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Digital Seminar

Hip & Knee Total Joint Replacement Surgery - New Options for Pain Management

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Pain management that seemed impossible just a few years ago is now the new reality for today’s total joint candidate.  New advances allow for same-day surgical discharge and the reduced need for narcotic pain killers. In this session, we will examine the new strategies and techniques for total hip and knee patients’ post-op pain management. You’ll also gain a crucial understanding of the drug interactions associated with commonly prescribed post-op medications…and how you can use that to improve patient recovery. Participants are encouraged to bring laptops, tablets, and smartphones for an online activity.

Here's What You'll Learn


Pain Control and Nerve Blocks for the Lower Extremity

  • Pre and post-operative oral medications
  • Difference of femoral versus obturator LE nerve block

Improved Post-Operative Pain Management

  • Pain management options
  • Use of Exparel (pain cocktail)
  • Video demonstration of intra-operative Exparel

Post-Op Medication

  • Online tool for pill identification
  • Case presentations
  • Post-Op medication list
  • Medication interactions

Prescription Opioid Addiction

  • Crisis in US
  • What makes them so addictive
  • Use and administration of Narcan

Everything You're Getting


  • More than 1 hour of video content
  • Up to 2.0 CE credits
  • Certificate of completion
  • Handouts and resources

Meet Your Experts


Terry Rzepkowski, DPT, MS, BS

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Terry L. Rzepkowski, DPT, MS, BS, is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with specialization in orthopedic physical therapy. Throughout his 40+ year career, he has specialized in orthopedic roles, total joint replacement surgery, sports medicine, musculoskeletal outpatient rehab, and as an independent private practitioner. A professor in the health science department for Nova Southeastern University, Terry provides instruction in anatomy, biomechanics, kinesiology, and neuro anatomy. Terry’s current clinical role as a home care physical therapist focuses exclusively on orthopedic surgical patients, which keeps Dr. Rzepkowski abreast of the latest techniques and protocols used in joint care rehab. As a sought-after presenter, he enjoys sharing his advanced orthopedic knowledge with interdisciplinary audiences around the country.
 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Terry Rzepkowski has employment relationships with Nova Southeastern University, CORA Physical Therapy, Presbyterian College, National healthcare Licensing Solutions, Inc., Varsity Tutors, and PTCE. He receives compensation as a national presenter. Terry Rzepkowski receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. He has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Terry Rzepkowski is a member of the APTA.

 

 

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Media Type:
Digital Seminar
Also Available:
DVD
Product Code:
POS064155
Duration:
1 hour, 57 minutes
Copyright:
Aug 01, 2020
Format:
Audio and Video

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