Description
This course presents an anatomical and biomechanical basis for various rehabilitation programs and strategies used in elbow rehabilitation. The lecture begins with a review of the anatomy of the elbow, including osseous structures, ligaments, muscles and other structures. The professor then discusses how to treat a variety of conditions, including fractures, tendonitis and epicondylitis, contracture, neurological disorders and more. This is a comprehensive program on elbow management — a course you won't want to miss.
This presentation was originally produced by Exploring Hand Therapy.
Continuing education credits
This course is acceptable for credit in most states for PTs and PTAs. To see the full list of courses approved for continuing education in your state, visit our courses page and filter for "Physical Therapist" or "Physical Therapist Assistant" and your state of licensure.
Note: Post-test must be passed with a score of 80% or more in order to receive certificate of completion.
Goals & Objectives:
At the completion of this lecture, the learner will be able to:
- Identify important anatomy of the elbow.
- Recognize biomechanics of the elbow.
- Determine appropriate treatment interventions for contracture management.
- Recognize the signs and symptoms of medial and lateral epicondylitis.
- Distinguish neurological conditions from other pathologies.
Disclosure
The professor of this course has NOT endorsed or received any compensation from the manufacturers or distributors of any of the materials discussed in this presentation.
Financial: Mr. Bonzani is an assistant professor in the Department of Occupational Therapy at the University of New Hampshire, covering the anatomy and neurophysiology of the elbow, wrist and hand. He also works as a per diem therapist for the outpatient occupational therapy program at Concord Hospital in Concord, NH. He receives compensation from EDUCATA and Exploring Hand Therapy as the professor of this course.
Nonfinancial: Mr. Bonzani has written articles and presented on wrist assessment, hand and wrist rehabilitation, ulnar nerve compression, cumulative trauma disorders, pain management, and splinting.
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