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1. Explore the relationship of the neural system continuum and musculoskeletal problems
2. Discover differential diagnosis procedures to use for problem solving and successful treatment of upper quadrant pain and dysfunction
3. Examine Upper Limb Neurodynamic Testing (ULNT) and Scratch Collapse Test to rule in nerve pathologies including double crush
4. Define pain mechanisms and ways to identify central sensitization
5. Develop a sequential exercise program starting with addressing the symptoms
6. Utilize mirror therapy and graded motor imagery along with the biopsychosocial approach to improve outcomes

ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY

• The relationship of neurovascular and musculoskeletal problems—joints, ligaments, bone, muscle, and nerve
• Movement in the nervous system

DIFFERENTIAL DIAGNOSIS OF THE UPPER QUADRANT—NECK, SHOULDER, WRIST, AND HAND

• Degenerative cervical dysfunction
• Symptom identification
• Proximal vs. distal symptoms
  • Cervical radiculopathy
  • Shoulder pathology
  • Tenosynovitis

UNDERSTANDING OF CONNECTIVE TISSUE, NEURAL RELATIONSHIP, AND MUSCLE IMBALANCE

• Pathophysiology of neural tissue
• Consequences of muscle imbalance

IDENTIFICATION OF NERVE COMPRESSION SITES

• Upper Limb Neurodynamics Testing (ULNT) and Scratch Collapse Test
• Classification of nerve compression injuries

DEMONSTRATION AND LAB—UPPER LIMB TENSION TESTING (ULTT)

TREATMENT STRATEGIES:
MOVEMENT-BASED MANAGEMENT

• Nerve gliding
• Muscle re-education
• Mirror Therapy and Graded Motor Imagery
• Ergonomic strategies

HOME EXERCISE PROGRAM

Susan W. Stralka is a licensed physical therapist with many years of experience treating both the musculoskeletal and neurovascular consequences of injury. She is a guest lecturer at The University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center in Memphis, Tennessee (UTHSC) and earned a Master's Degree and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from there. She has a strong clinical background in treating the neurogenic and musculoskeletal consequences of injury.

Susan has presented nationally and internationally in upper and lower extremity dysfunctions, as well as pain management. In March, 2013, Dr. Stralka lectured in New Dehli, India at the International Federation of Societies for Hand Therapy (IFSHT) and in September, 2013, she was the keynote speaker at the Brazilian Society of Hand Therapists in Gionia, Brazil. Susan has written numerous articles and chapters on a wide variety of topics related to physical therapy for many national publications and health journals. Her most recent publications are: "Graded Motor Imagery" in the Journal of Hand Therapy (2011), "Thoracic Outlet Syndrome" in the book entitled Neck and Arm Pain Syndromes (Elsevier, 2011) and a chapter on "Spinal Cord Injury/Central Nervous System/Brachial Plexus" in the book, Hand & Upper Extremity Rehabilitation (2013).

Dr. Stralka has received numerous honors throughout her career and, in 2012, she was the recipient of the Dorothy B. Kaufmann Lectureship given by the Philadelphia Hand Rehabilitation Foundation.

Speaker Disclosures:

Financial: Susan Stralka is the president and owner of Stralka Consultants: Allied Health Therapeutic Solutions, PLLC. She receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc.

Non-financial: Susan Stralka is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association; the American Academy of Sports Medicine; and the American Academy of Pain Management.

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Occupational Therapists & Occupational Therapy Assistants
No CE available for this board.

Florida Occupational Therapists & Occupational Therapy Assistant: PESI, Inc. is an approved provider with the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy. Provider Number 50-399. This self-study course qualifies for 5.3 continuing education credits.

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Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants
This self-study course consists of 5.25 clock hours of instruction that is applicable for physical therapists. CE requirements for physical therapists vary by state/jurisdiction. Please retain the certificate of completion that you receive and use as proof of completion when required.

California Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants: PESI, Inc. is recognized by the Physical Therapy Board of California as an approval agency to approve providers. This self-study lecture qualifies for 5.25 continuing competency hours.

Illinois Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants: PESI, Inc. is a Registered Physical Therapy Continuing Education Sponsor through the State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation. License #: 216.000270. This self-study course qualifies for 5.0 CE credit hours.

New York Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants: PESI, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Department, State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider for physical therapy and physical therapy assistant continuing education. This self-study course qualifies for 6.4 contact hours.

Texas Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants: This self-study activity is provided by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners Accredited Provider #2106032TX and meets continuing competence requirements for physical therapist and physical therapist assistant licensure renewal in Texas. This activity will provide 5.25 CCUs. The assignment of Texas PT CCUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by TPTA or TBPTE. Full attendance is required; no partial credits will be offered for partial attendance.

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Other Professions
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