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Cynthia Diaz, OT

Effective Evaluation and Treatment of Common Orthopedic Upper Extremity Diagnoses

Effective Evaluation and Treatment of Common Orthopedic Upper Extremity Diagnoses

4 Hours Instructional Level: Intermediate
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Description:

Course release date: 1/6/2025

Course Overview

This course is intended for all healthcare professionals who care for patients of various ages with orthopedic needs resulting from injury, surgery, abnormal development, and any other cause of abnormal use or movement of the upper extremities. This can result in decreased function and independence secondary to lack of normal movement patterns of the upper extremities. This course is also for healthcare professionals seeking knowledge regarding evaluation and treatment methods for the most common orthopedic conditions affecting the shoulder, elbow, hand, and fingers. Various effective evaluations and interventions will be shared to assist healthcare professionals with current and future patients to enhance independence for all areas of occupation including play, activities of daily living, instrumental activities of daily living, and more.

Full Course Description
Course release date: 1/6/2025Course OverviewThis course is intended for all healthcare professionals who care for patients of various ages with orthopedic needs resulting from injury, surgery, abnormal development, and any other cause of abnormal use or movement of the upper extremities. This can result in decreased function and independence secondary to lack of normal movement patterns of the upper extremities. This course is also for healthcare professionals seeking knowledge regarding evaluation and treatment methods for...

Goals & Objectives:

Course Overview

This course is intended for all healthcare professionals who care for patients of various ages with orthopedic needs resulting from injury, surgery, abnormal development, and any other cause of abnormal use or movement of the upper extremities. This can result in decreased function and independence secondary to lack of normal movement patterns of the upper extremities. This course is also for healthcare professionals seeking knowledge regarding evaluation and treatment methods for the most common orthopedic conditions affecting the shoulder, elbow, hand, and fingers. Various effective evaluations and interventions will be shared to assist healthcare professionals with current and future patients to enhance independence for all areas of occupation including play, activities of daily living, instrumental activities of daily living, and more.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completing this course, the learner should be able to:

  • Differentiate the anatomy and biomechanics of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand complexes. 
  • Outline accurate range of motion and manual muscle testing techniques for upper extremity joints and muscles. 
  • Differentiate common upper extremity diagnoses and develop appropriate treatment plans for conditions such as adhesive capsulitis, rotator cuff tendonitis, and carpal tunnel syndrome. 
  • Apply appropriate splinting techniques for various upper extremity injuries and conditions to improve occupational performance. 
  • Classify nerve injury types and compare treatment approaches for radial, median, and ulnar nerve injuries. 
  • Interpret the evaluation process and treatment protocols for flexor and extensor tendon repairs. 
  • Apply home exercise programs tailored to specific upper extremity diagnoses and stages of healing. 
  • Distinguish precautions and contraindications associated with different upper extremity conditions and surgical procedures. 
  • Predict appropriate manual therapy techniques and therapeutic exercises for upper extremity rehabilitation and return to function and occupational performance. 
  • Formulate treatment plans using clinical reasoning skills for complex upper extremity diagnoses and case studies. 

 

Goals & Objectives:

Course Overview

This course is intended for all healthcare professionals who care for patients of various ages with orthopedic needs resulting from injury, surgery, abnormal development, and any other cause of abnormal use or movement of the upper extremities. This can result in decreased function and independence secondary to lack of normal movement patterns of the upper extremities. This course is also for healthcare professionals seeking knowledge regarding evaluation and treatment methods for the most common orthopedic conditions affecting the shoulder, elbow, hand, and fingers. Various effective evaluations and interventions will be shared to assist healthcare professionals with current and future patients to enhance independence for all areas of occupation including play, activities of daily living, instrumental activities of daily living, and more.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completing this course, the learner should be able to:

  • Differentiate the anatomy and biomechanics of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand complexes. 
  • Outline accurate range of motion and manual muscle testing techniques for upper extremity joints and muscles. 
  • Differentiate common upper extremity diagnoses and develop appropriate treatment plans for conditions such as adhesive capsulitis, rotator cuff tendonitis, and carpal tunnel syndrome. 
  • Apply appropriate splinting techniques for various upper extremity injuries and conditions to improve occupational performance. 
  • Classify nerve injury types and compare treatment approaches for radial, median, and ulnar nerve injuries. 
  • Interpret the evaluation process and treatment protocols for flexor and extensor tendon repairs. 
  • Apply home exercise programs tailored to specific upper extremity diagnoses and stages of healing. 
  • Distinguish precautions and contraindications associated with different upper extremity conditions and surgical procedures. 
  • Predict appropriate manual therapy techniques and therapeutic exercises for upper extremity rehabilitation and return to function and occupational performance. 
  • Formulate treatment plans using clinical reasoning skills for complex upper extremity diagnoses and case studies. 

 

Disclosures:

Audience/Accreditations and Approvals
This course is designed for the following healthcare professions (select your profession for details):
Athletic Training, Massage Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy


AOTA logoColibri Healthcare, LLC is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 11390. This Distance Learning-Independent course is offered at 0.4 CEUs, Intermediate, OT Service Delivery, Foundational Knowledge. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.


Contact Hours
Upon sucessful completion of this course, you will be awarded the following contact hours (based on profession):
Athletic Training: 4 Hours
Massage Therapy: 4 Hours
Occupational Therapy: 4 Hours
Physical Therapy: 4 Hours

If you require special accommodations, please contact Colibri Healthcare Support by clicking here: Contact Us or by using the chat functionality.

Cancellation Policy: For activity cancellation, returns, or complaint resolution, please contact us by email help@homeceu.com or by phone at 1.800.55.4CEUS (2387). We have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Refunds will be issued for courses that have not been completed (exam not taken), or for any course that has been rejected by your board of approval. Webinar attendance must be canceled 24 hours before the scheduled start time.

Disclosures:

Audience/Accreditations and Approvals
This course is designed for the following healthcare professions (select your profession for details):
Athletic Training, Massage Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy


AOTA logoColibri Healthcare, LLC is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 11390. This Distance Learning-Independent course is offered at 0.4 CEUs, Intermediate, OT Service Delivery, Foundational Knowledge. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.


Contact Hours
Upon sucessful completion of this course, you will be awarded the following contact hours (based on profession):
Athletic Training: 4 Hours
Massage Therapy: 4 Hours
Occupational Therapy: 4 Hours
Physical Therapy: 4 Hours

If you require special accommodations, please contact Colibri Healthcare Support by clicking here: Contact Us or by using the chat functionality.

Cancellation Policy: For activity cancellation, returns, or complaint resolution, please contact us by email help@homeceu.com or by phone at 1.800.55.4CEUS (2387). We have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Refunds will be issued for courses that have not been completed (exam not taken), or for any course that has been rejected by your board of approval. Webinar attendance must be canceled 24 hours before the scheduled start time.

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