Treatment of Elbow Dysfunction and Injuries

With elbow injury and dysfunctions increasing through leisure and occupational injury incidents, there is a significantpublic health concern related to these conditions. Although typically associated with sports injury elbow dysfunction iscommon due to high repetition occupational tasks and activities dependent on repetitive fine motor functions (Lenior et al, 2019). This course will bridge the most up to date treatment strategies and recommendations emerging from research with next day application for immediate use inclinical settings. Moreover, through the application ofeffective and current treatment recommendations you will be better equipped to address your patients' functional deficits, document progress, and develop post-rehabilitation plans forcarry over to reduce the commonly experienced reoccurring nature of elbow dysfunctions.

This course will provide attendees with current and evidence-based treatment strategies for a variety of elbow injuries. Following this course, practitioners will be able to utilize treatment techniques next day in the clinic to enhance outcomes and return to function for their clients. Through avariety of live demo, videography, and case study examples attendees will develop the knowledge and skills to apply treatment techniques presented. As attendees return to theirclinical settings, they will be able to apply treatment and outcome measurement techniques to promote both functional gains and post-discharge carry-over for their clients with elbow dysfunction.

Highlights

• Apply evidence-based treatment strategies to your clinical program focused on restoring function for your patient in their daily activities and activities of choice
• Differentiate between strategies based on occupational profile and activity history to develop custom plans and address deficits

Target Audience: Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Athletic Trainers