This comprehensive hybrid course consists of both didactic (online) and practical (Michener Lab Facilities) components. It is designed to allow learners to progress through the didactic online modules at their own pace, with the opportunity to apply, practice and master the concepts learned during the virtual component in the laboratory sessions.

While emphasis will be directed towards local anesthetic and corticosteroid agents, this course will also examine the current role of prolotherapy agents, sclerotherapy agents, and articular lubricants in clinical practice.

Course content is suitable for those without previous exposure to this material or experience in these techniques, while also being an excellent review for those who would like to update their skills or who desire a refresher on these concepts.

Upon successful completion of this course, learners will cover all aspects – including pharmacology, indications, contraindications, complications, related emergencies, injection techniques, current/evidence-based advancements and recommendations – of all the injectables currently listed on the Ontario Chiropody Drug List.

This course is intended to provide a solid foundation for the use of other injectables in the future.