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Illinois Physical Therapy Passport Membership – Virtual Library
257.00
- Meet your entire Illinois PT/PTA CEU requirement, including your live requirement through live interactive webinars!
- All your required courses in one place – including ethics and sexual harassment
- One year’s unlimited access to hundreds of approved on-demand video, text, and live interactive webinar courses – new courses added monthly!
Illinois Physical Therapy Passport Membership – Virtual Library
257.00
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Other
- Meet your entire Illinois PT/PTA CEU requirement, including your live requirement through live interactive webinars!
- All your required courses in one place – including ethics and sexual harassment
- One year’s unlimited access to hundreds of approved on-demand video, text, and live interactive webinar courses – new courses added monthly!
Pursue excellence and fulfill your state CE requirements in one convenient place with an Elite Passport Membership. As a member, you have unlimited access to our entire library of approved courses, plus career-building tools and a first look at new and upcoming topics authored by industry experts.
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Mandatory Courses
These courses fulfill your mandatory course requirements.
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Ethical Issues and Decision Making 2nd Edition
Online
Mandatory
5
40.00
Ethical Issues and Decision Making 2nd Edition
40.00
Online
Mandatory
5
09/30/2024
Course release date: 4/6/2020
About the Course:
This intermediate level course provides physical therapists and physical therapist assistants with an updated primer on the study of ethics and ethical behaviors as they apply to physical therapy practice. The course is designed to help clinicians effectively and efficiently integrate ethical decision making into their clinical practice.
About the Course:
This intermediate level course provides physical therapists and physical therapist assistants with an updated primer on the study of ethics and ethical behaviors as they apply to physical therapy practice. The course is designed to help clinicians effectively and efficiently integrate ethical decision making into their clinical practice.
Online
Mandatory
5
09/30/2024
216.000315
Ethical Practice In Physical Therapy
Online
Mandatory
3
24.00
Ethical Practice In Physical Therapy
24.00
Online
Mandatory
3
09/30/2024
About the Course:
This course covers the principles and standards of ethical practice for physical therapists and assistants and references the Codes of Ethics and Conduct Guides of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT). Ethical issues related to professional practice are discussed. Steps to identify potential conflicts and strategies for decision making to avoid and resolve ethical issues are included.
This course covers the principles and standards of ethical practice for physical therapists and assistants and references the Codes of Ethics and Conduct Guides of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT). Ethical issues related to professional practice are discussed. Steps to identify potential conflicts and strategies for decision making to avoid and resolve ethical issues are included.
Online
Mandatory
3
09/30/2024
216.000315
Ethical Practices with Older Adults, Revised Updated 1st Edition
Online
Mandatory
4
32.00
Ethical Practices with Older Adults, Revised Updated 1st Edition
32.00
Online
Mandatory
4
09/30/2024
Course release date: 7/31/2019
About the Course:
The number of older adults (age 65 and older) living in the United States is growing rapidly. Almost 60 million older adults were living in the United States in 2016. This number is projected to rise to over 72 million by 2030, when approximately one in five U.S. residents will be age 65 or older. The rapid growth of the older population results from multiple factors including medical advances, life-prolonging technologies, and the aging of the Baby Boom generation (whose members began turning 65 years old in 2011).
In coming years, healthcare professionals will face this aging of the population, along with the accompanying health and economic challenges. The purpose of this course is to highlight ethical issues that may confront healthcare and behavioral health professionals working with older adults and their families as these individuals near the end of life. Many of these issues are related to advances in medical technologies that have occurred over the past several decades (and that continue to be developed) and have led to increasingly complex choices. The course will provide background on ethical frameworks and principles used in healthcare settings for guidance in resolving ethical problems. This course will also identify major ethical issues concerning older adults and healthcare decisions and provide a model for addressing ethical dilemmas in healthcare settings.
This basic-level course is written for healthcare professionals, including nurses, social workers, mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, psychologists, occupational and physical therapy practitioners, and respiratory therapists. Other healthcare professionals who work with older adults and on interdisciplinary teams will also find the information presented useful to their practice.
About the Course:
The number of older adults (age 65 and older) living in the United States is growing rapidly. Almost 60 million older adults were living in the United States in 2016. This number is projected to rise to over 72 million by 2030, when approximately one in five U.S. residents will be age 65 or older. The rapid growth of the older population results from multiple factors including medical advances, life-prolonging technologies, and the aging of the Baby Boom generation (whose members began turning 65 years old in 2011).
In coming years, healthcare professionals will face this aging of the population, along with the accompanying health and economic challenges. The purpose of this course is to highlight ethical issues that may confront healthcare and behavioral health professionals working with older adults and their families as these individuals near the end of life. Many of these issues are related to advances in medical technologies that have occurred over the past several decades (and that continue to be developed) and have led to increasingly complex choices. The course will provide background on ethical frameworks and principles used in healthcare settings for guidance in resolving ethical problems. This course will also identify major ethical issues concerning older adults and healthcare decisions and provide a model for addressing ethical dilemmas in healthcare settings.
This basic-level course is written for healthcare professionals, including nurses, social workers, mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, psychologists, occupational and physical therapy practitioners, and respiratory therapists. Other healthcare professionals who work with older adults and on interdisciplinary teams will also find the information presented useful to their practice.
Online
Mandatory
4
09/30/2024
216.000315
Ethics for Physical Therapists and Assistants
Online
Mandatory
3
24.00
Ethics for Physical Therapists and Assistants
24.00
Online
Mandatory
3
09/30/2024
About the Course
Periodic review of the Code of Ethics and the principles detailed within this document is important to fundamentally enhance the practice of the physical therapist. This course will provide an update of the revised American Physical Therapy Association’s (APTA’s) Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapist and Standards of Ethical Conduct for the Physical Therapist Assistant.
Periodic review of the Code of Ethics and the principles detailed within this document is important to fundamentally enhance the practice of the physical therapist. This course will provide an update of the revised American Physical Therapy Association’s (APTA’s) Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapist and Standards of Ethical Conduct for the Physical Therapist Assistant.
Online
Mandatory
3
09/30/2024
216.000315
Preventing and Dealing with Sexual Harassment for IL Professionals
Online
Mandatory
1
4.8
123 Ratings
8.00
Preventing and Dealing with Sexual Harassment for IL Professionals
8.00
4.8
123 Ratings
Online
Mandatory
1
09/30/2024
Release Date: April 13, 2020
About the Course
The purpose of this course is to provide current information about sexual harassment in the workplace and to ensure that physical therapists comply with the educational requirements of Illinois Public Act 100-0554. This includes understanding how to prevent and deal with sexual harassment and how to report such harassment.
Online
Mandatory
1
09/30/2024
216.000315
This course fulfills the required 1 hour of CE on the topic of sexual harassment prevention training.
Live, Interactive Webinars
Online live, interactive webinars provide the ability to ask questions of expert presenters, and meet your Illinois live requirements.
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Components of Ethics in Healthcare, 9/26/22
Webinar
Elective
3
09/26/2022 5:00PM
8:00PM EDT
88.00
Components of Ethics in Healthcare, 9/26/22
88.00
Webinar
Elective
3
09/26/2022 5:00PM
8:00PM EDT
09/27/2022
Expires Soon
About the Course:
This course covers the required code of ethics for occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists and massage therapists. In addition, we will review topics that are further required per specific state licensure boards and the healthcare organization’s specific ethical issues, for which we must be compliant. It all comes together with an evidence-based decision-making model to utilize in a variety of workplace scenarios.
