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8:00 am - 5:00 pm 

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This course is designed to provide a basic understanding of diagnostic musculoskeletal imaging and its integration into physical therapy practice.  Indication, value and limitations of plain film radiography, magnetic resonance imaging, ultrasound and other types of imaging will be discussed.  A systematic approach to viewing radiographs and MRI will be introduced, including identification of anatomy of the spine and extremities.   Common orthopaedic pathologies will be highlighted.  Application of imaging to clinical decision-making will be emphasized.

 

• Define the roles of the Radiologist, Physician and Physical Therapist in requesting, interpreting, and applying results from imaging studies
• Recognize when diagnostic imaging is and is not indicated for appropriate patient care
• Discuss the value and limitations of various diagnostic imaging modalities
• Demonstrate the proper viewing of computerized imaging studies.
• Practice identifying pathological from normal images
• Plan physical therapy interventions using the results of imaging studies
• Utilize resources available to physical therapists to further improve skills

 

 Specific Course Objectives:

• Examine the value of diagnostic imaging
• Explain the difference between a medical and physical therapy diagnosis
• Understand the role of the radiologist in interpreting diagnostic images
• Understand the role of the physician in interpreting diagnostic images
• Understand the role of the physical therapist in interpreting diagnostic images
• Discuss when imaging studies are and are not appropriate
• Apply current clinical prediction rules regarding when diagnostic imaging is indicated for musculoskeletal conditions
• Understand the value of the various imaging studies in the diagnosis of musculoskeletal conditions
• Understand the limitations of the various imaging studies
• Read and understand written imaging reports
• Communicate effectively with physicians and others regarding imaging
• Understand computer based imaging media
• Apply the ABCs method of viewing radiographic films
• Apply the Signal Intensity method of viewing MRI films
• Identify radiographic fractures, dislocations, soft tissue injury, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, and other pathology
• Identify MRI …
• Integrate diagnostic imaging information in written initial and re-examinations
• Integrate diagnostic imaging information in planning and implementing physical therapy interventions
• Integrate diagnostic imaging information into patient education
• Access educational internet resources available to physical therapists to improve skills in utilizing imaging in practice

 

 

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Price $199 pp, or $179 pp for 3+ from same facility

 

 

 

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