Differential diagnosis of Ankle and Foot pain
Enhance the knowledge of differential diagnosis: MSK and systemic causes
Description
Course detail: Ankle sprains, chronic pain , instabilities, dance injuries, sports injuries of ankle and foot are some of the most common diagnoses of the foot. In addition to these musculoskeletal diagnoses underlying conditions such as cancer, osteomyelitis, stress fractures, to name a few, presents with similar symptomatology which makes it difficult for a clinician to diagnose the real underlying condition. With the introduction of direct access and privately owned Physiotherapy clinics and telehealth,
As a physiotherapist, you understand the importance of proper diagnosis for successful treatment. The ankle and foot are complex structures that can present a range of musculoskeletal and systemic conditions. As such, it is crucial to differentiate between the various causes of pain and dysfunction in this area.
During this webinar, we will explore the musculoskeletal and systemic differential diagnosis of ankle and foot injuries and conditions such as ligament sprains, tendonitis, and fractures, as well as systemic conditions such as arthritis, neuropathy, and vascular disease.
Dr. Pandya will discuss the latest research and diagnostic tools available, as well as the best practices for developing a comprehensive treatment plan for each condition. You will learn how to assess and treat ankle and foot injuries through a holistic approach, considering the patient's unique needs and circumstances.
By the end of the webinar, you will have a deeper understanding of the differential diagnosis of ankle and foot conditions and the best practices for their management. We hope that this webinar will empower you to provide better care for your patients and improve their rehabilitation outcomes. Physiotherapists play an important role in screening other systems to refer patients to appropriate medical providers. The focus of this course is to differentiate between exclusive musculoskeletal origin or pain secondary to other systemic causes. This aids in providing effective timely treatment to the patient, identifying red flags thus saving time and resources.
What You Will Learn!
- To develop an understanding of the musculoskeletal evaluation strategies for the ankle-foot joint and apply this knowledge clinically
- to analyze red flags and yellow flags in order to determine the appropriate referral criteria for a physician.
- To differentiate between systemic and musculoskeletal differential diagnosis in order to identify the need for therapy or referral to the physician or emergency
- To be able to provide patients with appropriate education and counseling regarding their injury, including self-care measures and injury prevention strategies.
Who Should Attend!
- Physiotherapists
- Physiotherapy assistant
- sports medicine
- Athletic Trainer