This course covers the required code of ethics for occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists and massage therapists. In addition, we will review topics that are further required per specific state licensure boards and the healthcare organization’s specific ethical issues, for which we must be compliant. It all comes together with an evidence-based decision-making model to utilize in a variety of workplace scenarios.
Webinar
Elective
3
09/26/2022 5:00PM
8:00PM EDT
09/27/2022
Expires Soon
216.000315
Cardiac Conditions – Pathophysiology, Diagnostic Tests and Procedures, and Treatment
Webinar
Elective
4
09/27/2022 4:00PM
8:00PM EDT
116.00
Cardiac Conditions – Pathophysiology, Diagnostic Tests and Procedures, and Treatment
116.00
Webinar
Elective
4
09/27/2022 4:00PM
8:00PM EDT
09/28/2022
Expires Soon
About the Course
This course will discuss the pathophysiology and presentation of ischemic cardiac conditions as well as cardiac muscle dysfunction and failure. In addition, it will review cardiac diagnostic testing procedures. The course will also give an overview of ECGs and the components of cardiac rehabilitation. This course will leave health care providers with a greater understanding of cardiac conditions, their presentation, how they are diagnosed, and the management of these conditions.
This course will discuss the pathophysiology and presentation of ischemic cardiac conditions as well as cardiac muscle dysfunction and failure. In addition, it will review cardiac diagnostic testing procedures. The course will also give an overview of ECGs and the components of cardiac rehabilitation. This course will leave health care providers with a greater understanding of cardiac conditions, their presentation, how they are diagnosed, and the management of these conditions.
Webinar
Elective
4
09/27/2022 4:00PM
8:00PM EDT
09/28/2022
Expires Soon
216.000152
Achieving Optimal Body Composition in Athletes: What is the Best Athlete Diet Plan? 9/28/22
Webinar
Other
2
09/28/2022 6:00PM
8:00PM EDT
59.00
Achieving Optimal Body Composition in Athletes: What is the Best Athlete Diet Plan? 9/28/22
59.00
Webinar
Other
2
09/28/2022 6:00PM
8:00PM EDT
09/29/2022
Expires Soon
About the Course
When it comes to studying sports nutrition – and more specifically, delving into a strategic diet plan for athletes – information can be widespread and often overwhelming! At times, it can seem as though athletes are bombarded by self-proclaimed “nutrition experts”. To make matters worse, manufacturers of supplements, bars, shakes, and drinks often tout their product(s) as the latest and greatest scientific breakthrough. Due to these wide-ranging opinions, it can be difficult for the athlete to ascertain which diet plan is most beneficial for overall health and exercise performance. To clear the confusion, the healthcare professional should be able to understand how to critically evaluate medical literature and recommend evidence based, scientifically sound advice to athletes regarding nutrition and supplementation before, during and after training. Body composition is one of the most important aspects of fitness as the amount of body fat and muscle mass significantly impacts performance and training success, influencing the athletes’ speed, endurance, intensity and power. Thus, the focus of this course is to help the healthcare professional gain a deeper understanding of the clinically relevant research related to sports nutrition and its impact on athletic body composition. This course guides the professional through the process of critically appraising evidence to advocate the best diet plan for athletes, which consists of a healthy ratio of macronutrients that promote muscle growth and recovery, nutrition periodization to peak performance levels, and supplementation to improve overall health.
When it comes to studying sports nutrition – and more specifically, delving into a strategic diet plan for athletes – information can be widespread and often overwhelming! At times, it can seem as though athletes are bombarded by self-proclaimed “nutrition experts”. To make matters worse, manufacturers of supplements, bars, shakes, and drinks often tout their product(s) as the latest and greatest scientific breakthrough. Due to these wide-ranging opinions, it can be difficult for the athlete to ascertain which diet plan is most beneficial for overall health and exercise performance. To clear the confusion, the healthcare professional should be able to understand how to critically evaluate medical literature and recommend evidence based, scientifically sound advice to athletes regarding nutrition and supplementation before, during and after training. Body composition is one of the most important aspects of fitness as the amount of body fat and muscle mass significantly impacts performance and training success, influencing the athletes’ speed, endurance, intensity and power. Thus, the focus of this course is to help the healthcare professional gain a deeper understanding of the clinically relevant research related to sports nutrition and its impact on athletic body composition. This course guides the professional through the process of critically appraising evidence to advocate the best diet plan for athletes, which consists of a healthy ratio of macronutrients that promote muscle growth and recovery, nutrition periodization to peak performance levels, and supplementation to improve overall health.
Webinar
Other
2
09/28/2022 6:00PM
8:00PM EDT
09/29/2022
Expires Soon
216.000315
Ethics in Healthcare: Maintaining Constancy in an Ever Changing World, 9/29/22
Webinar
Elective
2
09/29/2022 6:00PM
8:00PM EDT
59.00
Ethics in Healthcare: Maintaining Constancy in an Ever Changing World, 9/29/22
59.00
Webinar
Elective
2
09/29/2022 6:00PM
8:00PM EDT
09/30/2022
Expires Soon
About the Course
This course is designed to provide an understanding of ethics and the expectations of healthcare providers as it relates to the four principles of healthcare ethics. Discussions around the relationship of laws, ethics and morals will lead into where to find the national and state-level expectations of ethical behavior for each discipline. The connection will be made between professionalism and ethics with a great amount of time spent discussing a few of the approaches or frameworks that can be used to come to a decision in an ethical dilemma. Those frameworks will then be applied to real-life scenarios to assist the participant in applying the information for future use.
This course is designed to provide an understanding of ethics and the expectations of healthcare providers as it relates to the four principles of healthcare ethics. Discussions around the relationship of laws, ethics and morals will lead into where to find the national and state-level expectations of ethical behavior for each discipline. The connection will be made between professionalism and ethics with a great amount of time spent discussing a few of the approaches or frameworks that can be used to come to a decision in an ethical dilemma. Those frameworks will then be applied to real-life scenarios to assist the participant in applying the information for future use.
Webinar
Elective
2
09/29/2022 6:00PM
8:00PM EDT
09/30/2022
Expires Soon
216.000315
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ACL Injury, Surgery, and Rehabilitation: A Science-Based and Evidence-Informed Approach, 2nd Edition
Online
Elective
8
64.00
ACL Injury, Surgery, and Rehabilitation: A Science-Based and Evidence-Informed Approach, 2nd Edition
64.00
Online
Elective
8
09/30/2024
Course release date: 4/5/2018
About the Course:
The purpose of this intermediate-level course is to provide physical therapists and physical therapist assistants with an overview of the etiology and risk factors of isolated ACL injuries; to discuss pertinent clinical examination, classification, and prognosis after ACL injuries and reconstruction; and to review interventions relevant to successful outcomes after injury or surgery.
About the Course:
The purpose of this intermediate-level course is to provide physical therapists and physical therapist assistants with an overview of the etiology and risk factors of isolated ACL injuries; to discuss pertinent clinical examination, classification, and prognosis after ACL injuries and reconstruction; and to review interventions relevant to successful outcomes after injury or surgery.
Online
Elective
8
09/30/2024
216.000315
Acute Injury and Pain: A Strategy, Management and Rehabilitation Discussion for Physical Therapists
Online
Elective
3
24.00
Acute Injury and Pain: A Strategy, Management and Rehabilitation Discussion for Physical Therapists
24.00
Online
Elective
3
09/30/2024
About the Course
Millions of Americans suffer with pain every year. Pain, both chronic and acute, is quickly becoming an increasingly dire public health issue that costs employers, patients and insurance companies billions of dollars each year. This course discuss the management of acute injuries and methods and management of pain.
