Musculoskeletal and Sports Medicine Edition 11
Sports medicine online CME course
From bones and joints to ligaments and muscles, the human body can suffer a variety of injuries. Family physicians are often the first medical professional to address pain and create treatment plans.
This sports medicine CME course covers a variety of musculoskeletal injuries, pain management and more. Tap into evidence-based tools to help you treat injuries no matter age or activity level.
- Evaluation and diagnostics, including when to use MRI
- Determining stage and severity of common injuries and diseases, such as myofascial pain, osteoporosis and concussion
- Examining range of motion, stability, bone alignment and swelling or masses
- Pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies to manage pain
- Injury avoidance and protective gear
- Treatment of Special Olympics and other disabled athletes
From bones and joints to ligaments and muscles, the human body can suffer a variety of injuries. Family physicians are often the first medical professional to address pain and create treatment plans.
This sports medicine CME course covers a variety of musculoskeletal injuries, pain management and more. Tap into evidence-based tools to help you treat injuries no matter age or activity level.
- Evaluation and diagnostics, including when to use MRI
- Determining stage and severity of common injuries and diseases, such as myofascial pain, osteoporosis and concussion
- Examining range of motion, stability, bone alignment and swelling or masses
- Pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies to manage pain
- Injury avoidance and protective gear
- Treatment of Special Olympics and other disabled athletes
Learning Objectives
Evaluate and diagnose common musculoskeletal conditions and diseases.
Prepare evidence-based treatment recommendations for patients with musculoskeletal injuries and disorders, including pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic strategies.
Assess injured bones or soft tissue to determine the stage and severity of the injury.
Review examination techniques, including range of motion, stability, bone alignment and assessment of soft tissue swelling/masses.
Counsel patients who participate in organized sports or rigorous athletics on injury avoidance and use of protective gear.
Additional details
Acute Clavicle and Shoulder Injuries
Charles W. Webb, DO
Acute Knee
Nate Falk, MD, MBA, CAQSM, FAAFP
Adding to Your Toolbox: Pre-Participation Physical Examination
Namita Bhardwaj, MD, MS, MPH
Cervical Spine
W. Joshua Cox, DO, FACOFP
Chronic Knee Pain in Primary Care
Sarah Merrill, MD
Chronic Shoulder Pain
Nate Falk, MD, MBA, CAQSM, FAAFP
Common Pediatric and Adolescent Sports Injuries
Deepak S. Patel, MD, FAAFP
Evaluation and Management of Acute Foot Pain and Injuries
Fred H. Brennan, Jr., DO, FAOASM, FAAFP
Evaluation and Management of Common Ailments of the Elbow, Forearm and Wrist
Fred H. Brennan, Jr., DO, FAOASM, FAAFP
Evaluation and Management of Hip Pain
Justin Bailey, MD, FAAFP
Exercise is Medicine: Moving Your Patients to Better Health
Deepak S. Patel, MD, FAAFP
From Your Friendly Prior Authorization Reviewer
Adrienne Parad, MD, FAAFP
Get to Know Hand Injuries Like the Back of Your Hand
Sarah Merrill, MD
Gout: Diagnosis, Management and Prevention
Naomi R. Clancy, MD, FAAFP
Musculoskeletal Pain Management—Beyond Opioids: Exploring Effective Alternatives
Brian V. Joachims, MD, FAAFP
Myofascial Pain Syndrome
Thomas Sabalaske, DO
Osteoarthritis in the Old and Young
Nate Falk, MD, MBA, CAQSM, FAAFP
Osteoporosis: What’s New in the 2023 ACP Guideline Update
Robin Cornel Creamer, DO, FAAFP
Reflection Session*
Deepak S. Patel, MD, FAAFP
Team Physician for Special Olympics—The Journey of a Family Physician
Jeffrey A. Zlotnick, MD, DABFP, FAAFP
The Challenge of the Limping Child
Suraj Achar, MD
The Headaches and Confusion in Concussion Management
Deepak S. Patel, MD, FAAFP
Thoracic and Lumbar Spine Injuries
Charles W. Webb, DO
Unraveling the Overlapping Web: Musculoskeletal Manifestations of the Inflammatory Arthritides
Brian V. Joachims, MD, FAAFP
Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing: When it is Not Just a Simple Ankle Sprain
Velyn Wu, MD, MACM, CAQSM, FAAFP
*Enhance your patient care today and earn up to 2 additional AAFP Prescribed credits for when you complete the Translation to Practice® (t2p®) process.
Is this CME accredited?
Yes, this CME is accredited. It’s worth up to 24.5 AAFP Prescribed credits. An additional two Prescribed credits are available for participation in each Translation to Practice® exercise.
What topics are covered?
This sports medicine CME course covers a wide range of topics, including:
- Body part-specific injury treatment, such as knees, shoulders, spine, clavicle, hip and more
- Pain management, including opioid and non-opioid treatment methods
- 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. Afterwards, 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 July 24, 2027.