Hybrid Course: Lower Extremity & Inflammatory Conditions
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$500.00
$500.00
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65 hours online study followed by 1-day workshop in Lafayette, California. (Total 71 hours)
In-person Workshop Date: to be announced
Once you purchase this course we'll email you a login to our online learning platform in 24-48 hours.
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Develop practical confidence in evaluating and managing lower extremity and inflammatory musculoskeletal conditions — through an immersive blended learning experience grounded in real-world primary care practice.
The Hybrid Lower Extremity course combines comprehensive online study with a focused, hands-on Orthopalooza workshop to help you strengthen diagnostic reasoning, refine exam skills, and improve management of hip, knee, ankle, foot, and inflammatory conditions.
This program is designed for clinicians who want both depth of knowledge and applied procedural confidence — and who want to return to clinic ready to manage common MSK presentations with clarity and safety.
The Hybrid Lower Extremity course combines comprehensive online study with a focused, hands-on Orthopalooza workshop to help you strengthen diagnostic reasoning, refine exam skills, and improve management of hip, knee, ankle, foot, and inflammatory conditions.
This program is designed for clinicians who want both depth of knowledge and applied procedural confidence — and who want to return to clinic ready to manage common MSK presentations with clarity and safety.
Who this course is for
This course is ideal for:
- Nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, and APRNs
- Physicians and other advanced practice providers
- Clinicians in primary care, urgent care, and outpatient settings
- Providers early in their MSK journey or looking to refresh and refine existing skills
How the hybrid model works
65 Hours of Online Study
Build comprehensive lower extremity and inflammatory MSK knowledge through structured modules covering anatomy, pathophysiology, diagnostics, treatment planning, and self-management strategies.
1-Day In-Person Orthopalooza Workshop (Saturday)
Apply and reinforce learning in a small-group setting focused on exam technique, clinical reasoning, and hands-on skills development.
Participants must complete the online coursework before attending the workshop to maximize hands-on time.
Build comprehensive lower extremity and inflammatory MSK knowledge through structured modules covering anatomy, pathophysiology, diagnostics, treatment planning, and self-management strategies.
1-Day In-Person Orthopalooza Workshop (Saturday)
Apply and reinforce learning in a small-group setting focused on exam technique, clinical reasoning, and hands-on skills development.
Participants must complete the online coursework before attending the workshop to maximize hands-on time.
What you'll learn
Lower extremity
Arthritis & inflammatory conditions
In-Person Workshop Focus
- Lower extremity anatomy in relation to hip, knee, ankle, and foot dysfunction
- Components of a focused lower extremity history and systematic physical examination
- Presentation of specialized maneuvers for differential diagnosis
- Indications for diagnostic imaging and other tests for lower extremity conditions
- Identification of common stable hip, knee, ankle and foot fractures
- Identification of orthopedic emergencies requiring immediate referral
- Development of evidence-based treatment plans for common lower extremity conditions
- Principles for self-management of common hip, knee, ankle and foot conditions
Arthritis & inflammatory conditions
- Details of the H&P pertinent to evaluating arthritic/ inflammatory conditions
- Formulating differential diagnoses based on findings of the H&P
- Recognizing arthritic/inflammatory emergencies requiring immediate consultation
- Developing evidence-based treatment and self-care plans
In-Person Workshop Focus
- Focused lower extremity physical examination skills
- Structured diagnostic reasoning
- Interpretation and application of imaging
- Case-based discussion and management planning
- Practical repetition and feedback to strengthen confidence
- The emphasis is on safe, evidence-based clinical application.
What makes this course different
Developed and taught by experienced orthopedic nurse practitioners and educators, this program reflects how lower extremity and inflammatory MSK complaints actually present in primary care.
This is not passive content. It is structured to:
This is not passive content. It is structured to:
- Reinforce efficient exam technique
- Improve diagnostic clarity
- Strengthen treatment planning confidence
- Support appropriate referral decision-making
- Enhance professional value within your practice
Practical impact
Clinicians who complete this course report:
- Greater confidence evaluating MSK complaints
- Clearer clinical decision-making
- More effective patient education
- Improved care pathways
- Stronger integration of MSK skills into daily practice
Accreditation
CE credits are nationally recognized. Jackson Orthopedic Foundation is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation and approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing.
Workshop location
Workshops are held at Creekside Commons in Lafayette, California, on Saturdays to minimize disruption to clinical schedules. Additional cities are planned and will be announced.
Traveling to join us?
Please note: While we are excited to welcome you to Orthopalooza, we kindly recommend waiting until one month prior to the event to finalize travel arrangements - and/or booking refundable/flexible arrangements if possible.
This is to account for any unforeseen circumstances or emergencies that may require changes or cancellation of a workshop. Please be aware that Jackson Orthopedic Foundation cannot be liable for any travel or accommodation costs incurred should the event be postponed or cancelled.
Traveling to join us?
Please note: While we are excited to welcome you to Orthopalooza, we kindly recommend waiting until one month prior to the event to finalize travel arrangements - and/or booking refundable/flexible arrangements if possible.
This is to account for any unforeseen circumstances or emergencies that may require changes or cancellation of a workshop. Please be aware that Jackson Orthopedic Foundation cannot be liable for any travel or accommodation costs incurred should the event be postponed or cancelled.
Course format and access
- 65 hours of self-paced online learning followed by 1-day Saturday skills workshop
- Readings, videos, assignments, and clinical evaluation
- Access details sent within 24–48 hours of purchase
- CE credits nationally recognized and ANCC-accredited
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