Spine Colorado - orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, physiatrists, neurologists, radiologists, rheumatologists, and osteopathic physicians

Course Objectives

This program is designed for orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, physiatrists, neurologists, radiologists, rheumatologists, osteopathic physicians and other professionals involved in spine care.

Surgical Session
Upon completion of the surgical session of the curriculum, attendees will gain an understanding of the following:

Principles of minimally invasive spine treatment strategies
Evidence-based medicine in spine treatment challenges
Understanding new technologies in spine care, including potential limitations
Management principles and treatment options for spine trauma
Complications and management of patient care in the use of new technologies
Hands-on experience with emerging technology presented by experienced faculty
Principles and specific applications for the use of osteobiologics and synthetic grafting materials
Current issues surrounding motion preservation and total disc arthroplasty, including patient selection, outcome studies, complications and revision strategies

Non-Surgical Session
The non-surgical session of the curriculum will provide an understanding of the following:

Understanding new technologies in spine care, including potential limitations
Using new technologies to identify pain generators
Understanding how new technologies affect patient care
Potential complications from the use of new technologies in spine care
Percutaneous pain ablation procedures
Neurogenic Claudication: Treatment and controversies
Difficulties in Pain Management: Alternative Treatments
Injection and ablation options
Percutaneous disc treatments without implants
Diagnosis and treatment of sacroiliac joint dysfunction
Hands-on experience with emerging technology presented by experienced faculty

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