Polymyalgia Rheumatica
Cost: $20 NZD | Access: 12 months. Learn about the clinical presentation of PMR, including temporal arteritis and upskill in the diagnosis, investigations, onward referral and management of polymyalgia rheumatica.
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:
In this module you will learn the clinical presenting features of PMR and temporal arteritis and learn about differential diagnosis, investigations, onward referral indications and management for PMR.
Includes FREE: Introduction to Rheumatology Red Flags and Management Principles
It is recommended that you complete Module 1 (Introduction to Rheumatology Red Flags) before starting this module (included FREE).
In this module you will learn:
- Pathophysiology of PMR
- Temporal arteritis recognition and management
- Clinical features and recognition
- Differential diagnosis
- Diagnostic criteria
- Decision making aids
- Investigations (lab tests and imaging)
- Onward referral
- General management
Includes:
- Handouts
- Case Study
- Quiz
Study time: 45 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
Polymyalgia Rheumatica
CourseCost: $20 NZD | Access: 12 months. Learn about the clinical presentation of PMR, including temporal arteritis and upskill in the diagnosis, investigations, onward referral and management of polymyalgia rheumatica.
$20
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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.