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Orthopedic Physical Therapy Secrets- Module 10: The SI Joint/Hip and Pelvis

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Objectives

At the completion of this course, participants should be able to:
1.Name the osseous structures of the pelvic ring, how the SI joint is classified and the function of the SI joint
2.Describe the mechanisms of stability in the sacroiliac joint in terms of form and force closure, identify the specific muscles responsible
3.List the neurologic structures emerging from the sacrum and their innervations to the pelvic region and lower limbs
4.Describe the functional differences between the male and female pelvis
5.Describe the age-related changes in the sacroiliac joint
6.Explain the standard views for radiographic evaluation of the sacroiliac joint and discuss the anatomic structures that are best visualized in each image
7.Describe how pelvic girdle disorders are classified from an impairment-based model
8.Explain the process of utilizing assessment of anatomic symmetry and pain provocation in evaluating the SI joint
9.Discuss the methods and benefits of using injections to diagnose the SI joint as a cause of low back pain
10.Explain the osteopathic classifications of SI dysfunction and what clinical signs are associated with each
11.Describe the common medical conditions that affect the SI joint
12.List the ligaments that contribute to the stability of the hip
13.Describe the arthrokinematics of the hip joint
14.Explain the changes that occur to the hip musculature following an above-knee amputation
15.List the classifications of muscle strains and explain how gluteus medius strains occur and describe the clinical treatment
16.Explain how hamstring length is assessed
17.Describe a hip pointer including clinical findings, diagnostic tests and treatment
18.Describe the Garden classification system of femoral neck fractures and the subsequent treatment options
19.Describe the Evans classification of intertrochanteric hip fractures and the subsequent treatment options
20.List and understand the mortality and morbidity rates associated with hip fractures
21.Define Morel-Lavale lesion
22.Name the presenting symptoms of a patient with a hip dislocation and the associated complications
23.List and understand the total hip precautions
24.List and differentiate between the different types of surgical approaches used for hip arthroplasty and how they impact rehabilitation
25.List other typical complications associated with total hip arthroplasty

Target Audience

Physical Therapists and Physical Therapy Assistants

Confirmation Notes

Methods of Instruction: Online course available via internet
Educational Level:Intermediate
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Description

This course is derived from the textbook by Jeffrey Placzek, MD, PT and David Boyce, PT, EdD, OCS, ©2006. This textbook is part of the popular Secrets series. It presents physical therapy concepts and then introduces different healing modalities, specialties and orthopedic procedures typically prescribed for common injuries such as shoulders and extremities. Common diseases are included as well as more innovative diagnostic tools for physical therapists such as radiology. The text features concise information that includes tips, and memory “secrets”. Bulleted lists, algorithms and illustrations provide a quick review of the specific topics discussed. The information is interesting, entirely evidence-based, outcome based and up-to-date.
Module 10: The SI Joint/Hip and Pelvis- covers chapter 62 through 67.
Chapter 62: Functional Anatomy of the Sacroiliac Joint
Chapter 63: Sacroiliac Dysfunction
Chapter 64: Functional Anatomy of the Hip and Pelvis
Chapter 65: Common Orthopedic Hip Dysfunction
Chapter 66: Fractures and Dislocations of the Hip and Pelvis
Chapter 67: Total Hip Arthroplasty

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