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The PhysicalTherapy.com courses below are accepted by the Pennsylvania State Board of Physical Therapy, except courses unrelated to the actual practice of physical therapy/direct patient care such as billing, marketing, documentation, and reimbursement, which will not be accepted by the board. The Pennsylvania State Board of Physical Therapy accepts courses approved by the board or courses approved by another state's APTA chapter, and PhysicalTherapy.com is an accredited provider by the TX Physical Therapy Association (Provider #2406033TX).
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https://www.physicaltherapy.com/pt-ceus/course/communication-strategies-when-working-with-4459
Communication Strategies When Working With People With Dementia
Communication is the basis for every interaction between human beings and involves providing a message and interpreting a message for each person. The brain changes that occur in people with dementia interfere with their expression of verbal messages as the disease progresses, but also with how they interpret and process incoming information. Similarly, the message conveyed is more than just words; it involves non-verbal communication even more than verbal. This course helps you take a second look at how your approach and word choices impact a person with dementia while providing care in-home health and how care partners (family members) can better translate the messages people with dementia are providing
auditory, textual, visual
Communication Strategies When Working With People With Dementia
Presented by Cathy Ciolek, PT, DPT, GCS, FAPTA
Course: #4459Level: Intermediate2 Hours
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AK/2.0; AL/2.0; AR/2.0; AZ/2.0; CA/2.0; CO/2.0; CT/2.0; DC/2.0; DE/2.0; FL/2.0; GA/2.0; HI/2.0; IA/2.0; IACET/0.2; ID/2.0; IL/2.0; IN/2.0; KS/2.0; KY/2.0 Category 2; MA/2.0; ME/2.0; MI/2.0; MO/2.0; MS/2.0; MT/2.0; NC/2.0; ND/2.0; NE/2.0; NH/2.0; NY/2.0; OK/2.0; OR/2.0; PA/2.0; RI/2.0; SC/2.0; SD/2.0; TN/2.0; TX/2.0; UT/2.0; VA/2.0; VT/2.0; WA/2.0; WI/2.0; WY/2.0
Communication is the basis for every interaction between human beings and involves providing a message and interpreting a message for each person. The brain changes that occur in people with dementia interfere with their expression of verbal messages as the disease progresses, but also with how they interpret and process incoming information. Similarly, the message conveyed is more than just words; it involves non-verbal communication even more than verbal. This course helps you take a second look at how your approach and word choices impact a person with dementia while providing care in-home health and how care partners (family members) can better translate the messages people with dementia are providing
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https://www.physicaltherapy.com/pt-ceus/course/writing-letters-medical-necessity-for-4424
Writing Letters of Medical Necessity for Seating and Wheelchairs
This course covers the details of what to include in a letter of medical necessity. Examples are given along the way to support different types of chairs and seating and different scenarios for when insurance companies ask for information.
auditory, textual, visual
Writing Letters of Medical Necessity for Seating and Wheelchairs
Presented by Lindsey Veety, PT, DPT, ATP/SMS
Course: #4424Level: Intermediate2 Hours
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This course covers the details of what to include in a letter of medical necessity. Examples are given along the way to support different types of chairs and seating and different scenarios for when insurance companies ask for information.
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https://www.physicaltherapy.com/pt-ceus/course/documentation-in-spinal-cord-injury-4481
Documentation in Spinal Cord Injury: Letters of Medical Necessity, Goals Setting and More
This course will discuss documentation across the continuum of spinal cord injury with emphasis on documentation of short- and long-term goals, outcome measures, functional treatment interventions, and procurement of specialized DME including letters of medical necessity (LMNs) for wheelchairs.
auditory, textual, visual
Documentation in Spinal Cord Injury: Letters of Medical Necessity, Goals Setting and More
Presented by Kristen Cezat, PT, DPT, NCS, ATP/SMS
Course: #4481Level: Introductory2 Hours
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AK/2.0; AL/2.0; AR/2.0; AZ/2.0; CA/2.0; CO/2.0; CT/2.0; DC/2.0; DE/2.0; FL/2.0; GA/2.0; HI/2.0; IA/2.0; IACET/0.2; ID/2.0; IL/2.0; IN/2.0; KS/2.0; KY/2.0 Category 2; MA/2.0; ME/2.0; MI/2.0; MO/2.0; MS/2.0; MT/2.0; NC/2.0; ND/2.0; NE/2.0; NH/2.0; NY/2.0; OK/2.0; OR/2.0; PA/2.0; RI/2.0; SC/2.0; SD/2.0; TN/2.0; TX/2.0; UT/2.0; VA/2.0; VT/2.0; WA/2.0; WI/2.0; WY/2.0
This course will discuss documentation across the continuum of spinal cord injury with emphasis on documentation of short- and long-term goals, outcome measures, functional treatment interventions, and procurement of specialized DME including letters of medical necessity (LMNs) for wheelchairs.
