Course Code: REL-RTS-0-ECIHK
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2027
Learning Objectives:
Identify at least three common impairments of the hip and knee joints related to biomechanics.
Identify three standardized assessments and evaluation techniques for the hip and knee.
Outline:
Section 1: Common Hip Conditions
Anatomy
Hip Conditions
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Milena’s Hip Evaluation
Observation
Palpation, ROM, Strength, and Special Tests
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Common Knee Conditions
Anatomy
Common Conditions
Medial and Lateral Knee Pain
Red Flag Conditions
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Jim’s Knee Evaluation
Observation
Functional Assessment
Palpation, ROM, Strength
Review
Special Tests
Key Takeaways
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Subject Matter Expert: 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.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Basic level 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.