Millions of Americans suffer with pain every year. Pain, both chronic and acute, is quickly becoming an increasingly dire public health issue that costs employers, patients and insurance companies billions of dollars each year. This course discuss the management of acute injuries and methods and management of pain.
Online
Elective
3
09/30/2024
216.000315
Adaptive Equipment (AE) and Durable Medical Equipment (DME)
Online
Elective
2
5.0
1 Rating
16.00
Adaptive Equipment (AE) and Durable Medical Equipment (DME)
16.00
5.0
1 Rating
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
About the Course:
Adaptive equipment and durable medical equipment both have their places in the rehabilitative process. Both categories of equipment provide compensatory routes for patients who want to function as well and as independently as possible during their day-to-day lives. The following course material will assist physical therapists (PTs) and occupational therapists (OTs) in addressing the numerous barriers to effectively incorporate adaptive equipment (AE) and durable medical equipment (DME) into their patients’ interventions—and eventually into their lives after discharge from services.
Adaptive equipment and durable medical equipment both have their places in the rehabilitative process. Both categories of equipment provide compensatory routes for patients who want to function as well and as independently as possible during their day-to-day lives. The following course material will assist physical therapists (PTs) and occupational therapists (OTs) in addressing the numerous barriers to effectively incorporate adaptive equipment (AE) and durable medical equipment (DME) into their patients’ interventions—and eventually into their lives after discharge from services.
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Adhesive Capsulitis: Physical Therapy Examination, Diagnosis, and Intervention, 2nd Edition
Online
Elective
4
32.00
Adhesive Capsulitis: Physical Therapy Examination, Diagnosis, and Intervention, 2nd Edition
32.00
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2022
Expires Soon
Course release date: 1/30/2018
About the Course:
This intermediate level course developed for physical therapists and physical therapy assistants, describes the most recent findings in functional anatomy of the shoulder, provides an overview of adhesive capsulitis, including its etiology and epidemiology, and offers an up-to-date, evidence-based foundation for the diagnosis and intervention of adhesive capsulitis.
About the Course:
This intermediate level course developed for physical therapists and physical therapy assistants, describes the most recent findings in functional anatomy of the shoulder, provides an overview of adhesive capsulitis, including its etiology and epidemiology, and offers an up-to-date, evidence-based foundation for the diagnosis and intervention of adhesive capsulitis.
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2022
Expires Soon
216.000315
Adhesive Capsulitis: Physical Therapy Examination, Diagnosis, and Intervention, Updated
Online
Elective
1
8.00
Adhesive Capsulitis: Physical Therapy Examination, Diagnosis, and Intervention, Updated
8.00
Online
Elective
1
09/30/2022
Expires Soon
Course release date: 6/10/2021
About the Course:
This intermediate-level course developed for physical therapists and physical therapy assistants reviews the functional anatomy of the shoulder; provides an overview of adhesive capsulitis, including its etiology and epidemiology; and offers an up-to-date, evidence-based foundation for the diagnosis and intervention of adhesive capsulitis.
About the Course:
This intermediate-level course developed for physical therapists and physical therapy assistants reviews the functional anatomy of the shoulder; provides an overview of adhesive capsulitis, including its etiology and epidemiology; and offers an up-to-date, evidence-based foundation for the diagnosis and intervention of adhesive capsulitis.
Online
Elective
1
09/30/2022
Expires Soon
216.000315
Satisfies CE Requirements
Alzheimer's Disease and Other Dementias: Medical Overview and Rehabilitation Management, 2nd ed
Online
Elective
4
32.00
Alzheimer's Disease and Other Dementias: Medical Overview and Rehabilitation Management, 2nd ed
32.00
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
Course release date: 4/6/2020
About the Course:
The purpose of this course is to provide useful, pragmatic information to rehabilitation therapists to facilitate successful rehabilitation for individuals with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Too often, those with dementia are excluded from rehabilitation opportunities based on the assumption that they will not benefit, or they are given a brief trial of rehabilitation that does not take into consideration the special needs of this population and, as a result, they do not make gains. This course will provide an overview of Alzheimer’s disease and its medical management, practical information on optimal interactions with individuals who have Alzheimer’s disease, research findings related to motor learning in this population, existing evidence on rehabilitation with individuals with dementia, and strategies to facilitate successful outcomes.
About the Course:
The purpose of this course is to provide useful, pragmatic information to rehabilitation therapists to facilitate successful rehabilitation for individuals with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Too often, those with dementia are excluded from rehabilitation opportunities based on the assumption that they will not benefit, or they are given a brief trial of rehabilitation that does not take into consideration the special needs of this population and, as a result, they do not make gains. This course will provide an overview of Alzheimer’s disease and its medical management, practical information on optimal interactions with individuals who have Alzheimer’s disease, research findings related to motor learning in this population, existing evidence on rehabilitation with individuals with dementia, and strategies to facilitate successful outcomes.
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
216.000315
An Overview of Hip and Knee Rehabilitation for the Physical Therapist
Online
Elective
4
32.00
An Overview of Hip and Knee Rehabilitation for the Physical Therapist
32.00
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
About the Course
Due to the anatomy and importance of the essential functions of the hips and knees, severe pain in either one — or both — of these areas can have a direct adverse effect on everyday life and can severely reduce the quality of life. The complexity of both of these anatomical structures can present various pathologies. This course will focus on these two parts and will look at the various symptoms, treatments and effective plans of treatment for optimum patient outcome.
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
216.000315
Breast Cancer: Contemporary Rehabilitation Strategies
Online
Elective
6
48.00
Breast Cancer: Contemporary Rehabilitation Strategies
48.00
Online
Elective
6
09/30/2024
Course release date: 3/2/2018
About the Course:
The purpose of this intermediate-level course is to provide a critical review of current evidence to inform physical therapy best practice for the breast cancer patient population. Upon fulfilling the course objectives, practitioners will be prepared to develop an evidence-based approach to the evaluation and treatment of individuals with breast cancer throughout the survivorship continuum.
About the Course:
The purpose of this intermediate-level course is to provide a critical review of current evidence to inform physical therapy best practice for the breast cancer patient population. Upon fulfilling the course objectives, practitioners will be prepared to develop an evidence-based approach to the evaluation and treatment of individuals with breast cancer throughout the survivorship continuum.
Online
Elective
6
09/30/2024
216.000315
Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy
Online
Elective
2
16.00
Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy
16.00
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
About the Course
Physical therapists play a crucial role in the treatment and management of patients with cardiopulmonary disease. It is important for physical therapists to have comprehensive knowledge of common cardiopulmonary diseases/conditions, prevention strategies, and treatment strategies for patients at all levels of care—from the ICU to the outpatient clinic settings. Physical therapists are a key part of the team in the treatment of these patients. This course will help to enhance your knowledge on this patient population.
Physical therapists play a crucial role in the treatment and management of patients with cardiopulmonary disease. It is important for physical therapists to have comprehensive knowledge of common cardiopulmonary diseases/conditions, prevention strategies, and treatment strategies for patients at all levels of care—from the ICU to the outpatient clinic settings. Physical therapists are a key part of the team in the treatment of these patients. This course will help to enhance your knowledge on this patient population.
