Cervical Spine: Innervation and Neuromyofascial Techniques (Dr. Marcello Bettuolo) - Streamed Stand C14

This course stems from a key observation: the anatomy of the nervous system, especially its interfaces with the myofascial system, is far from complete. In recent years, the literature has highlighted numerous anatomical variations, critical nerve passageways, and nerve entrapment mechanisms, with important clinical implications, particularly in the cervical region. Taught by Marcello Bettuolo, one of Italy's leading experts in applied neuroanatomy and myofascial techniques, the course explores the innervation of the cervical spine and the most common nerve entrapment syndromes, integrating the latest scientific evidence with strong practical applicability.

The study of cervical nerve anatomy becomes the starting point for learning simple, effective, and safe neuromyofascial techniques aimed at improving tissue mobility in critical nerve passageways and treating mechanical neck pain. These techniques, as emphasized in the course, represent a valuable support for improving patient adherence to therapeutic exercise and must be included within a coherent, evidence-based rehabilitation program.

The course progressively addresses the cervical myofascial system and the clinical anatomy of the main nerves involved in cervical symptoms, including the greater and lesser occipital nerves, posterior cutaneous nerves, greater auricular, transverse cervical, suprascapular, accessory, and posterior scapular nerves, integrating real-world clinical cases and the related neuromyofascial treatment.

The simplicity of execution and high clinical usability of the proposed techniques offer a modern and concrete vision of myofascial treatment, making this course particularly useful for physical therapists who want to better understand the role of the peripheral nervous system in neck pain and thoughtfully expand their therapeutic arsenal.