PAIN MANAGEMENT: NECK PAIN -- PHYSICAL AND OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

Course overview

Neck pain is a common health complaint, with a prevalence of 15% in the United States. Multiple physical and occupational therapy interventions for acute, subacute, and chronic neck pain have been investigated. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of the effect of physical and occupational therapy for neck pain, including its clinical presentation, symptoms, and treatment, and to aid in caring for the patient with this diagnosis. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.