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Cerebral Palsy Across the Lifespan, 2nd ed
Online
Elective
6
48.00
Cerebral Palsy Across the Lifespan, 2nd ed
48.00
Online
Elective
6
09/30/2024
Course release date: 4/6/2020
About the Course:
This intermediate-level course provides updated, evidence- based information for physical therapists and occupational therapists who work with individuals who have cerebral palsy. This course will be particularly helpful to clinicians who have not recently reviewed the literature related to cerebral palsy and to those who do not frequently provide physical therapy services for this population. Physical therapists who received their training before the profession’s move to doctoral-level training may also find this course helpful because of its focus on the clinical reasoning skills that are necessary when patients can directly access physical therapists without physician referral. Most physical therapists and occupational therapists in pediatric clinical settings will encounter individuals with cerebral palsy. Because pediatric and school-based clinical services typically end by the age of 21, physical therapists and occupational therapists who provide treatment in adult therapy settings also need to be competent in treating this rapidly growing segment of the adult population. Physical and occupational therapists who work with this heterogeneous population need to be aware of the many factors critical to clinical decision making. This course will address prevalence, etiology, diagnosis, classification, examination, evaluation, prognosis, interventions, and outcomes for individuals with cerebral palsy across the lifespan. Because the body of literature related to this diagnosis is extensive, this course will provide an overview of the most salient current issues that impact the clinical decisions and care provided by physical therapists and occupational therapists. Clinicians who desire a more in-depth understanding of cerebral palsy are encouraged to pursue applicable resources and references more extensively.
About the Course:
This intermediate-level course provides updated, evidence- based information for physical therapists and occupational therapists who work with individuals who have cerebral palsy. This course will be particularly helpful to clinicians who have not recently reviewed the literature related to cerebral palsy and to those who do not frequently provide physical therapy services for this population. Physical therapists who received their training before the profession’s move to doctoral-level training may also find this course helpful because of its focus on the clinical reasoning skills that are necessary when patients can directly access physical therapists without physician referral. Most physical therapists and occupational therapists in pediatric clinical settings will encounter individuals with cerebral palsy. Because pediatric and school-based clinical services typically end by the age of 21, physical therapists and occupational therapists who provide treatment in adult therapy settings also need to be competent in treating this rapidly growing segment of the adult population. Physical and occupational therapists who work with this heterogeneous population need to be aware of the many factors critical to clinical decision making. This course will address prevalence, etiology, diagnosis, classification, examination, evaluation, prognosis, interventions, and outcomes for individuals with cerebral palsy across the lifespan. Because the body of literature related to this diagnosis is extensive, this course will provide an overview of the most salient current issues that impact the clinical decisions and care provided by physical therapists and occupational therapists. Clinicians who desire a more in-depth understanding of cerebral palsy are encouraged to pursue applicable resources and references more extensively.
Online
Elective
6
09/30/2024
216.000315
Chronic Health Conditions of Physical Therapy Patients
Online
Elective
3
24.00
Chronic Health Conditions of Physical Therapy Patients
24.00
Online
Elective
3
09/30/2024
About the Course
This course identifies and briefly summarizes some of the common chronic conditions and health problems encountered within patients by the physical therapist in the scope of his or her daily practice. Many of these conditions require specific knowledge about the anatomy, symptoms and considerations for care that are unique to each issue.
This course identifies and briefly summarizes some of the common chronic conditions and health problems encountered within patients by the physical therapist in the scope of his or her daily practice. Many of these conditions require specific knowledge about the anatomy, symptoms and considerations for care that are unique to each issue.
Online
Elective
3
09/30/2024
216.000315
Chronic Illness and Depression- PT
Online
Elective
3
24.00
Chronic Illness and Depression- PT
24.00
Online
Elective
3
09/30/2024
Course release date: 11/27/2017
About the Course:
This basic-level course addresses the knowledge gap by providing rehabilitation professionals with an overview of the co-occurrence of depression and chronic conditions and identifying challenges in screening and referring adults with chronic conditions and depression. It provides explanations for potential causes of and contributing factors to depression unique to individuals with chronic medical conditions. Although individuals with chronic conditions are at increased risk for depression, this course also explores factors that may enhance such individuals’ well-being and diminish the likelihood of depression.
About the Course:
This basic-level course addresses the knowledge gap by providing rehabilitation professionals with an overview of the co-occurrence of depression and chronic conditions and identifying challenges in screening and referring adults with chronic conditions and depression. It provides explanations for potential causes of and contributing factors to depression unique to individuals with chronic medical conditions. Although individuals with chronic conditions are at increased risk for depression, this course also explores factors that may enhance such individuals’ well-being and diminish the likelihood of depression.
Online
Elective
3
09/30/2024
216.000315
Clinical Mentorship: Teaching and Learning Strategies in Clinical Practice
Online
Elective
3
24.00
Clinical Mentorship: Teaching and Learning Strategies in Clinical Practice
24.00
Online
Elective
3
09/30/2024
Course release date: 4/6/2020
About the Course:
The purpose of this intermediate-level course is to provide foundational concepts of effective clinical teaching and learning, including teaching strategies and student assessment in the clinical education environment for physical therapists. To become an effective teacher in a complex and uncertain environment such as clinical practice, one needs to demonstrate essential teaching principles, adapt to the learning needs of the student to facilitate learning, and assess the learner’s (student or new professional) knowledge, skills, and abilities to determine readiness to enter clinical practice. Upon completion of this course, the participant will gain exposure to effective teaching tools to use in the clinical setting, strategies to facilitate the clinical reasoning process of the student, and assessment of student learning during the clinical experience. This course is recommended for clinical instructors in physical therapist or physical therapist assistant.
About the Course:
The purpose of this intermediate-level course is to provide foundational concepts of effective clinical teaching and learning, including teaching strategies and student assessment in the clinical education environment for physical therapists. To become an effective teacher in a complex and uncertain environment such as clinical practice, one needs to demonstrate essential teaching principles, adapt to the learning needs of the student to facilitate learning, and assess the learner’s (student or new professional) knowledge, skills, and abilities to determine readiness to enter clinical practice. Upon completion of this course, the participant will gain exposure to effective teaching tools to use in the clinical setting, strategies to facilitate the clinical reasoning process of the student, and assessment of student learning during the clinical experience. This course is recommended for clinical instructors in physical therapist or physical therapist assistant.
Online
Elective
3
09/30/2024
216.000315
Common Chronic Health Conditions Associated With Aging
Online
Elective
3
24.00
Common Chronic Health Conditions Associated With Aging
24.00
Online
Elective
3
09/30/2024
Release Date: July 18, 2017
About the Course
This course is designed to assist healthcare professionals in encouraging, teaching, and guiding older adults with chronic conditions to practice healthy lifestyles. This course explores common chronic conditions associated with aging, and discusses how healthcare professionals can help older adults manage these conditions and enhance health. Included is a look at the emotional effects of coping with loss, disability, and chronic conditions. Depression and bereavement are described, along with the stages of grief and methods of distinguishing among them. Because the incidence of cancer increases with age, preventive cancer screening and prevention guidelines for older adults are presented. Prevention, treatment of, and coping with such common problems as hearing loss, hypertension, and incontinence are also discussed. Because stroke, arthritis, and osteoporosis all have the potential to negatively affect functional status, these conditions are also reviewed to help promote healthy aging.
