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Pediatric Physiotherapy Courses Aims to  This 2-hour webinar is lecture-based with case studies and is appropriate for pediatric OTs/OTAs and PTs/PTAs at a beginning/intermediate level. The webinar seeks to help therapists answer the questions of What, Why, How, When, Where, and Who regarding the use of adaptive equipment and assistive technology (AT) for children and young adults. An overview of various types of adaptive equipment and assistive technology will be presented. Therapists will learn how to assess for and develop appropriate client/family goals for use of adaptive equipment. A review of high-tech and low-tech options will be discussed, as well as cost vs. benefit, and how adaptive equipment can enhance therapy goals. Attendees will learn how to write an effective letter of medical necessity and wheelchair evaluation. Case studies and quizzes will help attendees consider risk factors for various deformities related to postural alignment, growth, and function, and discuss possible solutions using adaptive equipment and assistive technology. Learning Objectives At the end of this course, the participant will be able to: Define adaptive equipment and AT, and review various types Discuss the purpose of adaptive equipment and AT Types of Adaptive Equipment and Assistive Technology Why, who, when, where to use the adaptive equipment and AT Specific equipment options, advantages/disadvantages/alternatives Review appropriate use of adaptive equipment and AT relative to age, cognition, family needs, and support Summarize important considerations related to growth, environment, and specific diagnoses Recognize the practical considerations associated with the use of adaptive equipment and AT, including evaluation, funding, documentation of need, and fitting Who Should Enroll Physiotherapist Pediatrics Pediatric Nurses Occupational Therapist CPD Credit Hours  2 Hours Resources 1-Month Access to Learning Resources Downloadable Course Material  CPD Certificate Presenter Speaker Bio: Mary B. Pengelley, PT, DPT, ATP Mary Pengelley received her BS in PT at Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse NY in 1983 and her pediatric DPT from Rocky Mountain University in 2015. She has been a certified Assistive Technology Practitioner since 2007. Mary has been the PT clinical director and director of continuing education at Progressive Pediatric Therapy in Palm Beach County Florida for the past 5 years. Throughout her career, she has worked with children with a variety of developmental disabilities, including cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury, genetic disorders, muscular dystrophies, orthopedic injuries, brachial plexus injury, autism, and torticollis. Mary's previous experiences as a pediatric PT include working as a Peace Corps Volunteer in rural Jamaica, and Blythedale Children’s Hospital in NY. After moving to Palm Beach County FL in 1989, she has held positions at Easter Seals, Paley Limb Lengthening Institute, and the Arc. At the Arc, Mary was instrumental in helping to develop Potentials Charter School, an innovative therapy-intensive school for children who are non-ambulatory and non-verbal. Her experience includes inpatient, outpatient and school based pediatric PT, therapeutic horseback riding, developmental dance, adaptive gymnastics, aquatic therapy, splinting and casting, and adaptive seating and mobility as an assistive technology practitioner. Mary has also worked as an adjunct professor, teaching pediatric classes and labs to DPT students at the University of St. Augustine and Nova Southeastern University, since 2010, and has presented at national continuing education seminars and webinars. 

Physiotherapy for Arthritis Hands Aims to  This introductory course will identify the basic physiological processes related to osteoarthritis of the hand and wrist. Best practices for the treatment of patients will be covered. Evidence and research related to arthritis, therapy and functional use will be presented. Participants will learn the most relevant clinical treatment techniques and patient education for the clients. Learning Objectives At the end of this course, the participant will be able to: Identify the physiological processes that cause osteoarthritis Identify functional difficulties that can arise from hand/wrist arthritis Evaluate hand and wrist arthritis patients Provide clients with education on joint protection and adaptive devices. Create effective exercise programs for clients with hand/wrist arthritis Assist clients in identifying pain management techniques for OA Who Should Enroll Physiotherapist Orthopedics Orthopedic Nurses Occupational Therapist Course Agenda: Intro: 5 min Anatomy and Physiology of hand/wrist osteoarthritis 20 min Clinical signs and symptoms of OA 20 min Evaluation of the hand/wrist OA client 15 min Functional impairment related to OA 10 min Evidence of best therapy practice for the treatment of hand/wrist OA 15 min Joint protection and adaptive devices 15 min Orthosis for hand/wrist OA 10 min Q & A 10 min TOTAL 120 min CPD Credit Hours Contact Hours: 2 Hours Resources 1-Month Access to Learning Resources Downloadable Course Material  CPD Certificate Presenter Speaker Bio: Elisa Marks, MS, CEAS, OTR/L, CHT Elisa is currently a practicing Occupational Therapist and Certified Hand Therapist at The Center for Health Enhancement and Rehabilitation in Pacific Palisades, CA. Additionally, she is a Certified Ergonomic Assessment Specialist and provides individualized on-site ergonomic assessments. Previously she has held the positions of Outpatient Therapy Supervisor at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Beverly Hills, CA. and Clinical Specialist II in hand therapy at Kaiser Permanente in Woodland Hills, CA. She received her CHT in 2001. She is the co-author of ASHT’s Treatment Guidelines for Tendon Transfer. Elisa also served on the American Occupational Therapy Political Action Committee Board of Directors for 6 years. Elisa is a frequent speaker at national, state, and local conferences.

