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Cognitive Treatments for Adults

Lisa Young Milliken, MA, CCC-SLP, FNAP, CDP, RAC- CT

As therapists, we are often asked to provide skilled cognitive interventions for clients with a range of diagnoses. Addressing these deficits are critical as they impact multiple areas of function, to include communication, safety strategies, activities of daily living and the overall ability to achieve optimal functional independence. This course was developed to assist rehab professionals with evidence-based interventions to achieve the desired outcomes for a range of cognitive deficits. These strength- based approaches are designed to be practical to include both rehabilitative and compensatory strategies when teaching clients in the areas of different levels of memory, executive function, attention, verbal recall, judgement, and problem solving.Highlights Strategies for implicit vs. explicit memory & learning concepts Dual task training for improved cognitive and motor outcomes Effective cognitive treatment techniques for clients with a variety of disease processes and comorbidities Implement goal writing and objective documentation strategies

Evidence-Based Evaluation and Treatment of the Cervical Spine

Matthew Randall PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, MTC, CSCS, CYT-200

Neck pain is a common complaint among the general population and studies indicate that the overall incidence of neck pain is increasing worldwide. Clinicians need up to date, evidence based, assessment and intervention tools to effectively treat this common condition. Evidence shows that a classification framework to identify which patients respond best to certain treatments results in superior outcomes when compared to a non-classification approach. Therapists can learn these newer models of classifying and treatment of the impairments associated with neck pain. This workshop will outline the various classifications of patients who present with neck pain and identify which interventions are most effective for each stage of the condition. The assessment and reasoning skills gained from this course will allow the clinician to immediately apply evidence based treatments to their practice setting and improve not only functional outcomes but patient satisfaction.Highlights Immediately improve your clinical reasoning skills to identify the most effective treatments for each patient Effective, evidence-based assessment tools to quickly diagnose and classify patients with neck pain

Nutrition Management for Cancer Patients

Jennifer Darby, PT, DPT, GCS, CCN, CPAHA, CEEAA

This course covers emerging research in the interplay between nutrition and cancer, as well as offers into the role of nutrition in three common cancers: breast, colorectal, and prostate. The course stresses advancements in the understanding of carcinogenesis, individualization of nutrition and cancer treatment, and offers an updated take on the role of nutrition during cancer prevention, treatment and survivorship. This course will provide a review of the current relevant literature about cancer and nutrition, as well provide practitioners with an understanding of the central role of nutrition in health and healing. This course provides a scientific basis for the integration of nutrition into the conventional management of cancer, and opportunities to apply information from the literature to interactive clinical scenarios.Highlights Confidently speak with your cancer patients on nutrition and general nutritional recommendations set forth by the FDA Enhance your cancer patient’s treatment and recovery by adding a nutritional component to your overall plan of care

Rehabilitation Considerations for Comprehensive Breast Cancer Care

Nicole Scheiman, DrOT, MHS, OTR/L, CLT-LANA, CKTP, CEES-Advanced, CES, CSST, CDCS, CORE

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the United States, with about 1 in 8 women developing invasive breast cancer over the course of their lifetimes (Breastcancer.org, 2020). Deaths from breast cancer remain the second leading cause of cancer death among women overall (Centers for Disease Control, 2020). About 85% of breast cancers occur in women who have no family history of breast cancer and as of January 2020, there are more than 3.5 million women with a history of breast cancer in the U.S. (Breastcancer.org, 2020). As a result, more rehabilitation professionals are seeing clients with comorbidities stemming from medical interventions for breast cancer. Rehabilitation services are vital throughout the treatment trajectory to provide prevention of co-morbidities as well as treatment of side effects. We are charged with providing these individuals with safe and effective, client-driven treatment techniques to restore and improve quality of life.Highlights Immediately improve your ability to understand acute and long-term side effects of medical treatments for breast cancer that may impact your client’s quality of life Provide safe and effective treatment options for individuals receiving medical intervention for breast cancer

Total Knee/Hip Arthroplasty: The First 72 Hours

Jason Handschumacher, PT, DPT, OCS

Therapists are outnumbered. By 2025, there will be 650,000 Total Hip Replacements and 1.2 million Total Knee Replacements annually in the United States. "Fast tracking",anesthesia advances, minimally invasive procedures and pre-operative planning are maximizing patient lives. This course will teach you how you can best address these patients in your setting and how you can optimize outcomes at the same time. Interact with a dynamic instructor and other therapists so we can work cooperatively ensuring the most functional and cost-effective outcomes.Highlights Pre-operative management, education, planning and coordination Post operative care, treatment focus, and functional progression timelines Fast tracking preoperatively and postoperatively

