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Lecture by Piotr Bursiewicz Fri 17 May 6pm Laboratory Theatre Space Admission free Part 1: Introduction: Visual overview of anatomy and biomechanics Part 2: Behavioural principles in musculoskeletal therapies Part 3: Self-diagnosis and self-control systems Part 4: Body awareness systems and the therapeutic function of body awareness  The aim in behaviour therapy is to develop new behaviours and eliminate unhelpful ones. Speaking very generally, behaviours can be developed using the following techniques: shadowing, screening an instructional film (symbolically) and mental anticipation. In order to develop a motor representation based on biomechanics and physiology, it seems necessary to act “here and now”. This forces patients to attain the required level of concentration focusing on sensations from the musculoskeletal system. The feedback loop between brain and body enables therapeutic and awareness-based work on a more advanced level, making it more efficient. As in psychological therapies, we first need a diagnosis. The hallmark of this type of behaviour therapy is an awareness sensitization system whose key component is self-diagnostic education. The next stage is self-therapy based on the positive expectations created and on encouraging patients to assume responsibility for their therapy. This is accompanied by appropriate therapeutic procedures carried out by trained physiotherapists and doctors. Notably, the body is treated and seen through the lens of outer awareness (artistic, social and representational) while the inner awareness, based on the representation and knowledge of the phenomena occurring within the body, remains undeveloped. It is not necessary to require everyone to have a detailed knowledge of anatomy, biomechanics or physiology. This knowledge can be replaced by a behaviour therapy system that shapes representational reactivity. Piotr Bursiewicz is a graduate of the Academy of Physical Education in Wroc³aw and a multiple national swimming champion. His many years as a professional swimmer gave him a sound base of knowledge on movement awareness. He specializes in sports rehabilitation, working with Polish national representatives in a variety of sports, including the Polish Athletics Team. Piotr has completed many training sessions in manual therapy, osteopathy, chiropractics and movement therapy, both in Poland and abroad. He runs a physiotherapy practice, and promotes behaviour therapy for musculoskeletal conditions. More: www.rehabursiewicz.pl As part of BodyConstitution, practical seminar |