About the Course
This course is designed to assist healthcare professionals in encouraging, teaching, and guiding older adults with chronic conditions to practice healthy lifestyles. This course explores common chronic conditions associated with aging, and discusses how healthcare professionals can help older adults manage these conditions and enhance health. Included is a look at the emotional effects of coping with loss, disability, and chronic conditions. Depression and bereavement are described, along with the stages of grief and methods of distinguishing among them. Because the incidence of cancer increases with age, preventive cancer screening and prevention guidelines for older adults are presented. Prevention, treatment of, and coping with such common problems as hearing loss, hypertension, and incontinence are also discussed. Because stroke, arthritis, and osteoporosis all have the potential to negatively affect functional status, these conditions are also reviewed to help promote healthy aging.
Online
Elective
3
09/30/2024
216.000315
Common Injuries and Therapy Management for Runners
Online
Elective
4
32.00
Common Injuries and Therapy Management for Runners
32.00
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
About the Course
With the popularity of running increasing, so are the frequency of injuries reported for those involved in the sport – many of these injuries involve the lower extremities; the most commonly injured body part is the knee. This course will familiarize the physical therapy professional with the unique needs, complications and injuries that he or she may encounter when dealing with runners.
With the popularity of running increasing, so are the frequency of injuries reported for those involved in the sport – many of these injuries involve the lower extremities; the most commonly injured body part is the knee. This course will familiarize the physical therapy professional with the unique needs, complications and injuries that he or she may encounter when dealing with runners.
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
216.000315
Concussion Management: A Comprehensive Evidence-Based Approach for the Physical Therapist
Online
Elective
4
32.00
Concussion Management: A Comprehensive Evidence-Based Approach for the Physical Therapist
32.00
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
Course release date: 10/29/2018
About the Course:
This intermediate course is designed for practicing physical therapists and physical therapist assistants who work with individuals with acute and chronic concussions. This course will be most beneficial for the clinician who has a basic knowledge of concussion and concussion management, but has not recently reviewed the current literature in concussion care that includes the significant changes in the classification of concussion and the approach to diagnosis that considers the complexity of concussion and the need for individualized patient-centered care.
About the Course:
This intermediate course is designed for practicing physical therapists and physical therapist assistants who work with individuals with acute and chronic concussions. This course will be most beneficial for the clinician who has a basic knowledge of concussion and concussion management, but has not recently reviewed the current literature in concussion care that includes the significant changes in the classification of concussion and the approach to diagnosis that considers the complexity of concussion and the need for individualized patient-centered care.
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
216.000315
Conservative and Surgical Management of the Osteoarthritic Hand and Wrist
Online
Elective
4
32.00
Conservative and Surgical Management of the Osteoarthritic Hand and Wrist
32.00
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
Course release date: 7/30/2020
About the Course:
This intermediate-level course provides physical therapists and physical therapist assistants with a detailed overview of the pathophysiology and mechanics of the joints of the hand of those diagnosed with OA. The course offers practitioners in-depth knowledge of several of the most common medical and evidence-based practices and provides instruction for technique application in physical therapy examination and evaluation, as well as intervention.
About the Course:
This intermediate-level course provides physical therapists and physical therapist assistants with a detailed overview of the pathophysiology and mechanics of the joints of the hand of those diagnosed with OA. The course offers practitioners in-depth knowledge of several of the most common medical and evidence-based practices and provides instruction for technique application in physical therapy examination and evaluation, as well as intervention.
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
216.000315
Cultural and Linguistic Competency for Physical Therapists, Updated
Online
Elective
1
8.00
Cultural and Linguistic Competency for Physical Therapists, Updated
8.00
Online
Elective
1
09/30/2024
Course release date: 6/9/2021
About the Course:
This course will discuss the rationale for cultural and linguistic competence, the impact and scope of race and culture on health disparities, strategies for cultural competence, and ways to reduce language barriers in clinical practice.
About the Course:
This course will discuss the rationale for cultural and linguistic competence, the impact and scope of race and culture on health disparities, strategies for cultural competence, and ways to reduce language barriers in clinical practice.
Online
Elective
1
09/30/2024
216.000315
Satisfies CE Requirements
Diabetes and Physical Therapy
Online
Elective
4
32.00
Diabetes and Physical Therapy
32.00
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
About the Course
Diabetes mellitus is a common endocrine pathology associated with abnormally elevated glucose dilution due to limited insulin production, limited target cell responsiveness, or a combination of both. This leads to a constant state of hyperglycemia. Over time, chronic hyperglycemia leads to destruction of different organs; primarily blood vessels, the nervous system, heart, eyes and kidneys. Of significant concern to physical therapists is the fact that nearly one quarter of all people 65 and older in the U.S. has pre-diabetes.
Diabetes mellitus is a common endocrine pathology associated with abnormally elevated glucose dilution due to limited insulin production, limited target cell responsiveness, or a combination of both. This leads to a constant state of hyperglycemia. Over time, chronic hyperglycemia leads to destruction of different organs; primarily blood vessels, the nervous system, heart, eyes and kidneys. Of significant concern to physical therapists is the fact that nearly one quarter of all people 65 and older in the U.S. has pre-diabetes.
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
216.000315
Differential Diagnosis Mod 4: Screening for Hematologic, Cardiovascular, Pulmonary, and Endocrine Diseases
Online
Elective
3
24.00
Differential Diagnosis Mod 4: Screening for Hematologic, Cardiovascular, Pulmonary, and Endocrine Diseases
24.00
Online
Elective
3
09/30/2024
About the Course
“Physical Therapy Differential Diagnosis” follows the standards for competency established by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) related to conducting a screening examination. This 4th module provides a consistent way to screen for hematologic, cardiovascular, pulmonary, and endocrine disease. This comprehensive text centers on a 5-step screening model that covers past medical history, risk factor assessment, clinical presentation, associated signs and symptoms, and review of symptoms for each client. Case examples and case studies are included with real-world examples of how to integrate screening information into the diagnosis process.
“Physical Therapy Differential Diagnosis” follows the standards for competency established by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) related to conducting a screening examination. This 4th module provides a consistent way to screen for hematologic, cardiovascular, pulmonary, and endocrine disease. This comprehensive text centers on a 5-step screening model that covers past medical history, risk factor assessment, clinical presentation, associated signs and symptoms, and review of symptoms for each client. Case examples and case studies are included with real-world examples of how to integrate screening information into the diagnosis process.
Online
Elective
3
09/30/2024
216.000315
Evaluations and Treatment of the Cervical Spine
Online
Elective
2
16.00
Evaluations and Treatment of the Cervical Spine
16.00
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
About the Course
Neck or cervical spine pain and dysfunction can have multiple causes. The goal of the physical therapist should first be to determine the cause of the pain via screening forms and special tests, and once the cause is determined, the best course of treatment can be chosen. This course will discuss the various assessment methods and treatment option of the cervical spine.
Neck or cervical spine pain and dysfunction can have multiple causes. The goal of the physical therapist should first be to determine the cause of the pain via screening forms and special tests, and once the cause is determined, the best course of treatment can be chosen. This course will discuss the various assessment methods and treatment option of the cervical spine.
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Evidence-Based Implicit Bias Implications for Physicians and Healthcare Professionals
Online
Elective
1
4.5
1951 Ratings
8.00
Evidence-Based Implicit Bias Implications for Physicians and Healthcare Professionals
8.00
4.5
1951 Ratings
Online
Elective
1
09/30/2024
Course release date: 12/23/2021
About the Course:
The purpose of this course is to provide a historical context of race and racism and its relationship to the development of racial implicit bias. The development of implicit bias will be discussed along with research demonstrating the impact of implicit bias on the clinical encounter. Recommendations for mitigating implicit bias are offered.
