Webinar
Instructional Level: Beginner

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Course Outline:

Hour 1-2

  • Anatomy and physiology of the wrist complex, demo of ROM, MMT
  • Cover conditions of the wrist complex that a therapist would most likely see; includes topics of causes, treatment, evaluation, current research and demos for wrist fracture, carpal tunnel syndrome (conservative and surgical interventions), thoracic outlet syndrome, flexor and extensor tendon repair.

Hour 3-4

  • Anatomy and physiology of the hand complex, demo of ROM, MMT, and landmarks of the land.
  • Cover conditions of the wrist complex that a therapist would most likely see; includes topics of causes, treatment, evaluation, current research and demos for radial, median and ulnar nerve, scaphoid fractures, SLL tear, TFCC tear, RCL and UCL tears, Boxer’s fracture, and Trigger Finger.

Author

Cynthia Diaz, OT

Upper Extremity Evaluation and Treatment: Wrist and Hand - Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025, 4:00pm-8:00pm ET

Upper Extremity Evaluation and Treatment: Wrist and Hand - Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025, 4:00pm-8:00pm ET

4 Hours Instructional Level: Beginner
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Description:

Even for seasoned healthcare professional there is an abundance to learn about the upper extremities. Having a foundation for anatomy, physiology, evaluation, treatment, problem solving, home exercise program, and precautions is essential for thorough and great care for our patients. Different universities may focus on one sector of a health care profession’s domains more than others leaving the healthcare professional feeling underprepared in the orthopedic sector. Experienced professionals that have been practicing longer in a different field seeking to transition into the orthopedic sphere may have a sense of "Where do I begin?".

This course is designed to give a thorough review of anatomy and physiology of the wrist and hand. Along with learning the anatomy, goniometry and manual muscle testing will be covered. The most common diagnoses affecting the upper extremities will then be studied in detail, taking you from causes, evaluation, treatment, home exercise program recommendations, and precautions. The goal for this course is for the healthcare professional to be able to evaluate their patient and treat them so they get the most optimal functional outcome and are able to return to their valued activities while being properly educated and protected by their advocate and therapist. Current research in terms of recent conservative and surgical techniques are also discussed to provide the therapist with understanding of most up to date findings.

Full Course Description
Even for seasoned healthcare professional there is an abundance to learn about the upper extremities. Having a foundation for anatomy, physiology, evaluation, treatment, problem solving, home exercise program, and precautions is essential for thorough and great care for our patients. Different universities may focus on one sector of a health care profession’s domains more than others leaving the healthcare professional feeling underprepared in the orthopedic sector. Experienced professionals that have been practicing longer in a...

Goals & Objectives:

Course Goals:

This course is intended to instruct the professional on evaluating their patient and treat them so they get the most optimal functional outcome and are able to return to their valued activities while being properly educated and protected by their advocate and therapist.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Identify Anatomy and physiology of the wrist complex as well as proper technique of Manual Muscle Testing (MMT) and positioning of the goniometer for Range of Motion (ROM).
  • Recognize causes/risk factors, evaluation methods, treatment techniques, precautions and current research for the following conditions of the wrist complex: wrist fracture, carpal tunnel syndrome (conservative and surgical interventions), thoracic outlet syndrome, flexor and extensor tendon repair.
  • Identify the Anatomy and Physiology of the hand complex including identifying landmarks of the hand, proper technique of Manual Muscle Testing (MMT) and positioning of the goniometer for Range of Motion (ROM). 
  • Recognize causes/risk factors, evaluation methods, treatment techniques, precautions and current research for the following conditions of the hand complex: nerve injuries (including classification) for radial, median and ulnar nerve, scaphoid fractures, SLL tear, TFCC tear, RCL and UCL tears, Boxer’s fracture, and Trigger Finger.

 

Goals & Objectives:

Course Goals:

This course is intended to instruct the professional on evaluating their patient and treat them so they get the most optimal functional outcome and are able to return to their valued activities while being properly educated and protected by their advocate and therapist.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Identify Anatomy and physiology of the wrist complex as well as proper technique of Manual Muscle Testing (MMT) and positioning of the goniometer for Range of Motion (ROM).
  • Recognize causes/risk factors, evaluation methods, treatment techniques, precautions and current research for the following conditions of the wrist complex: wrist fracture, carpal tunnel syndrome (conservative and surgical interventions), thoracic outlet syndrome, flexor and extensor tendon repair.
  • Identify the Anatomy and Physiology of the hand complex including identifying landmarks of the hand, proper technique of Manual Muscle Testing (MMT) and positioning of the goniometer for Range of Motion (ROM). 
  • Recognize causes/risk factors, evaluation methods, treatment techniques, precautions and current research for the following conditions of the hand complex: nerve injuries (including classification) for radial, median and ulnar nerve, scaphoid fractures, SLL tear, TFCC tear, RCL and UCL tears, Boxer’s fracture, and Trigger Finger.

 

Disclosures:

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

Contact Hours
Upon sucessful completion of this course, you will be awarded the following contact hours (based on profession):
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.


AOTA logoColibri Healthcare, LLC is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. AOTA Provider #9118. This distance learning-interactive course is offered at 0.4 CEUs/Contact Hours noted above to Occupational Therapists and OTAs. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA or indicate AOTA approval of a certification or other professional recognition.

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):
Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy

Contact Hours
Upon sucessful completion of this course, you will be awarded the following contact hours (based on profession):
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.


AOTA logoColibri Healthcare, LLC is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. AOTA Provider #9118. This distance learning-interactive course is offered at 0.4 CEUs/Contact Hours noted above to Occupational Therapists and OTAs. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA or indicate AOTA approval of a certification or other professional recognition.

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.