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Ankle Pain course for GPs
Speciality
General Practice ( GP ) / Family Medicine
Location
Online
Delivery
Online
Time / Duration
30 minutes
Subject matter expert
eLearning for Healthcare
Provider
eIntegrity
Endorsed By
RCGP, NHS
This session discusses common causes of pain around the ankle joint and, in particular, the Achilles tendon.
This session was reviewed by Khyati Bakhai and last updated in May 2021.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this session you will be able to:
- identify common causes of ankle pain
- recognise Achilles tendonopathy, assess the factors that have led to the development of the condition, and refer appropriately for management
- recognise other causes of ankle pain including osteoarthritis, other tendon disorders and problems relating to stability of the ankle joint
- formulate an evidence based management plan for the patient with ankle pain
- provide advice to patients on the importance of footwear and simple exercises for ankle problems.
Pain around the ankle is common. This session looks at its causes and management, in particular for Achilles tendon problems. These problems occur frequently in sporting and other contexts.
Instructors / Speakers
Adrian Dunbar,
Associate Postgraduate Dean in General Practice Education for the Yorkshire and Humber Deanery, based at the University of Leeds.
Adrian Dunbar is a GP with a special interest in musculoskeletal disorders. He has extensive personal experience of musculoskeletal disorders of the lower limb acquired through many years of running, cycling and triathlon.
Title
Ankle Pain course for GPs
Speciality
Interest Areas / Topics Covered
Pain management
Provider Type
Education Provider
Time / Duration
30 minutes
Location
Online
Posted By
eIntegrity Healthcare e-Learning
Reference
3_20_12
Access Duration (in months)
12
Modules this course belongs to
Price:
$19.00
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