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Physical Therapists & Allied Health Professionals
Chris Johnson is a much sought after speaker for physical therapists, fitness experts, and athletes. Chris combines his professional knowledge as a physical therapist, who specializes in manual therapy, with his research and athletic background to deliver informative, engaging, and educational seminars around the globe. Chris’ mission is to elevate the professional standards of physical therapists and to promote practice excellence in medicine. Hire Chris to speak here at http://www.chrisjohnsonpt.com
Selected Presentations
1. The Role of Sensorimotor Training In the Management of Running Injuries
2. Screening for Defective Running Shoes – What You Need to Know as a Consumer
3. An Evidence Based Approach to Evaluating and Treating Patients with Subacromial Impingement
4. Proximal and Distal Consideration in Treating Patients with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
5. The Trigger Point Dilemma…Resolving Myofascial Pain and Preventing Its Recurrence
6. Rehabilitation of Patients S/P Achilles Tendon Repair – Protecting Against Stretch Out
7. Optimizing the Use of Elastic Resistance in the Physical Therapy Clinic
8. Forward Shoulder Asymmetry – What is Known and Future Directions
9. Spinal Considerations in Treating Patients with Upper and Lower Quarter Pathology
10. Therapeutic Exercises for Optimizing Scapulothoracic Stability and Function
11. Weight Training Modifications for the Injured Athlete
12. Optimizing the Use of Electrical Stimulation for Strengthening and Pain Control.
Athletes
Chris has been a competitive athlete his whole life. In building his performance record to the level of a Division I tennis player and amateur elite triathlete, Chris has developed a philosophy and system that has enabled him and those he works with to stay injury free while enjoying peak athletic performance. Chris understands that each sport has unique performance demands as well as associated risk factors for injury. His presentations for athletes are focused on injury prevention, proper training, performance optimization, and longevity. Examples of such presentations include the following:
Selected Presentations
1. Weight Training Modifications for the Injured Athlete
2. Training for the Long Run – Optimizing Performance & Preventing Running Related Injuries
3. Resistance Training for the Avid Cyclist
4. The Role of Elastic Resistance in Training the Overhead Athlete
5. Balancing the Body – Keys to Unlocking the Musculoskeletal System
6. Weight Training Considerations for the Aging Athlete
7. Postural Stability Training in Runners …the Missing Link
8. Key Concepts Related to Exercise Progression for the Upper Body.
