Shoulder Disorders Clinical Guideline Webinar Presented by ACOEM and MDGuidelines-Shoulder Disorder Clinical Guide

Shoulder Disorder Clinical Guide

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The ACOEM Clinical Practice Guideline - Shoulder Disorders webinar took place on February 15, 2023. The webinar provided information and discussions on various topics related to shoulder disorders.<br /><br />The speakers included Lori Michener, Manijeh Berenji, X.J. Ethan Moses, and L. Rachel Kaufman. They covered different sections of the ACOEM Clinical Guideline, the importance of evidence-based medicine in providing the best treatment, and the significance of communication between clinicians, physical therapists, employers, and patients in supporting return to work for individuals with shoulder disorders.<br /><br />Shoulder disorders are a common reason for seeking healthcare treatment for musculoskeletal pain and are among the top causes of work-related musculoskeletal disorders. The financial impact of shoulder disorders is also significant, with costs averaging over $45,000 per workers' compensation case.<br /><br />The ACOEM Guidelines provide guidance for the assessment, diagnosis, and management of acute, subacute, and chronic shoulder disorders. They address various aspects, including initial assessment and diagnosis, red flags for serious underlying medical conditions, diagnostic considerations, work-relatedness, return-to-work planning, surgical indications, and rehabilitation.<br /><br />The webinar also presented two case studies to illustrate the application of the guideline in clinical practice. The cases involved patients with known trauma and work-related shoulder injuries. The speakers discussed the importance of accurate diagnosis, appropriate imaging, active rehabilitation, communication with physical therapists, and gradual return-to-work planning.<br /><br />The webinar concluded with a discussion on follow-up care, pain management, and the use of interventions such as corticosteroid injections and platelet-rich plasma therapy. The speakers emphasized the need for personalized care, considering individual patient factors, and the continuous evaluation of treatment effectiveness.<br /><br />Participants were provided with resources for further education, access to the webinar recording, slides, and a link to claim continuing medical education credits.

Keywords

ACOEM Clinical Practice Guideline

Shoulder Disorders

webinar

evidence-based medicine

return to work

musculoskeletal pain

work-related musculoskeletal disorders

assessment

diagnosis

rehabilitation