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Instructional Level: Intermediate

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Sarah R. (Sally) Stillings, MA, PT, MPT, CHT

Understanding Patellofemoral Disorders and Appropriate Rehabilitation Techniques

Understanding Patellofemoral Disorders and Appropriate Rehabilitation Techniques

2 Hours Instructional Level: Intermediate
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Description:

Course release date: 1/6/2025

Course Overview

Disorders of the patellofemoral joint are a frequent cause of anterior knee pain, and they can be difficult to diagnose and treat. This course provides healthcare professionals with the tools to improve outcomes for patients with these disorders. The course reviews normal and pathological anatomy and biomechanics of the patellofemoral joint, discusses how to complete a comprehensive evaluation for patients with potential patellofemoral disorders, provides a brief overview of current surgical interventions, and presents evidence-based treatment choices for this patient population.

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Course release date: 1/6/2025Course OverviewDisorders of the patellofemoral joint are a frequent cause of anterior knee pain, and they can be difficult to diagnose and treat. This course provides healthcare professionals with the tools to improve outcomes for patients with these disorders. The course reviews normal and pathological anatomy and biomechanics of the patellofemoral joint, discusses how to complete a comprehensive evaluation for patients with potential patellofemoral disorders, provides a brief overview of current surgical...

Goals & Objectives:

Course Overview

Disorders of the patellofemoral joint are a frequent cause of anterior knee pain, and they can be difficult to diagnose and treat. This course provides healthcare professionals with the tools to improve outcomes for patients with these disorders. The course reviews normal and pathological anatomy and biomechanics of the patellofemoral joint, discusses how to complete a comprehensive evaluation for patients with potential patellofemoral disorders, provides a brief overview of current surgical interventions, and presents evidence-based treatment choices for this patient population.

Learning Outcomes

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

  • Distinguish important anatomical features of the patellofemoral joint and surrounding areas
  • Classify different types of patellofemoral pathomechanics and describe how they may present in patients
  • Relate the attributes of patellofemoral pain syndrome, instability, chondral injuries, and osteoarthritis and differentiate between these diagnoses and other causes of anterior knee symptoms
  • Outline the components of a comprehensive evaluation for patients presenting with potential patellofemoral dysfunction
  • Analyze the chief elements of conservative management of patellofemoral disorders
  • Assess the most common surgical techniques for patients with patellofemoral disorders; recall when surgical intervention may be recommended
  • Analyze evidence-based intervention approaches for patellofemoral disorders and apply them in specific case scenarios

Goals & Objectives:

Course Overview

Disorders of the patellofemoral joint are a frequent cause of anterior knee pain, and they can be difficult to diagnose and treat. This course provides healthcare professionals with the tools to improve outcomes for patients with these disorders. The course reviews normal and pathological anatomy and biomechanics of the patellofemoral joint, discusses how to complete a comprehensive evaluation for patients with potential patellofemoral disorders, provides a brief overview of current surgical interventions, and presents evidence-based treatment choices for this patient population.

Learning Outcomes

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

  • Distinguish important anatomical features of the patellofemoral joint and surrounding areas
  • Classify different types of patellofemoral pathomechanics and describe how they may present in patients
  • Relate the attributes of patellofemoral pain syndrome, instability, chondral injuries, and osteoarthritis and differentiate between these diagnoses and other causes of anterior knee symptoms
  • Outline the components of a comprehensive evaluation for patients presenting with potential patellofemoral dysfunction
  • Analyze the chief elements of conservative management of patellofemoral disorders
  • Assess the most common surgical techniques for patients with patellofemoral disorders; recall when surgical intervention may be recommended
  • Analyze evidence-based intervention approaches for patellofemoral disorders and apply them in specific case scenarios

Disclosures:

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

Contact Hours
Upon sucessful completion of this course, you will be awarded the following contact hours (based on profession):
Athletic Training: 2
Physical Therapy: 2
Physician: 8

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, Physical Therapy

Contact Hours
Upon sucessful completion of this course, you will be awarded the following contact hours (based on profession):
Athletic Training: 2
Physical Therapy: 2
Physician: 8

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.