Episodes

March 18, 2020

Osgood Schlatter’s Disease

Osgood Schlatter's Disease is an overuse type injury of the knee that is most common in adolescents and is usually characterized by a gradual onset of anterior knee pain. This disease is caused by repetitive strain on the tibial tuberosity via the patellar tendon. It is most common in adolescent athletes with higher demand on the quadriceps with sports that involve running and jumping. Download free study guides from Aureus Medical Staffing here: https://www.aureusmedical.com/nptestudycast.aspx
March 11, 2020

Osteomyelitis

Looking at Osteomyelitis Osteomyelitis which is a serious infection of the bone that is most commonly caused by a bacterial infection in the blood stream or exposure of the bone to contaminants (open fracture, surgical procedures). In 25% of cases, this condition is predisposed by trauma. In children, this condition is most common in long bones due to the increased blood supply to the metaphysis to assist the growth plates. In adults, this condition is most common in the spine due to increased v...
March 4, 2020

Upper Extremity Special Tests

NPTE Upper Extremity Special Tests with a look at Sensitivity, Specificity and Likelihood Ratios. Download free study guides from Aureus Medical Staffing here: https://www.aureusmedical.com/nptestudycast.aspx