Electronic Aids to Daily Living (EADLs) provide an alternative means of controlling devices in the home environment such as audiovisual equipment, lights, power door openers, telephones and hospital beds. This course will describe some of the current device options, including access methods and other features. This assistive technology can increase independence and safety in the home.

The 4-part series on upper limb prosthetics will review the types of limb deficiency/loss causes and define terms. It will also discuss prosthetic technology, the evaluation process, functional assessment, outcome measures, management, and resources available.

Please note: This course series is comprised of the following individual recordings: #2406, #2415, #2419, and #2431.

This course is part of the “Hand and Upper Extremity Review Series.”

Harassment in the work place has become a prevalent topic of discussion. We have seen as society changes the rules of what is and what is not appropriate have further changed. This course will review the types of harassment, specific examples, and strategies for stopping harassment in the workplace. US rules, regulations and laws contribute to the foundation of this course and this course meets the mandated training requirements for the state of Connecticut.

This course provides a review of the current research related to the assessment and treatment of BPPV. Assessment and treatment focuses on all three semi-circular canals.

This course will present a hierarchy of computer and tablet access options for clients unable to use a standard access. Access assessment requires analysis of physical access, vision, cognition and functional applications. Alternative keyboards and mice will be presented, as well as other alternative access options.

This course will present power mobility options for those unable to self-propel a manual wheelchair. Mobility options include scooters and power wheelchairs. When recommending a power wheelchair, the clinician must determine readiness, seating, driving method, power seating and other features. This course will present various options with clinical indicators.

The OSHA’s Revised Bloodborne Pathogens Standard Course discuses bloodborne pathogens, the seven methods of compliance and OSHA’s Revised Bloodborne Pathogens Standard. Needle stick injuries and occurrences will be reviewed and ways to protect oneself will be discussed. This course educates the learner on transmission of bloodborne pathogens in the work place and how best to protect themselves. US rules, regulations and laws contribute to the foundation of this course.

This distance learning course provides an introduction to Cascade Dafo and an overview of the philosophy behind dynamic lower extremity bracing for pediatric patients. The course also discussed Cascade Dafo's prefabricated Fast Fit orthotic solutions and examines which common pediatric gait deviations can be addressed with Fast Fit products.

This webinar will take an evidenced based approach to conservative management of trigger finger (stenosing tenosynovitis). This will include assessments and interventions to manage symptoms as cited in the literature.

This course introduces physical therapists/physical therapist assistants to their role in the prevention and reduction of medical errors. Current topics relevant to differential diagnosis, autonomous practice, and ethics will be addressed. Clinical examples and everyday practice will be emphasized. Please note the presenter had internet connection issues throughout the live course and are evident in the recording.