Location
Online, continuous
Presenter(s)
Dr. Jack Miller
With an aging population osteoarthritis is a growing cause of mobility functional impairment. This program is delivered fully online with participants working at their own pace over the ten-week access period. The eight dictated PowerPoint presentations are supported by videos, web resources, quick reference cheat sheets and a 200 page downloadable handout.
This eight-part, fully online program delivers: A clear understanding of the structure and function of articular cartilage. Insights into the current perspective on the pathogenesis of knee osteoarthritis (OA). The clinical, imaging and laboratory criteria for the diagnosis of knee OA. Details of objective outcome measurement tools. The foundational interventions of exercise, weight control and education. The medical and surgical options for managing hip OA. The Arthritis Self Treatment Exercise Program A-STEP. Adjunctive conservative management strategies. Resources including videos, external links and patient handouts.
OBJECTIVES: Understand the structure, nutrition and function of articular cartilage. Appreciate the current model of osteoarthritis pathogenesis. Know the differential diagnosis of hip osteoarthritis. Know be able to apply the current clinical practice guidelines to managing knee osteoarthritis. Be familiar with the role of adjunctive interventions including; bracing, manual therapy and modalities.