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Re-Imagining PT and OT Assessments as a Targeted Treatment Tools: Adult Applications, Part 1
Presented by Andrea Salzman, MS, PT
Live WebinarWed, Nov 13, 2024 at 2:00 pm EST
Course: #5090Level: Advanced2 Hours
This presentation explores innovative ways to transform common assessment tools into structured and progressive treatment programs for physical and occupational therapy providers. Attendees learn how to utilize various standardized tests to design effective and individualized exercise programs, enhancing patient outcomes. The session covers practical applications of these tools, focusing on integrating assessment results into treatment planning and execution.

Strategic Application of Group and Concurrent Therapy in Long-Term Care
Presented by Kevin Cezat, PT, DPT, GCS, RAC-CT
Live WebinarWed, Nov 20, 2024 at 2:00 pm EST
Course: #5060Level: Introductory2 Hours
This course will explore the implementation and current regulation of group and concurrent interventions in long-term care. We will discuss overcoming common barriers and best practice guidance to develop techniques to maximize patient outcomes.

Reducing Rehospitalization in Congestive Heart Failure Patients: PT and OT Applications
Presented by Andrea Salzman, MS, PT
Recorded Webinar
Course: #5089Level: Advanced2 Hours
This presentation examines strategies used by occupational and physical therapists to decrease readmission rates in patients with congestive heart failure (CHF). The session covers evidence-based interventions, survey findings from practicing therapists, and the collaborative roles of OT and PT in managing CHF. Attendees gain insights into effective practices, patient education techniques, and multidisciplinary approaches to improve patient outcomes and reduce rehospitalization.

Burnout and Dementia: Aging Well for Seniors and Those Who Serve Them
Presented by Cathy Richards, M.A., ACSM
Recorded Webinar
Course: #5094Level: Intermediate2 Hours
Burnout as a chronic and advanced stress response has significant ties to our own aging trajectory, brain health, and dementia risk as healthcare providers, in addition to applications for the older adults we serve. Explore the interesting interrelationship and opportunities in the senior services environment between care providers, older adults, and their family members – utilizing a perspective not available to those who are not as readily exposed to aging issues.

Factors Influencing the Selection of Fall and Balance Assessment Tools and Patient Management by Home Care PTs
Presented by Christopher Voltmer, PT, DPT, PhD, NCS
Recorded Webinar
Course: #5062Level: Advanced2 Hours
This course provides the home care physical therapist with the factors influencing the selection of fall and balance assessment measures in the home care setting. The goal of the course is to aid in the improvement of patient management throughout the continuum of care.

Re-Imagining PT and OT Assessments as a Targeted Treatment Tools: Adult Applications: Part 2
Presented by Andrea Salzman, MS, PT
Live WebinarFri, Dec 6, 2024 at 12:00 pm EST
Course: #5115Level: Advanced2 Hours
This is Part 2 of a two-part series for therapists who work with adults. This presentation will explore innovative ways to transform common assessment tools into structured and progressive treatment programs for physical and occupational therapy providers. Attendees will learn how to utilize various standardized tests to design effective and individualized exercise programs, enhancing patient outcomes. The session will cover practical applications of these tools, focusing on integrating assessment results into treatment planning and execution.

How to Keep Your Home Care Patient on Their Feet!
Presented by Christopher Voltmer, PT, DPT, PhD, NCS
Live WebinarFri, Dec 13, 2024 at 12:00 pm EST
Course: #5095Level: Intermediate2 Hours
Home health physical therapists are important members of the interprofessional team approach to fall screening and prevention for patients in this practice setting. Learning to differentiate the “why” of the fall is critical to appropriate management, and this presentation will discuss holistic fall screening, treatment, and prevention strategies for patients.

Medicare Part A: Demystifying the Patient Driven Payment Model
Presented by Kathleen D. Weissberg, OTD, OTR/L, CMDCP, CDP, CFPS
Recorded Webinar
Course: #5003Level: Advanced2 Hours
This course provides a detailed overview of the Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM). It includes concepts such as the interrupted stay, interim payment, coding therapy minutes, student service under Part A, and case mix groups for PDPM.

Inspiratory Muscle Training for Rehabilitation Professionals
Presented by Scott Peirce, BHSc (Physiotherapy), PGCert (Acupuncture), MHSc (Physio)
Recorded Webinar
Course: #5016Level: Introductory1 Hour
Inspiratory Muscle Training (IMT) is gaining in popularity worldwide. It has good evidence in many pathological conditions and also for sporting populations. In this one-hour course, you will learn the basics and understand the nuances of IMT.

20 Novel Ideas for Using the Kitchen Table as a Progressive Resistive Exercise Environment: An OT and PT Primer
Presented by Andrea Salzman, MS, PT
Recorded Webinar
Course: #5000Level: Introductory2 Hours
Patients who spend a lot of time in their homes can now be challenged with table-based exercises and activities that are as challenging as those in the gym. PT and OT providers will learn 20+ novel ways to use the kitchen table as a progressive resistive exercise tool.

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