About the Course:
The purpose of this course is to provide a historical context of race and racism and its relationship to the development of racial implicit bias. The development of implicit bias will be discussed along with research demonstrating the impact of implicit bias on the clinical encounter. Recommendations for mitigating implicit bias are offered.
Online
Elective
1
09/30/2024
216.000315
Evidence-Based Management of Knee Osteoarthritis
Online
Elective
4
32.00
Evidence-Based Management of Knee Osteoarthritis
32.00
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
Course release date: 1/10/2018
About the Course:
The purpose of this intermediate level course is to provide physical therapists and physical therapist assistants with up-to date, evidence-based information pertaining to the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of knee OA. Although this course will be most applicable to physical therapists and physical therapist assistants who work with older individuals in outpatient settings, the increased incidence of OA makes the information in this course relevant to therapists in a variety of settings. Even therapists who specialize and treat patients in areas other than orthopaedic settings will likely encounter individuals whose OA affects their participation, mobility, or function.
About the Course:
The purpose of this intermediate level course is to provide physical therapists and physical therapist assistants with up-to date, evidence-based information pertaining to the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of knee OA. Although this course will be most applicable to physical therapists and physical therapist assistants who work with older individuals in outpatient settings, the increased incidence of OA makes the information in this course relevant to therapists in a variety of settings. Even therapists who specialize and treat patients in areas other than orthopaedic settings will likely encounter individuals whose OA affects their participation, mobility, or function.
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
216.000315
Examination and Management of the Client With Parkinson's Disease, 2nd Edition
Online
Elective
5
40.00
Examination and Management of the Client With Parkinson's Disease, 2nd Edition
40.00
Online
Elective
5
09/30/2022
Expires Soon
Course release date: 5/17/2017
About the Course:
The purpose of this course is to provide licensed practitioners with information concerning the current state of medical errors, the impact of medical errors on the safety of patients, and the importance of establishing and working in a culture of safety. Contributing causes and types of medical errors are reviewed. Strategies to reduce or prevent medical errors and improve patient outcomes are presented. Methods to identify, analyze, and report medical errors are reviewed, populations at risk for medical errors are identified, and patient safety initiatives including education for the public and healthcare professionals are explored.
About the Course:
The purpose of this course is to provide licensed practitioners with information concerning the current state of medical errors, the impact of medical errors on the safety of patients, and the importance of establishing and working in a culture of safety. Contributing causes and types of medical errors are reviewed. Strategies to reduce or prevent medical errors and improve patient outcomes are presented. Methods to identify, analyze, and report medical errors are reviewed, populations at risk for medical errors are identified, and patient safety initiatives including education for the public and healthcare professionals are explored.
Online
Elective
5
09/30/2022
Expires Soon
216.000315
Examination and Treatment of Peripheral Vestibular Disorders
Online
Elective
6
48.00
Examination and Treatment of Peripheral Vestibular Disorders
48.00
Online
Elective
6
09/30/2022
Expires Soon
Release Date: December 14, 2017
About the Course
The purpose of this course is to educate the practicing physical therapist on the management of patients with peripheral vestibular disorders in order to expand their current practice skill set into the subspecialty of vestibular rehabilitation. This will be accomplished through knowledge of functional anatomy of the vestibular system and current methods of evidence-based examination and the process of differential assessment to determine effective treatment of common peripheral vestibular disorders, or when referral is appropriate.
About the Course
The purpose of this course is to educate the practicing physical therapist on the management of patients with peripheral vestibular disorders in order to expand their current practice skill set into the subspecialty of vestibular rehabilitation. This will be accomplished through knowledge of functional anatomy of the vestibular system and current methods of evidence-based examination and the process of differential assessment to determine effective treatment of common peripheral vestibular disorders, or when referral is appropriate.
Online
Elective
6
09/30/2022
Expires Soon
216.000315
Exercise Prescription Management of the Older Adult: An Evidence-Based Approach, 2nd Edition
Online
Elective
5
40.00
Exercise Prescription Management of the Older Adult: An Evidence-Based Approach, 2nd Edition
40.00
Online
Elective
5
09/30/2024
Course release date: 12/28/2017
About the Course:
This intermediate level course is designed to educate PTs and PTAs on the implementation of exercise prescriptions in older adults. This course will review the multiple age-related systemic changes that take place in the cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine and musculoskeletal systems and describe how exercise may mitigate these changes. This course will also provide recommended exercise prescriptions according to the most recent American College of Sports Medicine guidelines for older adults and discuss common barriers for exercise participation in older adults.
About the Course:
This intermediate level course is designed to educate PTs and PTAs on the implementation of exercise prescriptions in older adults. This course will review the multiple age-related systemic changes that take place in the cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine and musculoskeletal systems and describe how exercise may mitigate these changes. This course will also provide recommended exercise prescriptions according to the most recent American College of Sports Medicine guidelines for older adults and discuss common barriers for exercise participation in older adults.
Online
Elective
5
09/30/2024
216.000315
Exercise and Older Adults
Online
Elective
2
16.00
Exercise and Older Adults
16.00
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
About the Course
Worldwide, an estimated 424,000 people die each year from falls; the vast majority are from low- and middle-income countries. Additionally, an estimated 37.3 million falls require medical attention. Physical and occupational therapists also play an important role in decreasing the risk of falls in the elderly population. They can effectively develop exercise programs for the aging population and for special populations with specific diseases or conditions. These prescribed programs can improve an aging person’s functional activity levels, which can be seriously impacted by a fall, causing serious health consequences. Fall-prevention strategies can help decrease the risk of falls and improve overall health and functional ability in the aging population.
Worldwide, an estimated 424,000 people die each year from falls; the vast majority are from low- and middle-income countries. Additionally, an estimated 37.3 million falls require medical attention. Physical and occupational therapists also play an important role in decreasing the risk of falls in the elderly population. They can effectively develop exercise programs for the aging population and for special populations with specific diseases or conditions. These prescribed programs can improve an aging person’s functional activity levels, which can be seriously impacted by a fall, causing serious health consequences. Fall-prevention strategies can help decrease the risk of falls and improve overall health and functional ability in the aging population.
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Fractures and Surgical Fixation
Online
Elective
2
18.00
Fractures and Surgical Fixation
18.00
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
About the Course
This course will summarize the structure of the bone and discuss the basic types of fractures and their classifications. You will have a better understanding of the specific rehabilitation considerations, describe physical and occupational therapy interventions used and summarize a basic plan of care for post-surgical fracture management.
This course will summarize the structure of the bone and discuss the basic types of fractures and their classifications. You will have a better understanding of the specific rehabilitation considerations, describe physical and occupational therapy interventions used and summarize a basic plan of care for post-surgical fracture management.
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Functional Assessment of the Older Adult, 2nd Edition
Online
Elective
4
32.00
Functional Assessment of the Older Adult, 2nd Edition
32.00
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
Course release date: 7/31/2019
About the Course:
Adults age 65 and older represent the fastest growing population both in the United States and in the world. Physical therapy practitioners and other rehabilitation providers play a pivotal role in maximizing function, participation, and well-being for older adults. This intermediate-level course will enable physical therapy practitioners to understand and assess functional performance in older adults using a multidimensional approach. Client factors (including physical, cognitive, and psychosocial factors) and their impact on performance skills will be reviewed.
