Dr. Krebs Achieves NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist Certification

Dr. Krebs of Chicago Spine and Sports has achieved a new milestone in musculoskeletal treatment and assessment. On August 6, 2009, Dr. Krebs successfully earned high marks on the National Academy of Sports Medicine’s (NASM) Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES) certification exam.

The NASM-CES certification is designed to equip professionals with advanced knowledge, skills, and abilities to assist clients experiencing musculoskeletal impairments, muscle imbalances, and post-rehabilitation concerns. Dr. Krebs reinforced his expertise in movement pattern alterations and corrective rehab protocols throughout the course.

According to the National Academy of Sports Medicine, “The NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM-CES) Advanced Specialization was developed in response to the growing need for professionals capable of helping clients with musculoskeletal impairments, imbalances, or rehabilitation concerns. The NASM-CES provides the advanced knowledge, skills, and abilities to work with clients suffering from these issues successfully.”

The NASM-CES course covers nine modules on crucial corrective exercise topics, including movement assessments, inhibitory techniques, muscle activation techniques, and common musculoskeletal impairments. This comprehensive training program equips professionals with the most innovative education tools and techniques for optimal results.

NASM in the News: NASM is recognized as the official provider of sports medicine education for the National Basketball Athletic Trainers Association (NBATA). Highlighting the impact of corrective exercise, NASM mentions, “Shaq's wheelin-n-dealin' at an All-Star level again... and his renaissance is like Exhibit A for Corrective Exercise.”

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