About Course
Differential Diagnosis of the Neck and Shoulder pain Aims to
As healthcare professionals, we often come across patients suffering from neck and shoulder pain, and it can be challenging to determine the root cause of the pain. This webinar is specifically designed to equip physical and occupational therapists with the necessary skills and tools to perform systemic differential diagnosis for such patients.
The course is a handy, concise, and quick reference guide that will provide therapists with the resources to determine the scope of therapy or the need for referral to appropriate medical providers. By identifying red flags early on, therapists can save time and resources and ensure patients receive the best possible care.
Our informative and to-the-point course will enhance your evaluation skills and assessment techniques, providing you with the confidence to diagnose and treat patients suffering from cervical spine and shoulder pain. This webinar is designed to be practical and relevant to your clinical practice, with resources that can be used the next day.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Analyze the importance of differential diagnosis in clinical practice.
- Identify systemic causes of shoulder pain.
- Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills for complex musculoskeletal diagnoses.
- Utilize knowledge of systemic differential diagnosis to identify red flags.
- Review and recognize the systemic causes of shoulder pain, including cardiovascular, complex regional pain syndrome, renal, gastrointestinal, liver, rheumatic, infection, oncologic, and gynecologic causes.
- Apply criteria for physician referral based on the patient's clinical presentation.
- Perform a systematic assessment and ask appropriate special questions to identify the cause of shoulder pain.
- Perform special tests for shoulder pain.
- Identify potential differential diagnoses for shoulder pain based on assessment findings.
Who Should Enroll
Physiotherapists
Physiotherapy Assistants
Occupational Therapists
Occupational Therapy Assistants
Nursing Professionals
Sport & Exercise Physiologist
CPD Credit Hours
3 Hour
Resource
60-Days Access to Learning Resources
Downloadable Course Material
CPD Certificate
Presenter
RINA PANDYA, PT. DPT, APTA (USA) HCPC (UK),MCSP (UK),FHEA
Rina Pandya, PT, DPT, received her entry level physical therapy degree from the School of Allied Health Sciences Manipal, India and her post professional doctoral degree from the University of Michigan- Flint. Having practiced physical therapy in four countries including India, Oman, the United Kingdom and the United States coupled with administrative experiences as a rehabilitation manager; Dr. Pandya shares an eclectic model of practice that maximizes autonomous care. As an avid believer of lifelong professional learning, Dr. Pandya has taken an extensive number of professional development courses and certifications that allow her to teach contemporary practice to clinicians. Dr. Pandya’s appreciation for evidence-based practice continues following completion of a formal research methods program offered through the Manchester School of Physiotherapy in the United Kingdom. Dr. Pandya’s passion for teaching and learning along with the joy in helping clinicians succeed makes her an apt instructor for this course.
Disclaimer: Our online physiotherapy courses meet the criteria and guidelines for CPD (Continuing Professional Development). The CPD hours indicated on the certificate contribute towards fulfilling professional standards and requirements necessary for CPD audits conducted by the HCPC and AHPRA. These CPD hours are important for maintaining physiotherapy registration and ensuring compliance with CPD audit and Physiotherapy registration renewal processes. Our courses are recognized as valuable continuing education resources across the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and throughout Asia and the Middle East.
