Course Code: REL-RTS-0-NPPTE
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Outline the risk factors and steps required for screening for arterial insufficiency, fracture, and upper cervical instability.
Outline the steps to perform clinical tests for neck pain and interpret the results.
Use clinical guidelines to classify patients with neck pain.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Clinical Presentation
Why It Matters
Clinical Practice Guidelines
Common Musculoskeletal Conditions
Review
Risk Factors
Use of Imaging
Prognosis
Summary
Section 3: Screening and Self-Report Measures
Medical Screen
Clinical Example
Screening Tests
Review
Patient-Report Outcome Measures
Assessing Psychosocial Factors
Case Example
Summary
Section 4: Physical Examination
Postural Assessment
Central Nervous System Exam
Physical Impairment Measures
Peripheral Nervous System Exam
Balance
Classification Systems
Case Example
Summary
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
ReferencesSubject Matter Expert: Brian Merck, MPT.
Brian holds a Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in Exercise and Sports Science and a Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from Western Carolina University. He has more than 20 years of experience working as a physical therapist across the Healthcare spectrum including outpatient, SNF, acute care and home health settings. Brian enjoys utilizing his years of experience and clinical knowledge to not only update and expand research for therapists but also to improve the quality of services provided.
Writer: Wendy Phillips, PT, BSPT
Wendy holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Florida State University in Biology, as well as a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy from Florida A&M University. She has more than 25 years of experience working as a Physical Therapist in multiple care settings, including acute care, inpatient rehab, independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and outpatient orthopedics. Wendy has a strong manual therapy background and has completed additional training in McConnell taping, geriatric care, McKenzie MDT, Maitland Mobilizations for the joints and spine. She is most passionate about using her manual skills to improve mobility and reduce pain in individuals of all ages. As a Lead Physical Therapy writer for Relias, Wendy enjoys being able to combine her clinical knowledge with her interest in research and staying up-to-date with changes and advances in the field of rehabilitation.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Physical Therapist; in the following settings: Rehabilitation Settings.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.