AO Sports Principles Course - Principles of Sports Medicine - The Joint is an Organ

AO Sports Principles Course - Principles of Sports Medicine - The Joint is an Organ is organized by AO Sports and will be held from May 02 - 03, 2025 at Hotel NH Collection München Bavaria, Munich, Bavaria, Germany.

Goal:
The goal of this educational event is to teach the fundamental principles of sports medicine, with focus on the knee and shoulder. It is critical to recognize that the joint works as “an organ system”. Applied knowledge of knee and shoulder anatomy and biomechanics will assist in the diagnosis and management of sports injuries.

Participants will achieve technical competency in the arthroscopic and open treatment of common knee and shoulder pathology.

Description:
This 2-day course introduces the principles of sports injuries through a variety of interactive educational modalities. Using arthroscopic simulations and practical exercises, 3D-animated tours, and case discussions, this course addresses all fundamental aspects of sports medicine, from anatomy and biomechanics to principles of arthroscopy, fixation strategies, and rehabilitation protocols. Modules and small group discussions will be moderated by world-renowned, expert faculty, and participants will have the opportunity to interact and discuss cases with them. This course is the stepping stone to AO Sports Advanced and Masters courses.

Objectives:

• Appreciate the unique anatomy and biomechanics of intra- and extraarticular structures around the knee and shoulder
• Perform a thorough and systematic history and physical examination and review pertinent imaging studies, taking into consideration