As a leading authority on the subject of concussion and CTE, the Concussion for Physicians & Medical Specialists Course is widely recognized for its valuable and thorough approach to patient care. Through its five modules, physicians have access to eleven hours worth of high-quality video lectures and accompanying documents to assist them in cultivating the tools they need to accurately diagnose and treat concussion cases. Thus, equipping healthcare providers with the skills to manage any concussion-related circumstance confidently and competently.
This course explores concussion prevalence, as well as the pathophysiology of concussion signs and other such aspects, such as baseline physical and neurocognitive testing and interpretation, acute concussion assessment, imaging, red flags, return-to-learn, -work, and -play. It also delves into persistent concussion symptoms (PCS) and the ramifications of chronic traumatic encephalopathy.
This comprehensive course has been developed with the purpose of equipping healthcare professionals, particularly physicians and medical specialists, with the advanced knowledge and necessary tools to provide cutting-edge treatment and care for young athletes and concussion cases. Through this training, these healthcare workers will benefit from understanding the most current developments in regards to diagnoses and management of these conditions, as well as being prepared to provide top-notch and optimal care for their patients.
In today’s blog, we are going to briefly talk about each of the 5 modules that the course has and what you should expect to learn from each one once enrolled.
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According to the CDC, annually, approximately 223,135 adults are admitted to emergency departments due to traumatic brain injuries.
Although there are many methods and programs on how to avoid concussions in youth sports, their prevalence cannot be averted even with athletes safeguarding themselves with protective gear. This 2-hour module covers the fundamentals of epidemiology and concussion prevention. It also explains the potential concussion risk factors, evidence-based treatments, and education and prevention strategies in youth sports.
Moreover, the module encompasses the most suitable practices for returning to leisure and working activities which are essential for proper recovery. Once completed, you and the medical provider will be fully prepared to identify, treat, and educate concussion patients on how to reduce the likelihood of future injuries.
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In this 2-hour module, Physicians and Medical Specialists will gain a comprehensive understanding of what happens in the brain during a concussion from a metabolic, circulatory, and neurophysiological perspective.
It also explains Second Impact Syndrome and the hazards and potential consequences it presents to youth athletes. Furthermore, it also explores the various theories of how concussions produce metabolic, circulatory, and neurophysiological changes in young athletes and the supporting evidence for them.
Lastly, the module emphasizes how Physicians and Medical Specialists can identify concussion and protect their patients from this serious injury. Upon completion, you will have all the necessary knowledge and strategies to aid concussion patients in returning to their usual activities.
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A Baseline Testing Protocol is simply a set of physical and cognitive tests that athletes involved in youth sports take to measure healthy brain functions before the beginning of a season.
This 2-hour online training module gives Physicians and Medical Specialists the skills necessary to effectively administer and analyze neurocognitive tests as part of the baseline testing assessments. Evidence shows that baseline testing is beneficial in providing healthcare practitioners with important information on which to compare should an athlete sustain a concussion.
Moreover, it also focuses on the basics of administering a neurocognitive test and interpreting the results. Consequently, it will cover different factors that are essential to understanding and interpreting test results, as well as strategies to raise the accuracy of evaluations.
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This module has been designed with Physicians and Medical Specialists in mind and is crafted to provide a comprehensive overview of evidence-based practices for the assessment and management of acute concussion injuries.
It covers everything from the initial assessment to ruling out potential red flags, as well as written concussion care instructions and an in-depth exploration of return to learn, work, and play-specific concussion guidelines and protocols.
At the end of the module, medical health specialists will be well-versed in concussion resources and proficient in their capacity to diagnose and manage all types of concussion injuries competently and accurately.
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Physicians and Medical Specialists will be delighted by this 3-hour module as it covers the most challenging and complex cases of concussion.
They will be given an in-depth exploration of the latest information on topics such as PCS, CTE, long-term neurodegenerative conditions, and the associated evidence. Furthermore, the module will include guidance on how to negotiate the complicated medical environment surrounding concussion care.
Once completed, Physicians and Medical Specialists will possess the skills necessary to converse effectively and construct corresponding rehabilitative interventions to help those patients affected by concussions and PCS with their recovery.
Are you a physician or medical specialist looking to take your concussion care practice to the next level? Complete Concussions’ online training is the perfect opportunity for you to gain valuable tools, resources, and knowledge to do just that. Our research-based approach to concussion training was designed to help clients progress through the concussion recovery process while allowing therapists to learn a variety of management techniques.
Complete Concussions’ comprehensive online training course helps medical professionals sharpen their concussion care practices and give their clients top quality care. Our research-based approach teaches therapists a variety of important management techniques and allows them to support their patients at every turn of the concussion recovery road. Plus, after enrolling in Complete Concussions’ affordable training program, you and your team will become well-versed in the most effective methods for concussion recovery. It’s a priceless investment that’ll make your practice truly remarkable.
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