Pediatric Sports: Safe Return to Play - Overhead Athletes and Shoulder Pain

Saturday, April 17, 2021, 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM PST, Webinar

Shoulder pain and overuse injuries in the overhead adolescent athlete have become more common with the increase in demand of youth sports and sports specialization. During this lecture, participants will learn about the pathophysiology of shoulder pain in overhead athletes, and its relationship to overuse injuries. A review of the shoulder physical examination and prevention of injury will be discussed. Participants will also be presented with a physical therapy perspective to further understand the indications for specialized care as well as various treatment options.

Registration is required.

All practitioners: free.

AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (1.00 hours), Non-Physician Participation Credit (1.00 hours)

1. Evaluate the pathophysiology of shoulder pain in overhead athletes in order to be able to diagnose in patients presenting with symptoms.
2. Develop strategies to conduct a shoulder physical examination for the overhead athlete in the pediatric population.
3. Counsel patients on how to prevent shoulder pain and overuse injuries.
4. Discuss indications for specialized care with patients.
5. Examine the role of physical therapy in the treatment and plan to return to sport.

The Stanford University School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.


Credit Designation
The Stanford University School of Medicine designates this Live Activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits^TM.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

The California Board of Registered Nursing recognizes that Continuing Medical Education (CME) is acceptable for meeting RN continuing education requirements as long as the course is certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credits^TM (rn.ca.gov).  Nurses will receive a Certificate of Participation following this activity that may be used for license renewal. The provider number is: 0000751.

Stanford Health Care Department of Rehabilitation is an approved provider for physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech language pathology for courses that meet the requirements set forth by the respective Boards. This course is approved for 1 hour CEU for PT.

Cancellation Policy

Stanford University School of Medicine reserves the right to cancel or postpone this program if necessary; in the event of cancellation, course fees will be fully refunded. We are not responsible for other costs incurred such as non-refundable airline tickets or hotel penalties.

Accessibility Statement
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