From Core to Floor; Rehab Performance Tactics for the Spine & Lower Body

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Demonstrate an integrated understanding of spinal and lower extremity biomechanics in the context of injury, rehabilitation, and athletic performance.
• Apply systematic assessment strategies to identify functional limitations and compensations in the core, hips, and lower limbs.
• Construct individualized rehabilitation and performance plans using floor-based and upright progressions, emphasizing core integration and neuromuscular control.
• Differentiate between rehab and performance goals across stages of care and adapt interventions accordingly.
• Utilize clinical reasoning to modify movement strategies for diverse populations including athletes, active adults, and post-injury clients.

Learning Objectives; Participants will be able to:

• Identify key anatomical and biomechanical relationships between the spine, pelvis, and lower extremities.
• Perform and interpret foundational movement screens for lumbar-pelvic-hip function.
• Apply principles of motor control and core stabilization to early-stage rehab and performance enhancement.
• Design floor-based progressions (e.g., supine, quadruped, tall kneeling) that reinforce core-lower body integration.
• Prescribe advanced upright and loaded patterns to bridge the gap between rehab and return-to-play.
• Integrate breathing, bracing, and coordination strategies into mobility and strength work.
• Select appropriate regressions and progressions for patients/clients based on real-time performance and feedback.
• Utilize case-based reasoning to solve common rehab-to-performance challenges in the clinic or training environment.

Dr. Jonathan Mulholland earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science from Ithaca College in 1996, and his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Northwestern Health Sciences University in 2000. In addition to running his own private chiropractic practices, Dr. Mulholland has also acted as the Chiropractic Consultant for the United States Olympic Training Center in Lake Placid, NY, successfully treating dozens of Olympic athletes. He has traveled extensively as one of the team chiropractors for the US Bobsled & Skeleton Teams and as the Sports Medicine & Performance Enhancement consultant for the New Zealand Cycling Teams. He has worked multiple World Championship events in a variety of sports, and has treated athletes from dozens of different countries. He also worked the 2012 Summer Olympic Games in London, where he helped the New Zealand cyclists obtain two Olympic Medals. Additionally, he has a post-graduate certification as a Certified Chiropractic Sports Practitioner (CCSP) and is also a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). Currently living in Plattsburgh, NY with his wife and two children, he is a sports chiropractor and strength coach who has helped athletes of all levels with injury recovery and performance enhancement.

FAQs

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

For more information contact the CPD team at cpd@aecc.ac.uk.

Will lunch & refreshments be provided?

A light lunch & refreshment breaks will be provided.

What if I have a Dietary requirement?

Our catering team cater for the standard 14 food allergens. You will be asked to select any of these allergens that might be applicable when booking online.

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