What You Need to Know: Orthopedic Reasoning/Pathology/Rehab- Module 6: Wrist & Hand

Course Description:

This course utilizes the text: Orthopedic Clinical Advisor by Derrick Sueki, PT, DPT, GCPT, OCS and Jacklyn Brechter, PhD, PT.  This course will help you access the information you need to confidently handle multiple orthopedic conditions.  Essential clinical reference information provides up-to-date diagnostic and therapeutic information on common conditions in a bulleted, quick-reference format ideal for both students and practitioners. Content is written entirely by orthopedic therapists and is logically organized to promote accurate, efficient differential diagnosis and intervention. 

Module 6: Wrist & Hand covers:

• Chapter 10b: Orthopedic Reasoning- Wrist & Hand
• Chapter 9c: Orthopedic Pathology- Hand & Wrist 

Diagnoses covered are:

• Barton's Fracture
• Boutonniere Deformity
• Boxer's Fracture
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Chaffeur's Fracture
• Colles' Fracture
• De Quervain's Syndrome
• Dupuytren's Contracture
• Finger Dislocations
• Finger Fractures
• Flexor Carpi Ulnaris Tendinitis
• Flexor Tendon Lacerations/Ruptures
• Ganglionic Cyst
• Intersection Syndrome
• Jersey Finger
• Mallet Finger
• Osteoarthritis of the Hand
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Scaphoid Dislocation/Fracture
• Smith's Fracture
• Swan Neck Deformity
• Thumb Carpometacarpal Osteoarthritis
• Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex Irritation
• Trigger Finger
• Ulnar Collateral Ligament Tear 

Methods of Instruction:

Online course available via internet 

Target Audience:

Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapist Assistants and Athletic Trainers 

Educational Level:

Intermediate 

Prerequisites:

None 

Course Goals and Objectives:

At the completion of this course, participants should be able to:

1. Recognize the prevalence and prognosis of wrist and hand injury
2. Identify the tendons in the six dorsal compartments of the hand
3. Recognize the symptom descriptors and how it influences decision-making
4. Differentiate between lag and contracture
5. Identify the symptoms of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
6. Identify physical examination findings of a Barton's Fracture
7. Recognize the 24-hour symptom pattern for Carpal Tunnel
8. Identify the possible differential diagnoses associated with De Quervain's Syndrome
9. Identify physical examination findings of Dupuytren's Contracture
10. Recognize rehabilitative complications of finger fractures
11. Differentiate between Flexor Tendon Lacerations/Ruptures according to zone
12. Recognize the prevalence of Ganglion Cysts and their common location
13. Identify the possible differential diagnoses associated with Jersey Finger
14. Recognize the contributing factors to Osteoarthritis of the Hand
15. Identify rehabilitation techniques for Trigger Finger 

Criteria for Obtaining Continuing Education Credits:

A score of 70% or greater on the post-test