By presenting the latest research regarding aquatic therapy for individuals with osteoarthritis and/ or total joint replacement, this course aims to assist the clinician in utilizing the unique properties of water to improve their patient’s outcomes. Clinical applications discussed include; aquatic interventions and exercise progressions to improve range of motion, gait, and balance. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and athletic training and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA and AT.

This series will cover the indications for imaging and the interpretation of imaging results into the primary care physical therapy as well as daily decision making by physical therapists for those persons presenting with apparent neck and back pain clinical syndromes. The sessions will provide the essential information of physical therapist practice relating to imaging both present and in the future.

These two 2-hour sessions will cover the indications for imaging and the interpretation of imaging results into the primary care physical therapy as well as daily decision making by physical therapists for those persons presenting with apparent neck and back pain clinical syndromes. The sessions will provide the essential information of physical therapist practice relating to imaging both present and in the future.

These two 2-hour sessions will cover the indications for imaging and the interpretation of imaging results into the primary care physical therapy as well as daily decision making by physical therapists for those persons presenting with apparent neck and back pain clinical syndromes. The sessions will provide the essential information of physical therapist practice relating to imaging both present and in the future.

This course will educate the participant on the application of Pilates principles and concepts within an orthopedic population. Focusing on proper foundation for movement and balanced muscle activation patterns allows for patient success with both physical therapy and home exercises

This course will provide the participant with a framework for treating balance impairments in the home using items available in the home and technology. Use of household items and inexpensive smartphone applications offers clinicians the opportunity to provide effective and progressive home programs without cost-prohibitive barriers that purchasing "treatment" equipment poses.

Persistent pain conditions are seen in all settings where clinicians practice. Knowing the mechanisms of persistent pain and centralized sensitization are an important step in formulating a plan of care for patients. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA and AT.

The goal of this course is to provide evidence based recommendations, relating to common hip and groin injuries that share common presentations and symptoms. The course will provide attendees with recommendations regarding evaluation, diagnostic techniques, surgical and non-surgical treatments, and return to activity recommendations for related hip/groin injuries. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and athletic training and therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA and AT.

This session is designed for physical therapy professionals and ATs who wish to deepen their knowledge of the pregnant and postpartum athlete. Attendees learn maternal and fetal physiology as well as the indications, contraindications, and precautions for all types of exercise in the female athlete population.This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and athletic training and therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA and AT.

This discussion will provide an evidence-based update on the therapeutic and scientific effects of common myofascial interventions such as roller massage and instrument assisted soft-tissue mobilization. The latest evidence behind the intervention and the potential therapeutic effects will be discussed along with suggested best practice standards. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and athletic training and therefore appropriate for the PT, PTA and AT.