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https://www.physicaltherapy.com/pt-ceus/course/evidence-and-resources-to-prevent-4477
Evidence and Resources to Prevent Falls and Improve Balance for Older Adults in the Home and Beyond
This course will present the most up-to-date evidence on the etiology of falls among older adults, assessment of fall risk, and interventions to improve balance. Beyond that, a holistic approach to the individual and their environment(s) as well as resources to decrease fall risk and enable aging in place will be presented
auditory, textual, visual
Evidence and Resources to Prevent Falls and Improve Balance for Older Adults in the Home and Beyond
Presented by Jennifer L. Vincenzo, PT, MPH, PhD, Board Certified Clinical Specialist, Geriatric Physical Therapy (GCS) Board Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) Board Certified Wound Specialist (CWS) Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS) Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP)
Course: #4477Level: Introductory2 Hours
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AK/2.0; AL/2.0; AR/2.0; AZ/2.0; CA/2.0; CO/2.0; CT/2.0; DC/2.0; DE/2.0; FL/2.0; GA/2.0; HI/2.0; IA/2.0; IACET/0.2; ID/2.0; IL/2.0; IN/2.0; KS/2.0; KY/2.0 Category 2; MA/2.0; ME/2.0; MI/2.0; MO/2.0; MS/2.0; MT/2.0; NC/2.0; ND/2.0; NE/2.0; NH/2.0; NY/2.0; OK/2.0; OR/2.0; PA/2.0; RI/2.0; SC/2.0; SD/2.0; TN/2.0; TX/2.0; UT/2.0; VA/2.0; VT/2.0; WA/2.0; WI/2.0; WY/2.0
This course will present the most up-to-date evidence on the etiology of falls among older adults, assessment of fall risk, and interventions to improve balance. Beyond that, a holistic approach to the individual and their environment(s) as well as resources to decrease fall risk and enable aging in place will be presented
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https://www.physicaltherapy.com/pt-ceus/course/functional-exercise-for-older-adult-4457
Functional Exercise for the Older Adult With Dementia
This course reviews current literature, definitions, and guidelines on dementia in older adults and its impact on physical activity and physical therapy practice. Recommended treatments, precautions, and contraindications when treating individuals with dementia and implementing functional exercise are also included.
auditory, textual, visual
Functional Exercise for the Older Adult With Dementia
Presented by Kevin Cezat, PT, DPT, GCS
Course: #4457Level: Introductory2 Hours
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AK/2.0; AL/2.0; AR/2.0; AZ/2.0; CA/2.0; CO/2.0; CT/2.0; DC/2.0; DE/2.0; FL/2.0; GA/2.0; HI/2.0; IA/2.0; IACET/0.2; ID/2.0; IL/2.0; IN/2.0; KS/2.0; KY/2.0 Category 2; MA/2.0; ME/2.0; MI/2.0; MO/2.0; MS/2.0; MT/2.0; NC/2.0; ND/2.0; NE/2.0; NH/2.0; NY/2.0; OK/2.0; OR/2.0; PA/2.0; RI/2.0; SC/2.0; SD/2.0; TN/2.0; TX/2.0; UT/2.0; VA/2.0; VT/2.0; WA/2.0; WI/2.0; WY/2.0
This course reviews current literature, definitions, and guidelines on dementia in older adults and its impact on physical activity and physical therapy practice. Recommended treatments, precautions, and contraindications when treating individuals with dementia and implementing functional exercise are also included.
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https://www.physicaltherapy.com/pt-ceus/course/frailty-in-home-health-4442
Frailty in Home Health
This course provides the attendee with the definition, evaluation methods, treatment strategies, and discharge planning for home health patients living with frailty.
auditory, textual, visual
Frailty in Home Health
Presented by Tracey Collins, PT, PhD, MBA, GCS
Course: #4442Level: Intermediate2 Hours
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This course provides the attendee with the definition, evaluation methods, treatment strategies, and discharge planning for home health patients living with frailty.
