PT 909 - Advanced Clinical Practice for the Shoulder

1 credit(s)
This course will provide the participant current evidence-based examination, advanced intervention skills, and enhanced clinical reasoning for the treatment of patients with dysfunctions of the shoulder complex. An integrated approach utilizing selective tissue tension, joint mobility testing, biomechanics, and functional evaluation will be presented to form the foundation of the treatment model. An overview of current practice evidence and relevant practice applications will be provided. Conservative management and post-operative considerations will be discussed, leading to appropriate rehabilitation strategies for specific diagnoses including: impingement/rotator cuff pathology, adhesive capsulitis, tendinopathy, instability, and AC joint pathology, as well as the special considerations of the overhead athlete. This course will provide the tools necessary to perform a complete evaluation of the entire shoulder girdle, diagnose the site/source of dysfunction, and apply specific, targeted interventions safely and effectively. Treatment techniques covered will include manual therapy including specific joint mobilization, exercise, and patient education/management strategies. The course format includes lecture, extensive lab and demonstration time. Case study will be used to consider examination techniques, manual therapy and exercise while approaching EBP in a patient specific context. Pre-course materials include a review of anatomy and biomechanics related to OMPT practice and differential diagnosis.

Prerequisite(s): Licensed physical therapist or permission of Program Director.

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