Learning Objectives:

At the conclusion of this course, learners should be able to:

• Compare and contrast the various surgical and nonsurgical treatment protocols for instability conditions of the knee, injuries to knee ligaments, and cartilage disorders
• To understand the principles of total shoulder arthroplasty, from safe anatomic approarches, exposure and then implant choice and options
• To review the common hip disorders encountered in sports medicine practice as well as both nonoperative and operative management of hip labral tears, bony impingement, tendon disorders and extra-articular joint pain
• To identify the anatomy and mechanics of the AC joint-and to review nonoperative and operative treatments for AC joint disorders
• Review the anatomy, function and injuries of the acromioclavicular joint of the shoulder, and both non-operative and operative treatment strategies for athletic AC joint injuries
• Evaluate indications for tenotomy vs. tenodesis for biceps tendon pathology
• Review performance enhancing medications, side effects, screening protocols, workup, and deficiency of athletes with sports endocrine axis disorders.
• Prescribe correct knee, shoulder and hand/wrist rehabilitation protocols to maximize post-surgical and post-injury function.
• Compare short-term and long-term treatment strategies for team physicians
• Identify practice efficiencies, optimal use of physician extenders (ultrasound, injections, etc.), and cost reductions in the ambulatory setting

AMA Credit Designation

AAOS designates this live activity for A pending number of AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credits commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Credit amount pending. 

Continuing Education for Athletic Trainers

The American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (BOC AP#: P460) is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to Certified Athletic Trainers. This program is eligible for a pending number of Category A hours/CEUs. ATs should claim only those hours actually spent in the educational program. Credit amount pending. 

Allied Health Professionals: The AAOS is not accredited to offer credit for nurses and other Allied Health Professionals. To determine if activities offering AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ are acceptable for your licensing or certification needs please contact the relevant organizations directly.

PAs: You may be able to claim a pending number of AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ for this activity based on AAOS’ ACCME accreditation. Please contact relevant organizations directly for review and approval.

 Accreditation Statement

For Physicians: The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education (CME) for physicians.