2024 ROCKY MOUNTAIN ANNUAL CONFERENCE & PT EXPO

This presentation will inform the participants of the development, purpose, and significance of the IFOMPT Cervical Framework. We will discuss via case study how the framework may inform decision making especially regarding risk analysis. Participants will have the opportunity for hands-on practice to address mobility impairments and motor control impairments while the patient remains seated.

CONTINUED - Part 2: This presentation will inform the participants of the development, purpose, and significance of the IFOMPT Cervical Framework. We will discuss via case study how the framework may inform decision making especially regarding risk analysis. Participants will have the opportunity for hands-on practice to address mobility impairments and motor control impairments while the patient remains seated.

This presentation will provide attendees with evidence-based methods of evaluating and treating common pediatric diagnoses that may be seen in a rural or orthopedic physical therapy setting. This presentation will also discuss when to refer to a pediatric physical therapy specialist and/or orthotist. This presentation will include: review of current literature, prognostic variables, clinical reasoning, and case studies. It will be delivered in a lecture and question/answer format.  

This session will provide attendees with a general understanding of the symptoms, diagnosis, and potential treatment options for pudendal neuralgia. Information covered will include: an overview of relevant anatomy and neurophysiology, indications/contraindications for pelvic health treatment, evidence-based approaches to manual therapy and modality-based physical therapy treatment for pudendal neuralgia and its sequalae. The presentation will be delivered in a lecture and hands-on lab format with the presenter available to guide attendees and answer questions.

This session will provide attendees with a general understanding of the assessment and treatment of simple pelvic health issues in an orthopedic setting and when to refer to a pelvic health specialist. Information covered will include: an overview of relevant anatomy and neurophysiology, indications/contraindications for pelvic health treatment, evidence-based approaches to orthopedic assessment and treatment of the spine and pelvis, and case studies involving pelvic health and orthopedic presentations. The presentations will be delivered in a lecture and hands-on lab format with the presenter available to guide attendees and answer questions.

Review the elements of hernia anatomy, hernia risk factors, differential diagnoses, and surgical interventions as it pertains to post-operative care. Identify key differences between robotic, laparoscopic, and open procedures in rehabilitation. Discuss the current state of research for post-operative care following hernia surgery. Introduce novel pre-surgical screening to evaluate functional and regional deficits that may impact recovery and return to sport. Discuss goals and plans for progressive post-operative hernia care and provide an overview of rehabilitative benefits following hernia surgery. Provide detail of criteria-based care to address post-operative hernia care through return to sport, which is currently underreported in the literature.

This presentation will provide attendees key elements of working with dancers or other performing artists, including dance medicine-specific evaluation and assessment processes. We will also discuss common injuries and healthcare concerns, as well as cultural contexts. With prevailing perceptions that healthcare providers don't understand dancers or offer unhelpful advice, the aim of this session is to provide information to attendees to start helping change that narrative. The presentation will be delivered in a lecture format.

PTs who work with skiers should understand downhill skiing terminology, common mechanisms of injury, and return to sport considerations to treat patients or clients who would like to return to downhill skiing. This session will cover these topics using the most current high quality evidence, gathered by the authors for writing the Independent Study Course "Physical Therapist Management of the Winter Athlete: Orthopedic Management of the Downhill Skier." We will finally present an evidence based, progressive strength and conditioning program for recreational skiers looking to prevent injuries.