Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders

Catherine Lewan, PT, DPT

Online Course

Includes all course content in digital format

Prerequisites Required
2 hours - Provided by Summit Professional Education

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Description

Historically, hypermobility has been underdiagnosed in children and adults, resulting in decreased efficacy of treatment, functional limitation and disability that can be frustrating for both patients and clinicians who do not have the specific tools necessary for identification and management of hypermobility spectrum disorders (HSD.) It is estimated that 20% or more of the population is hypermobile, which is associated with musculoskeletal injury, proprioceptive deficits, and persistent pain; neurological anomalies and neuroimmune upregulation; visceral and cardiovascular dysfunction; gastrointestinal distress and decreased quality of life and functional capacity. Rehab specialists who take this intermediate-level workshop will be able to identify hypermobility spectrum disorders and associated comorbidities and initiate treatment strategies critical to improving functional outcomes. Participants will benefit from didactic learning as well as case studies and practicum that will be immediately applicable to a variety of patient populations and settings.

Highlights

  • Current terminology and diagnostic criteria for hypermobility spectrum disorders based on the 2017International Consortium Classification
  • Effective strategies for improving functional outcomes in hypermobile patients

Learning Objectives

  1. Examine current criteria for identifying hypermobility spectrum disorders.
  2. Apply individualized and evidence-informed treatment strategies to empower participation in meaningful activities and self-management of symptoms that present in hypermobile patients.

Course Content

Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders
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Next Steps
Module
  1. Identification of Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders
    1. Overview of hypermobility and associated conditions
    2. Current diagnostic criteria and terminology for pediatrics and adults
    3. Screening and assessment tools for clinical rehab specialists
  2. Treatment of Hypermobility and Common Comorbidities
    1. Therapeutic exercise and neuromotor reeducation
    2. Pacing, adaptation of body mechanics, assistive devices,modification to ADL
    3. Sensory processing and persistent pain
    4. Referral to multidisciplinary team: PT, OT, ST, Neurology, orthopedics, immunologist/ allergist
Catherine Lewan, PT, DPT, CYT, CPI took her first pelvic floor training course from the Women's Health Foundation in 2006 while she was working as a full-time fitness, Yoga and Pilates instructor. She earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Illinois at Chicago and set out to further specialize in Orthopedic, Pelvic, and Obstetric Physical Therapy. She created the Pelvic and Abdominal Physical Therapy Program at Andersonville Physical Therapy in Chicago, which continues to grow and thrive in its mission to serve the needs of those with pelvic floor and abdominal dysfunction by providing compassionate, integrative and evidence-informed care. Dr. Lewan is a member of the Orthopedic and Women's Health Sections of the American Physical Therapy Association, the International Association of Yoga Therapists, and the Chicagoland Pelvic Floor Research Consortium. She is a faculty member for several Chicago-based Yoga Teacher Training programs, including the Amala School of Prenatal Yoga's 85-hour prenatal teacher training. She enjoys integrating mind-body exercise into medicine (and vice versa!) and making information about the pelvic floor accessible and entertaining for all.

DISCLOSURES

FINANCIAL: Catherine Lewan is compensated by Summit as an instructor. She is the owner of Inner Awakening, LLC.

NONFINANCIAL: Catherine Lewan receives sample product to demo from Elvie.

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