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Disorders of the Shoulder: Update on Evaluation and Management
April 24-25, 2010
Valley Forge, PA
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This 2-day course is designed to provide participants with the latest evidence for the evaluation, surgical management, and rehabilitation of shoulder disorders from the perspectives of an orthopaedic surgeon and physical therapist who specialize in the treatment of the shoulder. This comprehensive program will feature an integrated format of lecture, lab, video, case studies, and open discussion. There will be both a pre-test and a post-test on the material presented. (click here for brochure)
COURSE APPROVAL:
Pennsylvania State Board of Physical Therapy (# PTCE000686): 14 credit hours (10 DA, 4 general)
New Jersey Board Physical Therapy Examiner (#632-2009): 14 credit hours (Resubmitted for 2010)
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Gain a working knowledge of the functional anatomy of the shoulder and how it relates to shoulder pathology.
- Recognize the pathomechanics of various shoulder disorders and prognosis for rehabilitation.
- Conduct a complete evaluation of the shoulder, interpret radiology reports and images, and document treatment outcomes.
- Design and implement an appropriate rehabilitation program based on the latest clinical and scientific information.
About the Instructors: David L. Glaser, MD Dr. Glaser is an Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery and Director of the Shoulder and Elbow Service at the Penn Orthopaedc Institute at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA. He has published several peer-reviewed research articles, book chapters, and review articles. He is also a memeber of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons.
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Brian G. Leggin, PT, DPT, OCS Brian is currently an Advanced Clinician II for Penn Therapy and Fitness, Good Shepherd Penn Partners, at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center. He has been working with the physicians and surgeons of the Shoulder and Elbow Service of the University of Pennsylvania and Rothman Institute. He has published numerous peer-reviewed journal articles in journals such as Physical Therapy, Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, and Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy. Brian has also contributed numerous book chapters and has given several professional and scientific presentations at local, state, national, and international conferences. He is an active member and past-president of the American Society of Shoulder and Elbow Therapists and a member of the executive board of the International Congress of Shoulder Therapy.
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Location: Homewood Suites Valley Forge 681 Shannondell Blvd. Audubon, PA 19403 Rooms have been reserved at a conference rate until 4 weeks prior to the course: Studio = $109 / night 1 Bedroom Suite = $139 / night Hotel Registration: 610-539-7300 |
For more information or questions about this course please contact us at: phone: (484) 685-3123 email: info@eliterehabsolutions.com |