WEBINAR: An Osteopath's Perspective on COVID-19

Presenter: Rosalba Courtney

This webinar covers the following:

1. Overview of COVID-19

2. Proactive strategies for immunity and inflammation

3. Breathing techniques for lung function, oxygen and dyspnea

4. Overview of recommendations for the treatment of hospitalised patients

5. Osteopaths potential roles in rehabilitation

About Rosalba:

Dr Rosalba Courtney DO, PhD is an osteopath with over 40 years’ experience as a practitioner, teacher, researcher and writer. She has a PhD in breathing and a deep interest in the ways that breathing and airway function affect health. She received her PhD from RMIT University for her research on the topic of “Dysfunctional Breathing: Its Parameters, Measurement and Clinical Relevance” in 2011. She is internationally recognised for her work in this field, having published over 20 peer-reviewed articles and several book chapters on this topic. Rosalba has also completed training in orofacial myology and integrates this into her clinical practice. Rosalba has presented at many national and international conferences. She is actively involved in research and mentoring of osteopathic students. Rosalba is renowned for her ability to synthesis complex information from the scientific literature to extract its practical significance for the clinician. Rosalba conducts training programs for practitioners in Integrative Breathing Therapy internationally. She practices in Sydney, Australia.

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