What You Need to Know: Orthopedic Reasoning/Pathology/Rehab- Module 7: SI Joint & Pelvic Pain

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 7: SI Joint and Pelvic Pain covers:

• Chapter 6b: Orthopedic Reasoning- Sacroiliac Joint
• Chapter 14b: Orthopedic Reasoning- Pelvic Pain
• Chapter 5c: Orthopedic Pathology- Sacroiliac Joint
• Chapter 15c: Orthopedic Pathology- Pelvic Pain/Women's Heath 

Diagnoses covered are:

• Ankylosing Spondylitis
• Avulsion Fracture of the Ischial Tuberosity
• Avulsion of Hamstring from Ischial Tuberosity
• Coccyx Fracture
• Illiolumbar Ligament Strain
• Obturator Neuropathy
• Pudendal Neuralgia
• Sacroiliac Joint Pathology
• Female Incontinence
• Lymphedema
• Male Incontinence
• Pelvic Floor Dysfunction (General)
• Pregnancy-Related Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
• Dysfunction Related to Breast Cancer 

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 sacroiliac joint pathology
2. Differentiate between the dermatomal distribution of peripheral nerves
3. Recognize the importance of symptom descriptors in evaluating a patient
4. Identify functional and activity participation limitations with SIJ pathology
5. Identify biomechanical abnormalities in other regions that affect SIJ pathology
6. Recognize the mechanisms of injury for pelvic pain
7. Differentiate between the muscular causes of pelvic pain
8. Identify what role a patient's previous medical history plays in the diagnosis of pelvic pain
9. Recognize the common signs and symptoms of Ankylosing Spondylitis
10. Identify the aggravating activities for a Coccyx Fracture
11. Recognize the physical exam findings for an Illiolumbar Ligament Strain
12. Identify the contributing factors for Lymphedema
13. Identify the epidemiology and demographics for Male Incontinence
14. Recognize the methods of rehabilitation commonly used to treat Pregnancy-Related Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
15. Recognize the signs and symptoms indicating referral to a physician in a patient with Dysfunction Related to Breast Cancer 

Criteria for Obtaining Continuing Education Credits:

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