Online, Self-directed, rolling admission
Jan. 14 - Dec. 31, 2022
RegisterFor: PT, PTA
Course Description
This self-paced, self-directed course will help to prepare the physical therapy professional for advanced understanding of athletes who are required to use the overhead throwing motion in their sport. This 4-week module will expand on the unique characteristics of overhead throwing athletes and the injuries they are at increased risk for.
Objectives
By the end of the course, a successful learner will be able to:
• Understand the anatomical demands and adaptations of throwing as well as the biomechanics and kinematics of overhead throwing.
• Describe the epidemiology of injury as it applies to the overhead throwing athlete.
• Clinical guidelines in the examination and differential diagnosis of the overhead throwing athlete.
• Clinical rehabilitation and progression to return to sport as it applies to the overhead throwing athlete.
Applicability
If you are in need of a disability-related accommodation, please contact us here. We will process requests for reasonable accommodation and will provide reasonable accommodations where appropriate, in a prompt and efficient manner. For more information please see the Accommodation Procedures for Participants with Disabilities.
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Why EIM
We’re reimagining health care education that takes you to the next next level. With learning that takes place where you are, evidence-based practice, and better outcomes for your patients, our education is transformative. That’s why EIM.