Non-specific low back pain (NSLBP) and promotion of low back health (3cr)

Objectives

Students
- are familiar with the theories for the reasons of low back pain and prolonged pack pain
- are able to guide and instruct people with NSLBP through counseling and neuromuscular exercises

Content

– functional anatomy, biomechanics and knowledge of the mechanisms of low back injuries
- theories of the risk factors for low back pain as well as prolonged and chronic pain
– principles of the exercises supporting sensory and motor aspects of back health
– gym exercises, exercises with small devises and functional training
– cognitive–behavioral therapy (CBT) based strategies in counseling
– study examples promoting back health conducted at the UKK-institute (measurements, interventions, results)

Further information

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