Rotator Cuff Related Shoulder Pain (RCRSP)

This physiotherapy online course, provides a comprehensive and evidence-based exploration of Rotator Cuff Related Shoulder Pain (RCRSP), one of the most prevalent causes of shoulder dysfunction in clinical practice. Drawing on the latest research from the past five years, the online course challenges outdated concepts such as the mechanical impingement theory and emphasizes a biopsychosocial model of assessment and management. Participants will learn to view RCRSP as an umbrella term encompassing conditions such as subacromial pain syndrome, tendinopathy, and partial or full-thickness tears, and will explore how symptoms often extend beyond structural pathology.

Through a blend of clinical reasoning, patient-centered assessment strategies, and practical management approaches, this course highlights the importance of education, exercise therapy, and adjunct interventions. It equips clinicians to identify individual pain drivers, apply evidence-based physical examination procedures, and tailor rehabilitation programs to patient-specific presentations. By the end, learners will be able to integrate the latest scientific evidence with holistic care principles to optimize outcomes for individuals experiencing RCRSP.

About the Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Program Instructor  

The musculoskeletal physiotherapy program is led by Mustufa Kagdi, MACP, APAM, a highly accomplished Titled APA Musculoskeletal and Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist based in Australia. With nearly two decades of experience and expertise in advanced manual therapy, biomechanics, and pain science, Mustufa has successfully mentored physiotherapists at all levels.

Having completed his Master of Manual and Sports Physiotherapy at the University of South Australia, Mustufa brings a wealth of knowledge about Australian physiotherapy practice and standards. His interactive teaching style and deep understanding of clinical reasoning make this program a must for international physiotherapists aiming to thrive in Australia.