Orthopedics CEU Courses for PTs

We all have fear, it is pervasive. In this course, we learn about how to recognize, treat, and prevent the secondary complications of fear – with an evidence-based approach.

Part one of this series will cover Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes (EDS) which are a group of genetic conditions that affect the body’s connective tissue. This discussion provides the current research evidence on EDS classification, diagnosis, sequela, clinical presentation, and physical therapy management.

In 2023, it is no longer adequate to treat people’s bodies solely. This course introduces learners to some behavioral health concepts, including methods for screening, integrating behavioral health management into care, and understanding the impact of behavioral health concerns on physical health.

Based on the latest evidence of fracture healing and complications responsible for impaired healing, this course also includes the classification of fractures, stages of healing, and case studies.

Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders (HSD) are a group of connective tissue conditions (different than Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome) that cause joint hypermobility, instability, and pain. This discussion provides the current research evidence on HSD classification, sub-types, diagnosis, sequela, clinical presentation, and physical therapy management. This course is Part two of this series.

Learn the evidence and the application of mastering your soft skills to optimize the patient experience and patient engagement. Be ready to improve in every aspect of patient care from the interview, diagnosis, education, intervention, and home exercise prescription.

Differential diagnosis of myositis ossificans in children and young adults is important. This course includes the stages, pathology, physiology, symptomatology, and case studies on myositis ossificans and screening for red flags such as bone cancers.

This course covers the elements of triathlon races while considering the impact of the endurance event on the musculoskeletal system. The discussion provides rehab considerations when working with triathletes to help manage injury while allowing the athlete to continue training and participating in races.

Multidisciplinary intervention of individuals at risk of falls and post-fall is crucial to effective rehabilitation and prevention of future falls. This course identifies areas of collaboration and supportive information-sharing strategies between professions who commonly see individuals who fall and are likely to be injured due to a fall.

Multidisciplinary assessment of individuals at risk of falls is crucial in identifying functional and diagnostic factors. This course identifies areas of collaboration and supportive information-sharing strategies between professions who commonly see individuals who fall and are likely to be injured due to a fall.