Evaluation of Inversion Ankle Sprains

Chris Owens, PT, ScD, OCS, CSCS, FAAOMPT

The approximate incidence of ankle sprains in the general US population is 2% per 1,000 at risk persons. The incidence of foot and ankle injuries is much greater for sports participants. Foot and ankle injuries account for 27% of all injuries that result in at least one day of missed sports participation in Division 1 collegiate athletes. Most of these injuries effect the lateral ligamentous structures due to inversion trauma. Inappropriate diagnosis and management of these injuries can lead to chronic pain and dysfunction that may limit sports participation as well as recreational activities. It is imperative that clinicians possess strategies to recognize, manage, and prevent complications related to inversion ankle sprains. This course will assist clinicians with prioritizing examination tests and measures by presenting a tissue specific approach to clinical examination of the foot and ankle. Clinicians will be provided with a systematic examination approach that will allow them to categorize the multiple complications that can present as a result of inversion ankle sprains. A case-based clinical reasoning approach to treatment will provide participants with the ability to clearly communicate findings with patients and colleagues.Highlights Immediately provide a 15-minute systematic examination that includes differential diagnosis for the ankle Learn a rapid examination process for assigning patients to effective treatment-based categories Acquire the most reliable and rel...

Transfemoral and Transtibial Amputee

Brandi Singleton, PT, DPT, CCI

More than 75,000 lower extremity amputations are performed in the United States each year. Many lower extremity amputees will have the potential to regain the ability to walk functional distances with the training of rehabilitation professionals. 50% of amputees report fear of falling and have at least one fall per year. This course will provide therapists with the tools needed to maximize our patient’s potential prior to prosthetic use and promote functional use of prosthetics to allow them to return to optimal levels of function. Therapists play an integral role from day one following an amputation to the day a patient returns to home, community, and work settings. With the proper training and education from qualified therapy professionals utilizing evidence-based practice and effective outcome measures, these patients can reach optimal levels of independence and safety. These outcomes will not only lead to a higher quality of life, but also reduce the risk of further injury and hospitalization.Highlights Improve functional mobility in lower extremity amputees at various points in their rehabilitation journey Effectively reduce fall risk in patients with lower extremity amputation Utilize effective outcome measures to determine an accurate baseline and to track progression

Evaluation and Treatment of the Hip in the Adolescent Athlete

Young athletes sustain a significant amount of injuries participating in sports. The unique nature of the adolescent musculoskeletal system requires developing an understanding of the physical/ physiological differences between adolescent and adult athletes. Effective management of these athletes in the rehabilitation setting demands the practitioner understands both how and why these athletes need to be treated differently than adults. This course will help the clinician to develop an understanding of the adolescent musculoskeletal system. It will also address commonly encountered hip injuries in the adolescent athlete, and how to best manage these injuries to help the athlete successfully return to their sport.Highlights Immediately improve your understanding of the specific hip injuries seen in younger athletes Evidence-based treatment strategies to manage the return to sport process in young athletes with hip injuries

Advanced Concepts in Post-Operative ACL Rehabilitation

Joseph Villena, PT, MPT, OCS, CSCS, COMT

Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries represent more than 50% of knee injuries and affects more than 200,000 people in the United States each year. The vast majority of patients who suffer an ACL injury will undergo surgical reconstruction, with annual costs associated with treatment and rehabilitation estimated at $3 billion. Expectations for rehab professionals who treat ACL injuries post-operatively are to utilize an evidence-based approach when determining appropriate exercises and progressions for treatment. This innovative 2-hour course will help attendees expand their clinical skills and knowledge of evidence-based testing and training to optimize their post-operative rehab programs when taking their patients from injury to recovery to full return to sport.Highlights Develop a thorough understanding of the anatomy and biomechanics of the anterior cruciate ligament, the major differences between various ACL graft types, and the critical time points during the healing process after surgery Strengthen your clinical decision making when determining which activities (running, plyometrics, speed and agility training, sports specific drills, etc.) are appropriate throughout the continuum of post-operative ACL rehab Obtain practical exercise tools utilizing the various concepts of periodization, neuromuscular re- education, open and closed kinetic chain exercises, and neuroplasticity to enhance your treatment approach the next day Immediately apply effective, evidence-base...

Trauma Care and Recovery in Acute Care

John Gwilliam, PT, MHA, CWS

In the United States of America trauma is the leading cause of death for individuals up the age of 45-50 years of age. Overall, trauma related events are the fourth leading cause of death overall for all ages. The resulting acute and chronic injuries will usually require a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses and therapists, to provide a comprehensive treatment plan for successful recovery. Due to the challenges these trauma events exact on the healthcare system there is a significant need for every clinician and provider to have a clear understanding of how these events impact care delivery and patient outcomes. The focus of this course is to help the individual therapist provide comprehensive, high complexity evaluations to identify and address key areas of potential limitation for a patient following a traumatic event. Following the completion of this webinar the therapist will be able to understand essential elements to include in the evaluation, common injuries most often encountered in the trauma population, the important role of multidisciplinary communication and collaboration, and necessary considerations for therapeutic interventions.Highlights Confidently provide a comprehensive assessment of the trauma patient Current limitations establishing an effective treatment approach Patient functional status and impact on their potential progression and discharge disposition