Osteopathic Pain Control Clinic and Workshop for Practitioners – KNSS 404 (Online On-Demand Workshop)

Day 1: Upper Body and Spine Pain Management
Session 1: Morning (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM)

Introduction to Osteopathic Pain Control

• Overview of Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT)
• Clinical considerations: Approach to pain management from an osteopathic perspective.
• Patient assessment: History-taking and musculoskeletal examination.

Regions Covered:

• Cervical Spine (ICD-10 Codes: M50, M53)

1. 1. OMT techniques for neck pain and cervical dysfunction.
   2. Assessment and manipulation of the cervical spine.
   3. Addressing issues such as herniated discs and whiplash injuries.

• Thoracic Spine (ICD-10 Codes: M40-M43, M60-M63) evaluation

1. 1. Evaluation and OMT techniques for thoracic pain.
   2. Rib dysfunction and costovertebral pain.
   3. Thoracic outlet syndrome and T4 syndrome.

Session 2: Afternoon (01:00 PM – 04:00 PM)

Upper Limb Pain

• Shoulder (ICD-10 Codes: M75, M16-M19)

1. 1. OMT techniques for rotator cuff injuries, impingement, and shoulder instability.
   2. Clinical exam and functional mobility assessment.

• Elbow & Wrist (ICD-10 Codes: M77, M18, M65)

1. 1. Tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow, and wrist sprains/strains.
   2. OMT approaches to managing repetitive strain and myofascial pain.

• Hand and Finger (ICD-10 Codes: M79.6, M10)

1. 1. Carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, and trigger finger.
   2. Osteopathic manual treatment for hand conditions.

Evening Session: (4:00 PM – 5:00 PM)

• Case Discussions & Review

1. 1. Interactive session with case studies from participants.
   2. Review OMT techniques and treatment outcomes.

 

Day 2: Lower Body and Complex Pain Management
Session 1: Morning (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM)

Lower Back Pain & Pelvic Region

• Lumbar Spine (ICD-10 Codes: M54.5, M51, M48)

1. 1. OMT for lumbar dysfunction, herniated discs, and sciatica.
   2. Focus on alleviating low back pain using indirect and direct techniques.
   3. Strengthening exercises and posture education.

• Sacral and Pelvic Pain (ICD-10 Codes: M53, M54.6, M25.5)

1. 1. OMT for sacroiliac joint dysfunction and pelvic misalignment.
   2. Techniques for managing pelvic pain, sacral dysfunction, and coccygodynia.

Session 2: Afternoon (1:00 PM – 4:00 PM)

Lower Limb Pain

• Hip Pain (ICD-10 Codes: M16, M17)

1. 1. Osteopathic techniques for hip dysplasia, arthritis, and muscular imbalances.
   2. OMT approaches to femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) and labral tears.

• Knee Pain (ICD-10 Codes: M17, M23, M25)

1. 1. OMT for patellofemoral syndrome, meniscal tears, and osteoarthritis.
   2. Focus on addressing joint stability and soft tissue dysfunction.

• Ankle & Foot (ICD-10 Codes: M76, M77, M79)

1. 1. OMT for sprains, Achilles tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, and flat feet.
   2. Functional approaches to foot alignment and mobility.

Session 3: Evening (4:00 PM – 5:00 PM)

Chronic Pain and Myofascial Pain Syndrome

• Diagnosis and Management

1. 1. Understanding and addressing chronic pain conditions from an osteopathic viewpoint.
   2. OMT techniques for myofascial pain, fibromyalgia, and postural strain.
   3. Integrating lifestyle modifications and exercise.

Optional Post-Clinic Add-Ons (Optional 1-on-1 sessions for patients)

• Follow-up OMT: Hands-on OMT sessions for individual patients based on the conditions presented.
• Patient Education: Providing personalized stretching routines, posture correction exercises, and ergonomic recommendations.