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Dr. Todd Arnold is a sports medicine physician with more than two decades of experience caring for athletes of all levels. He has been on the sidelines caring for those competing in high school sports, multiple levels of collegiate sports, NCAA Championships, and World Championships. He serves as the medical officer for elite athlete healthcare for USA Track & Field. He has extensive training and experience in human movement and how it applies to athletic performance and injury prevention and management.
Dr. Arnold is a board-certified sports medicine specialist. He completed his sports medicine fellowship through Indiana University after completing his residency at UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital and graduating medical school from the University of Colorado.
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Browse Course CatalogClinical Reasoning for the Spine-Injured Athlete
Presented by Todd Arnold, MD and Kyle Matsel, PT, DPT, PhD, SCS, CSCS
Clinical Reasoning for the Spine-Injured Athlete
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Video Runtime: 90 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 38 Minutes
Injuries to the neck and upper back can be complex, with diagnoses that are potentially catastrophic for athletes. An effective musculoskeletal examination is critical to effectively manage these athletes to maximize functional recovery. Dr. Kyle Matsel and Dr. Todd Arnold team up to present the most systematic and efficient approach to examination for athletes with neck and upper back dysfunction. The goal of this course will be to sharpen the decision-making and examination skills of the sports physical therapist to develop the most effective plan of care or determine if a medical referral is warranted. Live case examples of athletes with cervical and thoracic injuries will assist the sports physical therapist and athletic trainer in the development of critical thinking, problem-solving, and patient/parent education.
Injuries to the neck and upper back can be complex, with diagnoses that are potentially catastrophic for athletes. An effective musculoskeletal examination is critical to effectively manage these athletes to maximize functional recovery. Dr. Kyle Matsel and Dr. Todd Arnold team up to present the most systematic and efficient approach to examination for athletes with neck and upper back dysfunction. The goal of this course will be to sharpen the decision-making and examination skills of the sports physical therapist to develop the most effective plan of care or determine if a medical referral is warranted. Live case examples of athletes with cervical and thoracic injuries will assist the sports physical therapist and athletic trainer in the development of critical thinking, problem-solving, and patient/parent education.
Secrets of Mastering the Athletic Low Back Pain Examination
Presented by Todd Arnold, MD and Kyle Matsel, PT, DPT, PhD, SCS, CSCS
Secrets of Mastering the Athletic Low Back Pain Examination
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Video Runtime: 89 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 34 Minutes
Most athletes continue to participate in sports despite aggravating spinal pain that can limit performance and increase the risk of time-loss injury. How can we better diagnose and treat athletic back pain? Dr. Kyle Matsel and Dr. Todd Arnold team up to present the best knowledge and application of treatment for athletes with spinal pain. The goal of this course is to sharpen the decision-making and examination skills of the sports physical therapist (PT) and to streamline the treatment of athletes with low back pain that limits participation. Live case examples of patients with lumbar spine injuries will assist the sports PT in the development of critical thinking, problem-solving, and patient/parent education.
Most athletes continue to participate in sports despite aggravating spinal pain that can limit performance and increase the risk of time-loss injury. How can we better diagnose and treat athletic back pain? Dr. Kyle Matsel and Dr. Todd Arnold team up to present the best knowledge and application of treatment for athletes with spinal pain. The goal of this course is to sharpen the decision-making and examination skills of the sports physical therapist (PT) and to streamline the treatment of athletes with low back pain that limits participation. Live case examples of patients with lumbar spine injuries will assist the sports PT in the development of critical thinking, problem-solving, and patient/parent education.
The Athletic Cervical and Thoracic Spine Exam: A Systematic Approach
Presented by Todd Arnold, MD and Kyle Matsel, PT, DPT, PhD, SCS, CSCS
The Athletic Cervical and Thoracic Spine Exam: A Systematic Approach
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Video Runtime: 59 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 42 Minutes
Injuries to the neck and upper back can be complex, with diagnoses that are potentially catastrophic for athletes. An effective musculoskeletal examination is critical to manage these athletes effectively and maximize functional recovery. Dr. Kyle Matsel and Dr. Todd Arnold team up to present the most systematic and efficient approach to examination for athletes with neck and upper back dysfunction. The goal of this course will be to sharpen the decision-making and examination skills of the sports physical therapist to develop the most effective plan of care or determine if a medical referral is warranted. Live case examples of athletes with cervical and thoracic injuries will assist the sports physical therapist and athletic trainer in the development of critical thinking, problem-solving, and patient/parent education.
