This introductory online course covers key material in our 8-week low back clinic. You’ll learn about your posture, understand the associated muscular imbalances related to it through video lecture explanations and instructions. You'll also receive handouts which you can refer to for key movement standards.
Do note that this course is not suitable for pain management of complex and severe pain problems, and should not replace medical advice from a registered healthcare professional.
Shern is a physiotherapist with a keen interest in solving complex and persistent musculoskeletal pain problems. Her area of interest is in utilising biomechanics and motor learning approaches to help improve the quality of lives of the everyday athlete.
Her treatment philosophy lies in helping her athletes learn to take better care of themselves by getting stronger and smarter about their bodies, which will ultimately support long-term health and performance.
Course Curriculum
- Overview of Posture Types and Low Back Pain (4:01)
- Handout - Identifying Your Posture
- Lordotic Posture - Exploring Muscular Connections (3:14)
- Sway Back Posture - Exploring Muscular Connections (1:53)
- Flat Back Posture - Exploring Muscular Connections (2:20)
- Handout - Posture Types and Muscular Balances
- Mastering the Tilts: Segmental Control (6:33)
- Handout - Key Points of Performance for Pelvic Tilt
- Mastering the Four-point Squat (5:10)
- Handout - Key Points of Performance for the Four-point Squat
- Mastering the Forearm Plank (3:02)
- Handout - Key Points of Performance for the Forearm Plank
- Mastering the Hip Bridge (4:02)
- Handout - Key Points of Performance for the Hip Bridge