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Regional Review of Musculoskeletal Systems: Hip, Groin, and Lower Extremity

presented by Michael Fink, PT, DSc, SCS, OCS

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NOTE: This course is part of a nine course series by Michael Fink on Medical Screening and Differential Diagnosis*.

Through a lecture and demonstration format, this course will offer a comprehensive look at common musculoskeletal pathologies concerning the hip, groin, and lower extremity. It will introduce evidence and procedures integral to making sound judgments as it relates to medical screening and differential diagnosis within the patient/client management model. It will describe how medical, orthopedic, and neurological problems may be interrelated thus making differential diagnosis of neuromusculoskeletal signs and symptoms difficult. The intent of this course is not to train participants to make a medical diagnosis but rather to be able to recognize when physical therapy is indicated, contraindicated, and when a referral to other health care personnel is needed. Medical Screening and differential diagnosis are essential components in autonomous practice and is within the scope of the physical therapy profession. Possessing good clinical evaluative skills is a critical part of the process for effective differential diagnosis and subsequent management of the "treat versus refer" dilemma.
* This course was previously included in a larger 2-course Medical Screening series on MedBridge. If you have taken one of these two courses previously, the material has already been covered.

Meet Your Instructor

Michael Fink, PT, DSc, SCS, OCS

Dr. Michael Fink is a former Air Force physical therapist that is dual board-certified in Orthopedics and Sports. He is an Associate Professor and Department Chair of PT at Lebanon Valley College, national lecturer, published researcher, and winner of numerous PT awards. Dr. Fink teaches differential diagnosis, manual therapy (including high velocity low amplitude thrust…

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1. Hip and Groin

Identify common musculoskeletal and non-musculoskeletal pathology in the hip and groin. Review common signs & symptoms of select pathologies within each region. Highlight select CPRs, risk factors, physical exam findings, and associated diagnostic accuracy statistics to aid in differential diagnosis. Identify situations that require a urgent medical referral.

2. Thigh and Knee

Identify common musculoskeletal and non-musculoskeletal pathology in the thigh and knee. Review common signs & symptoms of select pathologies within each region. Highlight select CPRs, risk factors, physical exam findings, and associated diagnostic accuracy statistics to aid in differentially diagnosing. Identify situations that require a urgent medical referral.

3. Leg, Ankle, and Foot

Identify common musculoskeletal and non-musculoskeletal pathology in the distal lower extremity. Review common signs & symptoms of select pathologies within each region. Highlight select CPRs, interview information, physical exam findings, and associated diagnostic accuracy statistics to aid in differential diagnosis. Identify situations that require a urgent medical referral.

4. Live Case Study

Dr. Michael Fink works with patient, Dana Vargas, regarding her severe hip pain. A full screening is conducted, followed by examination and treatment protocols.

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