Therapeutic Exercise: From Theory to Practice Course 5

Learning Objectives

1. Describe and understand the anatomy and kinematics of the shoulder complex (glenohumeral, acromioclavicular, sternoclavicular joints, and scapulothoracic articulation)
2. Describe shoulder and scapular muscles and their action on the shoulder
3. Describe and understand the force couple relationships about the shoulder
4. Describe and implement range of motion, isometric, isotonic, and functional exercises for the shoulder complex
5. Have a basic knowledge of common injuries and pathologies of the shoulder complex
6. Explain and implement rehabilitation exercise programs for shoulder pathologies of the shoulder complex
7. Have a basic knowledge and understanding of elbow anatomy
8. Describe the normal arthrokinematics, biomechanics, and osteokinematics of the elbow and radioulnar joints
9. Describe common elbow and forearm disorders
10. Have an understanding of surgical procedures used to address elbow injuries
11. Design a rehabilitation plan with an understanding of surgical precautions for elbow and forearm injuries
12. Implement a rehabilitation plan for the elbow or forearm including proper stretching, strengthening, proprioception, and exercise techniques in accordance with principles of basic exercise
13. Understand the role of the scapula for the overhead athlete
14. Describe the throwing motion, and be familiar with the similarities and differences of the overhead motion in the various overhead sports
15. Understand the common pathologies and injuries that occur for the overhead athlete
16. Be able to implement throwing programs for the overhead athlete
17. Design and implement athletic-specific therapeutic exercises for the overhead athlete
18. Describe the anatomy and function of the triangular fibrocartilage complex in the wrist
19. Understand the cascade of healing and the different phases of healing as they relate to the hand and wrist
20. Describe the anatomy of the carpal tunnel and the etiology of carpal tunnel syndrome
21. Have a basic knowledge of the appropriate exercises for the hand and wrist in rehabilitation