What You Need to Know: Orthopedic Reasoning/Pathology/Rehab- Module 8: Hip & Thigh/Nerves

Course overview

This course utilizes the text: Orthopedic Clinical Advisor by Derrick Sueki, PT, DPT, GCPT, OCS and Jacklyn Brechter, PhD, PT. This course will help you access the information you need to confidently handle multiple orthopedic conditions. Essential clinical reference information provides up-to-date diagnostic and therapeutic information on common conditions in a bulleted, quick-reference format ideal for both students and practitioners. Content is written entirely by orthopedic therapists and is logically organized to promote accurate, efficient differential diagnosis and intervention. Module 8: Hip & Thigh/Nerves covers: Chapter 11b: Orthopedic Reasoning- Hip and Thigh Chapter 10c: Orthopedic Pathology- Hip and Thigh Chapter 15b: Orthopedic Reasoning- Nerve Chapter 7d: Rehab & Common Questions- Nerve Diagnoses covered are: Adductor Tendinopathy Avascular Necrosis Femoral Stress Fracture Greater Trochanteric Bursitis Hamstring Strain and Tendinopathy Hernias Hip Flexor and Adductor Muscle Strain Illiotibial Band Friction Syndrome Ischiogluteal Bursitis Labral Tears Osteitis Pubis Osteoarthritis of the Hip Piriformis Syndrome Posterior Thigh Compartment Syndrome Pubic Ramus Stress Fracture Quadriceps Contusion Quadriceps Strain Snapping Hip Syndrome Methods of Instruction: Online course available via internet Target Audience: Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapist Assistants and Athletic Trainers Educational Level: Intermediate Prerequisites: None Course Goals and Objectives: At the completion of this course, participants should be able to: 1.Recognize the prevalence of hip fractures 2.Differentiate between hip and thigh symptom descriptors 3.Recognize hip and thigh functional and activity participation limitations 4.Identify the differential diagnoses for Avascular Necrosis 5.Recognize the common signs and symptoms for Femoral Stress Fracture 6.Recognize the epidemiology and demographics for Greater Trochanteric Bursitis 7.Differentiate between the mechanisms of injury for Hernias 8.Recognize the physical examination findings for Illiotibial Band Friction Syndrome 9.Identify the surgical outcomes for Labral Tears 10.Recognize the physical examination findings for Osteoarthritis of the Hip 11.Identify the differential diagnoses for a Pubic Ramus Stress Fracture 12.Identify the contributing factors for Snapping Hip Syndrome 13.Recognize the prevalence of nerve pathologies 14.Identify the referral of symptoms for peripheral nerves 15.Recognize the role acuteness or chronicity plays in rehabilitating a patient with nerve pain Criteria for Obtaining Continuing Education Credits: A score of 70% or greater on the post-test