Injuries to the neck and upper back can be complex, with diagnoses that are potentially catastrophic for athletes. An effective musculoskeletal examination is critical to manage these athletes effectively and maximize functional recovery. Dr. Kyle Matsel and Dr. Todd Arnold team up to present the most systematic and efficient approach to examination for athletes with neck and upper back dysfunction. The goal of this course will be to sharpen the decision-making and examination skills of the sports physical therapist to develop the most effective plan of care or determine if a medical referral is warranted. Live case examples of athletes with cervical and thoracic injuries will assist the sports physical therapist and athletic trainer in the development of critical thinking, problem-solving, and patient/parent education.
Preparticipation Physical Evaluation: Medical
Presented by Todd Arnold, MD
Preparticipation Physical Evaluation: Medical
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Video Runtime: 58 Minutes, Learning Assessments: 44 Minutes
This course is designed for physical therapists and athletic trainers in settings that will require them to participate and possibly coordinate physical exams for their athletes before participation. Many clinicians have participated in the annual physical process in their training but now need to look at it again. Todd Arnold will present the pertinent issues to serve as a primer for you, with the goal of preparing you for the sports physical therapy examination. This course is focused on the medical portion of the evaluation.
This course is designed for physical therapists and athletic trainers in settings that will require them to participate and possibly coordinate physical exams for their athletes before participation. Many clinicians have participated in the annual physical process in their training but now need to look at it again. Todd Arnold will present the pertinent issues to serve as a primer for you, with the goal of preparing you for the sports physical therapy examination. This course is focused on the medical portion of the evaluation.
Concussion in Sport Part 2: Clinical Evaluation and Return to Play
Presented by Todd Arnold, MD
Concussion in Sport Part 2: Clinical Evaluation and Return to Play
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Video Runtime: 45 Minutes, Learning Assessments: 39 Minutes
This case-based course is aimed at preparing physical therapists for the Sports Certified Specialist advanced certification exam but is appropriate for athletic trainers and strength and conditioning specialists looking to expand their knowledge of concussion in sport. In this course, Dr. Arnold teaches therapists and trainers about the pathophysiology of concussion and how to recognize and manage concussion, as well as important considerations for return-to-sport and return-to-school decisions. This is the second course in a two-part series.
This case-based course is aimed at preparing physical therapists for the Sports Certified Specialist advanced certification exam but is appropriate for athletic trainers and strength and conditioning specialists looking to expand their knowledge of concussion in sport. In this course, Dr. Arnold teaches therapists and trainers about the pathophysiology of concussion and how to recognize and manage concussion, as well as important considerations for return-to-sport and return-to-school decisions. This is the second course in a two-part series.
Concussion in Sport Part 1: Pathophysiology, Recognition, & Management
Presented by Todd Arnold, MD
Concussion in Sport Part 1: Pathophysiology, Recognition, & Management
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Video Runtime: 39 Minutes, Learning Assessments: 27 Minutes
This case-based course is aimed at preparing physical therapists for the Sports Certified Specialist advanced certification exam but is appropriate for athletic trainers and strength and conditioning specialists looking to expand their knowledge of concussion in sport. In this course, Dr. Arnold, MD, teaches therapists and trainers about the epidemiology and pathophysiology of concussion, as well as mechanism, recognition, and management of the injury. This is the first course in a two-part series covering this topic.
This case-based course is aimed at preparing physical therapists for the Sports Certified Specialist advanced certification exam but is appropriate for athletic trainers and strength and conditioning specialists looking to expand their knowledge of concussion in sport. In this course, Dr. Arnold, MD, teaches therapists and trainers about the epidemiology and pathophysiology of concussion, as well as mechanism, recognition, and management of the injury. This is the first course in a two-part series covering this topic.
