Moderator: Mark C. Drakos, MDFaculty: Phinit Phisitkul, MD; Martin J. O'Malley, MD; Johnny Owens, MPT
This interactive discussion takes a close look at the treatment and rehabilitation of acute Achilles ruptures in athletes. Our expert faculty will examine minimally invasive management of acute Achilles tears, management of acute Achilles tears in the elite athlete, and rehabilitation of Achilles injuries using blood flow resistance training.
At the conclusion of this webinar, you will be able to:
Understand state-of-the-art practices when treating high-demand athletes with acute Achilles ruptures
Investigate more minimally invasive approaches to Achilles injuries and how this may expedite recovery
Recognize the potential advantages of early physical therapy and advanced rehabilitation to reduce atrophy with respect to Achilles injuries
A need for this educational activity has been determined based on previous course evaluations and the AOFAS educational curriculum. The content of this course was based on current issues and topics provided by AOFAS membership and leadership. For more information on the AOFAS CME mission, visit aofas.org/education.
The American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
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