About the Course:
Adults age 65 and older represent the fastest growing population both in the United States and in the world. Physical therapy practitioners and other rehabilitation providers play a pivotal role in maximizing function, participation, and well-being for older adults. This intermediate-level course will enable physical therapy practitioners to understand and assess functional performance in older adults using a multidimensional approach. Client factors (including physical, cognitive, and psychosocial factors) and their impact on performance skills will be reviewed.
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
216.000315
Geriatric Rehab Module 1: Musculoskeletal Conditions and Spine Disorders
Online
Elective
5
40.00
Geriatric Rehab Module 1: Musculoskeletal Conditions and Spine Disorders
40.00
Online
Elective
5
09/30/2024
About the Course
Currently, the total number of people aged 60 years and older in the world is 900 million strong, and by 2050, it is expected to exceed 2 billion. With improvements in public health and medical care, people are expected to live longer lives, but it does not mean that the geriatric population will automatically maintain functional independence and high quality of life. It is essential that health professionals work together to achieve this goal. Although geriatric rehabilitation is an important topic, there has not been a single, easy-to-read clinical handbook to guide practitioners in the care of their elderly patients. This Geriatric Rehabilitation Handbook provides the fundamental knowledge that is required to design and implement a practical rehabilitation program for elderly individuals over a wide functional range. Exemplary chapters discuss the most common issues in the elderly population, such as nutritional and swallowing problems, hearing impairment, osteoporosis, sarcopenia, polypharmacy, deconditioning, as well as cognitive impairment and psychiatric disorders.
Currently, the total number of people aged 60 years and older in the world is 900 million strong, and by 2050, it is expected to exceed 2 billion. With improvements in public health and medical care, people are expected to live longer lives, but it does not mean that the geriatric population will automatically maintain functional independence and high quality of life. It is essential that health professionals work together to achieve this goal. Although geriatric rehabilitation is an important topic, there has not been a single, easy-to-read clinical handbook to guide practitioners in the care of their elderly patients. This Geriatric Rehabilitation Handbook provides the fundamental knowledge that is required to design and implement a practical rehabilitation program for elderly individuals over a wide functional range. Exemplary chapters discuss the most common issues in the elderly population, such as nutritional and swallowing problems, hearing impairment, osteoporosis, sarcopenia, polypharmacy, deconditioning, as well as cognitive impairment and psychiatric disorders.
Online
Elective
5
09/30/2024
216.000315
Geriatric Rehab Module 2: Neurovascular Disorders, Polypharmacy, Mobility and Fall Prevention
Online
Elective
3
24.00
Geriatric Rehab Module 2: Neurovascular Disorders, Polypharmacy, Mobility and Fall Prevention
24.00
Online
Elective
3
09/30/2024
About the Course
Currently, the total number of people aged 60 years and older in the world is 900 million strong, and by 2050, it is expected to exceed 2 billion. With improvements in public health and medical care, people are expected to live longer lives, but it does not mean that the geriatric population will automatically maintain functional independence and high quality of life. It is essential that health professionals work together to achieve this goal. Although geriatric rehabilitation is an important topic, there has not been a single, easy-to-read clinical handbook to guide practitioners in the care of their elderly patients. This Geriatric Rehabilitation Handbook provides the fundamental knowledge that is required to design and implement a practical rehabilitation program for elderly individuals over a wide functional range. Exemplary chapters discuss the most common issues in the elderly population, such as nutritional and swallowing problems, hearing impairment, osteoporosis, sarcopenia, polypharmacy, deconditioning, as well as cognitive impairment and psychiatric disorders.
Currently, the total number of people aged 60 years and older in the world is 900 million strong, and by 2050, it is expected to exceed 2 billion. With improvements in public health and medical care, people are expected to live longer lives, but it does not mean that the geriatric population will automatically maintain functional independence and high quality of life. It is essential that health professionals work together to achieve this goal. Although geriatric rehabilitation is an important topic, there has not been a single, easy-to-read clinical handbook to guide practitioners in the care of their elderly patients. This Geriatric Rehabilitation Handbook provides the fundamental knowledge that is required to design and implement a practical rehabilitation program for elderly individuals over a wide functional range. Exemplary chapters discuss the most common issues in the elderly population, such as nutritional and swallowing problems, hearing impairment, osteoporosis, sarcopenia, polypharmacy, deconditioning, as well as cognitive impairment and psychiatric disorders.
Online
Elective
3
09/30/2024
216.000315
HIV/AIDS: An Overview for Rehabilitation Professionals
Online
Elective
3
24.00
HIV/AIDS: An Overview for Rehabilitation Professionals
24.00
Online
Elective
3
09/30/2024
Course Release Dat: 11/24/2017
About the Course
This course provides rehabilitation professionals with an understanding of the transmission and prevention of HIV, the care of persons with HIV, and the issues of living with HIV. Recent changes in terminology and staging are covered. Legal and ethical issues, including recent changes in testing, confidentiality, and reporting requirements are discussed.
About the Course
This course provides rehabilitation professionals with an understanding of the transmission and prevention of HIV, the care of persons with HIV, and the issues of living with HIV. Recent changes in terminology and staging are covered. Legal and ethical issues, including recent changes in testing, confidentiality, and reporting requirements are discussed.
Online
Elective
3
09/30/2024
216.000315
Heart Failure: Implications for Diagnosis, Medical Management, and Rehabilitation, 2nd Edition
Online
Elective
6
48.00
Heart Failure: Implications for Diagnosis, Medical Management, and Rehabilitation, 2nd Edition
48.00
Online
Elective
6
09/30/2024
Course release date: 3/28/2018
About the Course:
This intermediate-level course provides rehabilitation therapists and therapy assistants with an opportunity to review the normal anatomy and physiology of the cardiopulmonary system, the pathophysiology of heart failure, and current medical, surgical, and therapy-based interventions. Appropriate for all therapy-based clinicians who work with persons with heart failure, this intermediate-level course reviews basic examination skills before progressing to the more advanced skills of auscultation and exercise testing interpretation.
About the Course:
This intermediate-level course provides rehabilitation therapists and therapy assistants with an opportunity to review the normal anatomy and physiology of the cardiopulmonary system, the pathophysiology of heart failure, and current medical, surgical, and therapy-based interventions. Appropriate for all therapy-based clinicians who work with persons with heart failure, this intermediate-level course reviews basic examination skills before progressing to the more advanced skills of auscultation and exercise testing interpretation.
Online
Elective
6
09/30/2024
216.000315
Hip Fractures: Treatment and Prevention
Online
Elective
2
16.00
Hip Fractures: Treatment and Prevention
16.00
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
About the Course
Each year, over 250,000 people are hospitalized for hip fractures, and some of these individuals will never fully regain their prior level of function: they may require assistance to walk, and a few will even need to go to a nursing home. The physical therapist is an essential partner to assist patients in preserving, improving and maintaining the current levels of functioning within their daily lives. This course will provide an overview on the three main types of hip fractures, the differences between the approaches to surgical and non-surgical candidates for physical therapy, and prevention techniques that the physical therapist can share which will ensure a patient is knowledgeable about how to prevent future fall occurrences.
