Overview

This module will take approximately 30 minutes to complete.

It includes the following elements:

• Background
  • General information about the most common musculoskeletal conditions in children.
• Management
  • How to manage musculoskeletal conditions in children, including when to refer.
• An optional quiz to assess your learning from the course
• An audit suggestion
• A list of useful links and resources for further reading. 

Goals

During this course you will learn how to:

• Recognize normal musculoskeletal developmental features and differentiate them from pathological findings.
• Offer reassurance to parents and carers where appropriate.
• Be aware of when further assessment is required.
• Refer for specialist assessment and management when indicated, and in an appropriate time scale.

Audit Suggestions

Topics covered