Applying Musculoskeletal Principles to the Painful Neurological Shoulder

Applying Musculoskeletal Principles to the Painful Neurological ShoulderDESCRIPTION The webinar will focus on shoulder examination and identification of common shoulder pathologies. In addition, intervention techniques, therapeutic exercise programs and positioning principles for shoulder preservation will be discussed. The review also will summarize the existing literature on the impact of these conditions on rehabilitation and long term outcomes. LEARNER OUTCOMES Upon completion of this course, participants will be able

DESCRIPTION
The webinar will focus on shoulder examination and identification of common shoulder pathologies. In addition, intervention techniques, therapeutic exercise programs and positioning principles for shoulder preservation will be discussed. The review also will summarize the existing literature on the impact of these conditions on rehabilitation and long-term outcomes.

LEARNER OUTCOMES
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Discuss options related to diagnosis/classification of shoulder pain to
   direct intervention
2. Assess the shoulder using a cluster of findings for clinical diagnosis of
   shoulder pathology
3. Identify interventions that address impairments of body function and structure, activity limitations and participation restrictions of associated shoulder conditions
   
4. Identify pathoanatomical features of the glenohumeral joint and discuss positioning techniques related to decreasing joint congruency for targeting reductions in tissue irritability

INSTRUCTOR
Colleen Hanlon, PT, CSCS, DHS

AUDIENCE
Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants

SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION
Participants will watch the on-demand recording in its entirety and complete an assessment and feedback module in the Academy Learning Portal. You will have three months from the date of purchase to complete and review the course material. You will receive a reminder email two weeks before the expiration date.

CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS
Occupational Therapy:

Physical Therapy: This online course has been approved by the Illinois Physical Therapy Board for 1.0 Contact Hours. Approval #216-000069

The Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is recognized by California and the New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider of physical therapy and physical therapist assistant continuing education for 1.0 Contact Hours on 2/6/2026.

Many states accept continuing education contact hours recognized in other states, enabling professionals to use these hours to meet their licensing or certification requirements. Please consult your state regulations to see if this meets CEU requirements for your license.

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