Osteoarthritis of the Hand – A Multidisciplinary Approach – 4 Hours

Description

This course focuses on applicable definitions and terminology; the normal joint anatomy and    functional position of the CMC joint of the thumb, the PIP joints, and the DIP joints; the etiology and pathology of Osteoarthritis of the Hand (OA); the medical diagnosis and treatment of OA; and the role of therapy as it pertains to OA. 

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: 

• Discuss anatomy, etiology and pathophysiology of osteoarthritis
• Recognize the normal joint anatomy and functional position of the hand
• Describe clinical presentation of osteoarthritis (OA) of the hand
• Discuss risk factors for the development of osteoarthritis (OA) of the hand
• Discuss medical diagnosis of osteoarthritis (OA) of the hand
• Discuss medical and alternative management of osteoarthritis (OA) of the hand
• Discuss physical therapy and occupational therapy management of osteoarthritis (OA) of the hand and post-surgical rehabilitation.

Author:  Christine Church , M.S., OTR/L,  Elizabeth Anderson, MPT, MPH 

Contact Hours: 4 Hours / 4 PDR (AOTA CEUs—0.4)    

Cost: $30 / Participant

Educational Level: Intermediate

Prerequisites: None 

AOTA Classification Codes: Category 1 – OT Service Delivery

Instructional Methods:  Online Independent Self-Study (Training + Post-Test). A minimum passing score of 70% is required for course completion. A Printable (Pdf) Certificate By Email. 

Target Audience: Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Other Health Professionals 

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Biologix Solutions LLC is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 9837. This distance learning-independent is offered at 0.4 CEUs, Intermediate, Category 1 – OT Service Delivery. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply the endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.

The current term of approval extends from 6/21/2017 through 6/30/2025. Provider ID: 9837.

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