FMT Rx: Differential Diagnosis of the Anterior Hip
by Dr. Milica McDowell
Includes all course content in digital format
Description
This course introduces the learner to an overview of differential diagnosis and intervention concepts related to the anterior hip region of the human body. It includes a review of current literature supporting the theories that describe and delineate specific concepts related to differential diagnosis of this body region. Interventional techniques to enhance rehabilitation or performance outcomes will be discussed and demonstrated. Evidence based chapters in this course include topics of tissue healing, injury management, differential diagnosis, interventional technique, treatment theory and practical lab experiences in areas such as applying kinesiology tape, use of myofascial cups, using banded mobilizations and IASTM.
FMT RX: Anterior Hip is an evidence-informed differential diagnosis course that advances students’ understanding of factors to consider when working with patients or clients with hip region injuries. FMT Rx Anterior Hip methodically examines the research-influenced content basis for a deeper understanding of management of this area of injury.
This course is intended for health and fitness professionals with all levels of experience.
Learning Objectives
Course Content
| FMT Rx: Anterior Hip | Module |
Hour 1:
- Review of Anatomy and Biomechanics
- Anterior Hip Anatomy
- Anterior Hip Biomechanics
- Proximal and Distal Influences
- Anterior Hip Function
- Mobility vs Stability of the Region
- Differential Diagnosis of the Anterior Hip Region
- Passive Problems: FAI
- Active Problems: Tendinopathies
- Functional Problems: Poor planar control
- Function and Dysfunction of the Anterior Hip Region
- Identifying the Issues (assessment)
- Differential diagnosis of problem presentations
- Acute Trauma vs Chronic Problems
- Functional Assessment
- Referral options
- Historical Treatment of Anterior Hip Pain
- RICE
- Passive Care such as stretching and PROM
- Assessment of LLD Issues
- Quad Strengthening
Hour 2:
- Research Review
- Analysis of Current Research Related to this Region
- Treatment Considerations Today
- Kinesiology Tape Intervention
- Compressional Floss Band Hip Spica
- RockBand Flex Mobilization
- RockBand Flex for Motor Control
- Myofascial Cupping techniques for neuro re-education
- Stages of Care for Anterior Hip Pain
- Acute Management
- Sub-acute Management
- Chronic Management
- What’s Next
- Review of Learning Objectives
Milica McDowell DPT
Dr. Milica McDowell is the Senior Director of Medical for RockTape, her background is as an orthopedic physical therapist. She has worked with athletes from high school kids to the weekend warrior to pros from the NFL, NHL, MLB, XGames, Pro rodeo, triathlon, and the performing arts. Dr. McDowell has a background in team sports, yoga, Pilates, CrossFit, clinical bike fitting and rehab for ultra-endurance athletes. Dr. McDowell was a faculty member at Montana State University in the Health and Human Performance program from 2008-2019 and is the founder of Epic Fitness Center, Bluebird Medical Supply and Clearwater Physical Therapy. Dr. McDowell has two Bachelors’ Degrees from Montana State University, a Master’s Degree from University of Colorado and Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Idaho State University. She has lectured both nationally and internationally, is a published author, textbook editor and has a United States Patent. In her free time, she enjoys triathlon, alpine and skate skiing and exploring Montana’s outdoors with her husband, family and poodle-mix dogs.