This one and a half day course presents a discriminating and scientific approach to the examination and treatment of the shoulder. A global view will be described, including analysis of the mechanics of all the joints of the shoulder complex and how they contribute to the various pathologies. The importance of differential diagnosis will be emphasized and the latest research constantly referred to, with a clear distinction between what is fact and what is theory. It is a challenging and questioning course with many of our cosy and traditional notions of the shoulder held up to critical examination. It is a highly interactive course, requiring the involvement of participants and with a large practical component. It uses a variety of teaching methods; surgical videos, computer graphics, case studies and patient presentations will all be used to keep participants buoyed as well as educated. An up to date 70-page course booklet, containing over 110 references, is included in the course fee.


The shoulder unplugged - Course programme