Scoliosis and Deformity Diagnosis to Treatment

This online continuing education program is designed to provide nurses and allied health professionals with a comprehensive overview of scoliosis and spinal deformity from "A-Z." The program, which should take approximately one-hour to complete, covers: Spinal anatomy, scoliosis in children and adults, radiographic and other imaging, curve measurement and classification, nonsurgical and surgical treatment, and postoperative care.
Target Audience
This online continuing education program is intended for nurses and allied health professionals involved in caring for scoliosis patients.
Educational Objectives
Upon completion of this program, participants should be able to:

• Discuss basic spinal anatomy and its relationship to scoliosis
  
• Provide information about different types of scoliosis and possible causes
  
• Explain key diagnostic tests and methods related to curve assessment
  
• Identify nonoperative and age-specific treatment and goals
  
• Describe the history and advances of scoliosis surgery, including current approaches and procedures
  
• Summarize pre-operative imaging, tests and surgical risks
  
• Improve postoperative care of scoliosis patients