Bulletproof Spine by Kime Performance PT
by Dr Tony Mikla
Description
This course in the Bulletproof Series instructs professionals on developing a program that optimizes complete spine health and performance. The course covers progression along the rehabilitation and performance continuum for the spine. A significant focus will be placed on both the quality and the purpose of movement pattern assessment, implementing exercise progressions, and delivering appropriate program for stability, strength, speed, and endurance. Focused progression and regression will be the emphasis of this course, so you as an instructor, can cleanly deliver the best program for your client at exactly the right time.
The foundation of this course is built on movement science shared from industry leaders such as FMS, EXOS, Strong First, and the NSCA. The course takes content from all of these educational groups and brings it together to be easily implemented in a gym or clinical setting for both the general population or elite athletes.
Note: Tools are not provided with this course.
Learning Objectives
- Develop respect for the biomechanics, joint contributions and myofascial layerings that influence spine performance and health
- Understand the role of regional interdependence as it pertains to the spine
- Demonstrate the ability to perform assessment for necessary movement quality prior to implementing high level spine fitness
- Implement appropriate exercise progression along the rehabilitation and performance continuum
- Demonstrate proficiency in the developmental drills for trunk integrity from the ground up
- Demonstrate proficiency with progressions toward basic movement patterns of the hip hinge and load/support/carry
- Recognize situations where the use of a kettlebell will facilitate improved motor control and strength for the spine
- Demonstrate appropriate exercise implementation following Case Study learning model
Course Content
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- Do you offer discounts?
Yes, we offer military, student, and group discounts. For a student discount, please email a copy of your student ID or current course schedule with the year on it to student@rocktape.com. Be sure to note the exact course you are enrolling in to receive a specific code (i.e. August 15th, 2023 Basic Webcast).
- What are your hours of operation?
Monday-Thursday: 7a-4p EST
Friday: 7a-4p EST
Holidays may impact these hours.
- Will I receive supplies with my course purchase?
This depends on the course type. The materials for a live course will be shipped to the course location and will be presented to you upon arrival. Webcast supplies will be sent directly to you and should be received on the week of. Our on-demand courses do not include supplies but can be purchased separately through our medical distribution partners. Please visit the "Get Medical Pricing" tab to purchase discounted materials for use in an on-demand course
- When does course registration close?
For a webcast course:
Webcast registrations close the Friday of the week before the scheduled class date/time (8/9 days -unless otherwise stated).
For a live course:
Live course registrations close 24 hours before the scheduled course date/time.
- I am enrolled in a webcast, but I have not received my supplies yet. Now what?
Supplies are sent manually on a course-by-course basis. This means your supplies and informational email will be sent to you on the week of. If you do not receive your supplies by the Thursday before the course, please reach out to student@rocktape.com for assistance.
- Do I need to have someone with me to practice on during a webcast or an on-demand course?
No, it is not necessary for you to have a model with you while you complete the course. However, we do find it helpful to practice the principles as they are presented, so you are more than welcome to have someone present with you during the course. Note: Any model/person(s) who have not registered for the course will not receive a certificate or CEU credits.
- Do I need to do anything to prepare myself before taking the post-course quiz?
Yes, please ensure you download the study guides located in the “Downloads” tab and complete your participant waiver (if you haven’t already).
- When will I receive my certificate?
For a live/webcast course:
If you have completed all the course paperwork and quizzes, you will receive your certificate in approximately three weeks from the course completion date.
For an on-demand course:
You will receive your certificate immediately after completing your course.
- How do I know if a course is approved for CEUs?
Please check the “CEU Details” tab on the course listing page. Each course, profession, and state have different approvals. If you do not see your profession and/or state on the CEU Details page, then we do not have approvals. You are more than welcome to check with your licensing board to see if the course meets their requirements.
- I am enrolled in a webcast. How do I log in to access the webcast?
Once you register and complete your waiver you will receive login instructions that includes your password to the webcast. Please read this document carefully and in full.
- For more information, downloadable guides, and tool hygiene guidelines, please visit: https://www.rocktape.com/medical/guides/downloads/
- Do you have any other questions or concerns?
Please reach out to student@rocktape.com.
Tony Mikla, DPT
Tony is a leading sports physical therapist, performance coach, and researcher. He speaks and teaches nationally on sports physical therapy and regularly publishes research in international journals. Tony previously served as the Physical Therapy Manager at the world-renowned EXOS in Phoenix, AZ, working with some of the best athletes in the world. He was the Medical Director for the Sacramento Sports Commission and adjunct faculty in Physical Therapy at Sacramento State University and Northern AZ University. In 2015, Tony was named a finalist for the NSCA Sports Medicine Specialist of the year and was awarded the 40 Under 40 Award from the Sacramento Business Journal in 2017.
Hour 1: Joint by Joint/Functional Line/Biomechanics
- Joint by Joint (lumbar spine is affected by hips and thoracic spine)
- Anatomy Trains
- Posterior oblique
- Anterior oblique
- Lateral
- Breathing
- Diaphragm/pelvic floor cylinder
- Unlocking thoracic spine
Hour 2: Assessments
- Triggers/provocations
- Active Mobility
- Toe Touch
- Back Bend
- Rotation
- Hip Mobility
- Functional Patterns
- Hinge
- Squat
- Breathing
- Diaphragm
- Rib mobility (buckethandle/pumphandle)
Hour 3: Mobility Interventions
- Thoracic Spine
- Sidelying Rotations
- Quadruped Rotations
- Foam roll/peanut extension
- Self Soft Tissue
- Myofascial Release (ball/foam roll)
- Glutes
- Quads/TFL
- Hamstrings
- Lumbar fascia
- Stretch
- Quad
- Wall (HS)
- Rotational (thoracic/lumbar)
- Lateral Line
Hour 4: Stability/Motor Control
- Rolling Patterns
- Cat/Camel
- McGill Big 3
- Segmental Curl-up
- Bird-dog
- Side Bridge
- Push-outs ½ kneeling and Standing
- Front plank , UE/LE lifts
- Crawl progression
- Baby crawl, bear crawl hold,bear crawl taps, bear crawl (forward/retro), spider crawl
Hour 5: Strength/Stability
- Hinge progression
- Carry series
- Farmer
- Suitcase
- Racked , bell up
- OH
- Get-up steps 1-3 and 1-7
- Chops ½ kneel and standing
- Ab wheel kneeling and standing
- Toes to bar
Hour 6: Speed/Power
- Rotational wall ball throws facing forward and lateral
- Ball slams
- Rotational ball slams
- Rotational partner med-ball toss and deceleration med-ball toss
PT/PTA
Bulletproof Spine meets continuing education requirements for these State Physical Therapy Boards: AL, CO, CT, IA, ME, MA, MN, NH, OR, SD, UT, WA, WY
IL - Bulletproof Spine (6 contact hours) meets continuing education requirements for these State Physical Therapy Boards by virtue of a National University of Health Sciences approval: IL . NUHS is recognized by the Secretary of States Department of Education.