Description
Dr. Alison Grimaldi, Australia
- Physiotherapist, researcher, and educator with 30+ years of clinical experience, specialising in the hip and pelvic region.
- She leads the PhysioTec clinic in Brisbane and is a faculty member at the Australian College of Physiotherapists.
- For over 20 years, she has been actively researching the hip joint; she is the author of numerous publications and a regular speaker at international congresses and conferences.
Before the seminar – participants are required to read selected research papers on the topic, complete tasks, and watch videos totaling approximately 5 hours.
A detailed review of the functional anatomy of the hip joint and pelvic musculature
Changes in muscle function associated with joint pathology and unloading
Implications for therapeutic exercise selection
Seminar content:
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Assessment of different aspects of muscle function for each muscle/synergist group around the hip joint—hip flexors, abductors, extensors, external rotators, and adductors—using standardised, objective measurements.
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Development of a therapeutic exercise programme targeting specific dysfunctions within overall muscle synergy, while considering:
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Optimal effectiveness and load distribution across the entire movement (kinetic) chain
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Effects on musculoskeletal tissue health, e.g., the underlying joint, local tendons, and nerves
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The individual’s specific needs (morphology, pathologies)