Rehabilitation of the Aging Athlete (2006)

Rehabilitation of the Aging Athlete (2006)
2.1 CEUs, 21 Contact Hours

This course will examine the physiological and treatment-specific changes that are considered when working with the aging athlete. Each monograph will highlight how this special population requires additional knowledge and skill when being evaluated and treated by the practicing sports clinician.

Objectives:
  • Recognize the physiological consequences of aging.
  • Understand the effects of strength and endurance training on the aging athlete.
  • Understand the best practice techniques for rehabilitation of common shoulder and elbow conditions in the aged athlete.
  • Recognize the current rehabilitation techniques and non-operative treatments for knee osteoarthritis.
  • Understand the difference between tendonitis and tendinosis.
  • Recognize the current rehabilitation guidelines for operative and non-operative treatment of Achilles tendonopathies and plantar fasciopathies.
  • Understand the risks and current recommendations on sports activity following total joint replacement.


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