These courses related to differential diagnosis may meet TX requirements for PTs to evaluate and treat patients without a referral. Additionally, other courses in our library related to evaluation or assessment may be helpful.
1https://www.physicaltherapy.com/pt-ceus/course/using-bed-as-progressive-resistive-4946Using the Bed as a Progressive Resistive Exercise Environment: An OT and PT PrimerComing Soon!auditory, textual, visual129USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $129/yearOnlineOnlyPhysicalTherapy.comwww.physicaltherapy.comUsing the Bed as a Progressive Resistive Exercise Environment: An OT and PT PrimerComing Soon!4946OnlinePT120M
2https://www.physicaltherapy.com/pt-ceus/course/optimizing-patient-outcomes-4908Optimizing Patient Outcomes: Navigating Medical Errors and Preventing Harm and ReadmissionsThis course defines what medical errors are, how they happen, and what can be done to improve the quality of care, patient safety, and reduce readmissions. Many errors are preventable when safeguards such as procedural checklists are put in place and situational awareness is enhanced.auditory, textual, visual129USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $129/yearOnlineOnlyPhysicalTherapy.comwww.physicaltherapy.comOptimizing Patient Outcomes: Navigating Medical Errors and Preventing Harm and ReadmissionsThis course defines what medical errors are, how they happen, and what can be done to improve the quality of care, patient safety, and reduce readmissions. Many errors are preventable when safeguards such as procedural checklists are put in place and situational awareness is enhanced.4908OnlinePT120M
This course defines what medical errors are, how they happen, and what can be done to improve the quality of care, patient safety, and reduce readmissions. Many errors are preventable when safeguards such as procedural checklists are put in place and situational awareness is enhanced.
3https://www.physicaltherapy.com/pt-ceus/course/neonatal-hydrotherapy-and-therapeutic-bathing-4947Neonatal Hydrotherapy and Therapeutic Bathing in the Neonatal Intensive Care UnitComing Soon!auditory, textual, visual129USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $129/yearOnlineOnlyPhysicalTherapy.comwww.physicaltherapy.comNeonatal Hydrotherapy and Therapeutic Bathing in the Neonatal Intensive Care UnitComing Soon!4947OnlinePT120M
4https://www.physicaltherapy.com/pt-ceus/course/program-exercise-sessions-to-maximize-4883Program Exercise Sessions to Maximize Post-Exercise Caloric ConsumptionLearn what excess post-exercise oxygen consumption (EPOC) is and how to program exercise sessions to maximize its outcomes. Explore the relationship between different exercise interventions and increased caloric expenditure, weight management, and general health and wellness.auditory, textual, visual129USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $129/yearOnlineOnlyPhysicalTherapy.comwww.physicaltherapy.comProgram Exercise Sessions to Maximize Post-Exercise Caloric ConsumptionLearn what excess post-exercise oxygen consumption (EPOC) is and how to program exercise sessions to maximize its outcomes. Explore the relationship between different exercise interventions and increased caloric expenditure, weight management, and general health and wellness.4883OnlinePT120M
Learn what excess post-exercise oxygen consumption (EPOC) is and how to program exercise sessions to maximize its outcomes. Explore the relationship between different exercise interventions and increased caloric expenditure, weight management, and general health and wellness.
5https://www.physicaltherapy.com/pt-ceus/course/to-establish-successful-restorative-aide-4962How to Establish a Successful Restorative Aide Program in Long Term CareThis course will focus explores the implementation and development of restorative nursing programming in long term care with special focus on impacting quality measures. We will discuss overcoming common barriers, as well as techniques to continue to refine and develop programming to impact patient outcomes.auditory, textual, visual129USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $129/yearOnlineOnlyPhysicalTherapy.comwww.physicaltherapy.comHow to Establish a Successful Restorative Aide Program in Long Term CareThis course will focus explores the implementation and development of restorative nursing programming in long term care with special focus on impacting quality measures. We will discuss overcoming common barriers, as well as techniques to continue to refine and develop programming to impact patient outcomes.4962OnlinePT120M
This course will focus explores the implementation and development of restorative nursing programming in long term care with special focus on impacting quality measures. We will discuss overcoming common barriers, as well as techniques to continue to refine and develop programming to impact patient outcomes.
6https://www.physicaltherapy.com/pt-ceus/course/qikids-qigong-for-pediatrics-4866QiKIDS™ - Qigong for PediatricsIn “QiKids: Qigong for Pediatrics”, participants will learn gentle, effective mind & body-based movements, breaths and acupressure points proven to decrease stress, calm anxiety, improve mental focus, boost immune system function, and build resiliency. Qigong is the perfect therapeutic movement exercise for both clinicians and clients wanting to create a regular mindfulness practice that supports mental, physical, and emotional health and well-being.auditory, textual, visual129USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $129/yearOnlineOnlyPhysicalTherapy.comwww.physicaltherapy.comQiKIDS™ - Qigong for PediatricsIn “QiKids: Qigong for Pediatrics”, participants will learn gentle, effective mind & body-based movements, breaths and acupressure points proven to decrease stress, calm anxiety, improve mental focus, boost immune system function, and build resiliency. Qigong is the perfect therapeutic movement exercise for both clinicians and clients wanting to create a regular mindfulness practice that supports mental, physical, and emotional health and well-being.4866OnlinePT60M
In “QiKids: Qigong for Pediatrics”, participants will learn gentle, effective mind & body-based movements, breaths and acupressure points proven to decrease stress, calm anxiety, improve mental focus, boost immune system function, and build resiliency. Qigong is the perfect therapeutic movement exercise for both clinicians and clients wanting to create a regular mindfulness practice that supports mental, physical, and emotional health and well-being.
