Recent Advances in the Treatment of the Shoulder &/or the Knee (A Lab Course)

Details

Instructional Level: Intermediate, with lecture and lab both days

Course Description:
This course is designed to present to the clinician the most recent and state of the art information in the treatment of selected and the most commonly encountered shoulder and knee disorders. These courses were developed to provide the clinician with the most pertinent information regarding the rehabilitation of these pathologies. Through lecture presentations, demonstration videos of surgery & rehabilitation techniques, hands-on laboratory sessions, open discussions and problem solving of patient case studies, the attendee will have an opportunity to master new and effective evaluation and treatment techniques.

Course Requirements:
Lab clothing: Tank top to expose the shoulder, and shorts to expose the knee. Bring a mat (or blanket), a pillow and a large towel for lab table.

Outline

Day 1: Shoulder Joint: (8:30 - 4:30)
8:00-8:15 - Registration
8:15-8:30 - Introduction
8:30-9:00 - Current concepts in Shoulder Instability & Stability: Terminology & treatment approaches
9:00-10:00 - Non-Operative Treatment for Shoulder Instability: Traumatic, congenital or other pathologies
10:00-10:45 - Surgical Techniques & Rehabilitation of Shoulder Instability: Video demonstration of various surgeries to provide stability and rehabilitation concepts
10:45-12:00 - Non-operative Treatment of Rotator Cuff Lesions: Impingement, PASTA, PAINT & other lesions
12:00-1:00 - Lunch
1:00-2:15 - Surgery Techniques & Rehabilitation following Rotator Cuff Tears: Video demonstration of rotator cuff repair surgery & rehab programs
2:15-3:00 - Techniques to Enhance Shoulder Stability: Shoulder strengthening exercises & neuromuscular drills
3:00-4:00 - Lab time: Techniques to enhance shoulder stability & strength
4:00-4:30 - SLAP Lesions: Non-operative & Post-operative Rehab: Video demonstration of various types of SLAPs and rehab

Day 2 am: Shoulder Joint: (8:30 - 12:00)
8:30-9:15 - Adhesive Capsulitis: Updates & New Techniques/Concepts: What works and what you shouldn't do
9:15-10:00 - Lab Time: New joint mobilization techniques & stretches
10:00-10:45 - Osteoarthritis of the Glenohumeral Joint

• Non-Operative treatment & total shoulder replacement

• Demonstrate an understanding of the anatomy and biomechanics of the shoulder complex
• Recognize the pathomechanics of various shoulder injuries and possible tissue injury
• Perform and interpret specific clinical examination tests and maneuvers for the shoulder complex
• Design an effective and appropriate rehabilitaiton program based on current clinical and scientific research for the following shoulder pathologies:

• Analyze specific exercise techniques and evaluate the exercises effectiveness
• Integrate the information presented and formulate a treatment plan for specific case studies which will be presented.

• Anterior cruciate ligament injuries
• Posterior cruciate ligament injuries
• Patellofemoral pathologies
• Total Knee arthroplasty and arthritic conditions

Additional Info

• Seminar includes coffee breaks and handouts. Lunch is not included.
• Course related products (if any) will be available at the course, however, in a limited quantity.
• Certificates of Attendance will be given to all participants and may be used for those who need C.E.U. verification and credits.
• Participants will be required to sign a Release of Liability prior to the commencement of this seminar.
• Northeast Seminars is recognized by the NATA Board of Certification, Inc. to offer continuing education for Certified Athletic Trainers.
• Location, Instructor, Dates and Cost of seminar are subject to change.
• For group rate accommodations, please call hotel directly and be sure to mention Northeast Seminars. A limited number of rooms are reserved for participants, when available, on a first-come, first-served basis. Within 30 days of the course, rooms and/or rates may no longer be available. If course is to be held at a facility, Northeast only provides suggested hotels nearby for room accommodations.

Sponsors

LiteCure

CDM Sport

DJO

Dynasplint

Joint Active Systems

HydroWorx

Locations and Dates