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Optional Sessions

Separate fee required for the following optional sessions. Limited seating is available. Optional sessions are only open to course registrants.

If you have already registered for the Practical Advances in Musculoskeletal and Sports Care course, please call AAFP at (800) 274-2237 to register for an optional session.






Joint Injection
Friday, June 7, 2013
1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
$150


Compare musculoskeletal injections by site, steroid agent and dose, and potential side effects. Discuss indications, benefits, and limitations of prolotherapy, PRP, and autologous blood injections through review of evidence based literature. Demonstrate proper technique for various joint injections (via use of models). Assess the benefits of adding musculoskeletal injections to your practice.

Splinting/Casting
Friday, June 7, 2013
3:30 - 6:30 p.m.
$225

Compare the indications for using casts, splints or wrapping and taping. Demonstrate effective application of a splint or cast, and wrapping/taping technique.

Practical Advances in Musculoskeletal and Sports Care