Concussion in Sport: Practical Case Studies
Presented by Todd Arnold, MD
Concussion in Sport: Practical Case Studies
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Video Runtime: 32 Minutes, Learning Assessments: 24 Minutes
In this course, Dr. Arnold walks through four case studies dealing with concussion. In the case studies, Dr. Arnold demonstrates how to gather pertinent information from the athlete, identifies which assessments are appropriate to use in the clinic and on the sidelines, and emphasizes the clinical reasoning behind his treatment approach. Each case will cover a variety of issues that will enhance the learning from the lecture-style courses covering the concussed athlete, offering a deeper understanding of situations that arise and a platform for generating one's own style for communicating to those injured, as well as their parents and coaches. This updated case-based course is aimed at preparing physical therapists for the Sports Certified Specialist advanced certification exam but is appropriate for any therapist looking to expand their knowledge of concussion in sport.
In this course, Dr. Arnold walks through four case studies dealing with concussion. In the case studies, Dr. Arnold demonstrates how to gather pertinent information from the athlete, identifies which assessments are appropriate to use in the clinic and on the sidelines, and emphasizes the clinical reasoning behind his treatment approach. Each case will cover a variety of issues that will enhance the learning from the lecture-style courses covering the concussed athlete, offering a deeper understanding of situations that arise and a platform for generating one's own style for communicating to those injured, as well as their parents and coaches. This updated case-based course is aimed at preparing physical therapists for the Sports Certified Specialist advanced certification exam but is appropriate for any therapist looking to expand their knowledge of concussion in sport.
Pharmacology in Sport Part 1: NSAIDs and Pain Medications
Presented by Todd Arnold, MD
Pharmacology in Sport Part 1: NSAIDs and Pain Medications
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Video Runtime: 35 Minutes, Learning Assessments: 24 Minutes
How can the sports therapist effectively and safely manage sports medicine? This course by Dr. Todd Arnold provides a detailed overview of the body's response to medication. Dr. Arnold first introduces the intimate relationship of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics to athletic medicines and then explores how a drug interacts and passes through the athlete. Common athletic medicines are then explored in depth, including appropriate usage and management. Through this in-depth course, Dr. Arnold will prepare the sports physical therapist to approach the effective management and understanding of athletic medicines through detailed course materials, dynamic graphics, and a question-and-answer session with physical therapist Dr. Katie Whetstone. This is the first course in a two-part series and should be viewed in sequential order.
How can the sports therapist effectively and safely manage sports medicine? This course by Dr. Todd Arnold provides a detailed overview of the body's response to medication. Dr. Arnold first introduces the intimate relationship of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics to athletic medicines and then explores how a drug interacts and passes through the athlete. Common athletic medicines are then explored in depth, including appropriate usage and management. Through this in-depth course, Dr. Arnold will prepare the sports physical therapist to approach the effective management and understanding of athletic medicines through detailed course materials, dynamic graphics, and a question-and-answer session with physical therapist Dr. Katie Whetstone. This is the first course in a two-part series and should be viewed in sequential order.
Pharmacology in Sport Part 2: Asthma, Antidepressants, and Skin Infection
Presented by Todd Arnold, MD
Pharmacology in Sport Part 2: Asthma, Antidepressants, and Skin Infection
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Video Runtime: 45 Minutes, Learning Assessments: 33 Minutes
How can the sports therapist effectively and safely manage sports medicine? This course by Dr. Todd Arnold provides a detailed overview of the body's response to medication. Dr. Arnold first introduces the intimate relationship of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics to athletic medicines and then explores how a drug interacts and passes through the athlete. Common athletic medicines are then explored in-depth, including appropriate usage and management. Common athletic skin conditions are covered alongside important information on return-to-play guidelines and other legal considerations for medication management. Through this in-depth course, Dr. Arnold will prepare the sports physical therapist to approach the effective management and understanding of athletic medicines through detailed course materials, dynamic graphics, and a question-and-answer session with physical therapist Dr. Katie Whetstone.
How can the sports therapist effectively and safely manage sports medicine? This course by Dr. Todd Arnold provides a detailed overview of the body's response to medication. Dr. Arnold first introduces the intimate relationship of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics to athletic medicines and then explores how a drug interacts and passes through the athlete. Common athletic medicines are then explored in-depth, including appropriate usage and management. Common athletic skin conditions are covered alongside important information on return-to-play guidelines and other legal considerations for medication management. Through this in-depth course, Dr. Arnold will prepare the sports physical therapist to approach the effective management and understanding of athletic medicines through detailed course materials, dynamic graphics, and a question-and-answer session with physical therapist Dr. Katie Whetstone.
