2025 ASSH On Demand CME Webinar: The Extensor Tendon: Achieving Balance-Syllabus

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The 2025 ASSH On Demand CME Webinar titled "The Extensor Tendon: Achieving Balance" is a three-year educational program organized by the American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH), with Paige M. Fox, MD, PhD, and Danielle Grace Sparks, DHS, MOT, OTR, CHT as chairs. This continuing medical education (CME) activity focuses on issues related to the extensor tendon, covering anatomy, common problems, surgical and nonsurgical solutions, and rehabilitation. The program was originally a live event on February 5, 2025, and has been made available online for educational purposes until February 5, 2028.<br /><br />The program aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the extensor mechanism in the upper limb. Learning objectives include describing the anatomy of extensor tendons, discussing common issues and their solutions, and explaining surgical and therapeutic interventions. Participants can earn up to 1.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits, with a portion applicable to patient safety.<br /><br />Speakers for the webinar include Curtis M. Henn, MD, Sarah Mart, Kimberly A. Masker, OTD, OTR/L, CHT, and Jill Putnam, MD, among others, all contributing their expertise on topics such as tendon therapy, common problems, dysfunction therapy, surgical solutions, and post-operative rehabilitation.<br /><br />The webinar also includes assessments in the form of pre- and post-tests, and participants are encouraged to complete these tests to maximize learning outcomes, even if they did not participate in the pre-test.<br /><br />The ASSH ensures that all educational activities adhere to ACCME’s standards, requiring disclosure of any financial relationships to maintain integrity and independence. Any conflicts of interest have been addressed before the commencement of the activity. Overall, the program supports participants in managing extensor tendon issues effectively through updated knowledge and practices.

Keywords

Extensor Tendon

ASSH

CME Webinar

Upper Limb Anatomy

Surgical Solutions

Rehabilitation

Patient Safety

Tendon Therapy

Educational Program

ACCME Standards