Terry Rzepkowski – Shoulder Disorders: An Evidence-Based Approach to Evaluation and Treatment
- Faculty:
- Terry Rzepkowski
- Duration:
- Approx. 5 Hours
- Copyright:
- Jan 20, 2021
Description
Outline
MECHANISMS OF SHOULDER INJURY
- Insidious and acute
- Structures that become compromised
- Biomechanical roles in shoulder function
- Anatomy of impingement
TARGETING COMPROMISED STRUCTURES: CLINICAL PROCEDURES
- Clinical tests that identify issues quickly
- Tests that assess for:
- Impingement
- Rotator cuff disorders
- Labral pathology
- Glenohumeral instability
- Correctly interpreting the special test data
INSIDER ACCESS TO SURGICAL PROCEDURES
- Surgical video reviews of shoulder repairs
- Sub acromial decompression
- Rotator cuff repair
- Labral repair
- Bankart repair
- Proximal shoulder fracture
- Total shoulder
- Reverse total shoulder
PAIN MANAGEMENT
- Peri-operative procedures that reduce pain
- How are Interscalene blocks performed
- Use of non-narcotic pain cocktails to expedite discharge comfort
PROMOTE RETURN OF SHOULDER COMPLEX FUNCTION
- Kinesiology of scapula-humeral rhythm
- Priority sequencing of muscle groups
- Custom exercises to facilitate rehab intervention
- Manual therapy progressions
- Incorporate custom exercise videos
Faculty

Terry Rzepkowski, DPT, MS, BS Related seminars and products: 12
Dr. Terry L Rzepkowski, DPT, MS, BS, is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with specialization in Orthopedic Physical Therapy. Throughout his 37-year career, he has specialized in Orthopedics, specifically: Musculoskeletal out-patient rehab as an independent private practitioner, Total Joint Replacement Surgery, and Sports Medicine. A professor in the Health Science department for Nova Southeastern University Terry provides instruction in Anatomy, Biomechanics, Kinesiology, and Neuro anatomy; Terry has extensive knowledge in relating the complexities of the Orthopedic joint replacement patient. Terry’s current clinical role as home care therapist working exclusively with orthopedic surgical patients in Tampa FL, provides a platform for staying abreast of the latest techniques and protocols utilized in joint care rehab. As a sought-after presenter, he enjoys sharing his knowledge with interdisciplinary audiences around the country. Terry has spoken professionally on shoulder, knee, and hip injuries with advances in orthopedic management.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Terry Rzepkowski is an Assistant Professor for Nova Southeastern University Tampa; and an Assistant Professor for South University Tampa. He receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc.
Non-financial: Terry Rzepkowski is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).
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