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Driven by others’ desires to network and learn from each other, we are excited to announce the 2011 Conference on The

Meeks Method February 27-March 3 at Sundance Resort, Sundance, Utah.

With its focus on putting the Principles of Movement of The Meeks Method into Practice, this conference will include presentations by Sara Meeks and other senior clinicians trained in The Meeks Method. These presentations are based on the latest advances and research on the management of the patient with back pain, osteoporosis and compression fracture and will serve to further the cause of safety in movement for this, sometimes, very fragile population.

Beginning with Unloading the spine, progressing to strengthening the support structures of the spine and hip, moving into safe loading depending upon the clinical

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condition of the patient are some of the principles that underlie these presentations.

Sundance is a beautiful, family-oriented, friendly resort nestled in the Wasatch Mountains just East of Salt Lake City. Offering outstanding Downhill & Cross Country Skiing, Snowboarding, Snowshoeing, daily workshops in the Art Cabin and a warm and cozy main lodge for dining, shopping or just social izing, Sundance is the ideal location for what we have planned.

Bring the family to enjoy all the activities. There is something for everyone here and at prices guaranteed not to “break the bank.” Scheduled is ample time for family fun and games as professional workshops take place only in morning and evening.

Sit (Perch?) by the fireplace, socialize with fellow conventioneers and other Sundance guests., read a good book, take an afternoon snooze, or just enjoy the atmosphere.

Enjoy a drink from the Owl Bar (restored1890’s bar frequented by

Butch Cassidy himself.) Who knows, you may even get to meet

The Sundance Kid!

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The Sundance Resort is nestled at the base of 12,000-foot Mount Timpanogos in the Wasatch mountains. www.sundanceresort.com

CONFERENCE DESCRIPTIONCONFERENCE DESCRIPTIONCONFERENCE DESCRIPTION

The highly experiential nature of this conference is designed to bring therapists together so that they can share The highly experiential nature of this conference is designed to bring therapists together so that they can share The highly experiential nature of this conference is designed to bring therapists together so that they can share ideas, learn from and network with each other in a comfortable, familyideas, learn from and network with each other in a comfortable, familyideas, learn from and network with each other in a comfortable, family---oriented environment that encourages PLAY oriented environment that encourages PLAY oriented environment that encourages PLAY as part of the learning process. Workshops taught by Sara Meeks and clinicians trained in The Meeks Method, will as part of the learning process. Workshops taught by Sara Meeks and clinicians trained in The Meeks Method, will as part of the learning process. Workshops taught by Sara Meeks and clinicians trained in The Meeks Method, will offer participants a chance to see The Meeks Method In Action………...bringing the Principles (of Movement) Into offer participants a chance to see The Meeks Method In Action………...bringing the Principles (of Movement) Into offer participants a chance to see The Meeks Method In Action………...bringing the Principles (of Movement) Into Practice in different and unique ways. With workshops on Yoga, Pilates, Floor Exercise, Patient Assessment, Practice in different and unique ways. With workshops on Yoga, Pilates, Floor Exercise, Patient Assessment, Practice in different and unique ways. With workshops on Yoga, Pilates, Floor Exercise, Patient Assessment, Acute Compression Fracture Management, Weight Training and Fitness, among others, the participant will leave Acute Compression Fracture Management, Weight Training and Fitness, among others, the participant will leave Acute Compression Fracture Management, Weight Training and Fitness, among others, the participant will leave with a wellwith a wellwith a well---rounded concept of what The Meeks Method IS and will be able to take new, innovative ideas directly rounded concept of what The Meeks Method IS and will be able to take new, innovative ideas directly rounded concept of what The Meeks Method IS and will be able to take new, innovative ideas directly into practice. Time for Conclave and Brainstorming Sessions are scheduled in so that everyone can take part in the into practice. Time for Conclave and Brainstorming Sessions are scheduled in so that everyone can take part in the into practice. Time for Conclave and Brainstorming Sessions are scheduled in so that everyone can take part in the learning process.learning process.learning process.

