Manual Joint Therapy Based on the Kaltenborn concept
Module I: Upper Limb (In-person or Virtual)

Program
Introduction
Arthrokinematics andosteokinematics
- Normal and altered joint biomechanics (according to Kaltenborn).
- Concept of “roll-slide”.
- Practical relevance.
Joint positioning
- Zero position, lock position, home position, current home position.
- Definition; diagnostic and therapeutic utility.
Joint Slack
- Definition; usefulness in diagnosis and treatment.
1. Diagnosis
2. Direct and indirect tests.
3. Concave convex ruler.
Quantification: degrees of movement
4. Definition.
5. Diagnostic and therapeutic utility.
Treatment goals
6. Mobilization to achieve analgesia.
7. Mobilization to prevent hypomobility.
8. Mobilization to treat hypomobility.
9. Comparison with “classic” angular mobilization.
Coupled and uncoupled movements
10. Definition.
11. Clinical and therapeutic relevance.
12. Indications, precautions and contraindications of the technique
Review of scientific publications
13. Analysis.
Implementation of the technique
14. Patient evaluation.
15. Clinical application of the techniques.
16. Process of clinical reasoning and preparation of a treatment program.
17. Problem Cases.
Course development

MODULE 1
- General introduction (online)
- Upper Limb: Shoulder, Elbow, Upper and lower Radioulnar, Wrist, Hand and
Scapula Waist.
(Review of joint biomechanics. Review of the convex-concave rule in the joint. Practical training in specific diagnostic and treatment maneuvers. Presentation of problem cases. Process of clinical reasoning and preparation of a treatment program)

Upcoming Modules:
MODULE 2
- General introduction (online)
- Lower Limb: Hip, Knee, Upper and Lower Tibiofibular, Ankle and Foot
(Review of joint biomechanics. Review of the convex-concave rule in the joint. Practical training in specific diagnostic and treatment maneuvers. Presentation of problem cases. Process of clinical reasoning and preparation of a treatment program)
MODULE 3 and 4 (two weekends)
- General introduction (online)
MODULE 3
Axial axis first part:
- upper and lower cervical spine
- thoracic spine and TMJ
(Review of joint biomechanics. Review of the convex-concave rule in the joint. Practical training in specific diagnostic and treatment maneuvers. Presentation of problem cases. Process of clinical reasoning and preparation of a treatment program)
MODULE 4
- Thoracic spine
- Lumbar commune
(Review of joint biomechanics. Review of the convex-concave rule in the joint. Practical training in specific diagnostic and treatment maneuvers. Presentation of problem cases. Process of clinical reasoning and preparation of a treatment program) General review

Lic. Maximiliano Caputo
Teaching:
Professor of the chair of therapeutic techniques I and postural seminar at the Isalud University 2018 to date.
Teaching collaborator of the Global Postural Correction Techniques course, Prof. Zanzi. 2008-present. Buenos Aires, Argentina
Teaching collaborator of the Joint Mobilization course, based on the biomechanical principles of Kaltenborn and MacConaill, Prof. Zanzi. 2009-2011. Buenos Aires, Argentina.
University Professor in Practical Clinic, USAL, 2005 – present, Buenos Aires, Argentina
University Professor in PNF (Propioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation), USAL, 2000 - 2005.