Details
Course Dates:
Saturday February 1st
12:00pm – 4:00pm EST
Sunday February 2nd
12:00pm – 4:00pm EST
Course Cost (+HST):
$160 (CAMPT Member)
$175 (OD Member)
$200 (Non-Member)
Course Description:
Many patients with orthopedic disorders have had some form of diagnostic imaging, yet they routinely have limited knowledge of how their diagnostic imaging results relate to their current problem. What should physical therapists know about diagnostic imaging (i.e., plain film radiography, magnetic resonance imaging, bone scans, diagnostic ultrasound, and computed tomography) to facilitate appropriate patient education and management, as well direct radiologist referral to maximize outcomes? This exciting interactive course will provide physical therapists with a thorough understanding of diagnostic imaging principles that can be immediately integrated into their clinical practice. The course will begin with a discussion of the importance of a thorough knowledge of diagnostic imaging in rehabilitation. The basic principles of the various imaging modalities will be reviewed with an emphasis on clinical application. The indications and diagnostic utility for different imaging procedures for the spine and extremities will be described. Through the use of patient case examples, the evidence for the appropriate use of diagnostic imaging will be provided, as well as how to place imaged pathology into the appropriate clinical context to assist with the evidence-based evaluation and management of the patient. The major thrust of the course will be on musculoskeletal imaging with an emphasis on normal radiographic anatomy and systematic analysis of the pathological consequences of trauma and disease. An emphasis of this course will also be on clinical decision-making principles in an outpatient, direct access physical therapy setting to facilitate direct radiology referral. However, the principles presented will be applicable to any clinical setting.
Course Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
Provide the evidence to support the acquisition of diagnostic imaging, including an explanation of radiographic clinical decision rules for orthopedic pathology related to the spine and extremities.
Describe the diagnostic utility and common orthopedic pathologies seen on different diagnostic imaging modalities.
Describe a systematic approach to the analysis of plain film radiography, magnetic resonance imaging, bone scans, and computed tomography.
Place diagnostic imaging results into an evidence-based approach for the evaluation and management of patients with orthopedic disorders related to the spine and extremities.
Effectively educate patients and clients regarding their diagnostic imaging results.
Appropriately communicate with other medical professionals using the language of diagnostic imaging.
Registration Deadline: Saturday, January 11th, 2025
Pre-readings to be released 1 week prior to start of course.
