Shoulder Injuries: Types and Treatment

This course was originally presented by Dr. Ronak Patel on November 6, 2018 and sponsored by JBP Medical Marketing Solutions. Dr. Patel's presentation is being sponsored by JBP Medical Marketing Solutions. This program will review the major causes of shoulder pain including AC joint arthritis, rotator cuff tendonitis and tears. Dr. Patel practices evidence-base sports medicine and believes it is essential to know when "˜not to operate'.

• •Identify the anatomical structures of the shoulder and common sites of injury
• •Recognize clinical presentations and diagnostic criteria for AC joint arthritis, rotator cuff tendonitis, and rotator cuff tears
• •Apply evidence-based assessment techniques to differentiate between shoulder pathologies
• •Evaluate appropriate conservative treatment protocols for common shoulder injuries
• •Determine when conservative management is indicated versus when referral for surgical intervention is necessary
• •Implement practical management strategies that prioritize non-operative care when appropriate