Course description

A 2 day workshop covering the evidence-based assessment and management of individuals with elbow disorders and dysfunction. The Elbow course is designed to enhance the participant’s knowledge and skills in the evidence-based management of individuals with elbow disorders and dysfunction. The course focuses on clinical reasoning via case presentations and hands-on skill development necessary to effectively perform a comprehensive elbow evaluation with an understanding of how the elbow is of vital importance in upper limb function. Participants will learn and receive hands-on practice of evidence-based treatments including assessment techniques, strength progression and exercises to improve stability and range.

Objectives

At the end of this course students will be able to:

• Locate and discuss appropriate elbow anatomy and pathology,
• Perform a comprehensive elbow evaluation to determine the cause of dysfunction
• Select appropriate special tests to evaluate the elbow complex
• Discuss evidence-based treatments for conservative care of a variety of elbow conditions, including: tennis elbow, management of the post-traumatic elbow, including prevention of stiffness, osteoarthritis & ulnar nerve entrapmentUnderstand the precautions and rehab guidance post-surgery i.e. distal biceps rupture, ligament reconstruction

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