APTEI: Patellofemoral Sensitivity (PFS)
APTEI: Patellofemoral Sensitivity (PFS)
This course includes
The instructors
Overview
This course will enable healthcare providers to gain practical knowledge of the possible anatomical & biomechanical factors leading to anterior knee pain and specifically patello-femoral sensitivity (PFS).
It will also review some of the currently existing myths regarding the risk factors for the development of PFS such as Q angle, patellar tracking, ITB tightness, etc.
The course will review a clinically focused approach to the evaluation and diagnosis of PFS
Short Video Introduction with Bahram Jam
Management Options
Based on current studies, the management options reviewed will include
- Activity modifications (running, cycling, sitting and squats)
- Effective muscular and proprioceptive retraining exercises
- Footwear modifications
- Taping & bracing
- Pharmaceutical management, injections, and surgical options
- Knowing when there may be a central sensitization component
Audience
This course is open to all physiotherapists, rehabilitation professionals, and healthcareprofessionals.
The instructors
PT, D.SC.PT, M.PHTY, B.SC.PT, FCAMT
Bahram is a physiotherapist and founder of the Advanced Physical Therapy Education Institute (APTEI). He's taught 1000+ continuing education courses to healthcare professionals across Canada & internationally.
He has instructed over one thousand post-graduate orthopaedic and pain science courses and has been a guest presenter at several physiotherapy and medical conferences across Canada and internationally.
His primary clinical approach is to identify relevant functional impairments and determine the best self-management strategy to maximize patient independence.
Material included in this course
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Introduction
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Lesson 1 Notes
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Lesson 2 Notes
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Lesson 2: PFS Diagnosis
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Lesson 3 Notes
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Lesson 3: PFS Prognosis
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Lesson 4 Notes
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Lesson 4: Risk factors for developing PFS
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Feedback on section #1
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Evaluation
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Lesson 5a Notes
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Lesson 5a: Functional outcome measures
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Lesson 5 Notes
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Lesson 5: Quads & VMO
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Lesson 6 Notes
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Lesson 6: Gluteals
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Feedback on section #2
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Management: Part 1
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Lesson 7 Notes
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Lesson 7: Modifying activities & Rest
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Lesson 8 Notes
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Lesson 8: Modify sitting, driving, squatting & sleeping
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Lesson 9 Notes
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Lesson 9: General exercise
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Clock Exercises
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Lesson 10 Notes
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Lesson 10: Quad & VMO Strengthening
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Lesson 11 Notes
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Lesson 11: Gluteal strengthening
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3X3X3 Exercise Video
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Lesson 12 Notes
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Lesson 12: Explosive power / Proprioception / Fear
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Feedback on section #3
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Management: Part 2
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Lesson 13 Notes
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Lesson 13: Modalities / Medications / Injections
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Lesson 14 Notes
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Lesson 14: Shoes & Orthotics
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Lesson 15 Notes
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Lesson 15: Taping, Bracing & Mobilization
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Lesson 16 Notes
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Lesson 16: Stretching / Foam rolling / Cupping
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Feedback on section #4
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Management: Part 3
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Lesson 17 Patient handout for runners
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Lesson 17 Notes
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Lesson 17: Running & PFS
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Lesson 18 Notes
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Lesson 18: Cycling & PFS
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Feedback on section #5
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Central Sensitization
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Lesson 19 Notes
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Feedback on section #6
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Summary
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Summary Notes
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Lesson 20: Clinical Summary
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PFS Practical Workbook (Summary)
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Reference List
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