Focusing on the ACL in the first half, we will be reviewing its structure and understanding how it tears, including the issue of partial tears. We will be highlighting the key points to look out for in history taking and clinical examination, as well as emphasising the importance and value of appropriate imaging. We will then explore the evidence-base surrounding potential treatment options for ACL tears, with a discussion about the role of rehabilitation versus reconstruction. When surgery is necessary, what type of graft is ‘best’, and what might that mean for the patient’s recovery? We will also discuss the issue of ‘return to play’, dispelling some of the fallacies focussing instead on the genuine science.

In the second half of this webinar, we will then move on to the PCL, the collateral ligaments and the posterolateral corner. We will present a clear and simple explanation of the anatomy and the relevance of injury to each structure. Does the MCL really matter? How do we deal with LCL and posterolateral corner injuries? When do we leave them alone and when do we operate? Finally, Mr McDermott will give an update on best-practice for the management of the multiligament-injured knee.

Mr McDermott will share his personalised and carefully considered approach, focussing on the needs of the individual patient as to when surgical or non-surgical management is most appropriate. Join us to increase your diagnostic and decision-making potential!

Schedule:

Part 1 - The ACL

• The structure of the ACL, and how to tear it!
• The important things to look out for in history taking and clinical examination
• The role of imaging
• Rehab vs reconstruction: the evidence
• What graft type is really best?
• Return to play: fallacies vs facts

Part 2 - The PCL, the collateral ligaments and the posterolateral corner

• PCL diagnosis
• Does the MCL really matter?
• The LCL and the posterolateral corner revealed!
• When to leave alone and when to operate
• The multiligament injured knee

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand the anatomy of the ACL, PCL, MCL, LCL and posterolateral corner
• Develop a focussed approach to your history-taking and clinical examination skills, with a full understanding of the importance of imaging in making an accurate diagnosis
• Update your understanding on rehabilitation versus reconstruction and when each might be appropriate in different patients and different circumstances

2 hour webinar, speaker's slides (if permitted) and CPD certificate.

Chiropractors, Osteopaths, Physiotherapists, Podiatrists, Sports Therapists, Radiographers, Occupational Therapists, GP, Other Health Professionals, Trainee Health Professionals, Students