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Articles for PT CEUs
Functional Exercises to Improve ADLs
August 29, 2017
How do we design function-focused exercises? The focus is on training specific movement patterns, rather than training specific muscle groups. We want to create movements that are relevant to the spec... Read More
Aquatics
Aquatic Gait Training
June 29, 2017
Walking is the most common activity for the majority of the world’s population, and it fulfills a simple need: to get from one place to another. Because walking is such a common task, it appears to... Read More
Aquatics
Wound Care: Basics Concepts and Treatments
June 20, 2017
The question I get asked frequently is, since when do PTs do wound care? I always get asked that question. Why are you, as a PT, doing wound care? Or, you're no longer a PT because you do wound care n... Read More
Wound Care and Lymphedema
Cancer Rehabilitation Core Concepts
May 31, 2017
Nationwide, the area of cancer rehabilitation is growing. The purpose of this seminar is to start a conversation about cancer rehabilitation and what it means to the physical therapist and physical th... Read More
Oncology
Making Sense of Meltdowns: How to Identify and Intervene For Children with Sensory Based Disruptive Behaviors
May 16, 2017
Meltdowns and behavioral disrupt participation and/or performance occupations such as education, your play, your social participation, your self-care, and your sleep. It significantly can affect socia... Read More
Pediatrics
Filling Your Toolbox with Techniques: Treating Children with ADHD
April 25, 2017
I think it's important to note that in recent years, the prevalence of ADHD has increased considerably. In this course, we'll delve into treatment strategies for home and school to assist chil... Read More
Pediatrics
Assessment and Management of Pediatric Concussion
March 30, 2017
The commonly used definition of concussion from the American Academy of Neurology is a clinical syndrome of biomechanically induced alteration of brain function that typically affects memory and orien... Read More
Pediatrics Sports
Benefits of Infant Massage for Both Child and Caregiver
March 27, 2017
This introduction to Infant Massage will encompass setting the environment, initiating sessions and basic strokes. It will include an exploration of the benefits of Infant Massage for both child and c... Read More
Pediatrics
Switch Assessment
March 16, 2017
Assistive technology provides independence in the areas of mobility, communication, education, vocation, and activities of daily living. To benefit from this technology, the client must be able to acc... Read More
Assistive Technology
Building Healthy Brains: Sensory Strategies for Optimal Brain Function & Postural Concerns
March 7, 2017
Optimal function of our body occurs when our sensory and motor systems are strong and able to adapt to the demands of the environment. Today’s children often struggle with fidgeting, decreased atten... Read More
Keys for Success: Strategies for Working with Teens and Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder
February 28, 2017
Introduction and Overview Thank you everyone for joining me today. This is a topic that's near and dear to my heart, so I'm happy to share this information. First, I'd like to start with a... Read More
Pediatrics
Professional Liability Exposures for Physical Therapy - A Contemporary View
February 8, 2017
I'm happy to be with you today to present this risk information for physical therapists. HPSO and CNA, the underwriter for the HPSO program, firmly believe that knowledge is the key to enhancing p... Read More
Professional Issues and Compliance
GBS: GoodBye Symptoms via Physical Therapy Interventions
January 31, 2017
GBS is also known as acute inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy. During the course of this presentation, we will first review the history of GBS. Next, we will define GBS, discuss its etiology, a... Read More
Neurology
Prevention and Management of Pediatric Overuse Injuries
December 28, 2016
In the United States, over 30 million children and adolescents are involved in sports. Data for the National Federation of State High School associations has demonstrated that over 7.8 million high sc... Read More
Pediatrics Sports
Supervising Assistants, Students, and Aides: Upholding Your Ethics in a Challenging Health Care Environment
December 20, 2016
Within the scope of practice for OT or PT, supervision is a process aimed at ensuring the safe and effective delivery of therapy services. It’s also about fostering professional competence. I recent... Read More
Ethics and Jurisprudence Professional Issues and Compliance
Abilities Based Approaches to Treatment of Persons with Dementia
December 20, 2016
As therapists, we know that we need an interdisciplinary team approach. Unfortunately, we often operate under the “silo mentality.” In other words, siloing occurs when departments or groups within... Read More
Geriatrics Neurology
Upper Extremity Custom Orthotics - Part 2
December 1, 2016
This 2-part series will address basic information for creating and modifying custom thermoplastic orthotics for the upper extremity. Education learned from this series will be beneficial to those work... Read More
Prosthetics and Orthotics
Palliative Care Concepts for the Rehabilitation Professional: Adapting to an Evolving Disease Process
November 30, 2016
The definition of palliative care is “an approach that improves quality of life (QoL) for patients and families facing life-threatening illness.” There's a lot of confusion that palliative care an... Read More
Home Health
Effective Communication: Moving Beyond the Silos in Home Health Care
November 22, 2016
One of the key elements that will be vital to achieve success in this post-acute world, specifically as it relates to home health care, is communication. Not merely communication – effective communi... Read More
Home Health
Legislation: Preparing for the ATP Exam
November 17, 2016
The RESNA Assistive Technology Professional certification examination includes questions from a variety of content areas. One of those areas is Legislation. This module will cover the content area inc... Read More