Course Code: REL-RTS-0-CSCSPOA
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Identify risk factors, signs, and symptoms of at least three red flag conditions affecting the cervical spine.
Outline the steps of the upper quarter screen.
Differentiate between referred pain from cervical spine structures and radicular pain.
Identify at least two screening tools for psychological distress or negative coping behavior.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Case Presentation
Mr. Marks
History of Present Condition
Differential Diagnosis
Red Flags
Self-Report Outcome Measures
Other Considerations
Summary
Section 3: Physical Exam
Comprehensive Exam
Inspection / Postural Assessment
Dermatomes Myotomes and Reflex Testing
Balance Assessment
Vestibular Special Tests
Range of Motion
Cervical Special Tests
Review
Summary
Section 4: Treatment Considerations
Treatment Strategies
Joint Mobilization
Other Manual Therapy Interventions
Review
Summary
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Writer: Nicole Fogarty, PT, DPT
Nicole Fogarty holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Northeastern University. She has experience treating patients with cardiopulmonary, orthopedic, and neurological impairments in the inpatient setting. She also has experience in outpatient orthopedics. She has additional training in medical screening, lumbopelvic examination and treatment, and treatment of patients with cardiopulmonary diseases. Nicole enjoys using her clinical experience and interest in current rehabilitation research as a Physical Therapy writer for Relias.
Subject Matter Expert: William Fogarty PT, DPT, cert. MDT
William earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Northeastern University. He is certified in the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy and enjoys treating patients with spinal and extremity orthopedic conditions in the outpatient setting. He is also experienced in providing rehabilitation for balance/vestibular problems and telehealth physical therapy to patients with chronic pain and post-operative impairments.
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.