Shoulder & Elbow Joint Replacements – New Advancements in Rehab

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Terry Rzepkowski, DPT, MS, BS Related seminars and products

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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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Objectives

1. Differentiate the indications and procedures of TSA and rev TSA including post-operative rehabilitation protocols to improve shoulder mobility and stability allowing for improved functional use for engagement in ADLs.
2. Investigate surgical approaches, procedures and post-op restrictions through video presentation of joint replacement procedures 
3. Evaluate criteria for same day surgery and use of nerve blocks used for UE surgery 
4. Examine various post-operative pain management methods to improve functional outcomes for patients.

Outline

Indications and Procedures of TSA and Rev TSA 

• RTC integrity and function 
• Clinical testing for RTC function 
• How the RSA allows function 

Joint Replacement Procedures 

• Surgical approaches 
• Video demonstrations of TSA and RSA 
• Post-op considerations 
• Video demonstration of total elbow joint replacement 

Criteria for Same Day Surgery 

• Evaluate criteria 
• Interscalene block: use of nerve blocks for UE surgery 
• Video demonstration of UE nerve block 

Post-Operative Pain Management 

• Pan management options 
• Use of Exparel (pain cocktail) 
• Video demonstrations of intra-operative Exparel 

Target Audience

• Physical Therapists
• Occupational Therapists
• Athletic Trainers