Statins in the Musculoskeletal Landscape

🚑 **Statins in the Musculoskeletal Landscape: An Evidence-Based Inquiry** 🚀 **Course Overview:** Join Cross Border Seminars for a deep dive into the complexities of statin intolerance and its impact on musculoskeletal health. This one-hour course, led by the esteemed Debra Dent BPT Dip Manip PT OCS (Emeritus) FCAMPT (Retired), is crafted for **musculoskeletal clinicians** seeking to understand and effectively manage SAMS or statin-associated muscle symptoms. 📊 **Course Highlights:** - **Statin Overview**: Unravel the nuances of statin-related muscle pain and intolerance, including its definition, prevalence, FDA guidelines, benefits, and risks. - **Types of Statins**: Explore the various types of statins and their associated symptoms, risk factors, and dosage considerations. - **Diagnosis**: Learn about diagnostic tools such as Creatine Kinase levels, the Statin-associated muscle symptom clinic index, and how the Mayo Clinic addresses statin intolerance. - **The Nocebo Effect**: Delve into the psychological phenomenon that can influence patient experiences with statins and strategies to mitigate its impact. - **Research Insights**: Examine key studies like the STOMP Study, Lancet Report, and recent meta-analyses shedding light on statin intolerance prevalence and mechanisms behind SAMS. - **Mechanisms & Levels of Muscle Involvement**: Understand the different levels of muscle involvement associated with statin use, from rhabdomyolysis to myalgia, hyperCKemia, and autoimmune necrotizing myopathy. - **Differential Diagnosis**: Discuss other immune-mediated and possible musculoskeletal diagnoses that mimic SAMS. - **Statins & Tendinopathy**: Investigate the potential association between statins and tendinopathy, along with drug and food interactions. - **Case Study**: Analyze a real-world case study of a patient experiencing statin muscle pain and intolerance. - **Summary & Quiz**: Wrap up with a comprehensive review of the course content and test your knowledge with an accompanying quiz. 🔍 **Course Objectives:** - To provide healthcare professionals with a thorough understanding of statin muscle pain and its management. - To equip clinicians with the knowledge to differentiate between true statin intolerance and other musculoskeletal conditions. - To enhance patient care by identifying and addressing statin-related myopathies effectively. 📖 **Who Should Attend?** This course is specifically designed for: - Physiotherapists - Physical Therapy Assistants - Medical Doctors - Nurse Practitioners - Researchers and Academics in Musculoskeletal Health 📅 **Join Us!** Embark on a journey to enhance your clinical expertise with our evidence-based course. Register today and be part of a community dedicated to advancing musculoskeletal care in the era of statin therapy. 🎓 "This course will not only deepen your understanding of the muscular implications of statin use but also refine your diagnostic skills, ensuring you can provide top-notch care to your patients." - Debra Dent Don't miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and improve patient outcomes. 🌱 Enroll now and stay ahead in the evolving field of musculoskeletal health!