Management for Common Conditions of the Lower Extremity
October 24-25
Location:
Motion Minnetonka
10650 Red Cir Dr.
Suite 10
Minnetonka, MN 55343
Cost: $599
Contact Hours: 16 hours
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Course Description
It is not lost on you that it is common to treat individuals with common lower extremity conditions such as osteoarthritis (OA), femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), tendinopathies at the knee, ankle, and foot, but are you following a comprehensive, evidence-informed approach? The goal of this lab-based course is to review evidence-based evaluative and treatment techniques that can be utilized for those presenting with common conditions of the lower extremity.
Learners will learn how to differentiate the pain mechanisms involved with these conditions as well as determine if the lumbar spine is contributing to lower extremity symptoms. The course will focus on an evaluation and intervention approach grounded in a biopsychosocial and signs and symptoms reasoning model using manual therapy and exercise to empower people to reach their goals.
Appropriate Dress: Please wear lab attire that allows for assessment and treatment of the lower extremity, pelvis, and lumbar spine.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Differentiate different common musculoskeletal conditions of the lower extremity including hip and knee osteoarthritis (OA), femoroacetabular impingement (FAI)/hip labral pathology, patellofemoral pain syndrome, and gluteal, hamstring, Achilles, and posterior tibialis tendinopathies.
- Perform various evidence-informed evaluative techniques of the lumbopelvic and lower extremity region.
- Perform various evidence-informed manual therapy techniques targeting the lower extremity.
- Develop exercises that target strength and motor control performance.
- Discuss a reasoning framework for the dosage of manual therapy and exercise in people with lower extremity conditions.
Contact Hours and CEUs
Participants will earn 16 contact hours.
Note: Participants are responsible for submitting proof of attendance for CEU verification. Bellin College has CEU approval for this course for 16 hours.
Course Schedule
This two-day lab course includes hands-on instruction, clinical reasoning activities, and practical application of evidence-informed techniques.
8:00–9:00 a.m. Clinical Reasoning for Lower Extremity Conditions: A Person-Centered Framework
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Hip Examination and Intervention: OA, FAI, and Common Hip Tendinopathies
LUNCH BREAK
1:00–4:00 p.m. Hip Interventions: Manual Techniques, Exercise Prescription, and Loading
4:00–5:00 p.m. Clinical Reasoning in Action: Technique Case-Based Practice & Feedback
8:00–9:00 a.m. Technique Practice: Integrating Day 1 Skills
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Knee/Thigh Examination and Intervention: OA, PFPS, Tendinopathies
LUNCH BREAK
1:00–4:00 p.m. Ankle/Foot Examination and Intervention: Manual Techniques and Exercise Prescription
4:00–5:00 p.m. Clinical Reasoning in Action: Technique Case-Based Practice & Feedback
Course Instructor
Christian Margeson, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT, cert. MDT
Registration
Complete the registration form below to reserve your spot.
Cancellation policy – participants who cancel their registration a minimum of 30 days prior to the event are eligible for a full refund of fees paid. Cancellation requests less than 30 days prior will not be eligible for a refund.
Questions?
Contact us for more information about this course, registration, or other continuing education opportunities.
For additional questions, contact physicaltherapy@bellincollege.edu or Ann at (920) 433-6628.