Connective Tissue Disorders
Cost: $20 NZD | Access: 12 months | Learn about connective tissue disorders including systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and Sjogren's syndrome, their clinical presentation, investigations and referral indications.
This module is part of the Rheumatology Course with Jack March.
If you are interested in rheumatology, consider enrolling in the full Rheumatology Course and get access to all 10 modules, case studies, eBook and 10% discount to the Rheumatology Shop for $295 NZD. Payment plan available.
About this module:
Connective tissue disorders are difficult to diagnose in MSK practice. There are many overlapping symptoms and signs and few diagnostic investigations.
In this module you will learn the clinical presenting features and differential diagnosis of connective tissue disorders (CTD) including systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and Sjogren’s syndrome, and learn about investigations and referral criteria.
Includes FREE: Introduction to Rheumatology Red Flags and Management Principles
It is recommended that you complete Module 1 (Introduction to Rheumatology Red Flags) before watching this module (included FREE).
In this module we cover:
- The challenge of identifying CTD in musculoskeletal practice
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
- Sjogrens syndrome
- Clinical features and recognition
- Investigations
- Onward referral
Study time: 30 minutes (approx)
Bundle includes
Here are all the courses that are included in your bundle.
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All Courses, Advanced Practice, Rheumatology
Introduction to Rheumatology Red Flags
CourseCost: $45 | Access: 12 months. An introduction to rheumatology for musculoskeletal physiotherapists. Learn the classification and presenting features of common rheumatologic conditions and basic management principles.
$45
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All Courses
Connective Tissue Disorders
CourseCost: $20 NZD | Access: 12 months. Learn about connective tissue disorders including systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and Sjogren's syndrome, their clinical presentation, investigations and referral indications.
$20
For added value consider the full Rheumatology Course :
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Rheumatology Course
Bundle$295 NZD. Access 12 months │ Learn the pathophysiology, and how to recognise, differentially diagnose, investigate, manage and refer common rheumatologic conditions. (Payment plan available)
$295
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Fundamentals of Laboratory Testing
CourseCost: $198.00 CAD* | 10 weeks* | Learn about common laboratory tests, their utilisation, normal reference ranges and clinical implications for physiotherapy practice.
$198
Webinars
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Osteoarthritis – Beyond Wear and Tear
Course4.4 average rating (8 reviews)Cost: $20 NZD | Access 12 months | Is osteoarthritis due to ‘wear and tear’? Is running bad for OA? What should we be telling our patients and what can physiotherapy do?
$20
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Rheumatology Red Flags Webinar
CourseAccess: 12 months | Cost: $20 NZD. Pre-recorded. Host: Jack March, BSc (Hons), MCSP. In this webinar you will learn about health risk factors, symptoms and signs that will help you to recognise rheumatologic conditions.
$20
Instructor
Jack March
BSc (Hons) MCSP
Email
Jack is Rheumatology Clinical lead for Chews Health. Alongside his clinical roles he provides CPD seminars on recognising Rheumatology and other CPD materials from his website https://Rheumatology.Physio.
He is Operations Director for The Physio Matters Podcast Team. He has previously worked across various advanced roles including Rheumatology and Orthopaedics as well as Advanced Level Physiotherapy in general MSK for Nuffield Health.