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Diane M. Heislein

Total Knee Arthroplasty: Current Concepts in Physical Therapy Management

Total Knee Arthroplasty: Current Concepts in Physical Therapy Management

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The knee is the most common site of painful osteoarthritis (OA) in people over the age of 45. When degenerative changes in the knee joint cause progressive pain and significantly impair mobility, a knee replacement may become necessary to restore functional ability and quality of life. Knee replacement surgery provides significant pain relief and restoration of functional mobility in patients with end-stage knee OA, with up to 90% of patients expressing satisfaction with their surgical outcomes (Singh & Lewallen, 2014).

Knee replacement surgery may be indicated in patients who have significant degenerative changes in the joint associated with conditions such as primary and secondary OA, rheumatoid arthritis, osteonecrosis, or joint destruction associated with osteomyelitis. The most frequent preoperative diagnosis for total knee arthroplasty is end-stage OA, which causes pain, joint instability, and impaired function. In the United States, total knee arthroplasty is one of the most common elective surgical procedures with more than 700,000 procedures performed each year (Healthcare Cost and Utilization Project, 2015). Research is ongoing, but most experts contend that for the most successful postoperative outcome, rehabilitation is an essential component of recovery.

Full Course Description
The knee is the most common site of painful osteoarthritis (OA) in people over the age of 45. When degenerative changes in the knee joint cause progressive pain and significantly impair mobility, a knee replacement may become necessary to restore functional ability and quality of life. Knee replacement surgery provides significant pain relief and restoration of functional mobility in patients with end-stage knee OA, with up to 90% of patients expressing satisfaction with their surgical...

Goals & Objectives:

Course Goals:

In the United States, total knee arthroplasty is one of the most common elective surgical procedures with more than 700,000 procedures performed each year. Research is ongoing, but most experts contend that for the most successful postoperative outcome, rehabilitation is an essential component of recovery.  Physical therapists must have an in-depth knowledge of current best practice for this population to maximize their return to function and quality of life. Additionally, with the emergence of new reimbursement models for Total Joint Replacement care, it is essential for physical therapy practitioners to utilize the most appropriate outcome measures in data collection and reporting.  The purpose of this intermediate level course is to provide physical therapists and physical therapist assistants with a comprehensive overview of the many considerations surrounding knee replacement surgery, including the relevant anatomy, epidemiology, patient selection criteria, surgical considerations, common postoperative complications, and rehabilitation strategies.  This course discusses the pre and postoperative patient management, rehabilitation goals and treatment in the acute, post-acute, and functional recovery stages.  This course, which is relevant for physical therapists and physical therapy assistants, provides evidence-based research that supports rehabilitation treatment methods and outcomes following total knee arthroplasty while highlighting the areas in need of further study.  

Professional Objectives:

  1. Describe the epidemiological trends for total knee arthroplasty.
  2. Explain the anatomical components of the knee and how degenerative changes may influence the need for knee replacement surgery.
  3. Identify the indications for total knee arthroplasty, as well as preoperative planning and rehabilitation.
  4. Summarize the surgical approaches to total knee arthroplasty and potential complications and how they may impact rehabilitation and recovery.
  5. Discuss postoperative physical therapy interventions and expected outcomes following total knee arthroplasty.
  6. Describe future considerations in delivering care to patients following total knee arthroplasty.

 

Goals & Objectives:

Course Goals:

In the United States, total knee arthroplasty is one of the most common elective surgical procedures with more than 700,000 procedures performed each year. Research is ongoing, but most experts contend that for the most successful postoperative outcome, rehabilitation is an essential component of recovery.  Physical therapists must have an in-depth knowledge of current best practice for this population to maximize their return to function and quality of life. Additionally, with the emergence of new reimbursement models for Total Joint Replacement care, it is essential for physical therapy practitioners to utilize the most appropriate outcome measures in data collection and reporting.  The purpose of this intermediate level course is to provide physical therapists and physical therapist assistants with a comprehensive overview of the many considerations surrounding knee replacement surgery, including the relevant anatomy, epidemiology, patient selection criteria, surgical considerations, common postoperative complications, and rehabilitation strategies.  This course discusses the pre and postoperative patient management, rehabilitation goals and treatment in the acute, post-acute, and functional recovery stages.  This course, which is relevant for physical therapists and physical therapy assistants, provides evidence-based research that supports rehabilitation treatment methods and outcomes following total knee arthroplasty while highlighting the areas in need of further study.  

Professional Objectives:

  1. Describe the epidemiological trends for total knee arthroplasty.
  2. Explain the anatomical components of the knee and how degenerative changes may influence the need for knee replacement surgery.
  3. Identify the indications for total knee arthroplasty, as well as preoperative planning and rehabilitation.
  4. Summarize the surgical approaches to total knee arthroplasty and potential complications and how they may impact rehabilitation and recovery.
  5. Discuss postoperative physical therapy interventions and expected outcomes following total knee arthroplasty.
  6. Describe future considerations in delivering care to patients following total knee arthroplasty.

 

Disclosures:

TEXT COURSE

Text courses are viewed on your web browser if the online version is purchased, or sent via mail if the physical copy is purchased.

Contact Hours: 4 contact hours in length (check your state’s approval status in the state specific course catalog for your profession).

Target Audience: Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant

Instructional Level: Beginner

Criteria for Completion: Depending on your state requirements you will be asked to complete either: An affirmation that you have completed the educational activity  or a mandatory test (a passing score of 70 percent is required). Test questions link content to learning objectives as a method to enhance individualized learning and material retention. Scores of less than 70% indicate a failure to understand the material and the test will need to be taken again until a passing score has been achieved.

Personnel Disclosure:

Financial – Diane M. Heislein is employed by Sargent College and receives a salary. She receives payment from Colibri Healthcare, LLC for the presentation of this course.

Nonfinancial - no relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.

No relevant conflicts of interest exist for any member of the activity planning committee.

Content Disclosure: This course does not focus solely on any specific product or service

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:

TEXT COURSE

Text courses are viewed on your web browser if the online version is purchased, or sent via mail if the physical copy is purchased.

Contact Hours: 4 contact hours in length (check your state’s approval status in the state specific course catalog for your profession).

Target Audience: Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant

Instructional Level: Beginner

Criteria for Completion: Depending on your state requirements you will be asked to complete either: An affirmation that you have completed the educational activity  or a mandatory test (a passing score of 70 percent is required). Test questions link content to learning objectives as a method to enhance individualized learning and material retention. Scores of less than 70% indicate a failure to understand the material and the test will need to be taken again until a passing score has been achieved.

Personnel Disclosure:

Financial – Diane M. Heislein is employed by Sargent College and receives a salary. She receives payment from Colibri Healthcare, LLC for the presentation of this course.

Nonfinancial - no relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.

No relevant conflicts of interest exist for any member of the activity planning committee.

Content Disclosure: This course does not focus solely on any specific product or service

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.