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A satisfied registrant:
“I was impressed with the Oncology and Orthopaedic Physical Therapy home study course. The organization of the topic was logical and the blending of the medical side of the treatment and physical therapy intervention was excellent. Also, the side effects and description of possible side effects and potential cancers that we might see in our clinic as an entry point into the healthcare system. If I was teaching students, this would be a great additional resource for instruction and review.”
Scott P, California

Course Description

This course provides participants with wide-ranging clinically useful material related to cancer care in orthopedic physical therapy practice. Cancer has been one of the leading causes of death, yet as evaluation and management strategies improve, a substantial proportion of individuals are surviving and thriving after a cancer diagnosis. While oncology and orthopedics have classically been considered separate specialties, given the survivorship rates individuals with a history of cancer will likely present in orthopedic settings. The authors of this course systematically discuss implications of cancer diagnoses and treatment across the lifespan. Participants of this course will thoroughly understand how to safely and effectively manage cancer patients in the orthopedic clinic.

Course Overview

Course Format: Online with an option to purchase the print version

Contact Hours: 15 contact hours

State Approval: AOPT courses are accepted in all states plus the District of Columbia, as allowed by the type of course requirements in state regulations. A small number of states require APTA to seek pre-approval of courses. The approval codes for these states can be found here. Always check with your State Licensing Board to confirm contact hours offered.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this series, the participant will be able to:

1. Discuss contemporary evidence related to staging and medical management of prevalent cancers.
2. Describe common physical impairments and functional limitations noted with cancer diagnoses.
3. Apply implications of pediatric cancer on bone health and function across the lifespan.
4. Create a physical therapy plan of care for individuals following surgical intervention for cancer.
5. Implement valid and reliable instruments to assess function throughout the course.

Topics and Authors

• Cancer Treatment and Orthopaedic Considerations in Adults Living with and Beyond a Cancer Diagnosis
  Mary Insana Fisher, PT, PhD, OCS; Shana Harrington, PT, PhD, SCS
• Post-Surgical Management of the Person Living with and Beyond Cancer
  Lori Boright, PT, DPT, DScPT, CLT; Meghan Huber, PT, DPT, CLT
• Bone Health and Functional Considerations in Pediatric Oncology
  Emily Compagner, PT, DPT, PCS; Hallie Lenker, PT, DPT

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