As a surgical treatment strategy for end-stage arthritis, total joint arthroplasty is a highly valuable option for millions of adults. There are drivers that are shifting the post-operative rehabilitation process to use of telehealth and non-skilled interventions. Physical therapy’s role as movement experts is vital to evaluate and anticipate flexibility, balance, coordination and strength to minimize future deficits. This course specifically highlights the treatment strategies beyond exercises in each level of care. We address evidence-based practice, recovery timing, and coordination deficits. We encourage clinicians to bring their own case questions to discuss and problem solve.
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Compare surgical strategies and medical management of arthritis through joint arthroplasty surgery.
- Appraise selection criteria and rationale for patients in inpatient and outpatient surgery locations.
- Analyze factors leading to functional deficits and contributing to potential problems with balance, coordination and falls.
- Defend treatment strategies to optimize physical performance and correct deficits.
- Develop treatment protocols for short term and long-term functional goals.
Surgical techniques in hip, knee and shoulder arthroplasty – .5 hours
Review of multimodal pain management strategies – .5 hours
Patient selection for Ambulatory surgery centers vs. hospital based including Medicare reimbursement – .25 hours
Review of published research in rehabilitation strategies –1 hour
Group case study discussions of challenging patients and treatment options – .75 hour
EDUCATIONAL CREDIT: A certificate of attendance for 3 contact hours of educational activity (20 CEUs or 2.0 CEUs depending on how your Practice Act determines CEUs in your state) will be awarded to registrants upon completion of the Live Webinar.
Great Seminars and Books is an Approved CE Provider for PTs and PTAs in OK, NY, IL, CA, TX, NM, and KY and this Live Webinar provides 3 contact hours of continuing education. Have applied for CEU Approval for PTs/PTAs in FL, NJ, LA, MD, and OH. This course meets the guidelines for approval in NC, TN, CT, ID, IO, KS, ME, MA, NH, NE, SC, SD. This course is accepted for CEUs in: AK, AL, AR, DE, GA, HA, IN, MI, MT, ND, OR, PA, RI, UT, VT, VA, WI, WY, WA.
Have applied for approval with AOTA. This course is not approved by ASHA or Board of Certification.
Any reference to or mention of state rules or regulations concerning continuing education requirements are true and accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of print. If you have questions, please contact your board or regulating body.
If you do not see your state listed, please give our office a call at 877 794 7328.
WEBINAR
A webinar is live, interactive video course delivered over the Internet to your computer. You will be able to see, hear and interact with the course presenter. This live, webinar will utilize live instruction, demonstrative videos, power point slides and more. You will have an opportunity to ask questions during the seminar. A comprehensive handout will be made available to you after you register for the webinar. In many co urses, demonstrative video will be used to further enhance your learning experience. All written content used in the presentation will also be made available to you for your personal use (Power Point Slides, Reference Materials etc.).
Financial Disclosure: Alisa Curry, PT, DPT, GTCCS, GCS, FSOAE, CSRS, is a lecturer for GREAT Seminars. She receives payment from GREAT Seminars for the presentation of this course.
Nonfinancial Disclosure: No relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.
Content Disclosure: This course does not focus solely on any specific product or service.
Platform for Webinar: We will use a ZOOM platform for conducting this webinar.
July 20, 2024 – 12:00pm-3:00pm EST
A post-test will be given at the end of the Webinar. A post-test score of 75% or more is considered passing. Scores of less than 70% indicate a failure to understand the material and the test will need to be taken again until a passing score has been achieved. You will receive a certificate of completion for 3 contact hours.