Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Secrets- Module 10: The SI Joint/Hip and Pelvis

Course overview

This course is derived from the textbook by Jeffrey Placzek, MD, PT and David Boyce, PT, EdD, OCS. This textbook is part of the popular Secrets series. It presents physical therapy concepts and then introduces different healing modalities, specialties and orthopedic procedures typically prescribed for common injuries such as shoulders and extremities. Common diseases are included as well as more innovative diagnostic tools for physical therapists such as radiology. The text features concise information that includes tips, and memory “secrets”. Bulleted lists, algorithms and illustrations provide a quick review of the specific topics discussed. The information is interesting, entirely evidence-based, outcome based and up-to-date. Module 10: The SI Joint/Hip and Pelvis- covers chapter 62 through 67. Chapter 62: Functional Anatomy of the Sacroiliac Joint Chapter 63: Sacroiliac Dysfunction Chapter 64: Functional Anatomy of the Hip and Pelvis Chapter 65: Common Orthopedic Hip Dysfunction Chapter 66: Fractures and Dislocations of the Hip and Pelvis Chapter 67: Total Hip Arthroplasty 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.List the osseous structures of the pelvic ring, how the SI joint is classified and the function of the SI joint 2.Identify the mechanisms of stability in the sacroiliac joint in terms of form and force closure, identify the specific muscles responsible 3.List the neurologic structures emerging from the sacrum and their innervations to the pelvic region and lower limbs 4.Understand the functional differences between the male and female pelvis 5.Recognize the age-related changes in the sacroiliac joint 6.Identify the standard views for radiographic evaluation of the sacroiliac joint and discuss the anatomic structures that are best visualized in each image 7.Identify how pelvic girdle disorders are classified from an impairment-based model 8.Understand the process of utilizing assessment of anatomic symmetry and pain provocation in evaluating the SI joint 9.Recognize the methods and benefits of using injections to diagnose the SI joint as a cause of low back pain 10.Understand the osteopathic classifications of SI dysfunction and what clinical signs are associated with each 11.Identify the common medical conditions that affect the SI joint 12.List the ligaments that contribute to the stability of the hip 13.Understand the arthrokinematics of the hip joint 14.Recognize the changes that occur to the hip musculature following an above-knee amputation 15.List the classifications of muscle strains and explain how gluteus medius strains occur and describe the clinical treatment 16.Understand how hamstring length is assessed 17.Identify a hip pointer including clinical findings, diagnostic tests and treatment 18.Understand the Garden classification system of femoral neck fractures and the subsequent treatment options 19.Recognize the Evans classification of intertrochanteric hip fractures and the subsequent treatment options 20.List and understand the mortality and morbidity rates associated with hip fractures 21.Define Morel-Lavale lesion 22.Identify the presenting symptoms of a patient with a hip dislocation and the associated complications 23.List and understand the total hip precautions 24.List and differentiate between the different types of surgical approaches used for hip arthroplasty and how they impact rehabilitation 25.List other typical complications associated with total hip arthroplasty Criteria for Obtaining Continuing Education Credits: A score of 70% or greater on the post-test