The Cardiovascular System and Ancillary Tests for the Sports Therapist

Course overview

What cardiovascular conditions will you most likely encounter in the course of your practice? How are these diagnosed, monitored, and treated? What impact do they have on your athlete’s ability to play? Dr. Todd Arnold provides answers to these questions and more in this course on the cardiovascular system and ancillary tests relevant to the sports therapist. In this course, Dr. Arnold covers a range of cardiovascular conditions and follows this with an introduction to ancillary tests. The participant will analyze risk and return to play considerations for athletes with potentially life-threatening conditions, recognize and recommend appropriate ancillary tests, and evaluate examination data to provide the best care for their athletes. This course provides illustrative graphics, important supplemental materials, and direct application of your knowledge through a case study to assist you in improving outcomes for your athletes.