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Agenda

7:00am | Registration, Breakfast, Vendors

7:50am | Welcome

8:00am – 8:30am | Keynote
Our keynote address will set the stage for the conference, highlighting the importance of integrating both the art and science of physical therapy in musculoskeletal rehabilitation.

  • What Do Patients Expect from PT for Musculoskeletal Conditions – Josh Subialka, PT, DPT, DSc, OCS

8:30am – 10:05am | Session 1 | Lower Extremity Rehabilitation
This session will cover the latest advancements in non-operative treatments for lower extremity injuries, focusing on evidence-based approaches to improve patient outcomes and the role of neuroplasticity in recovery.

  • When Science Shows Non-Op Treatment May Have a Better Outcome – Jacob Ristow, MD
  • Neuroplasticity After ACL Injury – Meredith Chaput, PhD, PT, DPT, CSCS
  • Exercise Prescription & Shared Decision Making for Return to Sport – Matthew Bouche, PT, DPT, SCS, CSCS
  • No More Mr. Nice Guy: Therapeutic Alliance in Sports and Ortho Rehab – Travis Gunderson, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT

10:20am – 11:20am | Session 2 | Innovative Approaches to ACL Rehabilitation
Attendees will learn about sports-specific rehabilitation techniques for ACL injuries that do not require surgery, emphasizing the importance of personalized care and the impact of sports specialization on recovery.

  • Rehab for Non-Op ACL – Dan Lorenz, DPT, PT, ATC, CSCS

11:20am – 11:50am | Session 3 | Panel Discussion
This multidisciplinary discussion will explore treatment strategies to help student athletes return to sport, featuring insights from a physical therapist, surgeon, and performance coach.

  • Getting Athletes Back in the Game

11:50am – 12:35pm | Lunch
Join us for lunch where you’ll have the opportunity to network with fellow attendees, meet the speakers, and connect with vendors showcasing the latest innovations in the field. This is a great chance to build valuable relationships and explore new products and services.

12:35pm – 1:50pm | Session 4 | Upper Extremity Rehabilitation
The focus will be on the use of anti-inflammatory medications and heavy load administration in upper extremity rehabilitation, along with a review of decades of research on subacromial pain.

  • Anti-Inflammatory Medications- Is There Data? – Athena Cannon, PharmD
  • Administering Heavy Load– Jacob Salaba, PT, DPT
  • Sub Acromial Pain – 2+ Decades of Research – Paula Ludewig, PhD, PT, FAPTA

1:50pm – 2:35pm | Session 5 | Emerging Trends in Musculoskeletal Health

This session will explore the increase in use of GLP-1 medications and their impact on musculoskeletal health, providing insights into how these treatments can be integrated into physical therapy practice. We also delve into the potential of AI in clinical settings, discussing ethical considerations and practical applications for reducing administrative burdens and enhancing clinical decision-making.

  • Use of GLP-1 Medications and Impact on Musculoskeletal Health
  • AI Impact: Streamlining Tasks and Efficiency in Clinic – Tony Von Ruden, PT, DPT

2:35pm – 3:35pm | Session 6 | Optimizing Throwing Shoulder Rehabilitation
Attendees will learn about rehabilitating patients with throwing shoulder injuries, with a focus on balancing coaching and medical approaches to optimize patient outcomes.

  • Throwing Shoulder: Sports Specific Movements in Clinic – Dan Lorenz, PT, DPT, ATC, CSCS

3:50pm – 4:20pm | Session 7 | Panel Discussion
This session will discuss the challenges of balancing coaching and medical approaches in youth sports, using real-life case examples to illustrate the importance of shared decision-making and rest in performance enhancement.

  • Coaching and Medical Approaches in Youth Sports

Q&A Sessions

You will have the opportunity to participate in live Q&A with our experts following each session. This is a great opportunity to interact with them and exchange perspectives. Presentation slides are provided in advance so come ready with your questions!


Objectives

Following this event, attendees will be able to

  • Identify internal and external factors that can influence a patient’s treatment
  • Describe evidence-based patient management for select musculoskeletal conditions
  • Differentiate patient considerations in acute injury management, early versus late rehabilitation, and return to performance
  • Discuss biomechanical and neuromuscular considerations throughout a patient’s rehabilitation journey

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