PRESENTATION OBJECTIVES

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Title: Orthobiologics in Sports Medicine: Evidence-Based Applications for Injury Recovery and Performance

1. Explore the Science of Orthobiologics – Examine the biological principles and mechanisms behind platelet-rich plasma (PRP), stem cells, and other regenerative therapies in musculoskeletal healing.
2. Assess Clinical Evidence and Indications – Analyze current research and clinical data supporting the use of orthobiologics for common sports injuries, including tendon, ligament, and cartilage disorders.
3. Optimize Integration into Sports Medicine Practice – Identify best practices for incorporating orthobiologic treatments into rehabilitation and return-to-play protocols while addressing safety, efficacy, and ethical considerations.

Title: Thumb Ulnar Ligament

1. Identify the relevant anatomy of the thumb MCP joint
2. Analyze physical exam findings and diagnostic work up
3. Explore the operative and non-operative treatments including hand therapy protocols.

Title: Non-Operative Management of Shoulder Complaints in Overhead Throwing Athletes

1. Examine common diagnostic approaches to shoulder pain in throwers
2. Identify unique syndromes that can effect the throwing athlete
3. Learn role of injections, orthobiologics and other modalities in shoulder pain
4. Implement advanced therapy measures and screening for throwing athletes 

Title: Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries: Diagnosis, Management, Recovery, and Prevention

1. To explain common mechanisms of ACL injuries along with common physical examination findings in patients with ACL injuries
2. To provide an overview of common ACL surgery techniques and provide a thorough understanding of postoperative rehabilitation protocols
3. To identify key strategies in return-to-sport decisions and ACL injury prevention

Title: Safe to Run. Physiologic Testing of the Lower Extremities

1. Explain factors contributing to running-related injuries
2. Summarize the roles of training load and physiologic capacity in injury risk and the limitations of basic assessments.
3. Utilize evidence-based assessments for key deficiencies
4. Apply targeted assessments to identify strength, endurance, power, and motor control deficits in runners.
5. Make data-driven decisions for treatment progress and determine safe timelines for returning to running.

Title: The Core: The Key to Unlocking Pain Free Movement

1. Understand the basic causes of core dysfunction 
2. Experience testing and palpation strategies to determine dysfunction
3. Experience both stretching and strengthening strategies for remedying dysfunction 
4. Understand the difference caused by being right or left-handed
5. Understand the dysfunctional changes in movement patterns caused by injuries left unmanaged

Title: Return to Sports Takes Teamwork

1. Identify the areas of readiness an athlete needs to prepare for RTS 
2. Be able to create an objective assessment battery for RTS 
3. Learn about the setup and implementation of multiple assessments used for RTS 
4. Demonstrate and practice a variety of functional assessments  
5. Analyze the outcomes of the functional assessments  
6. Devise a RTS progression/integration plan that uses collaboration with PT, ATC, S&C Coach, and sport coaches.

Title: The Use of Performance Technology in Day to Day Operation and Return to Play in Collegiate Basketball

1. To explain how performance technology is integrated into daily operations and return-to-play protocols in collegiate basketball.
2. To demonstrate the roles and collaboration of the performance staff in collecting, analyzing, and communicating athlete data using tools such as Kinexon, FirstBeat, and Force Frame.
3. To evaluate the impact of performance metrics on practice management, injury rehabilitation, and return-to-play decisions through real-world application and a case study.

Title: Blood Flow Restriction: Current Concepts & Applications

1. Identify basic research behind the use of BFR
2. Identify the use of BFR in the outpatient PT setting
3. Identify the different BFR equipment available, with emphasis on BStrong brand

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Title: Chronic Medical Conditions in the Athlete

1. Identify common chronic medical conditions that can be seen in the athlete
2. Identify acute infections in the athlete
3. Grasp the equipment/emergency tools that may be needed on the sideline for chronic medical conditions

Title: Leadership Evolution and Philosophy Development

1. Identify basic principles of leadership.
2. Identify and employ one leadership technique in your current setting.
3. Develop an individual leadership philosophy.

Title: Shoulder Instability: An Evidence Based Approach

1. Describe when shoulder instability should be treated operatively
2. Identify rehab principles and return to play after shoulder stabilization
3. Identify key differences between anterior and posterior labral tears

Title: Unload, Rebuild, Reload; Managing the Injured

1. Analyze the biomechanical and training load factors contributing to common running-related injuries
2. Identify key risk factors for running injury recurrence and strategies for primary and secondary injury prevention
3. Analyze evidence-based treatment approaches for high-prevalence running injuries including tendinopathies, stress reactions, and overuse syndromes

Title: The Low Back: It is truly a pain!

1. Identify back pain
2. Analyze the athlete’s lifestyle and its impact on injury prevention
3. Identify stability and tightness, and define testing and remedies
4. Identify mobility and weakness, and define testing and remedies
5. Evaluate activation and how it can impact the back

Title: Advancing Clinical Insight: OATS Procedure Rehab, Abdominal Pain Evaluation, and Manual Techniques

1. Analyze the OATS procedure and rehabilitative concerns following said procedure.
2. Identify different causes and correlations of nondescript abdominal pain.
3. Recognize implementation and utilization of Manual exercise techniques.

Title: Athletic Training for Gymnastic, Cheerleading and Dance

1. To identify common injuries associated with competitive gymnastics, cheerleading, and dance, and understand their relationship to sport-specific movement patterns.
2. To review key flexibility, joint range of motion, and strength requirements unique to artistic sports and how these influence injury prevention and performance.
3. To demonstrate taping techniques tailored to the demands of artistic sports, highlighting their role in injury management and athletic support.

Title: From Impact to Recovery: Optimizing Concussion Assessment and Treatment

1. Perform comprehensive concussion evaluations. 
2. Identify the appropriate concussion clinical profile based on symptom presentation
3. Explore rehabilitation techniques including exercise progression, vestibular therapy, oculomotor training, exertion therapy, and return-to-play protocols to optimize recovery outcomes.