Applied Anatomy and Biomechanics of the Lumbar Spine

This online physiotherapy CPD course provides a clear and clinically relevant overview of the structural anatomy and biomechanics of the lumbar spine. It covers vertebrae, intervertebral discs, facet joints, ligaments, muscles, and neural structures, and explains how these components interact to support movement, load distribution, and spinal stability.

The course connects anatomy and biomechanics to common lumbar dysfunctions such as discogenic pain, facet irritation, and postural imbalances. You’ll apply this knowledge to safe movement strategies, posture education, and early rehabilitation planning, strengthening clinical reasoning in musculoskeletal practice.

CPD Information

• CPD Credit Hours: 1.5 hours

Who Should Enrol

Physiotherapists

• Musculoskeletal, Sports, and Orthopaedic Physiotherapy Specialists
• Chiropractors, Osteopaths, and Manual Therapists
• Rehabilitation and Pain Management Practitioners
• Occupational Therapists in musculoskeletal or rehabilitation settings

Resources Included

• Downloadable course slides and summary tools
• CPD Certificate
• 30 days of access to learning materials

Course Presenter

Gehan Baalawi, BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy, Dip. Health & Social Care

Gehan Baalawi is an evidence-based physiotherapist with emerging expertise in geriatric care. She holds a BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy from the University of the West of England (UWE), Bristol, and a Diploma in Health & Social Care from SGS College. Gehan combines clinical practice, research, and teaching to empower healthcare professionals, focusing on validated screening tools, multicomponent interventions, and practical strategies to improve patient outcomes. She has also completed additional training in Mental Health Care, Leadership, and Well-Being, and is a registered member of the HCPC and CSP, UK.