7https://www.physicaltherapy.com/pt-ceus/course/caregiving-for-spinal-cord-injury-4921Caregiving For The Spinal Cord Injury PatientThis course will explore how to identify caregiver challenges, as well as resources and creative problem-solving solutions available for caregivers and patients with spinal cord injuries. Case studies will be discussed at the end of the course to engage providers to think critically and ask questions to advance our treatment plans.auditory, textual, visual129USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $129/yearOnlineOnlyPhysicalTherapy.comwww.physicaltherapy.comCaregiving For The Spinal Cord Injury PatientThis course will explore how to identify caregiver challenges, as well as resources and creative problem-solving solutions available for caregivers and patients with spinal cord injuries. Case studies will be discussed at the end of the course to engage providers to think critically and ask questions to advance our treatment plans.4921OnlinePT60M
This course will explore how to identify caregiver challenges, as well as resources and creative problem-solving solutions available for caregivers and patients with spinal cord injuries. Case studies will be discussed at the end of the course to engage providers to think critically and ask questions to advance our treatment plans.
8https://www.physicaltherapy.com/pt-ceus/course/cycling-related-injury-common-injuries-4868Cycling Related Injury: Common Injuries of the Recreational Indoor and Outdoor CyclistsWith the pandemic and post-pandemic popularity of spin cycling exercise classes, as well as outdoor road biking, an increase in spinning-related injury and pain is ever present in the active population. This course is designed to highlight the mechanics and muscular activation required during the cycle revolution and the implications of speed, stand cycling, and power output on the risk of development of overuse injury.auditory, textual, visual129USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $129/yearOnlineOnlyPhysicalTherapy.comwww.physicaltherapy.comCycling Related Injury: Common Injuries of the Recreational Indoor and Outdoor CyclistsWith the pandemic and post-pandemic popularity of spin cycling exercise classes, as well as outdoor road biking, an increase in spinning-related injury and pain is ever present in the active population. This course is designed to highlight the mechanics and muscular activation required during the cycle revolution and the implications of speed, stand cycling, and power output on the risk of development of overuse injury.4868OnlinePT120M
With the pandemic and post-pandemic popularity of spin cycling exercise classes, as well as outdoor road biking, an increase in spinning-related injury and pain is ever present in the active population. This course is designed to highlight the mechanics and muscular activation required during the cycle revolution and the implications of speed, stand cycling, and power output on the risk of development of overuse injury.
9https://www.physicaltherapy.com/pt-ceus/course/alzheimer-s-and-other-dementias-4864Alzheimer's and Other Dementias: Overview for Healthcare ProfessionalsAn overview for healthcare professionals about Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders is provided in this course. Characteristics of the dementias, such as symptoms, progression, and how they are diagnosed, are described. Care planning strategies for improving communication with patients and families, understanding and managing behavioral challenges, and promoting independence are also discussed.auditory, textual, visual129USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $129/yearOnlineOnlyPhysicalTherapy.comwww.physicaltherapy.comAlzheimer's and Other Dementias: Overview for Healthcare ProfessionalsAn overview for healthcare professionals about Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders is provided in this course. Characteristics of the dementias, such as symptoms, progression, and how they are diagnosed, are described. Care planning strategies for improving communication with patients and families, understanding and managing behavioral challenges, and promoting independence are also discussed.4864OnlinePT60M
An overview for healthcare professionals about Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders is provided in this course. Characteristics of the dementias, such as symptoms, progression, and how they are diagnosed, are described. Care planning strategies for improving communication with patients and families, understanding and managing behavioral challenges, and promoting independence are also discussed.
10https://www.physicaltherapy.com/pt-ceus/course/patient-management-following-diagnosis-parkinson-4801Patient Management Following a Diagnosis of Parkinson's DiseaseThis course addresses the evolution of the management and treatment of a patient following being diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. The goal of the course is to help a physical therapist in creating a unique approach as the patient goes through the different Hoehn and Yahr stages.auditory, textual, visual129USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $129/yearOnlineOnlyPhysicalTherapy.comwww.physicaltherapy.comPatient Management Following a Diagnosis of Parkinson's DiseaseThis course addresses the evolution of the management and treatment of a patient following being diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. The goal of the course is to help a physical therapist in creating a unique approach as the patient goes through the different Hoehn and Yahr stages.4801OnlinePT120M
This course addresses the evolution of the management and treatment of a patient following being diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. The goal of the course is to help a physical therapist in creating a unique approach as the patient goes through the different Hoehn and Yahr stages.