This class will introduce learners to the process of skeletal maturity and the conditions associated with abnormal bone development and maturity. We will explore the typical developmental timeline who ossification centers of the extremities to know how to recognize and manage conditions when things go awry.
Objectives:
- Describe the process of skeletal development in the pediatric patient.
- Identify the secondary ossification center timeline within the appendicular skeleton of the pediatric patient.
- Differentiate various conditions related to abnormal skeletal maturity.
Sara Cuperus, ATC, DC, CACCP, CCSP, ICSC
Chiropractic Performance Center, PA
Dr Sara Cuperus received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Exercise Science from the University of Minnesota and her Chiropractic Doctorate from Northwestern Health Sciences University. She is also a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC), Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician (CCSP), Certified by the Academy of Chiropractic Family Practice (CACCP), NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES), and International Certificate in Sports Chiropractic. Dr. Cuperus has been in private practice in central Minnesota since 2003, where she provides chiropractic care to children, pregnant moms and athletes.
With a background in athletic training, over 25 years of sports injury experience, training in the Graston Technique, and Certified in Structure and Function Dry Needling, Dr. Sara is also one of the area's leading providers for athletic performance and injuries. Dr. Sara has completed multiple internships at the United States Olympic Training Center, treating athletes training in a variety of sports. She has also traveled nationally and internationally working with various sporting events, like the CSIT World Sports Games in Tortosa, Spain. She has also
She was honored at the 2019 Minnesota Chiropractic Association Educator of the Year and the 2020 Chiropractor of the Year.
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