AOSSM Youth to the NFL Sports Medicine Course no CME-Orthopaedic Emergencies

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Video Summary

In this video, the speaker fills in for Dr. Curl and discusses orthopedic emergencies. They emphasize the importance of having an emergency action plan, understanding personnel and transportation, and being prepared for time-sensitive situations. The speaker specifically focuses on fractures, dislocations, and compartment syndromes, highlighting the urgency associated with these conditions. They discuss forearm fractures, pediatric knee fractures, femur fractures, and tibia fractures, detailing treatment approaches and potential complications. The speaker also covers hip and knee dislocations, emphasizing the need for prompt recognition and appropriate management. Lastly, they discuss compartment syndrome, its clinical presentation, diagnosis, and treatment. Note: This summary was generated by an AI model and may not be 100% accurate or reflect the exact dialogue in the video.

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Presented by Kevin W. Farmer MD

Keywords

orthopedic emergencies

emergency action plan

fractures

dislocations

compartment syndromes