Mobile OMT Upper Extremity 3.1.4

Orthopaedic Manipulative Therapy (OMT) for the Upper Extremity serves as a valuable clinical resource for students, clinicians, and educators engaged in manipulative/manual therapy for musculoskeletal disorders. This comprehensive mobile application presents an array of manipulative techniques for the shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand, all structured around the latest evidence-based practices in addressing upper extremity disorders.

Each technique is complemented by detailed, step-by-step written instructions alongside high-quality video demonstrations featuring audio guidance. Notably, the videos are downloadable upon installation, ensuring offline accessibility.

Highlights of OMT UE include:

• Instructions for over 50 orthopaedic manipulative techniques targeting the upper extremity.
• High-definition video demonstrations performed by fellowship-trained orthopaedic manual therapists, presented from two angles to clarify subtle details.
• Corresponding audio instructions accompany each video, enhancing understanding of the techniques as they are demonstrated.
• Common diagnoses or indications for each technique are provided to guide clinical decision-making.
• The app covers various techniques including high-velocity thrust joint manipulations, non-thrust joint mobilizations, muscle stretching, and “contract-relax” stretching techniques.
• Summaries of recent clinical research on OMT for each upper extremity region (shoulder, elbow, wrist/hand) are provided.
• Links to PubMed abstracts facilitate access to relevant studies on OMT for upper extremity disorders (internet connection required).
• The ability to easily email PubMed abstracts directly from the app to colleagues or oneself.
• A historical overview of manipulative therapy enriches the user's understanding of the field.
• Capability to output video to larger screens or projectors using appropriate cables from Apple devices.

This application is particularly suited for professionals involved in conservative manual therapy for musculoskeletal conditions. It is designed with various users in mind, including osteopathic physicians, physical therapists, chiropractors, medical students, interns, residents, educators, and anyone interested in expanding their knowledge in manipulative/manual therapy.

Additionally, it is worth noting the size of the app is considerable due to the inclusion of high-quality videos; thus, downloading over a Wi-Fi connection may be beneficial. Should any issues arise during installation (such as bugs or failure to launch), users are advised to delete and redownload the app without incurring extra charges.

Completing your educational toolkit with the SPINE and LOWER EXTREMITY OMT apps is also encouraged for a more in-depth understanding of manipulative therapy across different anatomical regions.