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Achilles Tendon Rupture: Therapy Considerations

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About the Course
By bridging the gap in standardized care practices, this course aims to enhance patient outcomes and functional recovery through the application of current research and clinical guidelines, advancing knowledge and skills in managing one of the most common and challenging orthopedic injuries. 

Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the learner will be able to:

  • Discuss the anatomy related to Achilles tendon injuries and repair of rupture.
  • Describe the evidence-based surgical and non-surgical treatment options for Achilles tendon rupture and their benefits.
  • Understand the utility of therapy exercises at different stages following Achilles tendon rupture.

About the Author/Presenter/Peer Reviewers
Lisa Bergen, PT, DPT

Nicholas J. Bertoni, MD, FACEP 

John Makopoulos, MD 

How to Receive Credit 

  • Read the entire course online or in print which requires a 2-hour commitment of time. 
  • After completion of the course, complete the final examination.  A passing grade of 70% is required. Test questions link content to learning outcomes as a method to enhance individualized learning and material retention. 
    Note to Nursing professionals: Depending on your state requirements, you will be asked to either affirm that you have completed the course, or you will be required to complete the Post-test included in the course.
  • Provide required personal information and payment information.
  • Complete the mandatory course evaluation.
  • Print your Certificate of Completion.

DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST
In accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education, InforMed implemented mechanisms, prior to the planning and implementation of this CME activity, to identify and resolve conflicts of interest for all individuals in a position to control the content of this CME activity.

STAFF AND CONTENT REVIEWERS
InforMed staff, input committee and all content validation reviewers involved with this activity have reported no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients.

DISCLAIMER
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Accreditations and Approvals
InforMed is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.