Video: Intermediate Sports Medicine: Module 2 Intro (1 min)

Introduction

In module two, we will move into advanced assessment strategies used in sports medicine. This expands on the knowledge base set in UFCPI Level 1 and covers regional areas in more detail. Specifically, this module will first touch on pain science and its importance in clinical and sports settings, then cover the principles underpinning advanced orthopedic assessment. This will be followed by more detailed units covering the upper, spine, and lower limbs. It is expected that at the end of this module, the reader will have a solid understanding of what encompasses advanced orthopedic assessments and how to apply this in sports settings. Here, we will detail the following areas:

• Pain science
• Advanced Orthopedic Assessment - Principles
• Advanced Orthopedic Assessment – Upper Limb
• Advanced Orthopedic Assessment – Spinal
• Advanced Orthopedic Assessment – Lower Limb

Learning Objectives

Module 2: Advanced Assessment

1. Outline the components of an orthopedic assessment, including subjective and objective assessments.
2. Explain the purpose and methodology of special tests and functional tests in sports medicine.
3. Discuss the importance of evidence-based practice in the diagnosis and treatment of sports injuries.
4. Describe the principles and techniques for assessing range of motion, strength, and neurological function.
5. Identify the key elements of a comprehensive clinical orthopedic assessment.