Rehabilitation Following Surgery to the Biceps – Labrum Complex: SLAP Repair and Biceps Tenodesis

Course Description

Course Description:

With the high prevalence of re-tear rates following rotator cuff repair, it is imperative for the rehabilitation therapist to achieve optimal outcomes while minimizing stress to the surgical repair. This course combines evidence-based practice with innovative strategies to maximize functional results while minimizing risk following rotator cuff repair.  Recent advancements in rotator cuff surgery will be discussed and surgical, rehabilitation and pre-operative risk factors associated with cuff re-tears will be explained.  An evidence-based rehabilitation program will be presented with factors that may necessitate modifications of protocols.  Video-based manual therapy techniques, including glenohumeral joint mobilizations will be discussed within the context of an evidence-based approach.   Numerous videos of therapeutic and corrective exercises will be shown, with an emphasis on correct technique.  Case examples and/or clinical pitfalls will be explored throughout the course in order to reinforce learned concepts.