Healthclick



An exciting learning tool for individual therapists or teams of therapists seeking to effectively evaluate the shoulder complex for orthopedic dysfunction. It provides therapists with a step by step process to effectively evaluate the shoulder complex for orthopedic dysfunction. Therapists will significantly increase the efficiency of their examinations by mastering the information in this teaching tool. Effective rehabilitation programs can be developed by the clinician through a greater understanding of the testing sequence and the anatomical implications of the tests. Experienced clinicians can utilize this software to obtain a master level understanding of the shoulder testing procedures. Each test segment detailed in the software covers critical pathways, position of the patient, position of the clinician, position of the clinician’s hand, direction of movement, tissues implicated, indications of a positive test, and amount of force to be applied.

Each test of the algorithm contains detailed information about patient and clinician positioning, key hand placements, sequence of testing procedures, force of motion applied, tissues implicated, and interpretations of testing results. Zoomable digital models displaying hand positions for the start of each test. Extended length digital movie of George Davies performing the twenty nine tests of the algorithm. Digital video of each test with step by step commentary.

A complete representation of the shoulder testing algorithm utilizing 3D computer models and digital video presentations. Mathematical recreation of the biomechanical relationships of the arthrokinematics and osteokinematics of the shoulder joint. Complete documentation of the specific tests of the algorithm.

The user controls the pace of the learning, material can also be reviewed and printed for self study. Instruct other therapists on the testing procedures using the software as a in-service tool. Review the evaluation techniques prior to evaluating a new shoulder patient. A great review tool to maintain your competency. Great for students! The shoulder testing sequences are detailed step by step. The experienced clinician can reinforce their shoulder testing techniques in order to develop more effective treatment programs. Submit for home study Continuing Medical Education credit.

Images of the posterior and anterior view of the shoulder are shown with each area of the shoulder anatomically labeled. This section includes a 3D shoulder that the user can rotate with their mouse. Clickable hot spots detail the various anatomical references on the shoulder.

The Complete Algorithm - this section contains a digital video of George Davies MEd, PT, SCS, ATC, CSCS performing the complete testing sequence on a patient. This video demonstrates the mastery of all the tests in sequence.
Digital video of all twenty nine shoulder tests in sequence. This section of The Interactive Shoulder Algorithm ™ is designed to demonstrate the correct execution and timing of each test.

	The Algorithm Examined - this section contains close-up digital video of Mr. Davies performing a selected test. Complete with commentary, these videos are the key to mastery. Animations detailing biomechanics and hand position are illustrated using 3D computer models. This section also contains a written summary of each test including critical pathways, patient and clinician positioning, amount of force, tissue implicated, direction of movement, and indications of a positive test.

Each shoulder test is listed within its appropriate category. When the user clicks a test category all the tests within the test category are listed. Selecting a test will move the user to the test detail screen. Rolling the mouse over the test category displays the critical pathway for each test category. {screen shot, below}



	Instructor narration of the digital videos explains the fine details of each test. Each digital video can be paused and played by the user allowing control over the pace of their learning.
The Interactive Shoulder Algorithm™ includes a re-creation of the biomechanics of the shoulder joint for each test. This analysis will provide a greater understanding of the force and direction of motion of the joint. Each movie can be controlled by the user.

Gain an accurate understanding of starting hand placement. Hand position is a critical aspect of proper performance of the tests. Each image has zoom in capability.

A written analysis of each test can be displayed and printed, detailing the test category, position of the patient, position of the clinician, position of the clinician’s hands (proximal and distal hand), direction of movement, tissue implicated, outcome of a positive test and the amount of force to apply. A great study tool.

	Basic Shoulder Anatomy - this section provides a basic overview of the anatomical structure of the shoulder complex. Also included is a 3D shoulder model that can be rotated and zoomed. Clickable hotspots indicate anatomical reference points. While this tool is not designed specifically as an anatomy tool, it does help to provide a basic understanding of the anatomy of the shoulder. Includes images of the muscles of the shoulder.

System Requirements: Requires Windows ™ 2000, ME or XP, Pentium II 200 Mhz with MMX™ technology PC or equivalent, 64 MB RAM, speakers with volume control, 4X or better CDROM drive, 12MB free disk space. The software installs a small application on the users hard drive and requires that the software CD be in the CDROM drive at runtime. The user must agree to the license agreement and release of liability prior to each software use. Software is intended for licensed medical professionals and is not a patient directed software. Product support:Thirty days of support is provided free of charge with each purchase, additional support can be purchased by contacting support@healthclick.com. This product runs off the CDROM and does not require any activation codes. It can be moved easily from computer to computer.
Continuing Medical Education: Once the software has been purchased, the user may complete and submit a test for Continuing Education Credits (9 contact hours/.9 CEU’s) with the home study test fee. After returning the post-test to North American Seminars and achieving a passing grade of at least 70%, the user will receive a CEU certificate. Passing applicants will receive a certificate via US MAIL within 30 days of submission. Software cannot be returned after CEU test submission or after thirty days from purchase date.
Copyright Axon Software, Inc., 2006. All rights reserved. Axon Software, Inc. is a trademark of Axon Software, Inc. Healthclick™ and the Healthclick Education Series™ are the trademark of North American Seminars, Inc. Quicktime & the Quicktime logo are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. used under license. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. This product is provided under an enclosed license agreement that defines what you may do with this product, limitations on warranties and remedies. This information is not to be considered medical advice and is not a substitute for proper training and consultation. User must agree to a release of liability in order to use the information contained in this software.