Fundamentals of Osteoporosis

Introduction to Course:

Welcome to this online continuing education course on the Fundamentals of Osteoporosis.  This course is approved for continuing education for license renewal purposes for Texas PTs and PTAs. To successfully complete this course, you must read all sections of this online course, score at least 80% on the end-of-course evaluation and pay the required fee ($25 for TPTA members and $40 for non-members).

COURSE OBJECTIVES: 

Following completion of the course, participants will be able to:

1. Define osteoporosis. 
2. Identify the most common clinical manifestations of osteoporosis. 
3. Identify the risk factors associated with osteoporosis. 
4. Discuss the use of Bone Mineral Density Testing in the diagnosis of osteoporosis. 
5. Differentiate the use of Hormone Replacement Therapy and Calcium Supplementation in the treatment of osteoporosis. 
6. Develop an effective physical therapy exercise program for patients diagnosed with osteoporosis.

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How to Use This Course

You should allow at least two hours to complete this course. You may complete the course in a single sitting, or you may complete it in two or more sessions. The course is text-based, which means that you will read a series of pages.   Begin by clicking the BEGIN COURSE link at the bottom of this page. Go to each following page by clicking the Next  link at the bottom of each page. Continue through the pages until you reach the Post Test page. If you need to go back and review a previous page, click on the Back link at the bottom of the page. If you need help in following the sections in order, return to this page by using the Main Menu link at the bottom of the page, and refer to the Table of Contents below.

You will not be required to "register" or pay fees until you complete the evaluation, which is the final page in this course. 

Important Note: Some users prefer to complete their evaluation on paper.  To accommodate those who prefer that option, here is a version of the evaluation form that you can print, complete and fax or mail to TPTA. 

Begin Course

Use this link to take your Exam :  Osteoporosis Exam

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