Neurology CEU Courses for PTs

In this engaging and clinically-focused course, Dr. Mike Studer will lead the discussion, presenting the latest evidence on Multiple Sclerosis (MS). This discussion will include new information about the pathophysiology, phenotypes (beyond considerations of relapse/remission), physical activity, neuroplasticity, and wellness management.

This course discusses critical elements of outcome measures, recommends tests for specific settings, and provides evidence-based support for improved conduction and interpretation, enhancing clinical utilization.

This course will address the rationale behind having top-notch documentation and provide education on making your documentation a tool to advocate for your patients. The course will cover ethics of documentation, goal writing, and measuring progress in difficult situations such as palliative care or maintenance therapy.

Recent research reveals a continued lack of outcome measure utilization in the clinic despite efforts from the APTA over the last ten years. This course will explore barriers to the sustainability of outcome measure programs in the clinic and discuss recent evidence demonstrating the power of outcome measures regarding prognosis, plan of care, and clinician decision-making for the stroke population.

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.

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.

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.

The therapy pool presents an optimal environment for delivering physical and occupational therapy services to patients dealing with a traumatic brain injury (TBI). This course delves into evidence-based practices, examining appropriate interventions, and explores creative and enjoyable aquatic therapy techniques to enhance the well-being of individuals within this specific population.

The therapy pool presents an optimal environment for delivering physical and occupational therapy services to patients with multiple sclerosis. This course delves into evidence-based practices, examining appropriate interventions, and explores creative and enjoyable aquatic therapy techniques to enhance the well-being of individuals within this specific population.

PTs and OTs have the tools and the education to address balance and fall prevention head-on. They just need to pick up the right weapons to slay the predator at the door. Join this passionate presenter in exploring 30 practical ideas and interventions for making balance training amazing.