This premium lecture aims to provide an overview of the basic science principles of ultrasound including modes, transducers, artefacts, and optimisation of imaging.

• Discuss supporting evidence for ultrasound imaging of the lung, sternum, diaphragm and skeletal muscle in cardiorespiratory physiotherapy
• Provide a systematic approach to ultrasound imaging of the lung and sternum for diagnosis and evaluation of intervention, including identification of structural features and key patterns of lung pathology and sternal complications, and documentation of findings
• Present the application and impact of lung and sternal ultrasound on physiotherapy decision making and management through clinical case studies
• Involve participants with interactive activities to consolidate and reinforce key principles of Ultrasound imaging
• Describe education and training programs to support translation of skill acquisition into clinical practice

Please note: This is a live webinar. Login instructions including link details will be sent to registrants on the day of the event. If login instructions are not received by midday on the day of the lecture contact us on nsw.pd@australian.physio

VIC, TAS, NSW, ACT – 7.00pm AEDST

Peter Esselbach is a sonographer with over 30 years experience and has worked as a MSK physiotherapist for the last 20 years. He will bring his unique perspective into the topic of how ultrasound imaging can be best incorporated into the diagnostic process and how it can impact outcomes. He will particularly speak to the latest research into the effectiveness of cortisone injections to the shoulder. A short demonstration of the diagnostic process used in shoulder ultrasound will be given.

Please note - This is a face to face session being held at APA SA Branch, Kent Town

It is not being recorded or delivered via zoom

This blended online MHFA course has been adapted from the standard Mental health first aid course for adults. Developed in response to COVID-19.

Physiotherapists are involved in the care of people from all walks of life. One in four people will experience a mental health problem at some stage in their life plus c Comorbid mental health problems are common amongst people who access physiotherapy services including but not limited to those experiencing chronic pain, chronic physical illness, multiple pain areas or following a traumatic event. In Australia, approximately one in five adults will experience mental illness in any given year and physiotherapists and other health care professionals can expect to have close contact with someone experiencing a mental illness or a mental health problem.

Lack of knowledge and stigmatising attitudes about mental illness may prevent people from seeking help or providing appropriate support because they do not know how. Stigmatised attitudes and lack of knowledge about mental health conditions are not limited to the general public and can impact on healthcare workers interactions with patients. Stigmatising attitudes can reinforce disempowerment, loss of self-belief and a sense of shame in the person with comorbid mental health problems.3,4 It has been suggested that training of healthcare workers in mental health literacy is essential to ensure appropriate support and referrals are made for people with mental illness.5 This MHFA course will improve mental health literacy of physiotherapists.

It has been suggested that training of healthcare workers in mental health literacy is essential to ensure appropriate support and referrals are made for people with mental illness. This MHFA course will improve mental health literacy of physiotherapists.

This blended learning course consists of three components:

• 7hrs of self-directed online learning. This is to be completed prior to attendance at:
• Two virtual (Zoom) classroom sessions, both of which are 2.5hrs in length

Please note:

• Two weeks prior to the first virtual classroom session, you will be sent a link to the 7hrs of self-directed learning. Virtual classroom login instructions including a Zoom link will be sent to registrants on the day of each of the virtual classroom sessions.
• This is an interactive course which requires your participation. Therefore during the Zoom sessions you need to be in a suitable setting with your video and audio turned on.
• It has been noted through previous iterations that the online content and online manual accessible from the MHFA website does not work effectively on iPads and other handheld devices. It is recommended that you use a desktop or laptop to complete this component of the course.

Updated terms and Conditions - Covid-19 Vaccinations:

For your safety and that of our community, all APA staff are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. It is also a requirement that all presenters, tutors, convenors and registrants (or the equivalent) are fully vaccinated with a TGA approved COVID-19 vaccine in order to attend a face to face event by 1 November 2021 for NSW, VIC, TAS events and 1 December 2021 for WA, SA, QLD, ACT events. Proof of double vaccination or medical exemption, will be required when checking in to the event

Practical Skills you can apply immediately!

You've probably seen many clients with pelvic and low back pain. Wouldn't you love to understand the 3D biomechanics of this region, and how to effectively make a differential diagnosis? This course will show you how. You'll also cover treatment plans over the short, medium and long-term.

Join us for a 2-day course including 3D anatomy, biomechanics and assessment of the pelvic complex and lumbar spine. The two days will be filled with takeaway concepts and techniques to use immediately. This course offers the busy clinician the opportunity to see the latest in effective manual therapy and taping treatment for SIJ and lumbar spine problems specific for dysfunction, with a clear differential diagnostic algorithm. Learn to optimise 3D biomechanics of the pelvis and lumbar spine through effective differential diagnosis, assessment and management, taught by Trish Wisbey-Roth

*Updated terms and Conditions - Covid-19 Vaccinations: For your safety and that of our community, all APA staff are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. It is also a requirement that all presenters, tutors, convenors and registrants (or the equivalent) are fully vaccinated with a TGA approved COVID-19 vaccine in order to attend a face to face event by 1 November 2021 for NSW, VIC, TAS events and 1 December 2021 for WA, SA, QLD, ACT, NT events. Proof of double vaccination or medical exemption, will be required when checking in to the event.

This course aims to provide physiotherapists with an opportunity to improve their knowledge and skills relevant to physiotherapy assessment and treatment of common conditions of older people. It takes an indepth look at the ageing process, chronic disease management, pharmacology and pain management, delirium, dementia and depression, falls and balance, strategies to optimise physical function and use of outcome measures.

This course is a mandatory component of the experiential titling pathway in Gerontological Physiotherapy.

This blended learning version of the Gerontology Physiotherapy Level 1 course includes:

• Pre-work - self paced online modules (Part A)
• Face-to-face classroom component (Part B+C)

Registration to this blended learning version of this course includes all components/parts above.

This course is also available as an wholly virtual delivery. More details of delivery methods found here .

The wholly virtual version of this course can be located on cpd4physios.com.au