Access: 90 days
Cost: $150.00 NZD - Payment Plan Available
Instructor: Dr Angela Cadogan


This module covers the pathoaetiology, natural history, diagnosis and management of acromioclavicular and sternoclavicular joint conditions. Lessons in this module begin with the diagnosis of acromioclavicular joint pain and are then divided according to evidence for specific management of AC and SC joint conditions.

Module Lessons:

Diagnosis of acromioclavicular joint pain

The ability to first differentiate the AC joint as the source of pain, then sub-differente specific pathologies that vary significantly in both investigations, management and prognosis, is essential in the effective management of AC joint conditions. 

In this lesson, we cover:

  • Anatomy and pathomechanics of the acromioclavicular joint
  • Clinical diagnosis
  • Imaging diagnosis
  • Diagnostic injections


Acromioclavicular joint instability

AC joint instability is a common injury, with varying correlation between symptoms and grade of injury. In this lesson we look at the classification of AC joint instability and how this guides management. 

In this lesson, we cover:

  • Pathoaetiology of acromioclavicular joint instability
  • Classification and natural history
  • Clinical and imaging diagnosis
  • Non-surgical management
  • Referral criteria


Acromioclavicular joint arthropathy

The two most common arthropathies affecting the acromioclavicular joint are osteoarthritis and osteloysis. In this lesson we look at the differences in the pathoaetiology, diagnosis and management of both these conditions. 

 In this lesson, we cover:

  • Pathoaetiology of acromioclavicular joint arthropathy
  • Classification and natural history
  • Clinical and imaging diagnosis
  • Non-surgical management
  • Referral criteria


The Sternoclavicular Joint

The sternoclavicular joint can be affected by a wide range of primary pathologies,  and is involved in a number of systemic disease processes. Differential diagnosis is critical in identifying red flags and guiding appropriate medical and non-surgical management. 

In this lesson, we cover:

  • Pathoaetiology of acromioclavicular joint arthropathy
  • Classification and natural history
  • Clinical and imaging diagnosis
  • Non-surgical management
  • Referral criteria


Study time: 8-10  hrs (approx.)

 

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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