SALTR fractures slip through growth plates — like kids, they grow with a pattern!

Course Title: Understanding and Managing Salter-Harris Fractures in Sports Medicine

Course Description:
This course provides sports medicine physicians with a comprehensive understanding of Salter-Harris fractures, a common injury in pediatric and adolescent athletes. Participants will explore the anatomy and physiology of the growth plate, the classification system of Salter-Harris fractures, and the unique challenges these injuries present in young patients.

Through a blend of lectures, case studies, and hands-on workshops, the course covers:

• Identification and classification of Salter-Harris fractures.
• Imaging techniques for accurate diagnosis.
• Principles of growth plate injury management, including surgical and nonsurgical approaches.
• Strategies for rehabilitation and safe return-to-play protocols.
• Long-term complications and their prevention.

By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and practical skills to diagnose, treat, and manage Salter-Harris fractures effectively, ensuring optimal outcomes for young athletes.

Target Audience:
This course is designed for sports medicine physicians, orthopedic surgeons, pediatricians with an interest in sports injuries, and other healthcare professionals managing pediatric athletic populations.