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Neck injuries in sport

Plan the initial diagnosis and GP management of neck injuries in sport, particularly to assess and minimise risk of cervical spinal cord or nerve root damage.

Neck injuries in sport
CPD 9.5 hours accredited learning
Learning format Self-paced online, start anytime
Recognition Digital badge upon completion

Overview

"Neck Injuries in Sport" is an essential course for healthcare professionals, focusing on the diagnosis, management, and prevention of neck injuries in athletes. Covering anatomy, clinical examination, imaging, and tailored management strategies, this course equips practitioners to address cervical spine injuries effectively. Led by Dr. Anoop Jalota, the course includes evidence-based techniques, practical scenarios, and guidelines for managing both emergency and uncomplicated cases, with special considerations for children and aging athletes.

What you will learn

  • Recognise key clinical features and subtypes
  • Develop practical treatment plans using topical, systemic and procedural options
  • Identify triggers, patient factors and long-term management strategies
  • Apply evidence-based approaches in everyday clinical practice

Course contents

Meet your presenter

Dr Anoop Jalota

Dr Anoop Jalota

FRACGP MBBS

General practitioner

Dr Anoop Jalota is an experienced GP with international experience. He practises in Wollongong, since moving there from New Zealand, he is currently the Cluster Leader for the Central Illawarra area.

CPD hours

Education hours3.5
Reviewing performance hours6.0
Total CPD hours9.5

Accreditations

Royal Australian College of General Practitioners

Accreditation number: 448438

Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine

Accreditation number: 38524

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Gain the skills to diagnose and manage patients with musculoskeletal conditions and sports injuries in primary care.

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