This symposium provides the most up-to-date information for professionals interested in the diagnosis, management, and rehabilitation of acute and chronic shoulder, knee, ankle, foot, and concussion/spine injuries. A special primary care/urgent care provider track will include topics of physical examination, management and optimal referral decisions. The most current concepts will be presented in various methods: didactic sessions, panel discussions, breakouts sessions, and personal interaction with the faculty.
Date: June 15th, 2024
Alena Naff MS, LAT, ATC
Athletic Trainer – Ortho, Spine, Sports Med
alena.naff@emoryhealthcare.org
Program Goals
- Increase knowledge of innovative sports non-surgical and surgical procedures that best optimize patient outcomes and return to sport
- Explain how injury specific rehabilitation can improve patient outcomes
- Identify and diagnose common musculoskeletal injuries including muscle and tendon injury, ligament and labral tears, and instability
- Perform focused history and physical exam on the shoulder, spine/hip, foot/ankle and knee
- Explain how athletes can reduce their risk of ACL and overuse injuries
- Evaluate and formulate treatment plans and provide rehabilitation for various injuries and conditions inherent with shoulder and knee injuries
Who Should Attend?
- This conference is intended for athletic trainers, physical therapists, physicians, physician assistants, residents/fellows, and other health care professionals.
- Students are also encouraged to attend and are offered a comp registration fee.