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This course introduces the new home medical equipment staff member to non-invasive bone growth stimulators. This course will cover bone growth stimulators in the broadest generic terms. For specific information related to a particular brand of bone growth stimulator, please consult the manufacturers. This course also includes links to bone growth stimulator manufacturers.

This course introduces the new home medical equipment staff member to standard ambulatory aids (canes, crutches and walkers). Because of the multitude of brands of ambulatory aids and accessories on the market, this course will cover ambulatory aids in the broadest generic terms. For specific information related to a particular brand of ambulatory aid, please consult the vendors.

This course provides an overview of the musculoskeletal system including a discussion of the major disorders that can affect it.

Osteoporosis is a disease in which the density of bone is reduced, increasing the risk of fracture. Around the world, osteoporosis affects one in three women and one in five men over the age of 50. This course examines this serious world-wide health problem.

The participant will enhance her understanding of the skin and its functions.

This course provides an overview of foot and ankle anatomy, types of injuries, diagnosis, and treatment and prevention of foot and ankle injuries.