Biomechanics of the Upper Body

A five-hour professional course connecting upper-body anatomy, movement, fascia, motor control and exercise-based rehabilitation.

Presented by Chartered Physiotherapist Phillipa Butler PT, MSCP, this course examines the shoulder, neck, upper back and wider upper quadrant as an interconnected movement system. It is designed to help practitioners identify relevant biomechanical relationships and translate them into assessment, exercise selection and rehabilitation planning.

What you will explore

• Functional relationships between the shoulder, neck, upper back and surrounding structures
• The role of fascia, myofascial links and whole-body connections
• Movement sequencing and key components of biomechanical assessment
• Common movement errors and their possible relationship to dysfunction or injury
• Stability, coordination, motor control and core support
• Strengthening, flexibility and movement-based rehabilitation strategies
• Clinical Pilates, therapeutic yoga and other exercise concepts relevant to upper-quadrant care

What is included

• Five hours of structured CE/CPD study
• 3.5 hours of online video education
• Fully illustrated course workbook
• Lesson quizzes and online examination
• Certificate following successful completion
• Lifetime course access
• Subtitles in English, French, German and Spanish

Designed for: rehabilitation, massage and manual-therapy professionals, physical and occupational therapy professionals, athletic trainers, nurses, carers, and exercise and fitness professionals working with shoulder, neck, upper-back, postural or movement-related presentations.

Professional-use note: The course supports education and professional reasoning but does not replace individual assessment or extend scope of practice. Exercise and treatment choices must be appropriate to the learner’s qualifications, local requirements and the individual patient.