CONFERENCE OBJECTIVESCONFERENCE OBJECTIVESCONFERENCE OBJECTIVES

At the end of the conference, participants will:At the end of the conference, participants will:At the end of the conference, participants will: 1.1.1. Be able to describe the Principles of Movement of The Meeks MethodBe able to describe the Principles of Movement of The Meeks MethodBe able to describe the Principles of Movement of The Meeks Method 2.2.2. Be able to explain the condition of osteoporosis, its pathology, epidemiology, sequelae, indicated and contraBe able to explain the condition of osteoporosis, its pathology, epidemiology, sequelae, indicated and contraBe able to explain the condition of osteoporosis, its pathology, epidemiology, sequelae, indicated and contra---

indicated exercise, all based on the latest research evidenceindicated exercise, all based on the latest research evidenceindicated exercise, all based on the latest research evidence 3.3.3. Experience and learn the application of The Meeks Method in Special Populations, Yoga, Pilates, Shuba Experience and learn the application of The Meeks Method in Special Populations, Yoga, Pilates, Shuba Experience and learn the application of The Meeks Method in Special Populations, Yoga, Pilates, Shuba

Weight Training, Fitness, Exercise Classes, Patient Assessment, Management of the Patient with Acute Com-Weight Training, Fitness, Exercise Classes, Patient Assessment, Management of the Patient with Acute Com-Weight Training, Fitness, Exercise Classes, Patient Assessment, Management of the Patient with Acute Com-pression Fracturepression Fracturepression Fracture

4.4.4. Be able to articulate the indications for, and fitting of, the Spinomed III Spinal OrthosisBe able to articulate the indications for, and fitting of, the Spinomed III Spinal OrthosisBe able to articulate the indications for, and fitting of, the Spinomed III Spinal Orthosis 5.5.5. Be conversant with the concept of the use of low magnitude mechanical signals (via the Marodyne LIV Tablet) Be conversant with the concept of the use of low magnitude mechanical signals (via the Marodyne LIV Tablet) Be conversant with the concept of the use of low magnitude mechanical signals (via the Marodyne LIV Tablet)

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HORIZONTAL THERAPY (read DECOMPRESSION EXERCISE here) shown to relieve back pain and also significantly reduce compression fracture incidence in patients with osteoporosis.

From Dr. Dieter Felsenberg (personal communication), the strain of muscle contraction of the erector spinae and also hip abductors and hip extensors will positively affect the thoracic vertebral bodies and also the neck of the femur. (My interpretation is that these muscles exert tensile force within the bone that helps to strengthen the bone.)

AND……….. FROM MY VISIT TO DR. CLINTON RUBIN, THE RESEARCHER BEHIND THE NEW MARODYNE VIBRATION PLATFORM (see Page 2)

……………...AN ENTIRELY NEW WAY TO VIEW OSTEOPOROSIS……………… Osteoporosis is NOT a disease of the bone; it is a disease of the bone marrow. It is within the bone marrow that mesenchymal stem cells, driven by mechanical stimuli of low magnitude, differentiate into osteocytes or adipocytes. Call me to discuss...no room for much detail here.

NETWORKING OPPORTUNITYNETWORKING OPPORTUNITYNETWORKING OPPORTUNITY A Meeks Method-Certified OT/PT team is establishing an Osteoporosis Program in Tupelo, Mississippi. They’re looking to network with

other therapists that are a team so that they can better serve the osteoporosis population in their area. Contact Jasmyne Searcy, OTR/L or Jill Bauer, PT at 662-377-7215 or by email at jjsearcy@nmhs.net or EJbauer@nmhs.net

SARA SPEAKS COME PLAY WITH ME!

AND EARN CEU’S AT THE SAME TIME! See Pages 1, 3, and 4 for details on The Meeks Method Conference

Imagine yourself exalting in the great out-of-doors as you shush down the ski slope, or traverse a gorgeous mountain trail on skis, a snowboard or snowshoes. Then, come

“home” to a warm, cozy lodge with friends and colleagues who are on the same “wave length” as you — working to improve the Lives of persons with osteoporosis.

Perch by the fire or on a bar stool, sip a glass of wine or other libation as you prepare for another delicious meal either in your own lodge kitchen or at the Sundance restaurant.

Do this by yourself or bring your partners and kids to join in the fun.

Start each day with an early morning exercise class, taught with safety and therapeutic intent by people who do this on a regular basis. Continue with a hearty breakfast and then choose from among timely, research-based learning modules that relate to your

practice, each short module packed with information you can put into use immediately. Then………….the afternoon is yours to partake of the many activities offered at Sundance.

Or, sit by the fireplace with a book you’ve been longing to have the time to read.

After dinner (on two nights) have an opportunity to hob-nob and brainstorm with fellow practitioners as we plan for the future of The Meeks Method and all that means. Meet new

friends and perhaps re-meet some you already know from past seminars or meetings.

Finish out the week by staying at Sundance for a relaxing few days after the conference. Leave renewed and re-invigorated as you set out to take new

information and ideas into your personal life and professional practice.

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