.

Fee: €50, includes coffee and tea. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. Students welcome.

November 5-9

London SW17

9 am-4.30 pm

Review of respiratory care Mrs F J Rushmer MCSP, Physiotherapy Department, St James' Wing, St George's Hospital, Blackshaw Road, Tooting, London SW17 OQT (tel 081-784 2580)

This course is aimed at physiotherapists who have been qualified approximately two years and who are keen to increase their theoretical knowledge in all aspects of respiratory care. The course offers a basic understanding of acute and chronic medical and surgical conditions. There will be a particular emphasis on the treatment and management of these conditions.

Fee: €125, includes coffee and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'St George's Hospital Special Trustees'. Please send SAE for application form to course organiser. Closing date September 30.

November 8-11

Southport


Southport District General Hospital Physiotherapy Department and McKenzie Institute

Mrs J Wright MCSP, Physiotherapy Department, Southport District General Hospital, Town Lane, Kew, Southport, Merseyside PR8 6NJ

This four-day course consists of lecture and demonstration followed by examination and treatment of 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: €100, includes coffee, tea, juice and biscuits (lunch at participants' own expense), to be sent with application, payable to 'Southport Hospitals McKenzie Fund'.

November 9, 12, 23 and 26

Milton Keynes

9.30 am-4.30 pm


Alternative therapy workshops Milton Keynes Hospital Physiotherapy Training Committee

Mrs J Eastburn MCSP, Superintendent Physiotherapist CMHT, Stantonbury Health Centre, Purbeck, Milton Keynes MK14 6BL (tel 0908 222944)

This series of single days is designed to introduce professionals working with people with a learning difficulty or mental illness to the use of alternative therapies. This will include the philosophy and practical application of each alternative therapy. All sessions will be experiential and are multidisciplinary. Friday, November 9, music and movement; Monday, November 12, reflextherapy; Friday, November 23, aromatherapy; Monday, November 26, using creative drama. Places limited to 20 per session.

Fee: €25, includes coffee, lunch and tea. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. Closing date September 12.

November 10-11 Chronicloveruse soft tissue

Taunton, Somerset

9.30 am-4.30 pm

Registration 9 am

Mrs R G Jackson BA MCSP, Physiotherapy Department, Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton, Somerset TA1 5DA (tel 0823 333444 ext 2236)

injuries of the lower limb

The aim of the course is to develop a basic understanding of the physiotherapy management of chronic/overuse injuries of the lower limb. It will include causes, biomechanics, examination, differential testing and treatment of chondromalacia patella, iliotibial tract friction syndrome, popliteus tendinitis, Osgood Schlatter's disease, bursitis, groin strains, pubic symphysis disorders, pyriformis syndrome, iliac crest disorders. Achilles rupture, tendinitis, peritendinitis, 'shin splints', compartment syndromes, cuboid syndrome. Characteristics of good running footwear. Practical application of strapping support. Achilles tendon tibialis posterior strain, footballer's ankle, plantar fasciltis. Course tutor: Mr E Morgan-Jones GradDipPhys MCSP DipTP.

Fee: €55, includes coffee and tea, not to be sent with application, payable to 'Somerset Health Authority'. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. Closing date September 30.


Paisley

Mrs J Manson MCSP, 26 Vardar Avenue, Clarkston, Glasgow shoulder (Maitland concept)

9 am-5 pm Saturday

9.30 am-4 pm Sunday

This is a basic course for physiotherapists with little or no experience in the treatment of shoulder problems using passive mobilisation technique. The course consists of the Maitland concept, subjective, planning and objective examination and treatment of the shoulder complex. Tutor: Mr Philip Newton MCSP, chief physiotherapist to the Football Association.


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Plvmouth

Miss V Llewellyn, 34 Whiteford Road, Mannamead, Plymouth lumbar spine (Maitland concept)

9 am-5 pm Saturday

This is a basic course for physiotherapists with little or no experience in the treatment of lumbar spine problems using passive mobilisation technique. The course consists of the Maitland concept, subjective, planning and objective examination and treatment of the lumbar region. Tutor: Mr Robin Blake MCSP DipTP, instructor in the Maitland concept.


9.30 am-4 pm Sunday

November 12-16 Orthopaedic medicine. The Cyriax Society of Orthopaedic Medicine

Postgraduate Centre, St Thomas' Hospital, London SE1

9 am-5 pm


Mrs K M Kesson MCSP, Preston Lodge, 1 The Mall, Faversham, Kent ME13 8JL

approach: Part C

This four-day course is intended for physiotherapists and doctors who have already completed parts A & B of the Society of Orthopaedic Medicine's instructional courses. The course is mainly practical and intended to revise techniques learned on parts A & B, to include advanced techniques, and there will be the opportunity to visit the anatomy department to view and handle anatomical specimens. On November 16 the Society's full membership examinations take place.

