Georgia Physical Therapy Ebook Continuing Education

Course 8: Knee Osteoarthritis: Overview, NonSurgical/Surgical Management and Physical Therapy Treatment 172 [2 CCHs] Knee OA is prevalent in today’s society with the active aging population. Physical therapists play an important role in

restoring function for these patients with nonsurgical and postoperative interventions. Course 9: Pharmaceuticals and Physical Therapy: Movement with Medication

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[4 CCHs] Physical therapy and pharmacology have operated alongside each other for thousands of years. This course will prioritize essential components regarding pharmaceutical principles and will discuss common pharmaceutical categories relative to application in physical therapy clinical settings. Course 10: Reducing and Eliminating Workplace Injuries through Ergonomics 196 [2 CCHs] Many companies today are using ergonomics, or the study of work, when designing workspaces that will prevent injuries and strains, as well as other disorders. This course will offer suggestions for completing a successful, comprehensive and useful ergonomics assessment that will focus on preventing musculoskeletal injuries by effectively analyzing job hazards, identifying and evaluating risk factors and offering recommendations to reduce or eliminate these risks within the workplace environment. Course 11: Therapeutic Yoga After Knee Replacement 202 [1 CCH] Knowledge of safe and effective evidence-based yoga poses for knee rehabilitation can assist physical therapists in prescribing therapeutic exercises after Total Knee Replacement. Course 12: Total Shoulder Arthroscopy and Reverse Total Arthroscopy: What Physical Therapists Need to Know 211 [2 CCHs]

Shoulder arthroplasty is the treatment of choice for severe degenerative joint disease. It is important for physical therapists to understand complications that may occur following these types of surgical procedures. This course will discuss the components of physical therapy rehabilitation following a total shoulder replacement. Final Examination Answer Sheet

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