The Osteopathic Approach Edition 2
Expand your musculoskeletal treatment skills for chronic and acute conditions.
Equivalent to AOA Category 2 credit
Musculoskeletal complaints are the second most common reason patients seek medical attention, but studies indicate that musculoskeletal and sports-medicine education in U.S. medical schools and primary care residencies may be inadequate.
This osteopathic CME delivers evidence-based information and care strategies you can immediately apply to common musculoskeletal and sports-related conditions you see in practice.
- Backache
- Osteoarthritis
- Joint and shoulder pain
- Leg and knee pain
- Osteoporosis
Musculoskeletal complaints are the second most common reason patients seek medical attention, but studies indicate that musculoskeletal and sports-medicine education in U.S. medical schools and primary care residencies may be inadequate.
This osteopathic CME delivers evidence-based information and care strategies you can immediately apply to common musculoskeletal and sports-related conditions you see in practice.
- Backache
- Osteoarthritis
- Joint and shoulder pain
- Leg and knee pain
- Osteoporosis
Learning Objectives
Differentiate and assess the common presenting symptoms.
Explore treatment options for the various diseases discussed and examine clinical best practices in the diagnosis and management of each disease.
Develop individualized, patient-centered treatment strategies that take into account patients’ health goals.
Manage and monitor the treatments to meet the health goals for each patient.
Additional details
Cervical Spine Conditions
William Cox, DO
Extremity Concerns: A Systems-Based Approach
Rob Danoff, DO, MS, FAAFP, FACOFP; Tom Sabalaske, DO and Usaima Siddiqi, DO
Introduction
Robin Creamer, DO, FAAFP
Lumbar Spine Conditions
William Cox, DO
Obesity Management for the Primary Care Physician
Catherine (Cate) Varney, DO, FAAFP, FOMA
Osteopathy in Pregnancy
Sarah J. James, DO, FACOFP
Osteoporosis Treatment Update
Robin Creamer, DO, FAAFP; Brianna Wynne, MD
Reflection Session*
Robin Creamer, DO, FAAFP; Brianna Wynne, MD
STEADI: Promoting Older Adult Health and Independence Through Fall Prevention
Robin Creamer, DO, FAAFP; Justin Hess, DPT
*Enhance your patient care today and earn up to two additional AAFP Prescribed credits for when you complete the Translation to Practice® (t2p®) process.
Activity course director
Robin Creamer, DO, AAFP
Medical director, Faculty Family Medicine Residency and Geriatric Fellowship, AdventHealth, Winter Park, Florida
Speakers
W. Joshua Cox, DO, FACOFP
Executive dean and vice provost for medical affairs, professor of family medicine, KCU-COM
Rob Danoff, DO, MS, FAAFP, FACOFP
Program director, Family Medicine Residency, program director, Combined Family Medicine/Emergency Medicine Residency, Jefferson Health-Northeast, clinical professor of family and community medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University, program director, Family Medicine, Residency, program director, Combined Family Medicine/Emergency Medicine Residency, Jefferson Health-Northeast, director of the Jefferson Northeast COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Centers
Justin C. Hess, DPT, PT, OCS
Orthopedic research manager, AdventHealth Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation, Orlando, Florida
Sarah J. James, DO, FACOFP
Director of osteopathic education, University of Wisconsin Department of Family Medicine and Community Health
Tom Sabalaske, DO
Director of neuromusculoskeletal medicine for Jefferson Northeast
Usaima Siddiqi, DO
Emergency medicine physician and clinical faculty, Jefferson Health Northeast, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Catherine (Cate) Varney, DO, FAAFP, FOMA
Diplomat, assistant professor, Department of Family Medicine, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia
Brianna Wynne, MD
Assistant professor, Department of Aging and Geriatric Research, Geriatric Medicine Division, University of Florida College of Medicine
Is this CME accredited?
Yes, this CME is accredited. It’s worth up to nine AAFP Prescribed and AOA Category 2 credits.
What topics are covered?
This osteopathic course covers common musculoskeletal complaints, including:
- Body-part-specific injury treatment, such as backache, joint and shoulder pain, leg and knee pain
- Systemic health conditions, such as osteoarthritis and osteoporosis
- Inflammation, sports specific injuries and more
Who should enroll?
Physicians, nurses, physical therapists and other medical professionals are encouraged to take this course. AAFP members and new physicians get the best price.
How do I access the course?
Once you’ve purchased your course, you’ll need to log in. Afterward, you can access the course from a mobile device, laptop or desktop.
Can I complete the course at my own pace?
Yes, you can complete the course at your own pace. You’ll have access to the course until November 14, 2027.