Module 3: Degenerative Disorders of the Thoracolumbar Spine

This Module, Degenerative Disorders of the Thoracolumbar Spine, covers the main pathologies of Degenerative Disorders. These include disc herniation of the lumbar as well as the thoracic spine, spinal stenosis, spondylosis and degenerative spondylolisthesis. It is one of nine Modules of the Spine Surgery Diploma.

It takes 2-3 months to complete with a study commitment of 7-9 hours per week.

You can work towards the Diploma in Spine Surgery in instalments by enrolling on and completing each Module and the Surgical Strategy Assessment.

CME Credits: Up to 63 CME Credits available

Duration: 3 Months Access – expandable to 24 Months with subsequent Module purchases

Tuition language: English

Course Structure: The online lecture is in video format with English transcription, with pre- and post- learning assessment and additional learning materials.

Study Commitment: 7-9 hours of study per week

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Editor: Dr Pedro Berjano

Pricing & Enrolment

Select a package below to enrol and to see what’s included. All courses & packages can be enrolled on to and started immediately. 

Module 3 - Essential Package

Enrolment Fee: €449

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The Essential Package of Module 3 includes:

  • Online Lecture Presentations
  • Lecture Quizzes and Assessments
  • Reference Material Abstracts
  • 63 CME Credits – 3 CME Credits per Lecture (subject to passing Lectures)
  • Online Module Examination
  • Module Tutorial

It does not include:

  • Downloadable Reference Material

Duration: 3 Months Access – expandable to 24 Months with subsequent Module purchases.

Tuition language: English

Diploma: You can gain the Diploma in Spine Surgery by completing all 9 Modules and the Surgical Strategy Assessment within 24 Months of starting your first Module.

Module 3 - Deluxe Package

Enrolment Fee: €549

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The Deluxe Package of Module 3 Includes:

  • Online Lecture Presentations
  • Lecture Quizzes and Assessments
  • Reference list and Abstracts
  • Downloadable Reference Material
  • 63 CME Credits – 3 CME Credits per Lecture (subject to passing Lectures)
  • Online Module Examination
  • Module Tutorial

Duration: 3 Months Access – expandable to 24 Months with subsequent Module purchases

Tuition language: English

Diploma: You can gain the Diploma in Spine Surgery by completing all 9 Modules and the Surgical Strategy Assessment within 24 Months of starting your first Module.

Modules of the Diploma in Spine Surgery

This is one of nine Modules in the full Diploma in Spine Surgery. You can enrol on them individually to study specific topics in-depth, or to work towards the Diploma certification Module-by-Module.

What you will cover in this Module

This Module covers the degenerative disorders of the thoraco-lumbar spine. It comprehensively addresses the main pathologies like disc herniation of the lumbar as well as the thoracic spine, spinal stenosis, spondylosis and degenerative spondylolisthesis in terms of epidemiology, pathogenesis, and clinical as well as imaging assessment, surgical and non-surgical treatment.

Non-specific low back pain is dealt with extensively. The continuum from degenerative conditions to new onset deformity is looked at specifically and its significance in the context of an ageing society is emphasised.

Learning Objectives

  1. To acquire the knowledge to assess, evaluate and diagnose degenerative disorders of the thoracolumbar spine
  2. To learn the decision making process to select different treatment modalities
  3. To know the evidence for the different treatment modalities
  4. To understand the surgical principles of, and the indications for, the treatment of degenerative disorders of the thoracolumbar spine

Lectures in this Module

You can browse the individual Lecture in this Module below, or download a PDF of our Diploma Lecture List.

Testimonials of our Module 3 Lectures

"Excellent lecture. Very good audio and content."

Lecture 3.6 – Thoracic disc herniations

"Good and complete explanation"

Lecture 3.14 – Degenerative lumbar spondylosis: surgical treatment

"Very well structured presentation on a difficult and controversial topic"

Lecture 3.4 – Surgical treatment of lumbar disc herniation

"One of the best lectures"

Lecture 3.17 – The continuum from degenerative conditions to new onset deformity

"Excellent lecture"

Lecture 3.13 – Imaging in degenerative lumbar and sacroiliac conditions

"Good structure. Excellent and well presented"

Lecture 3.18 – Sacroiliac joint pain: evaluation and treatment

"Summarized this comprehensive topic very well and in a very systematic manner."

