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Lower Quadrant Medical Screening for the Physical Therapist

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About the Course
This course will provide an efficient and thorough approach for conducting a lower quadrant medical screening examination.  The purpose, indications, and limitations of the lower quadrant screening exam will be presented. This course will provide clinometric properties, when applicable for specific tests, and potential red and yellow flags that may warrant urgent and non-urgent referral.  A case study will be presented which will reinforce learned concepts.


Learning Outcomes

  • List 3 indications for conducting a lower quadrant screening examination.
  • Recall 2 situations where it is not appropriate to perform a lower quadrant screening examination.
  • Recite 3 red flags during lymph node palpation that may warrant a subsequent referral
  • List the purpose of the spurling's maneuver
  • List the clinical relevance of sustained passive cervical rotation on symptom provocation that may justify and outside referral.

About the Author
Bob McCabe, DPT, OCS, is an APTA certified orthopedic specialist with over twenty years of clinical experience. Currently, Bob works at the NYU Center for Musculoskeletal Care as an upper extremity specialist. In his current role, Bob has extensive experience with professional & adolescent athletes, and patients with degenerative/arthritic shoulder conditions. He previously worked as a Senior Physical Therapist world renowned facilities, including the Andrews Institute for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine and the Nicholas Institute for Sports Medicine & Athletic Trauma (NISMAT).

Bob received his transitional doctorate in physical therapy from Arcadia University and completed his master’s degree in physical therapy from Long Island University. He also holds a master’s degree in Biomechanics from New York University. He is pursuing his Ph.D. in Ergonomics & Biomechanics at New York University where he is completing his dissertation. Bob has been published in the Journal of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy as well as the North American Journal of Sports Physical Therapy. Bob has presented sports medicine seminars and research studies at over 200 local and national conferences and association.

How to Receive Credit

  • Read the entire course online or in print.
  • Answer the final examination questions at the end of the course. A passing grade of 75% is required. Test questions link content to learning objectives as a method to enhance individualized learning and material retention.
  • Provide required personal information and payment information.
  • Complete the mandatory course evaluation.
  • Print your Certificate of Completion.


Resolution of Conflict of Interest
Colibri Healthcare, LLC implemented mechanisms prior to the planning and implementation of the continuing education activity, to identify and resolve conflicts of interest for all individuals in a position to control content of the course activity.

Sponsorship/Commercial Support and Non-Endorsement
It is the policy of Colibri not to accept commercial support. Furthermore, commercial interests are prohibited from distributing or providing access to this activity to learners.

Disclaimer
The information provided in this activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition.

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