Fractures of the Thoracolumbar Spine and Shoulder

Course Overview

A collection of common spine and shoulder fractures and dislocations, presented with colored annotations and finding descriptions.

Learning Objectives

1. Become familiar with the spine findings of ankylosing spodylitis.
2. Distinguish between internal and external rotation of the shoulder joint on radiograph.
3. Understand the importance of intravertebral gas on spine radiograph.

For New Users

If you haven't accessed the vRad Radiology Education platform before, you will be prompted to complete a one-time registration process which allows you to access this course, and all other free CME courses vRad offers.

Audience and Claiming Credit

This course has been designed for radiologists. A certificate awarding credit will be issued to participants who have reviewed the entire presentation and correctly answered the post-test question.

Accreditation Statement

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the Minnesota Medical Association and vRad Radiology Education. The Minnesota Medical Association (MMA) is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Minnesota Medical Association designated this online course review for a maximum of 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

 

Jointly provided by the Minnesota Medical Association and vRad Radiology Education