This module will focus on injured anatomy.
Injuries to the head and cervical spine can cause headaches, neck pain,
cervical radiculitis and herniation, degenerations and bulges in the
cervical discs. The causes, types and clinical presentations of headaches
will be explored. Imaging and diagnostic tests will be described.
Guidelines for ordering CT and MRI will be presented.
The characteristics of neck pain, as well as relieving
factors and aggravating factors will be described. Predictors of poor outcome
will be presented and diagnostic imaging will be discussed.
Cervical radiculitis will be defined.
The clinical presentation which should be listed in the patient's history will be noted.
Causes of cervical radiculitis and diagnostic testing will be discussed.
The disc is a structure that is found in between the spinal
vertebral bodies from the neck to the tail bone. The disc serves as a cushion and
helps the spine to move. The most common levels for discs problems will be
presented and the differences between bulging, degeneration and herniation
will be discussed. Imaging and diagnostic tests will be described.
Injuries to the ribs, thoracic and lumbar spine
will be delineated as well as injuries to the upper and lower extremities.
Upon completion of this module,
the participant will be able to:
• Distinguish between a bulging disc, degeneration of a disc or herniation of a disc
• Recognize the predictors of poor outcome for neck pain
Note:
Classes are recommended for all
students but do not count towards CMP accreditation.
