1000 – 2024 SCI Review Course

June 15, 2024
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2024 SCI Review Course

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2024 SCI Review Course

The SCI Review Course provides attendees with a comprehensive approach to practicing managing, and rehabilitating spinal cord injuries, addressing both physical and psychological aspects, and catering to diverse populations affected by SCI.

Learning Objectives:

  • Review and discuss the normal anatomy and physiology of the spinal cord to interpret the basis of spinal cord injuries (SCI) and their effects.
  • List the various nontraumatic myelopathies, including their causes, symptoms, and management strategies.
  • Interpret the prevalence, causes, and trends of spinal cord injuries to inform prevention and treatment strategies.
  • Explore how SCI affects endocrine and metabolic functions and how to manage these dysfunctions.
  • Articulate the role of nutrition and immune system factors in SCI and how to support overall health in affected individuals.
  • Review the unique aspects of spinal cord disorders in children and adolescents and their specific treatment needs.
  • Explore the psychosocial challenges faced by individuals with SCI and strategies to support adjustment and mental health.
  • Illustrate the impact of SCI on sexual function and fertility, and approaches to manage these issues.
  • Discuss musculoskeletal complications and pain management strategies for individuals with SCI.
  • Review techniques and approaches for restoring upper extremity function in individuals with tetraplegia.
  • List the prevention and management of pressure injuries in individuals with SCI.
  • Assess the complexities and management strategies when SCI is accompanied by brain injury.
  • Explore effective rehabilitation practices for improving function and quality of life in individuals with SCI.
  • Discuss and identify the causes and management of spasticity in individuals with SCI.
  • Identify respiratory complications of SCI and strategies for their management.

ACCREDITATION

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the New Jersey Academy of Family Physicians and the Academy of Spinal Cord Injury Professionals. The New Jersey Academy of Family Physicians is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The New Jersey Academy of Family Physicians designates this live activity for a maximum of 7.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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