The Rookie Physio Podcast

Directional Preference Exercises

November 09, 2020 Season 1 Episode 5
Directional Preference Exercises
The Rookie Physio Podcast
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The Rookie Physio Podcast
Directional Preference Exercises
Nov 09, 2020 Season 1 Episode 5

In today's episode we talk about directional preference exercises. It is an exercise which is performed in a specific direction e.g flexion or extension, has a positive impact on your patients symptoms and mechanical presentation. It's developed from the McKenzie method. We unpacking in what directional exercises are, how they work, how to identify them and giving you 3 real world examples.  This one is a great episode if you are on placement or a new grad going into private practice. 
Check out our website http://www.personalbestphysio.com.au/resourcesforstudents/ for any free downloadable content. 
Happy Listening Rookies! 

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In today's episode we talk about directional preference exercises. It is an exercise which is performed in a specific direction e.g flexion or extension, has a positive impact on your patients symptoms and mechanical presentation. It's developed from the McKenzie method. We unpacking in what directional exercises are, how they work, how to identify them and giving you 3 real world examples.  This one is a great episode if you are on placement or a new grad going into private practice. 
Check out our website http://www.personalbestphysio.com.au/resourcesforstudents/ for any free downloadable content. 
Happy Listening Rookies!