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https://www.physicaltherapy.com/pt-ceus/course/bppv-assessment-and-treatment-in-4495
BPPV Assessment and Treatment in the Home Setting
In this introductory course for assessing and treating BPPV in the home, we will review the essential aspects of the patient interview, diagnosing BPPV, differentiating canalithias versus cupulolithiasis, and patient education. All information is based on the APTA's most recent Clinical Practice Guideline on BPPV.
auditory, textual, visual
BPPV Assessment and Treatment in the Home Setting
Presented by Elena Newland, PT, DPT, NCS, MSCS, Jessica Visintainer, PT, DPT, CMP, CKTP, CMTPT, AIB-VR
Course: #4495Level: Introductory2 Hours
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In this introductory course for assessing and treating BPPV in the home, we will review the essential aspects of the patient interview, diagnosing BPPV, differentiating canalithias versus cupulolithiasis, and patient education. All information is based on the APTA's most recent Clinical Practice Guideline on BPPV.
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https://www.physicaltherapy.com/pt-ceus/course/pudendal-neuralgia-evaluation-and-treatment-4446
Pudendal Neuralgia Evaluation and Treatment
Pudendal neuralgia can create significant pain and disability. This course will cover the etiology of pudendal neuralgia as well as best practices for evaluation and treatment
auditory, textual, visual
Pudendal Neuralgia Evaluation and Treatment
Presented by Jennifer Stone, PT, DPT, OCS, PHC
Course: #4446Level: Intermediate2 Hours
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Pudendal neuralgia can create significant pain and disability. This course will cover the etiology of pudendal neuralgia as well as best practices for evaluation and treatment
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https://www.physicaltherapy.com/pt-ceus/course/muscle-clocks-to-schedule-training-4480
Muscle Clocks: How to Schedule Training to Optimize Performance
Learn what muscle clocks are and how to use them to determine when to work out and how to schedule types of exercise like resistance and cardiovascular training. Discover how to build workouts and programs using the latest research on timing training.
auditory, textual, visual
Muscle Clocks: How to Schedule Training to Optimize Performance
Presented by Amy Ashmore, PhD
Course: #4480Level: Intermediate2 Hours
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AK/2.0; AL/2.0; AR/2.0; AZ/2.0; BOC/2.0; CA/2.0; CO/2.0; CT/2.0; DC/2.0; DE/2.0; FL/2.0; GA/2.0; HI/2.0; IA/2.0; IACET/0.2; ID/2.0; IL/2.0; IN/2.0; KS/2.0; KY/2.0 Category 2; MA/2.0; ME/2.0; MI/2.0; MO/2.0; MS/2.0; MT/2.0; NC/2.0; ND/2.0; NE/2.0; NH/2.0; NY/2.0; OK/2.0; OR/2.0; PA/2.0; RI/2.0; SC/2.0; SD/2.0; TN/2.0; TX/2.0; UT/2.0; VA/2.0; VT/2.0; WA/2.0; WI/2.0; WY/2.0
Learn what muscle clocks are and how to use them to determine when to work out and how to schedule types of exercise like resistance and cardiovascular training. Discover how to build workouts and programs using the latest research on timing training.
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https://www.physicaltherapy.com/pt-ceus/course/managing-foot-and-ankle-pathology-4455
Managing Foot and Ankle Pathology in the Distance Runner
Running related injury is a common presentation in physical therapy practice. Some studies report over 50% of runners will experience an injury that limits participation at some point. The majority of injuries specific to distance runners will occur in the lower quarter and many of these will involve the lower leg and foot and ankle complex. This course will review the epidemiology of selected running related injuries and provide evidence-based recommendations for examination and treatment.
auditory, textual, visual
Managing Foot and Ankle Pathology in the Distance Runner
Presented by David Nolan, PT, DPT, MS, OCS, SCS, CSCS
Course: #4455Level: Intermediate2 Hours
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AK/2.0; AL/2.0; AR/2.0; AZ/2.0; BOC/2.0; CA/2.0; CO/2.0; CT/2.0; DC/2.0; DE/2.0; FL/2.0; GA/2.0; HI/2.0; IA/2.0; IACET/0.2; ID/2.0; IL/2.0; IN/2.0; KS/2.0; KY/2.0 Category 2; MA/2.0; MD/0.2; ME/2.0; MI/2.0; MO/2.0; MS/2.0; MT/2.0; NC/2.0; ND/2.0; NE/2.0; NH/2.0; NJ/2.0; NM/2.0; NY/2.0; OH/2.0; OK/2.0; OR/2.0; PA/2.0; RI/2.0; SC/2.0; SD/2.0; TN/2.0; TX/2.0; UT/2.0; VA/2.0; VT/2.0; WA/2.0; WI/2.0; WY/2.0
Running related injury is a common presentation in physical therapy practice. Some studies report over 50% of runners will experience an injury that limits participation at some point. The majority of injuries specific to distance runners will occur in the lower quarter and many of these will involve the lower leg and foot and ankle complex. This course will review the epidemiology of selected running related injuries and provide evidence-based recommendations for examination and treatment.