$74.00
This seminar will feature upper extremity cumulative trauma disorders (CTDs), from early diagnosis and intervention to assessment techniques.
Description
This seminar will feature upper extremity cumulative trauma disorders (CTDs), from early diagnosis and intervention to assessment techniques. The seminar will include a review of the pathology and anatomy of CTDs. Various treatment modalities will also be explored including both conservative approach and surgical approach.
Course Details
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Details
Run Time: 4 hours
Attendee: Physical Therapists, PTA’s, Students, Athletic Trainers
Required Equipment: Personal Computer, Tablet, or Smartphone with access to Broadband Internet (<1.4 mbps)
Examination: 30-question test. Passing grade of 70% or higher required for certificate
Course Evaluation: Yes
Certificate of Completion: Yes
Workbook/Handout: Yes
Course Approvals/Certifications:
Outline
Module I
Unit 01: Introduction
Unit 02: Risk Factors
Unit 03: Personal Risk
Unit 04:Cultural/Socioeconomic Factors
Unit 05: Examination of Disorders Part 1
Unit 06: Examination of Disorders Part 2
Unit 07: Examination of Disorders Part 3
Unit 08: Dynamic Pathology Part 1
Unit 09: Dynamic Pathology Part 2
Unit 10:Conservative Management of CTDs
Unit 11: Splinting
Unit 12: Physical Agents
Module II
Unit 13: Static vs. Dynamic
Unit 14: Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Unit 15: Post-Op Management: Four Basic Principles
Unit 16: Post-Op Management: Rate of Recovery
Unit 17: Question and Answer Session Part 1
Unit 18: Static Grip Assesment
Unit 19: Consultation with Industry
Unit 20: Common Problems of Biomechanics Part 1
Unit 21: Common Problems of Biomechanics Part 2
Unit 22: Question and Answer Session Part 2
Unit 23: Conclusion
Final Test
Certificate of Completion
Course Evaluation
Learning Goals
Upon completion of this class, you should be able to:
- Define cumulative trauma disorder and list examples of CTDs that occur in the upper extremities
- Specify the anatomical structures of the upper extremity that are susceptible to stress and subsequent inflammation
- Identify the four signs of inflammation
- Describe risk factors for upper extremity CTDs and demonstrate simple methods of reducing risks
- Describe functional assessments for measuring the capacity of individuals with CTDs