Acupuncture Sports Medicine Webinar Series - Course 18
Low Back Pain
By Whitfield Reaves
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Acute or chronic low back pain and spasm due to the quadratus lumborum (QL) is one of the most overlooked diagnoses by the TCM practitioner. The practitioner who integrates western anatomy and orthopedics can skillfully treat this muscle. It is commonly seen in low back pain, degenerative disc disease, and other related pain syndromes.
Dr. Janet Travell calls the quadratus lumborum the "joker of low back pain". When the QL has active trigger points or is in spasm, a wide range of pain patterns present. Pain is often one-sided, and may radiate to the gluteal and inguinal regions. Strain to the quadratus may be seen acutely, caused by movements involving lifting and twisting. Motor vehicle accidents, trauma and falls may also injure the QL. I have seen golfers, tennis players, and cyclists during hill-climbing strain the muscle due to the peculiar twisting mechanics of their sport. And chronic dysfunction may occur from poor posture and position during sleep and sitting.
Treatment to the QL may be specific in acute low back sprain/strain. It may be combined with treatments for other causes of low back pain. This webinar will alert the practitioner to its involvement, and how to safely treat this rather anatomically "hidden" muscle.
This series was introduced in 2011, and is based upon single individual sports injuries. Each course provides simple and direct video for first time viewing as well as to increase precision through repetition. Even if you have taken the newer series, Mastering the Treatment of Injury and Pain, this old series is still an excellent resource for review and is filled with clinical gems.
Anatomy of the quadratus lumborum.
15 min - 30 minClinical assessment of pathology of the quadratus lumborum muscle.
30 min - 45 minDemonstration of assessment.
45 min - 1 hrsDemonstration of needling technique.
I learned a ton from this series of lectures. It is definitely geared toward a busy practitioner. The information was concise and immediately clinically effective. I would recommend buying the book to follow along with as you are doing the lectures. I bought it towards the end of the series and wished I had it all along.
Charles S.- United States of AmericaI've greatly enjoyed learning through Whitfields instruction. He is an expert in his subject matter and gives me a sense of confidence and calm in applying this during clinic hours. I will take more future classes. Thank you!
Nilsa C.- United StatesAmazing course with great instruction!
Alexandra B.- CanadaVery informative, and a great perspective that was clear and concise on treatment protocols. Mr. Reaves is a great teacher and his passion shows through his courses.
Leigh-Anne B.- CanadaAbsolutely loved the material. Got straight and to the point. Mix of powerpoint and the video showing location and techniques were wonderful.
De'nicea H.- United StatesSuch a knowledgeable teacher. Great descriptions of anatomy, needling and all possible treatment protocols
Maria L.- IrelandI'm appreciative of the depth of knowledge imparted by Whitfield Reeves and the calm, practical way he teaches about each muscle area or anatomical region. I have taken courses with Matt Callison and others in the past. The detail imparted here adds to my previous knowledge and is very helpful to create a fuller picture. The addition of e-stim between two points is something I rarely did in the past and seems like it would make a difference to the treatment as well. Thank you. Shirley C., Canada.
Shirley C.- CanadaFor precise needling and anatomical knowledge together with Traditional Chinese Medicine best tutor.
Angela P.- United KingdomThis is a very important course for any practitioner who has been frustrated by results treating low back pain using UB points and TaiYang protocols only.
Erica T.- United StatesExtremely thorough, detailed information on assessing and treating musculoskeletal problems. Very precise consideration of underlying anatomy, point location and selection, and needling technique. Excellent series!
Henry B.- United StatesThe instructor was clear and informative and the video demonstrations very helpful. It was in many ways better than the classroom where it is always hard to see. Here you could see clearly and understand clearly.
Linda L.- United StatesWhitfield is very clear and concise with this course. His descriptions, handouts, and demonstrations made it easy for me to grasp the information and use it in my practice.
Marianne C.- United StatesWhitfield Reaves' excellent detailed teaching really brings light and a clearer understanding of how to treat efficiently in clinic. His concise way of bringing classical teaching with modern clinical observation really help to avoid misunderstanding of the traditional knowledge.
Christine O.- CanadaThe instructor is highly experienced, highly organized and a great teacher. From his illustrations and video, I believe I can easily treat QL problems.
Dan L.- United StatesAcupuncture Sports Medicine Webinar Series - Course 18
About Whitfield Reaves
Whitfield Reaves, OMD, L.Ac., has been working in the field of sports medicine since he first began practice in 1981. He earned a Doctor of Oriental Medicine degree in 1983 that included a thesis entitled Acupuncture and the Treatment of Common Running Injuries. Whitfield’s experience in sports medicine includes the 1984 Los Angeles Olympic Games, as well as numerous track and field, ski racing, and cycling events nationally over the last 30 years. He has been in the forefront of the acupuncture sports medicine field, and lectures in North America and Europe. He is the author of The Acupuncture Handbook of Sports Injuries and Pain.
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