Who should attend:

Open to all clinical staff who are interested in learning and developing their knowledge base on the fundamental management of metastatic spinal cord compression and the need for ongoing care post MSCC, or neuro-oncology services.

This course is ideal for:

- Oncology and palliative care clinicians
- Nurses, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and all allied health professionals
- General practitioners and community healthcare providers
- Medical trainees and students
- Anyone involved in cancer care or neuro-oncology services
- Clinically based staff who are interested in advancing their knowledge.

Aims:

This session will provide a comprehensive understanding of metastatic spinal cord compression (MSCC). We hope to equip participants with the knowledge and skills required to initiate and coordinate the acute management of MSCC as well as considering the long-term physical, psychological, and social effects of spinal cord injury (SCI)

Objectives:

• To correctly identify the key symptoms of metastatic spinal cord compression and understand the initial process and key decision making processes
• To understand the pathophysiology behind spinal cord injury secondary to MSCC
• To understand the notion of goal based rehabilitation within the context of MSCC and life limiting oncological diagnosis
• To reflect and understand the key outcomes and quality of life measures which are fundamental after sustaining SCI secondary to MSCC