host a RIGO CONCEPT - BSPTS COurse
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learning the BSPTS rigo Concept
As a physical therapist you can become certified to train patients in the scoliosis specific exercises from the Rigo Concept BSPTS school using Rigo Concept PSSE.
A prerequisite to the 3 Leveled courses is the Base Course. The Base Course is for all medical professionals. This course can be taken online; see details: www.BSPTS.net
The three leveled courses are for physical therapists only. Completion of all 3 are required for Rigo Concept PSSE Certification:
Level 1, 2 and 3 are 48 CEU hours. Each level has its own requirements to advance to the next level. Details on all levels are on the Schroth-Barcelona Institute website (www.bsptsnorthamerica-rigoconcept.com).
L1 Objectives:
L2 Objectives:
L3 Objectives:
A prerequisite to the 3 Leveled courses is the Base Course. The Base Course is for all medical professionals. This course can be taken online; see details: www.BSPTS.net
The three leveled courses are for physical therapists only. Completion of all 3 are required for Rigo Concept PSSE Certification:
Level 1, 2 and 3 are 48 CEU hours. Each level has its own requirements to advance to the next level. Details on all levels are on the Schroth-Barcelona Institute website (www.bsptsnorthamerica-rigoconcept.com).
L1 Objectives:
- Understand multidisciplinary approach to conservative management of scoliosis
- Perform an individualized scoliosis patient clinical evaluation
- Understand radiological variables in scoliosis assessment and classification
- Identify scoliosis patients appropriate for conservative management
- Develop specific treatment plans and goals based on the patient presentation
- Treat patients with basic 3-D principles of correction according to BSPTS
- Treat in the basic starting positions (supine, prone, side-lying, semi hang)
- Teach joint protection and proper ADL principles for patients with scoliosis
L2 Objectives:
- Describe and use the General Principles of Correction following Rigo Concept PSSE theory and practice.
- Establish the specific principles to treat a specific scoliosis curve type
- Define the correction strategies needed for each specific case and at each of its treatment positions.
- Develop a treatment plan appropriate for the clinical and radiological aspects specific to the patient.
- Carry out the advanced exercises against gravity, static and dynamic, for the treatment of scoliosis.
- Understand and contribute to the multidisciplinary approach and communication to conservative management of scoliosis
L3 Objectives:
- Guided hands-on clinical experience with experienced teachers
- Advanced exercise positions with resistance and dynamics
- Treatment modifications for Adult Scoliosis and Post Surgical cases
- Bracing: Students understand the relationship between brace design, corrective forces, and the Rigo Concept Classification. Students learned how to interpret brace mechanics, collaborate with orthotists, and integrate bracing strategies with exercise‑based treatment.
- Understands how radiology in Adult Scoliosis assessment helps to address the unique needs of adults with scoliosis, including pain management, degenerative changes, functional limitations, and long‑term self‑management strategies.
- Learning about the continuum of care surrounding scoliosis surgery requiring a scoliosis specializing physical therapist to support needed for patients before and after surgical correction, ensuring safe progression and optimal functional outcomes.
- Increase knowledge about the current range of surgical approaches for patients with scoliosis to improve their collaboration on the medical team.
- Understands the value and how to be a positive impact withing the team approach to care for scoliosis management.
- Introduction and support to the development of a Group Exercise approach to physiotherapy scoliosis specific exercise (PSSE)
Rigo Concept BSPTS courses
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Courses
Boston Courses Contact Amy Sbihli MPT, DPT Rigo Concept BSPTS [email protected] [email protected] |
Boston Courses: Bridging Course (go to www.bspts.net for registration) Level 1 (L1) September 27 - October 2, 2027 Level 2 (L2) October 19-24, 2026 March 8-13, 2027 Level 3 (L3) (Contact [email protected] or go to www.bspts.net for registration) Other Courses: Level 1 (L1) August 24-29, 2026 ScolioSource, LLC New Jersey Course Contact: Rosemary Carvajal, PT [email protected] Or Amy Sbihli, PT [email protected] |
Additional courses
Bridge Course: Stay tuned for Rigo Concept - BSPTS Bridge Course designed for C2 therapists wanting to learn updates from the school. It is 3 days. Following the course, and completion of 2 case studies, the student can enter into Level 3 of the new educational program.