6th Annual Evidence-Based Update Management of Shoulder Injuries

Thursday, September 29, 2022, 7:00 AM - 12:20 PM, Grand Marquis

The medical literature is constantly evolving and practitioners often find it hard to stay current with best practice guidelines. The shoulder is a complex structure involving four joints, working together to allow multi-planar motion. Consequently, patients who injure their shoulder, need to be closely evaluated as shoulder injuries can involve multiple structures which can impact recovery. Shoulder injuries among an active population are quite common. Studies have illustrated that roughly 15-20% of sports injuries occur to the shoulder. The most common injuries include dislocation, sprains, cartilage, tendon injuries, and fractures.

In order to provide optimal care, clinicians must be familiar with shoulder anatomy and recognize common signs and symptoms of injury. Practitioners should utilize appropriate clinical tests and imaging in order to make the correct diagnosis. Patient care is often difficult as injury can impact pain, function, sleep, daily activity, and sports participation. Treatment often varies between practitioners and is frequently not based on the best available evidence. The use of biologics may benefit some patients, but the proper patient selection and use need to be scrutinized to optimize outcomes. Conservative and surgical treatment options should be weighed and selected based on optimal outcomes. Reinjury rates and limitation of function are still concerning, emphasizing the need for rehabilitation and return to activity should be based on objective criteria and the best evidence.

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In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences and University Orthopaedic Associates. Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Physicians: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences designates this live activity for a maximum of 4.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Physician Assistants: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 4.25 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.


Athletic Trainers: University Orthopaedic Associates, LLC (P959) is recognized by the Board of Certification, Inc. to offer continuing education for Certified Athletic Trainers. This program is currently under BOC review for approval of a maximum of 4.25 hours of Category A continuing education. Certified Athletic Trainers are responsible for claiming only those hours actually spent participating in the continuing educational activity.

Physical Therapists: Application for continuing educational credits for physical therapists has been filed with the NJ Board of Physical Therapy Examiners. Formal notice of approval will be posted to the course website when approved.

Advanced Practice Nurses and Nurses may participate in this educational activity and earn a letter of attendance as AANP and ANCC accept AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ through their reciprocity agreements.

AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (4.25 hours), AAPA Category 1 CME (4.25 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (4.25 hours)

Grand Marquis
1550 U.S. 9
Old Bridge, NJ 08857

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No faculty are available for this activity at this time.