Advance Knee Osteoarthritis Physical Therapy Protocol Aims to: Our advanced Knee OA physical therapy Protocol present an evidence-based approach primarily focused on addressing non-operative patients of various ages and abilities affected by PFP and OA. Clinicians will learn a comprehensive approach to treatment including dry needling, soft tissue mobilization, progressive exercises, and return to play criteria based on threshold training principles. Rehab principles and information can be applied to postoperative patient populations as well. Learning Objective: At the end of this course, the participant will be able to: 1) Summarize current research related to patellofemoral pain, OA, and exercise to include relevant research on bracing & taping. 2) Explain how to screen and assess clients to determine asymmetry and compensatory movement patterns. 3) Create an effective rehabilitation program to maximize function. 4) Summarize return-to-play guidelines Who Should Enroll Physiotherapist Orthopedics Sport Physiologist Orthopedic Nurses Athletic trainer Occupational Therapist     CPD Credit Hours: 2 Hours Resources:  Lifetime Access to Learning Resources Downloadable Course Material CPD Certificate Presenter  Brian Schiff, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS Presenter Bio Brian Schiff, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, is a licensed physical therapist, strength coach, author, industry speaker, and business owner. He graduated from The Ohio State University in 1996 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Allied Health Professions (Physical Therapy). He received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Northeastern University in 2021. He became a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength & Conditioning Association in 1998. Brian has worked in outpatient sports medicine clinics for the past 21 years. He specializes in treating general orthopedics and sports medicine cases, specifically the shoulder, knee, hip, and ankle. From 2002 to 2006, Brian served as the strength & conditioning coach for The Columbus Crew Major League Soccer Team. Brian is currently the supervisor at Raleigh Orthopaedic Performance Center in Raleigh, NC. Raleigh Orthopaedic Performance Center is a 20,000-square-foot multi-disciplinary facility that focuses on sports therapy and sports performance training. He currently focuses on sports rehab and injury prevention and serves as a PT consultant for the Carolina Hurricanes. Brian has produced DVDs on ACL injury prevention, knee arthritis, and knee training for runners. In addition, he has authored books on rotator cuff injuries, the treatment of frozen shoulders, and shoulder injury recovery integrated with golf-specific fitness. Currently. he writes a bi-weekly online column entitled Functionally Fit for PFP Magazine.

Protocol for Pusher Syndrome in Stroke Aims to  This intermediate-level course is designed for therapists who are interested in knowledge of updated research to guide best practices for the management of the patient with controversies pushing after stroke. Prevalence, expected outcomes and limitations to progress and discharge planning with this population will be reviewed. In addition, an evidence-based assessment specific to controversies pushing will be introduced and demonstrated. Finally, current literature will be provided on treatment and the instructor will guide participants regarding best practices for optimal outcomes. Learning Objectives At the end of this course, the participant will be able to: Define “contraversive pushing” and discuss the documented pathophysiology behind this phenomenon. Identify updated research on the prevalence of pushing, expected outcomes, and how this affects the management of this population. Explain research available on treatment for controversies pushing. Prevalence, outcomes, and limitations to management Assessment using the Burke Lateropulsion Scale Apply research to demonstrate techniques for effective treatment strategies for contraversive pushing. Who Should Enroll Physiotherapist Neuromuscular specialists Nurses Occupational Therapist CPD Credit Hours 2. hours Resources 1-Month Access to Learning Resources Downloadable Course Material CPD Certificate Presenter Speaker Bio: Jaime Gillespie, PT, DPT Jaime graduated from University of Kansas Medical Center in 2010 with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Currently, she is practicing as a Research Physical Therapist for the Baylor Scott & White Research Institute with an innovative team focused on advancement of research in neurological rehabilitation and medicine. For 11 years prior, she practiced in inpatient rehabilitation at Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation primarily working with patients with stroke. She has taught multiple continuing education courses at BSWIR on the management of the patient post-stroke and acts as a mentor across the continuum. Additionally, Jaime teaches as an adjunct instructor for neurological courses at Texas Women’s University in the Doctorate of Physical Therapy program. She has education in Neuro-IFRAH and advanced certification from Ekso Bionics to treat patients using the robotic exoskeleton. Jaime’s current and past research efforts and publications have emphasis in areas including rehabilitation health literacy, post-stroke and post-SCI rehabilitation. Nationally, Jaime has presented invited presentations, scientific posters, and educational symposiums in various conferences including Combined Sections Meeting and the American Congress of Rehabilitative Medicine. Jaime is passionate about working with the neurological population as well as advancing research to improve outcomes for these patients.

Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Aims to  Become pelvic floor specialists in exercise and rehabilitation. Become specialists in post-partum physiotherapy and rehabilitation. The pelvic floor exercise program's aim is to deliver comprehensive learning on the anatomy, and physiology of the pelvic floor and how to design treatment protocols for individual patients according to their needs. Learning Objective Understanding of female pelvic anatomy and the importance of the pelvic floor muscles with bladder and bowel function as well as core stability. The most common conditions treated in female pelvic health rehabilitation will be introduced including urinary incontinence, constipation, pelvic organ prolapse, dyspareunia, and pelvic pain. Objective examination skills will be introduced including the fully modified pelvic examination and external assessment strategies for clinicians of all practice areas. Effective patient interventions and proper progression will be outlined. Following completion of the course, clinicians will be able to competently address the most common pelvic health symptoms women experience. The most common conditions treated in female pelvic health rehabilitation will be introduced including urinary incontinence, constipation, pelvic organ prolapse, dyspareunia, and pelvic pain. This course will complete a detailed review of patient presentation, objective findings, tradition, and novel treatment interventions as well as the prognosis/plan of care. This CPD course for women health is targeted to both treating pelvic health clinicians and those beginning a new area of practice. Treatment strategies for clinicians of all areas of practice will be provided as most women have pelvic health symptoms at some point throughout their life. Methods of instruction include lecture presentations, multimedia, and written material. Who Should Enroll   Physiotherapist Gynecologist Women Health Specialists Occupational Therapist Nurses CPD Credit Hours  2 Hours Resources 1-Month Access to Learning Resources Downloadable Course Material CPD Certificate Presenter  Natalie J. Sebba, PT, DPT, WCS, CLT Presenter Bio: Natalie is a member of the inaugural class of board-certified women’s health specialists, and also holds certifications in pelvic floor physical therapy and lymphedema rehabilitation. Prior to board certification, she earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy at Duke University and completed the APTA-credentialed women’s health physical therapy residency at Duke Medicine.  Throughout her career, Natalie has served as program coordinator of women’s health and pelvic floor rehabilitation services at several large medical systems across the country. She currently works with the interdisciplinary medical team of Duke Medicine specializing in pelvic health, women's health, and oncology rehabilitation. Dr. Sebba recently completed her position as Chair on the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties, Women's Health Specialty Council where she advanced the board certification process and examination for new clinical specialists. She also serves as an active clinical mentor with the Duke Medicine Women's Health Residency program teaching her unique skill set to program residents. Dr. Sebba is an annual lecturer to several programs with Duke Medical School including Physical Therapy and regularly presents at the annual APTA CSM conference.

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ACJ / SCJ Dislocations and Fractures Rehabilitation Protocol Aims to  This webinar focuses on educating participants on the identification, diagnosis, and rehabilitation of acromioclavicular joint (ACJ) and sternoclavicular joint (SCJ) injuries. The webinar aims to equip participants with the skills necessary to diagnose these injuries by identifying three signs of each injury. Additionally, participants will learn how to design and implement rehabilitation programs for patients in acute and chronic phases of ACJ and SCJ injuries. The webinar will also cover rehabilitation strategies and protocols for ACJ and SCJ injuries, providing participants with a deeper understanding of various techniques used to treat these injuries. Participants will learn how to apply this knowledge in clinical settings to improve patient outcomes. Learning Objective To enable participants to recognize the three signs of ACJ injuries and diagnose them effectively. To enable participants to design an effective rehabilitation program for patients with ACJ and SCJ injuries in both acute and chronic phases. To discuss rehabilitation strategies and protocols for ACJ and SCJ injuries and enable participants to gain a deeper understanding of them. To provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the various rehabilitation techniques and approaches that can be used to treat ACJ and SCJ injuries. To enable participants to apply their knowledge of the signs, diagnosis, and rehabilitation of ACJ and SCJ injuries in clinical settings, improving patient outcomes. Who Should Enroll Physiotherapist Orthopedics Occupational Therapist Athletics Trainer Sport Physiologist CPD Credit Hours 2 Hours Resources 1-Month Access to Learning Resources Downloadable Course Material CPD Certificate Course Instructor Dr. Rina’s physical therapy career spans over 23 years, through the UK, the USA and the Middle East. She has worked in Nationalized Healthcare Services, American health care and self pay services in acute care, in-patient rehab, skilled nursing facility, home healthcare and outpatient clinic. In addition to being a clinician she has developed specialty programs based on evidence-based practice in her role as a project manager. She has also managed the Physical Therapy department in the capacity of Head of Department in a premier private hospital in Oman. Rina is an internationally published webinar presenter; many of her courses are highlighted on Physiopedia/ Physio Plus. Her pocket books are now available on Amazon titled-- Orthopedic Assessments made easy Dr. Pandya graduated from Manipal University, India in 2000 as well as University of Michigan, in 2018 with a Doctor of Physical Therapy. Rina conducts live webinars and is part of the continuing professional development teaching community with courses published in the UK, US, South Africa, Ireland and Australia. Rina is a member of APTA, HCPC-UK and OAP-Oman.