Fee: €145, includes coffee and tea, not to be sent with application. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. Closing date October 14.


Chichester

Mrs S Morton MCSP, 15 Hunters Way, Summersdale, Chichester, West Sussex PO19 4RB lumbar spine (Maitland concept)

9 am-5 pm Saturday

9.30 am-4 pm Sunday

This is a basic course for physiotherapists with little or no experience in the treatment of lumbar spine problems using passive mobilisation technique. The course consists of the Maitland concept, subjective, planning and objective examination and treatment of the lumbar region. Tutor: Mr John Cleak MCSP (MACP), senior physiotherapist, Doncaster Royal Infirmary.


November 21 - 23

London SW1

9 am-5 pm

The physiotherapist's role in the care of HIWAIDs patients

This course is designed for qualified physiotherapists interested in or currently working with HIV/AIDs patients. The course aims to introduce the therapist to aspects of HIV infection and current treatment. On completion of the course participants will have acquired knowledge and understanding of the disease process and be able to identify appropriate physiotherapeutic skills for the management of patients in this client group. There is an opportunity, through workshops, to allow the physiotherapist to examine their own beliefs and attitudes and have an introduction to counselling skills.

Fee: €50, includes coffee and tea, to be sent with application, payable to 'Westminster Hospital Special Trustees (Physiotherapy)'. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser. Closing date October 1.

Miss D Hills MCSP, Physiotherapy Department, Westminster Hospital, Page Street Wing, London SW1P 2AP

November 24-25

Frimley, Surrey


9.30 am-1 pm Sunday

Registration 9 am

November 29-30

Harrogate

9 am-5 pm Thursday and Friday


Bobath approach to treatment of adult hemiplegia

The course aims to give an introduction to the treatment of adult hemiplegia based on the Bobath concept of treatment, and will include facilitation of normal movement, practical sessions and demonstration of patient treatment. Course tutor: Mrs J Champion (Bobath tutor).

Fee: €45, includes coffee, tea and lunch (Saturday), not to be sent with application. Please send SAE for application form. Closing date September 21.

Mrs J Mellor MCSP, Frimley Park Hospital, Portsmouth Road, Frimley, Surrey GU16 5UJ

Mobilisation of the lumbar spine (Maitland concept)

This is a basic course for physiotherapists with little or no experience in the treatment of lumbar spine problems using passive mobilisation technique. The course consists of the Maitland concept, subjective, planning and objective examination and treatment of the lumbar region. Tutor: Mr Robin Blake MCSP DipTP, instructor in the Maitland concept.


Mrs J Worsnop, Harrogate Physiotherapy Practice, 37 East Parade, Harrogate HG1 5LQ (tel 0423 504950)

November 29- December 2 medicine: Part A

Thornton Heath, Surrey

9 am-5 pm

Registration 8.30am Medicine.

Cyriax approach to orthopaedlc

Part A covers the cervical, thoracic spine and upper limb. The course is based on the Cyriax approach to orthopaedic medicine and consists of lectures, demonstrations and numerous practical sessions. There will be one instructor per eight to ten participants. Emphasis will be given to clinical examination, diagnosis, accurate deep massage and manipulation. The instructors are all Fellows of the Society of Orthopaedic

Fee: €145, includes coffee and tea, not to be sent with application, payable to 'Mayday Hydrotherapy

Mrs S Jones MCSP, Physiotherapy Department, Mayday University Hospital, Thornton Heath, Surrey CR4 7YE

Course'. Please send SAE. Closing date October 11.

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December 7

Bath

9 am-5 pm

Wheelchair and seating study day

This course will introduce participants to (i) the range of services and equipment available from the new DSCs; (ii) non DSC wheelchairs (both powered and manual); and (iii) appropriate assessment of patients for wheelchairs and cushions. An exhibition of equipment will be on display throughout the day.

Fee: €25, includes coffee, lunch and tea, not to be sent with application. Application form from course organiser. Students welcome.

Mrs S Green, Course Secretary, Rehabilitation Laboratory, Royal National Hospital for Rheumatic Diseases, Upper Borough Walls, Bath BAl 1RL (tel 0225 465941 ext 258)

1991 January 7-March 6 Proprioceptive neuromuscular PNF Course Planning Team

facilitation (CSP validated)

Westminster Hospital, London SW1

Miss L M Wakeling MCSP, Superintendent Physiotherapist, Tredegar House, 97-99 Bow Road, London E3 2AN

9 am-5 pm


The course will concentrate on techniques and their application to neuromuscular and musculoskeletal dysfunction. The course aims to teach the theory and skills of PNF, and safe, effective and efficient application of the techniques. It is divided as follows: Theory and techniques January 7-February 1; Clinical placement February 4-March 1. Course examinations March 4-6. There will also be project presentation day in July 1991.