Pulmonary Care in Athletes
Presented by Todd Arnold, MD
Pulmonary Care in Athletes
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Pulmonary conditions appear frequently in the care of competitive athletes. As a sports therapist, you must be prepared to recognize and monitor your athletes to ensure their pulmonary health and support their athletic goals. Gain an understanding of symptoms, physiology, and treatment of asthma, exercise induced bronchospasm (EIB), vocal cord dysfunction, pneumothorax, and hemothorax to recognize and manage these conditions in your athletes. Dr. Todd Arnold provides extensive knowledge in the treatment of elite athletes suffering from pulmonary conditions. Experience the illustrative graphics, detailed course materials, and interactive case study to prepare yourself for the SCS exam or for your practice with athletes needing pulmonary care.
The Cardiovascular System and Ancillary Tests for the Sports Therapist
Presented by Todd Arnold, MD
The Cardiovascular System and Ancillary Tests for the Sports Therapist
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What cardiovascular conditions will you most likely encounter in the course of your practice? How are these diagnosed, monitored, and treated? What impact do they have on your athlete's ability to play? Dr. Todd Arnold provides answers to these questions and more in this course on the cardiovascular system and ancillary tests relevant to the sports therapist. In this course, Dr. Arnold covers a range of cardiovascular conditions and follows this with an introduction to ancillary tests. The participant will analyze risk and return to play considerations for athletes with potentially life-threatening conditions, recognize and recommend appropriate ancillary tests, and evaluate examination data to provide the best care for their athletes. This course provides illustrative graphics, important supplemental materials, and direct application of your knowledge through a case study to assist you in improving outcomes for your athletes.
Abdominal and Genitourinary Injuries for the Sports Therapist
Presented by Todd Arnold, MD
Abdominal and Genitourinary Injuries for the Sports Therapist
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With approximately 10% of all abdominal injuries resulting from sport-related trauma, sports therapists provide a critical level of care for this injury group. But when is the decision to activate EMS made? How is a critical organ injury differentiated from a superficial abdominal wall injury? Join Dr. Todd Arnold as he presents abdominal and genitourinary injuries for the sports therapist. This detailed course covers medical conditions ranging from liver, spleen, and renal injuries to diaphragm and ureter injuries. Take this course to understand the critical components of care and management for easily managed and life-threatening injuries and employ this knowledge in the SCS exam or in your clinical practice.
Infectious Disease for the Sports Therapist
Presented by Todd Arnold, MD
Infectious Disease for the Sports Therapist
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Have your athletes ever suffered from one of the most common ailments, an infectious disease? How can you effectively prevent, detect, and treat these diverse ailments ranging from the flu to mononucleosis and HIV? Join Dr. Todd Arnold as he prepares you, the sports therapist, to effectively manage infectious diseases. Learn the basic forms of transmission for blood-borne and skin-borne pathogens, discuss differences between HBV and HIV infections, and enact standard precautions for dealing with blood-borne pathogens in your own practice. Finally, this course will describe administrative issues related to preventing the transmission of infectious agents in the athletic setting. This course uses immersive graphics, an interactive case study, and thorough lectures to prepare you for the SCS Exam and to manage infectious diseases in your practice.
The Integumentary System in Sports
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The Integumentary System in Sports
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How should sports therapists manage and provide care for athletes with integumentary conditions? In this course, Dr. Todd Arnold introduces the integumentary system for sports therapists, covering basic anatomy and physiology as well as the most important skin conditions for athletes. Among these, infectious diseases such as MRSA are on the rise in athletic populations. Dr. Arnold explains how best to prevent these conditions from spreading and how to treat the most common infectious diseases. He further covers the essential skin lesions, environmental exposure, and contact dermatitis present in athletic populations. Finally, Dr. Arnold gives special mention to MRSA due to its increasing prevalence in athletes and the severity of the disease itself. Throughout this course and each of the many skin conditions presented, Dr. Arnold includes information on prevention, treatment, and return to play to effectively protect your athletes.
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