Treating the Shoulder in the Adolescent Athlete

Young athletes sustain a significant amount of injuries participating in sports. The unique nature of the adolescentmusculoskeletal system requires developing an understanding of the physical/physiological differences between adolescent and adult athletes. Effective management of these athletes in the rehabilitation setting demands the practitioner understands both how and why these athletes need to be treated differently than adults. This course will help the clinician to develop an understanding of the adolescent musculoskeletal system. It will also address commonly encountered shoulder injuries in the adolescent athlete and how to best manage these injuries to help the athlete successfully return to their sport.

Highlights

• Immediately increase your understanding of the adolescent musculoskeletal system and how it differs from the adult athlete
• Practical strategies to treat common shoulder injuries in the young athlete

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