Fee: €420, not to be sent with application. Please send SAE for application form from course organiser.

International August 5-12 Neurorehabilitation

Budapest, Hungary

Erna Low Consultants Ltd, 9 Reece Mews, London SW7 3HE

Course for people working in clinical developmental neurology and neurorehabilitation, run by Professor Ference Katona, of the Paediatric Institute, Szabadsaghegy.

Fee: €645, includes air travel, single room hotel accommodation, half board and course fees.

August 6-10 Electrotherapy

Amsterdam, Holland

The Amsterdam Summer University, PO Box 53066, 1007 RB Amsterdam, Holland

A course for qualified physiotherapists which aims to develop several working hypotheses and application targets for daily use. Lecturers will be three physiotherapists from the Amsterdam Institute of Higher Professional Education.

September 2 -4 Childhood disability European Academy of Childhood Disability

Durham, England Ms 0 M R Plunkett, The Wolfson Centre, Mecklenburgh Square, London WC1N 2AP

Subjects will include autism, psychiatric aspects, sexual problems, and possibly phonoloqy and orthopaedic surgery in cerebral palsy. A teaching session on physiotherapy examination/deformity will be held by David Scrutton MSc MCSP.

Fee: €75, some concessions.

September 9-12

Lyons, France

12th annual European AIR forum

The forum, 'Quality and communication for improvement', will be hosted by the European Association for Institutional Research. Further details from L J Denonfoux at above address.

Laurence J Denonfoux, Universite Claude Bernard, 8 Avenue Rockefeller, Lyons 1, France

November 17-18 Spinal therapy

Vancouver, Canada

Dr D Neel, Co-ordinator, Health Challenges Today Inc, 11133 Prospect Drive, Delta, BC, Canada V4E 2R4

Multidisciplinary symposium on clinical advances in spinal therapy and patient management, in affiliation with Fraser University.

November 25- December 2 Health and fitness

Bad Worishofen, Bavaria, Germany

Stadt Kurdirektion, Bgm-Ledermann Strasse 1, Postfach 1443, 8939 Bad Worishofen, Germany

Seminar on health prevention and curative methods. Themes include health tourism, spas, and health systems. Papers invited, facilities available for smaller meetings. In English and German.


Please ask the Journal Department for submission forms.

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September 30-October 5 (Newport, Shropshire) Sports medicine (June)

October 1990-April 1991 (Burton, Cheshire) Western acupuncture (June)

October 3-December 5 (Level I), April 17-June 26, 1991 (Level 111 (Sheffield) Post-registration combined manipulation course (CSP validated) (Mav)

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.

July 23-26 (Glasgow) McKenzie: Mechanical diagnosis and therapy. Part A: The lumbar spine (March)

July 23-26 (Glasgow) McKenzie: Mechanical diagnosis and therapy. Part A: The lumbar spine (April)

July 27-29 (Edinburgh) ACPSM 17th annual conference (May)

July 30 (Monday evening only) to August 3 The Cyriax approach to orthopaedic medicine: Part C (April)

16-21, 1990 (first residential block); April 7-12, 1991 (second residential block) (Glasgow/Edinburgh, Scotland) Foundation post-registration course in psychiatry (CSP validated) (October)

garments: Workshop in the after-care of burns (June)

August 20-23 (Glasgow) Medical Informatics (October)

August 24-25 (Droitwich, Worcs) First international seminar on isokinetics in knee disorders (June)

approach to orthopaedic medicine - lumbar spine and lower limb part B (April)

September 1990 (two years, part-time) (St Albans, Herts). Postgraduate diploma in dance movement therapy (March)

September/October (Aylesbury) Wheelchair courses (June)

September 1-2 (Paisley) Treatment of soft tissue injuries (May)

September 1-2 (Part 11, October 13-14 (Part 2) (Plymouth) Mobilisation of cervical spine (May)

the stroke patient (June)

management: Complementary approaches to relaxation (April)

and rehabilitation of sports injuries (June)

September 5-8 (Treliske) McKenzie: Mechanical diagnosis and therapy. Part A: The lumbar spine (June)

September 6 - 7 (Part l), October 18-19 (Part 2) (Harrogate) Mobilisation of cervical spine (Maitland concept) (May)

September 7 -8 (Stanmore, Middlesex) Recent developments in orthopaedics and relevant physiotherapy (May)

September 7 -9 (London SW6) The shoulder (June)

September 8 (Aylesbury, Bucks) The gymnastic ball (June)

