This module is available as part of the Shoulder Academy membership at a discounted price.

In this module you will learn how to make an accurate diagnosis of stiff shoulder conditions using clinical examination and diagnostic imaging, and how to apply evidence-based, non-surgical management for frozen shoulder and glenohumeral osteoarthritis.

This module consists of three online learning lessons:

1. Diagnosis of the stiff shoulder

In this lesson, we cover:

  • Definition of the 'stiff shoulder'
  • Diagnosis of glenohumeral joint pain
  • Diagnosis of glenohumeral joint stiffness
  • Differential diagnosis of 'stiff shoulder' conditions.


2. Frozen shoulder

In this lesson, we look at Frozen Shoulder. We will cover:

  • Pathoaetiology
  • Natural history
  • Diagnosis of glenohumeral joint stiffness
  • Diagnosis
  • Non-operative management
  • Evidence-informed physiotherapy management
  • Referral criteria


3. Glenohumeral osteoarthritis

In this lesson, we look at glenohumeral osteoarthritis. We will cover:

  • Pathoaetiology
  • Natural history
  • Diagnosis
  • Non-operative management
  • Referral criteria


Study time: 9 hrs (approx.)

This module includes....

  • Video presentations

    Engaging audiovisual video presentation.

  • Slide handouts and manual

    Download and keep a copy of the slide handouts and course manual that includes references and links to other learning resources.

  • Quiz

    Test your understanding and find areas for review.

  • Study Time

    9 hrs (3 hrs per lesson)

  • CPD Certificate Provided

    Download your CPD certificate on completion.

  • Access to online course

    12 months

Instructor

Dr Angela Cadogan

Dip Phys, M.Sports Physio, Dip MT, PhD
Physiotherapy Specialist (Musculoskeletal).

Angela is a NZ registered Physiotherapy Specialist (Musculoskeletal) with a Ph.D in Musculoskeletal Diagnostics from AUT University, Auckland, New Zealand (2012) (shoulder sub-specialty). Based in Christchurch, she works as a clinical consultant in her own private practice specialising in the diagnosis and management of shoulder pain.

Angela also works in an Orthopaedic Triage and Assessment role (Shoulder Service) with the Canterbury District Health Board. Angela has an ongoing research interest in shoulder conditions, has many publications on the topic, has been an invited keynote speaker at many national and international shoulder conferences and is Associate Editor at JOSPT (Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy).

Angela has been teaching courses on the diagnosis, management and rehabilitation of shoulder conditions for over 10 years and is passionate about upskilling other physiotherapists and improving capability of the physiotherapy workforce to meet the needs of the changing healthcare system. Angela is the director of Physio Academy. Learn more: www.drangelacadogan.co.nz