Our expert faculty of foot & ankle orthopaedic surgeons and physical therapists will present strategies for managing sports injuries. Topics include Achilles, Running and Stress Fractures, and Forefoot Pain. With breakout sessions and case discussion throughout the program, you'll gain comprehensive knowledge of surgical and non-surgical treatment options to help you get your patients back in the game.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, learners should be able to:

• Identify the various surgical and non-surgical management options for Achilles Rupture

• Understand the unique loads placed on the foot when running and how these are altered with shoes or landing mechanics

• Describe non-operative treatment strategies to off-load the painful forefoot

• Identify the signs of stress fractures

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. The AOFAS designates this live activity for a maximum of 4.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

The Illinois Chapter Continuing Education Committee has certified that this course meets the criteria for approval of Continuing Education offerings established by The Illinois Physical Therapy Association. The AOFAS designates the live activity for a maximum of 4.0 hours/CEUs.

The American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS) is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to Certified Athletic Trainers. This program is eligible for a maximum of 4.0 hours/CEUs. Athletic Trainers should claim only those hours actually spent in the educational program.

For more information on AOFAS accreditation and education policies, visit the Overview and Objectives page.