August 1990-July 1991; September

August 14-15 (Manchester) Pressure

August 28-31 (Edinburgh) Cyriax

September 3 - 4 (Cardiff) Management of

September 3- 7 (Huddersfield) Stress

September 4 - 5 (Manchester) Prevention

September 8 - 9 Part I, September 22-23 Part (I, October 13-14 Part 111, November 3 - 4 Part IV, December 3 Refresher, December 1 - 2 NutritionlStress (Warwick Hospital) Basic reflextherapy course with a holistic approach (March)

September 8 - 9 (Part 1). October 6 -7 (Part 2) (Chichester) Mobilisation of cervical spine (Maitland concept) (May)

September 8 - 9 (Part 11, October 6 -7 (Part 2) (Paisley) Mobilisation of cervical spine (Maitland concept) (May)

September 10-12 (York) 'Into the 1990s': Challenge and prospects for people with learning difficulties (May)

Combined movements of lumbar and cervical spine (June)

September 11 -12 (Coventry) Introduction to research (June)

September 13-15 (Belfast) McKenzie: Mechanical diagnosis and therapy. Part B: Cervical and thoracic spine (June)

September 14-16 (Edinburgh) Great expectations (April)

September 14-16 (Coventry) The practice as a business (June)

September 17-20 (Belfast) McKenzie: Mechanical diagnosis and therapy. Part A: The lumbar spine (June)

September 17-October 5 (Part 11, February 4-15, 1991 (Part 2) (Harrogate) Examination, assessment and treatment of vertebral and peripheral joints by passive movement (Maitland concept) (May)

Head injury and acquired brain damage (June)

(Boston) The Maitland concept (June)

Scotland) Sports medicine weekend (June)

September 22-23 (London NW3) Basic orthopaedic course (June)

September 22-23 (Harrogate) Adverse mechanical tension in the nervous system (June)

September 22-24 (Ipswich) McKenzie: Mechanical diagnosis and therapy. Part B: Cervical and thoracic spine (June)

Assessment and treatment of the adult neurologically damaged patient (June)

September 27-28 (Uxbridge, Middlesex) Future organisation of specialist health professions (June)

September 27-29 (Bournemouth) CSP Congress (May ~ 2 7 5 )

September 29 (Harrogate) Concept of the hand clinic (May)

September 29 (Bristol) Strapping and sports injury (June)

September 29-30 (Southampton) Basic acupuncture course (June)

September 29-October 2 (Bournemouth) McKenzie: Mechanical diagnosis and therapy. Part A: The lumbar spine (June)

September 10-14 (Chesterfield)

September 20-21 (Banstead, Surrey)

September 22-23 and November 3 -4

September 22-23 (West Lothian,

September 24-28 (London NW3)

October 4 -5 (Uxbridge, Middlesex) Managing service quality (June)

October 5 (Nottingham School of Physiotherapy) Single case study research methodology (April)

pharmacology (June)

Electrotherapy update (June)

for the promotion of continence (June)

Northants) Conductive education approach to management of adults with neurological disability (June)

October 10 (London SW3) Cystic fibrosis (June)

October 10 (Newcastle upon Tyne) The disabled school-leaver . . . the future? (June)

October 11 -12 (Harrogate) Treatment of soft tissue injuries (June)

October 12-14 (London SW6) Headaches and the cervical spine (June)

October 13 (Wolverhampton) 'Best foot forward' (June)

October 17, November 14 and December 12 (three half days) (Coventry) Leadership skills (June)

October 19 (Bath) Measurement of pain for clinicians and researchers (June)

October 19-20 (Nottingham School of Physiotherapy) Problem-based learning workshop (April)

Multidisciplinary approach to long-term management of head-injured patient (June)

October 25-26 (Uxbridge, Middlesex) Organising effective multidisciplinary community teams (June)

October 26- 29 (Harrogate) Functional kinetics after Klein-Vogelbach (June)

October 29-31 (Glasgow) Functional electrical stimulation: Practical applications for clinicians (March)

October 29-31 (Kettering) Senior level paediatric course (June)

October 29-November 2 (Airdrie, Lanarkshire) Orthopaedic medicine (June)

October 29-November 23 (November 26-30 - optional f ifth week) (London SW1) Refresher course (June)

Middlesex) Organising effective primary health care teams (June)

November 7 (Coventry) Hoists and slings (June)

November 12-30 (plus two-day follow- up for presentation of course projects) Post-registration neurology (June)

October 5 (Harrogate) Arthritis, pain and

October 5 -6 (Macclesfield)

October 8 (Scunthorpe) Electrotherapy

October 8 -26 (Wellingborough,

October 20-21 (Worcester)

October 31-November 1 (Uxbridge,

1991 January 15-16, March 11-15 and

18-20, June 11-12 (Bradford) Promotion of continence and management of incontinence (CSP validated) (May)

March 6 (Coventry) Hoists (June)

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