Restoring Function: Managing Advanced JIA-Related Hand Stiffness
Presented by: Cara Smith, PT, DPT, CHT, MSHA
Duration: One hour
Format: Live case presentation and discussion, and Q&A
Registration Fee:
Members $0
Non-Members $35
Learning Objectives:
At the end of the presentation, participants will be able to:
- Identify common clinical signs and symptoms of juvenile idiopathic arthritis affecting the upper extremity
- Describe the impact of delayed JIA diagnosis and treatment on joint integrity, soft tissue health, and functional outcomes
- Apply principles of therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, orthotic intervention, and activity modification to support functional recovery for patients with JIA
- Integrate patient-centered and interdisciplinary approaches to optimize long-term upper extremity function and participation in daily activities
CE Credit: 1.0 continuing education hour, or 0.10 CEUS
Pediatric Case Reviews Description:
The Pediatric Case Reviews is a series of monthly live online case presentations of pediatric upper extremity diagnoses. Each month a case will be presented to include a brief description of the diagnosis, objective findings, and therapeutic interventions. The presenter will also discuss their clinical decision-making process and how they navigated any challenges.