Description
This course is a part of the Sporting UpperLimb Series, you can buy the whole serie or only this episode on elbow!
Elbows are many times considered simple, as it is a ‘simple’ hinge joint. There are however quite a few pitfalls around elbow assessment and management which are overlooked. The elbow is in fact a tri-joint complex formed by the humerus, ulna and radius which creates two articulations to consider around flexion-extension motion, whilst also a proximal articulation around pronation-supination.
This should be appreciated especially when addressing deficits in ROM. Most muscles acting at the elbow cross over into the shoulder, indicating the importance of this proximal joint to elbow management.
The position of the forearm also creates diverse mechanical advantages and disadvantages for elbow function which if used well can enhance the overall approach in this region. For example, did you know that the strongest position for elbow flexion is the mid-prone position, whilst the fully pronated position provides the best position for elbow extension. Why? This and much more will be explained in this episode on the elbow.
About the Sporting UpperLimb Series
The Sporting UpperLimb is a 5-episode series intended for anyone interested in better understanding how to manage injuries in this region. Although it is mainly aimed at sporting injuries, it is applicable to non-sporting scenarios. 5 episodes are:
Episode 1 – Understanding objectivity around the UpperLimb
Episode 2. Clinical Management of Sporting Shoulder injuries
Episode 3. Clinical Management of Sporting Elbow injuries
Episode 4.Clinical Management of Sporting hand and wrist injuries
Episode 5. Complex Case Studies of the UpperLimb
In each episode we refer to the other episodes, creating a considerate link. Although advised as a series, these episodes can also be considered as stand along modules. So, if you fancy some very good UpperLimb CPD, then look no further!
Outline:
Module 1: Differential Diagnosis
- Anterior pain
- Posterior pain
- Radial side pain
- Ulnar side pain
Module 2: Loaded Tests (Qualitative)
- Chair lift off
- Push-up test
- Posterolateral rotatory apprehension
- Collateral ligaments stress
- Let Stress
Module 3: Loaded Tests (Quantitative)
- Hand Strength
- Isokinetic
- ROM
- Isotonic and isometric loading
Module 4: Management
- Exercices for ROM (videos)
- Exercices for Strength (videos)
- Dosage
- Elbow motor control (vidéos)
Objectives
- Appreciate the structures implicit in Sports Injuries for the Elbow
- What tests can be used to enhance our understanding of function
- Management Considerations for the Elbow
