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Differential Diagnosis for Musculoskeletal Assessment of the Spine

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Format(s):   Home-study
Discipline(s):   Physical Therapy
Contact Hours:   7
Registration Fee:   $197


Objectives
Course Goals: This course is intended to instruct the professional on performing spinal assessment techniques in the cervical, thoracic, lumbar, and sacroiliac regions of the spine.Professional Objectives:At the end of this course the professional will be able to: Appropriately select musculoskeletal assessment techniques for the spine. Appropriately perform musculoskeletal assessment techniques for the spine. Identify the patients that should be treated, referred to an appropriate provider, or treated and referred after initial examination based on the screening and assessment techniques. Carry out an effective treatment plan based on the assessment techniques taught for spinal pathologies.

Description
The human spine includes pain referral patterns from nearly every system in the body. Determining appropriate treatment interventions and the appropriate patients to refer to another healthcare provider can be an intimidating undertaking for clinicians.This course uses the best evidence for performing spinal assessment techniques in the cervical, thoracic, lumbar, and sacroiliac regions to differentiate potential musculoskeletal diagnosis from non-musculoskeletal diagnosis so that the participant can become more efficient while improving their standard of care. Treatment interventions are discussed to achieve the highest possible rehabilitation outcomes for patients. This Seminar-On-Demand is 7 contact hours in length (check your state's approval status in the state specific course catalog for your profession).

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