The purpose of this activity is to provide learners with knowledge and competence in the assessment and management of musculoskeletal injuries in emergency situations. Focusing on patients with acute MSK injuries and covering all major limb joints, this emergency orthopaedics course looks at assessment, diagnosis and care. It consists of 12 lectures, plus multi-camera tutorials, covering all major practical examination, reduction and immobilisation techniques
Target Audience
This internet-enduring material is designed for physicians, mid-level providers, and nurses practicing in the specialty of emergency medicine, critical care, and resuscitation.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this activity, you should be able to:
- better diagnose commonly missed injuries of all major limbs and joints
- review examinations of the wrist, elbow, shoulder, ankle and knee
- review reduction techniques for the hip, ankle, wrist and shoulder
- review the principles of, and observe best techniques to splint upper and lower limbs
program
Module 1: Orthopaedic Principles
- Lecture: Orthopaedic Principles
- Tutorial: Introduction
- Tutorial: Basic Components of Splinting
Module 2: Hand Injuries
- Lecture: Hand
- Tutorial: Ulnar Gutter
- Tutorial: Thumb Spica
Module 3: Carpals & Wrist
- Lecture: Carpals & Wrist
- Tutorial: Wrist Examination
Module 4: Distal Radius
- Lecture: Distal Radius
- Tutorial: Short-Arm Splint: part 1
- Tutorial: Short-Arm Splint: part 2
- Lecture: Wrist Reduction
Module 5: Forearm & Elbow
- Lecture: Forearm & Elbow
- Tutorial: Elbow Examination
Module 6: Humerus, Shoulder & Clavicle
- Lecture: Humerus, Shoulder & Clavicle
- Tutorial: Shoulder Examination
- Tutorial: The Cunningham Technique
Module 7: Ankle & Foot
- Lecture: Ankle
- Tutorial: Ankle Exam: part 1
- Tutorial: Ankle Exam: part 2
- Tutorial: Ankle Reduction
- Tutorial: Below-Knee Splint
- Lecture: Foot
Module 8: The Hip
- Lecture: The Hip
- Tutorial: Hip Reduction
Module 9: Knee Injuries
- Lecture: Knee Injuries
- Tutorial: Knee Examination
- Lecture: Conclusion
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Dr. Andrew Simmons, Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeon –
“The CASTED Course is outstanding—its concise yet detailed approach to emergency fracture management and soft‑tissue injury protocols has truly elevated my in‑the‑moment decision making during high-volume trauma calls.”
Dr. Maria Lopez, Emergency Department Physician –
“A game‑changer for ED clinicians. The video modules on compartment syndrome assessment, open fracture stabilization, and reduction techniques are meticulously explained and instantly applicable at the bedside.”
Dr. Benjamin Wu, Orthopaedic Resident & Educator –
“Ideal for both trainees and practicing surgeons. The clear step‑by‑step demonstrations, combined with expert commentary on complications and critical care priorities, make this a must‑watch CME experience.”