COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is designed to provide both the clinical and scientific rationale for the current trends and new research in the examination, surgery and rehabilitation of common injuries / conditions found in the lower extremity. Participants will learn state of the art information to enhance their understanding and clinical effectiveness in the treatment of hip, knee and ankle disorders. A review of surgical procedures will be provided, as well as information in the area of functional testing and brace selection. Rehabilitation protocols that incorporate innovative techniques will also be presented, as well as, recent research studies and patient clinical outcome studies. Through didactic presentations and hands-on sessions, the course participants will have an opportunity to master new and effective treatment techniques.

COURSE OBJECTIVES
At completion of this course the participant will be able to:
• Discuss and demonstrate knowledge of normal locomotor biomechanics and recognize primary biomechanical abnormalities of the lower quarter.
• Discuss the indications and contraindications for the fabrication and use of orthotics
• Recognize specific pathology and pathomechanics of lower quarter injury as it relates to a healthy active lifestyle
• Perform a differential evaluation and design an appropriate treatment program for strains, sprains, contusions, tendinitis and bursitis which involves the lower quarter
• Understand and discuss the goals, principles and surgical techniques used for common lower quarter injuries
• Discuss and perform various functional tests and special tests used in the determination of readiness to return to activity
• Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the various prophylactic, postoperative and functional knee and ankle orthosis
• Discuss and demonstrate the advanced principals of rehabilitation for injuries involving the lower quarter

TUITION
$485.00 - Comprehensive course and reference manual, functional movement screening manual, continental breakfast and breaks are included in the tuition fee.

ELIGIBILITY
Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Certified Athletic Trainers, Occupational Therapists, and Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants may attend applicable courses for continuing education credit.

CREDIT FOR COURSES
This course offers 20 contact hours, equivalent to 2.0 CEU’s.
When offered in states requiring CEU’s these courses will be approved by that state’s licensing agency.
• NATA BOC approval #P551
• CSCS agency executive approval for CEU’s

CANCELLATION OF COURSES
The Institute reserves the right to cancel courses within sufficient attendance two weeks prior to the start of the course. The Institute is not responsible for nonrefundable airline tickets and other commitments. Tuition may be transferred to another course or a full refund can be made if a cancellation does occur.