This course covers key principles and interpretation of diagnostic imaging modalities as they apply to all healthcare providers with imaging privileges or those interested in gaining further knowledge in this field. The emphasis is on the physics of the imaging technique, viewing and interpreting films, radiographic anatomy, and clinical correlation with patient cases. Specific types of imaging, including x-rays, scintigraphy, ultrasonography, magnetic resonance imaging, MR arthrography, CT, and computed tomography, are discussed.
On Demand
Course Type: Recorded Webinar
CEUs/Hours Offered: AK/3.0; AL/3.0; AR/3.0; AZ/3.0; BOC/3.0; CA/3.0; CO/3.0; CT/3.0; DC/3.0; DE/3.0; FL/3.0; GA/3.0; HI/3.0; IA/3.0; IACET/0.3; ID/3.0; IL/3.0; IN/3.0; KS/3.0; MA/3.0; MD/0.3; ME/3.0; MI/3.0; MO/3.0; MS/3.0; MT/3.0; NC/3.0; ND/3.0; NE/3.0; NH/3.0; NY/3.0; OK/3.0; OR/3.0; PA/3.0; RI/3.0; SC/3.0; SD/3.0; TN/3.0; TX/3.0; UT/3.0; VA/3.0; VT/3.0; WA/3.0; WI/3.0; WY/3.0
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Learning Outcomes
- After this course, participants will be able to identify four indications for the use of X-rays in the diagnosis of musculoskeletal disorders.
- After this course, participants will be able to define T1 and T2-weighted MRI images.
- After this course, participants will be able to identify four indications for the use of MRI in the diagnosis of musculoskeletal disorders.
- After this course, participants will be able to enumerate three indications for using CT in the diagnosis of musculoskeletal disorders.
- After this course, participants will be able to provide two advantages and disadvantages of using MRI, CT, diagnostic ultrasonography, and bone scans.
Course created on November 22, 2024
Agenda
| 0-5 Minutes | Background, review of learning outcomes |
| 5-60 Minutes | X-rays: Mechanism, indications, advantages, disadvantages, and case examples |
| 60-70 Minutes | Bone Scans (DEXA scans): Mechanism, indications, advantages, disadvantages, and case examples |
| 70-90 Minutes | MRI and MR Arthrography: Mechanism, indications, advantages and disadvantages |
| 90-105 Minutes | Diagnostic Ultrasonography: Mechanism, indications, advantages and disadvantages |
| 105-140 Minutes | Diagnostic imaging for the lower quarter, including case examples |
| 140-170 Minutes | Diagnostic imaging for the upper quarter, including case examples |
| 170-180 Minutes | Summary, Q&A |
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Robert McCabe
DPT, SCS, OCS, CSCS, MTC
Bob has over 30 years of experience working in orthopedics and sports medicine. He is currently a sports physical therapist and research coordinator at the Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute. His prior experience includes working in private practice, at the Andrews Institute Rehabilitation, and as the Director of Human Performance for the Airforce Special Operations Command (AFSOC). He is dual-certified by the APTA as an orthopedic specialist and sports clinical specialist. He also holds certifications in manual therapy through Evidence in Motion and is an NSCA-certified strength and conditioning coach. Bob has published several articles in peer-reviewed journals and has presented research at national meetings.
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Financial disclosures: Robert McCabe received an honorarium for presenting this course.
Non-financial disclosures: Robert McCabe has no relevant non-financial disclosures.
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Content Disclosure: This learning event does not focus exclusively on any specific product or service.
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