Elevating Practice in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy

Program Overview

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This comprehensive orthopaedic therapy program offers 120 hours of continuing education credit in three modules. It combines online learning with hands-on lab sessions, emphasizing evidence-based practice and practical execution. The program is designed for physical therapists and students, and upon completion, graduates can pursue various careers in physical therapy, specializing in musculoskeletal ailments.

Program Outline

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Degree Overview:

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This is a comprehensive intensive-level course requiring 120 hours of continuing education credit.

Offered in three discrete modules that can be taken independently or sequentially, it grants 40 CE units for each module completed. Enrollment is open to various categories of medical professionals, namely, licensed physical therapists and/or students enrolled concurrently in MGH's Clinical Residency program. This course seeks to create a robust understanding in its students towards the theory and hands-on practice employed in orthopaedic therapy.

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It boasts a strong dedication to both evidence-based practice and practical execution of manual treatments, making it unique in the greater Northeast region.

All students are expected actively to engage in lab settings and demonstrate their mastery of practical elements.

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Ultimately, this course endeavors to elevate the proficiency of participating medical professionals in the treatment of musculoskeletal ailments.

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Outline:

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The offered course encompasses three thematic modules:

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Module 1 - Spine:

This module, spanning from October 1, 2023 – December 9, 2023 , delves into knowledge and practices surrounding spinal ailments.

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Its curriculum boasts online content delivered between October 1st and end of the course, and on-site practice sessions conducted on:

• October 28th - Cervical Spine
• October 29th - Thoracic Spine
• December 2nd - Lumbar Spine
• Review Day (December 3rd)
The online curriculum component will operate from the module’s starting date until the termination date, with these in-person sessions:
• (2 sessions):
• Feb 4 - Shoulder
• 2.
• March 3 (2 sections)- Elbow (morning sessions) and Wrist Hand (midday - close) and review session (closing hours)
• Wrist Hand (continuing from previous day) as well as Module review session in the
afternoons (led by Katie Beal & Reginal Wilcox)

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Module 3 - Lower Quarter:

Running from

• All online content shall be administered between its start and end date
_In-Person Sessions follow this schema:_
• April 20:
• Morning: Pelvis & lower Quarter neuro
• Closing hours: Therex sessions
• Knee
• May 18:
• Morning: Hip
• End of day: Foot & ankle
Foot and Ankle (continued)

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Assessment Strategies:

These evaluations ultimately help students gauge their competency and refine practical application proficiency in line with current best evidence-based medical practices. Upon successful completion of exams, participants are awarded 40 CEs per module (120 for a full set).

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Teaching Methodologies:\

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This hands-on program utilizes unique instructional approaches

to impart comprehensive knowledge alongside practical skills:

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A hybrid learning schedule interweaves online classes and live interactive sessions.

The former provides theoretical and foundational knowledge throughout the duration of each module from the module's start to end date. Thelatter comprise a significant component of every module.

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Here, students hone their craft under expert guidance through active participation in lab workouts, where they receive direct insights from seasoned faculty.

This format prioritizes personalized attention, fostering a greater understanding of complex concepts while building confidence toward executing diverse treatment techniques effectively. Some faculty members also double as practicing clinicians, allowing students access to latest advancements during instructional sessions.

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Careers:

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Completion of the course enables graduates to pursue various lucrative careers within the physical therapy realm.

The broad scope encompassed within the curriculum ensures competency across diverse areas pertinent within orthopaedics. Consequently, graduates can actively seek positions focusing on specific regions, allowing tailored career development focused on personal interest and aptitude.

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Eligibility:

This course prioritizes student success - as such, registration is limited to a maximum of only 20 students. This promotes an intimate learning environment suitable for forming close bonds between faculty and fellow participants, bolstering hands-on learning experiences during crucial lab sessions.

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Cost & Savings:

Each module individually costs $845. However, enrolling in all three offers a savings of $415, bringing the combined price down drastically to $2,110. Notably, these vouchers possess a limited redemption window (once perindividual, lasting two years from issue).