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It is with deep sadness NOD announce the passing of Cliff Fowler, founding father, friend, mentor, educator and innovator. Read personal stories and tributes to Cliff and his tremendous contributions to orthopaedic physiotherapy practice in Canada. Read Now
Due to the impact of Covid-19 on our courses, the Education Committee has agreed to extend the time frame for candidates to meet the requirements of the Advanced Exam. Until further notice, candidates now have 7 years after completion of their Level 4 to complete the Advanced Exam (Practical, MCQ and Case History).
Advanced Integrated Musculoskeletal (AIM) Education Program Strategic Planning Initiative Strategic planning is a very important process for an organization to identify its mission, values, leadership and direction that ensures future sustainability and stability. The AIM education program is internationally accredited and recognized. To ensure excellence, a strategic plan establishes the Strengths and Weaknesses, along with…
An additional Advanced Practical Exam will be offered in the Spring of 2022. The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in Level 5 courses being cancelled in 2020 and offered later in 2021. READ MORE Un examen pratique avancé supplémentaire sera offert au printemps 2022. La pandémie de COVID-19 a entraîné l’annulation des cours de niveau 5 en 2020…
“It was such an honour to nominate Rolly Lavallee for the prestigious honour of the Golden Hands Award. I am joined by Ev Lightly, Carol Kennedy, Laurie Urban, Murray Macutcheon Terry Woodard in nominating Rolly. Mention must be made of Jill Robertson who started the process suggesting Rolly would be a good candidate. I will…
Intermediate Practical Exams Spring 2021 The exam will be held on the following dates; Vancouver: April 17-18, 2021 Alberta: April 24-25 & May 15-16, 2021 (depending on enrollment) Saskatchewan: April 24-25, 2021 Manitoba: May 15-16, 2021 Montreal: April 24-25, 2021 (French & English candidates) Ontario: April 24-25 & May 15-16, 2021 (depending on enrollment) Atlantic…
The purpose of the Orthopaedic Division Lynn Chapman Mentorship Award aims to recognize physiotherapists who, through their inspiration and support, are actively engaged in the mentorship of other physiotherapists and have made outstanding and special contributions to orthopaedic manual physiotherapy. View the 2021 Winners
The National Executive is looking for four positions to be filled at this year’s National Orthopaedic Division Annual General Meeting via Zoom on Wednesday June 2nd from 7-9pm EST. Roles to be filled: Special Projects Chair Knowledge Translation Chair Treasurer Junior Resource Chair Interested Candidates, please read the positions that are available and the associated…
Vol34 No 6 – ACL Rehabilitation This edition of the ODCU provides insight and updates to further inform our management of ACL injuries. READ NOW
Vol34 No 5 – Tendinopathy This clinical update includes current concepts and guidelines regarding the diagnosis and management of tendinopathies. READ NOW
Vol34 No 1 – COVID-19 REHABILITATION In this edition of the ODCU, we evaluated the latest research on the physical implications and rehabilitation from a COVID-19 infection. READ NOW
Vol34 No 4 – Mechanisms of Manual Therapy As our profession evolves and new evidence emerges, we must continue to re-evaluate our clinical reasoning and decision-making to align with what we are learning from the body of evidence. READ NOW
Vol34 No 3 – Pelvic Girdle Pain This clinical update includes current concepts and guidelines regarding the diagnosis and management of pelvic girdle pain (PGP). READ NOW
Vol34 No 2 – Total Knee Replacement (TKR) In a follow-up to our most recent webinar, we are evaluating the research on best practices following Total Knee Arthroplasty. READ NOW
This is a reminder that the components of the Advanced Exam may be completed in any order, given fulfillment of all requirements. There are two Advanced Practical Exams being offered in 2021 – Spring and Fall. The Written (MCQ/Case History) will be offered in September 2021. This arrangement allows for the opportunity to proceed with…
DON’T WAIT! Early Bird Orthopaedic Division and CAMPT members pay only $175 until March 17, 2021! Join us on May 1-2, 2021 as the Orthopaedic Division and CAMPT present a jam-packed 2-day event that will showcase an amazing line up of local and international keynote speakers, invited speakers and abstract presentations. There will be live content…