Lecture 3.9 – Surgical treatment of lumbar stenosis

"Lecture is excellent"

Lecture 3.17 – The continuum from degenerative conditions to new onset deformity

"OUTSTANDING"

Lecture 3.14 – Degenerative lumbar spondylosis: surgical treatment

Module Editor

Pedro Berjano, MD
Head, GSpine4, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi, Milan, Italy
Deputy Editor (Media), European Spine Journal

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Module 3 Degenerative Disorders of the Thoracolumbar Spine

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Thoracic disc herniations
Degenerative Lumbar Spondylosis: Surgical Treatment
Degenerative Spondylolisthesis: epidemiology, diagnosis, classification
The continuum from degenerative conditions to new onset deformity
Sacroiliac Joint Pain, Evaluation and Treatment
Complications and revision in thoracolumbar trauma

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Module 3: Degenerative Disorders of the Thoracolumbar Spine

Pricing & Enrolment

Select a package below to enrol and to see what’s included. All courses & packages can be enrolled on to and started immediately. 

Module 3 - Essential Package

Enrolment Fee: €449

Pay & Enrol

More information

The Essential Package of Module 3 includes:

  • Online Lecture Presentations
  • Lecture Quizzes and Assessments
  • Reference Material Abstracts
  • 63 CME Credits – 3 CME Credits per Lecture (subject to passing Lectures)
  • Online Module Examination
  • Module Tutorial

It does not include:

  • Downloadable Reference Material

Duration: 3 Months Access – expandable to 24 Months with subsequent Module purchases.

Tuition language: English

Diploma: You can gain the Diploma in Spine Surgery by completing all 9 Modules and the Surgical Strategy Assessment within 24 Months of starting your first Module.

Module 3 - Deluxe Package

Enrolment Fee: €549

Pay & Enrol

More information

The Deluxe Package of Module 3 Includes:

  • Online Lecture Presentations
  • Lecture Quizzes and Assessments
  • Reference list and Abstracts
  • Downloadable Reference Material
  • 63 CME Credits – 3 CME Credits per Lecture (subject to passing Lectures)
  • Online Module Examination
  • Module Tutorial

Duration: 3 Months Access – expandable to 24 Months with subsequent Module purchases

Tuition language: English

Diploma: You can gain the Diploma in Spine Surgery by completing all 9 Modules and the Surgical Strategy Assessment within 24 Months of starting your first Module.

Modules of the Diploma in Spine Surgery

This is one of nine Modules in the full Diploma in Spine Surgery. You can enrol on them individually to study specific topics in-depth, or to work towards the Diploma certification Module-by-Module.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is an eccElearning Module?

A: eccElearning Modules are in-depth surgical education courses focused on a specific area of expertise - for example, Spine Trauma or Spine Tumours. They contain 13-23 online spine surgery Lectures and all materials associated with them, including narrated Lecture presentations, assessments, downloadable references (Deluxe Package only), CME Credits and the Certificate Examination. You can work towards the full Spine Surgery Diploma by completing all the relevant Modules.

Q: What does a Module include?

A: Modules are made up of 13-23 online spine surgery Lectures relevant to the Module area. This means you get all online Lecture Presentations, downloadable references (Deluxe Packages only), pre- and post- learning assessments, CME Credits and the Module Examination. You will have access to all these materials for 3 months - if you buy subsequent Modules, access will extend up to a maximum of 24 Months.

Q: Who recognises the eccElearning courses?

A: All eccElearning Lectures are CME accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME), of the Union Européenne des Médecins Spécialistes (UEMS). EACCME credits can be converted into an equivalent number of American Medical Association PRA Category 1 Credits, so you can be sure the qualification is recognised internationally. eccElearning is also endorsed by the European Spine Journal.

Q: Is there a final exam?

A: All our Modules have a final 1-hour Multiple-Choice Question Examination. The Examination is only able to be taken once all the Lecture Assessments for that Module have been completed successfully.

Q: Is there a time limit for completing a Module?

A: Yes, you have a study period of 3 Months, though typical completion time is 2 Months. If you buy subsequent Modules within this time, your access will be extended by a further 3 Months per Module, up to a maximum of 24 Months.

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