Course Overview
Shoulder, elbow, patella and finger dislocations. Covers assessment, analgesia/sedation principles, reduction options, post-reduction checks and documentation.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Assess dislocations clinically and radiologically
- Select appropriate reduction techniques for specific joints
- Manage procedural pain and sedation safely
- Perform reduction maneuvers (simulated)
- Document neurovascular status pre and post reduction
Key Topics Covered
Shoulder dislocation: Anterior vs Posterior
Reduction techniques: Kocher's, Traction-Countertraction, Cunningham
Elbow and Patella reductions
Finger and Toe reductions
Procedural sedation and analgesia principles
Post-reduction neurovascular assessment
Who Should Attend
Junior DoctorsACPsENPs
Assessment Methods
- Simulation scenarios
- Technique demonstration
Ready to Book?
Course Details
Duration
3 hours
CPD Credits
3 RCEM CPD hours
Delivery Format
- In-person
- Virtual
Category
Emergency & Acute Care