Osteoarthritis: Non-Surgical Options vs. Joint Replacement (Barnett - Online)

Course overview

Baby boomers and our active aging population are demanding alternatives to opioid and corticosteroids. 600,000 knee replacements are performed every year and continue to rise. Complications are real with over 25% of patients are still suffering from pain after the surgery. Progressive and practical non-surgical options should be the standard of care. Policy makers are requiring more non-surgical interventions to be performed before surgery. Learn how to add life to your patients years, not years to life. This workshop will educate clinicians on use of CBD products, stem cell/regenerative injections, and rehabilitation options. Discussion about use of blood flow restriction (BFR) for strengthening will be included. Demonstrations of pain-relieving kinesiology taping techniques for knee and shoulder will be taught. Learn via demonstrations of simple and effective taping techniques. Immediately offering hope to your patients for non-surgical options and teach patients how to self-tape for pain reduction and improved functional activities.