Each year, over 250,000 people are hospitalized for hip fractures, and some of these individuals will never fully regain their prior level of function: they may require assistance to walk, and a few will even need to go to a nursing home. The physical therapist is an essential partner to assist patients in preserving, improving and maintaining the current levels of functioning within their daily lives. This course will provide an overview on the three main types of hip fractures, the differences between the approaches to surgical and non-surgical candidates for physical therapy, and prevention techniques that the physical therapist can share which will ensure a patient is knowledgeable about how to prevent future fall occurrences.
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Hip Osteoarthritis: Diagnosis and Treatment
Online
Elective
2
16.00
Hip Osteoarthritis: Diagnosis and Treatment
16.00
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
About the Course
This course will describe anatomy associated with hip osteoarthritis, define the symptoms, physiology, diagnosis, and prevalence of degenerative osteoarthritis of the hip. We will also discuss physical therapy treatment plans following hip resurfacing, as well as prevention strategies to decrease the prevalence of hip osteoarthritis
This course will describe anatomy associated with hip osteoarthritis, define the symptoms, physiology, diagnosis, and prevalence of degenerative osteoarthritis of the hip. We will also discuss physical therapy treatment plans following hip resurfacing, as well as prevention strategies to decrease the prevalence of hip osteoarthritis
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Human Trafficking: Overview for Healthcare Professionals- PT
Online
Elective
3
24.00
Human Trafficking: Overview for Healthcare Professionals- PT
24.00
Online
Elective
3
09/30/2024
Release Date: January 30, 2018
About the Course
This intermediate level course for healthcare professionals is an introduction into the complex crime of human trafficking, with a focus on sex and labor trafficking and the common symptoms and conditions that occur in trafficked persons. The course provides insights into the facts surrounding human trafficking and relevant health risks for the trafficked person.
About the Course
This intermediate level course for healthcare professionals is an introduction into the complex crime of human trafficking, with a focus on sex and labor trafficking and the common symptoms and conditions that occur in trafficked persons. The course provides insights into the facts surrounding human trafficking and relevant health risks for the trafficked person.
Online
Elective
3
09/30/2024
216.000315
Knee Osteoarthritis: Overview, NonSurgical/Surgical Management and Physical Therapy Treatment
Online
Elective
2
16.00
Knee Osteoarthritis: Overview, NonSurgical/Surgical Management and Physical Therapy Treatment
16.00
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
About the Course
Knee OA is prevalent in today’s society with the active aging population. Physical therapists play an important role in restoring function for these patients with nonsurgical and postoperative interventions.
Knee OA is prevalent in today’s society with the active aging population. Physical therapists play an important role in restoring function for these patients with nonsurgical and postoperative interventions.
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Leadership Practices in Health Professions
Online
Elective
1
8.00
Leadership Practices in Health Professions
8.00
Online
Elective
1
09/30/2024
Release Date: March 27, 2017
About the Course
Leadership is a complex topic that is best deconstructed to understand its parts and empower application. This basic-level course is designed to define leadership theories and models that frame current leadership practices. An exploration of various styles of leadership will enable learners to reflect on their own leadership practices and/or create a leadership plan for the application of new skills. The combination of leadership and mentorship education will enhance current healthcare practice to secure the future of the profession for the well-being of the clients served. In occupational and physical therapy curricula, leadership is addressed – but just the tip of the iceberg. Students may be exposed to learning and teaching styles, or leadership training may be offered in the workplace and perhaps through mentorship opportunities. These opportunities may lack proper definition of leadership theories and models that would enable the learner to be successful in leadership roles.
About the Course
Leadership is a complex topic that is best deconstructed to understand its parts and empower application. This basic-level course is designed to define leadership theories and models that frame current leadership practices. An exploration of various styles of leadership will enable learners to reflect on their own leadership practices and/or create a leadership plan for the application of new skills. The combination of leadership and mentorship education will enhance current healthcare practice to secure the future of the profession for the well-being of the clients served. In occupational and physical therapy curricula, leadership is addressed – but just the tip of the iceberg. Students may be exposed to learning and teaching styles, or leadership training may be offered in the workplace and perhaps through mentorship opportunities. These opportunities may lack proper definition of leadership theories and models that would enable the learner to be successful in leadership roles.
Online
Elective
1
09/30/2024
216.000315
Leadership Practices in Health Professions, 2nd edition
Online
Elective
1
8.00
Leadership Practices in Health Professions, 2nd edition
8.00
Online
Elective
1
09/30/2024
Course release date: 7/7/2020
About the Course:
This basic-level course is designed to define leadership theories and models that frame current leadership practices. An exploration of various styles of leadership will enable learners to reflect on their own leadership practices and/or create a leadership plan for the application of new skills. The combination of leadership and mentorship education will enhance current healthcare practice to secure the future of the profession for the well-being of the clients served.
About the Course:
This basic-level course is designed to define leadership theories and models that frame current leadership practices. An exploration of various styles of leadership will enable learners to reflect on their own leadership practices and/or create a leadership plan for the application of new skills. The combination of leadership and mentorship education will enhance current healthcare practice to secure the future of the profession for the well-being of the clients served.
Online
Elective
1
09/30/2024
216.000315
Lower Limb Amputation: Outpatient Community-Based Rehabilitation
Online
Elective
6
48.00
Lower Limb Amputation: Outpatient Community-Based Rehabilitation
48.00
Online
Elective
6
09/30/2024
Course release date: 5/16/2017
About the Course:
This home study course is focused on the community-based rehabilitation of people with lower limb amputation and is intended for physical therapists and physical therapist assistants. The course is of intermediate level difficulty, but provides a brief introduction to basic information about lower limb amputation and prosthetics. Information regarding all systems relevant to amputation rehabilitation with current evidence-based concepts for risk assessment and suggestions for out-patient rehabilitation activities are presented. Knowledge obtained through this course can be used by physical therapy professionals to improve the community-based care and clinical outcomes for people with lower limb amputations.
About the Course:
This home study course is focused on the community-based rehabilitation of people with lower limb amputation and is intended for physical therapists and physical therapist assistants. The course is of intermediate level difficulty, but provides a brief introduction to basic information about lower limb amputation and prosthetics. Information regarding all systems relevant to amputation rehabilitation with current evidence-based concepts for risk assessment and suggestions for out-patient rehabilitation activities are presented. Knowledge obtained through this course can be used by physical therapy professionals to improve the community-based care and clinical outcomes for people with lower limb amputations.
Online
Elective
6
09/30/2024
216.000315
Multiple Sclerosis: Physical and Occupational Therapy
Online
Elective
2
16.00
Multiple Sclerosis: Physical and Occupational Therapy
16.00
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
About the Course
Patients with multiple sclerosis experience a variety of symptoms; it is often difficult to diagnosis because the disease’s symptoms frequently mimic other diseases. There are multiple types of MS that will be discussed in this course. A patient’s functional abilities can vary depending on the type of MS that he/she is diagnosed with and how fast the disease progresses. Physical and occupational therapists play a key role in the treatment of patients with MS: It is important for these rehabilitation professionals to understand this disease
Patients with multiple sclerosis experience a variety of symptoms; it is often difficult to diagnosis because the disease’s symptoms frequently mimic other diseases. There are multiple types of MS that will be discussed in this course. A patient’s functional abilities can vary depending on the type of MS that he/she is diagnosed with and how fast the disease progresses. Physical and occupational therapists play a key role in the treatment of patients with MS: It is important for these rehabilitation professionals to understand this disease
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Neuro-Developmental Treatment and Neurological Disorders: Research and Resources for OT and PT
Online
Elective
2
16.00
Neuro-Developmental Treatment and Neurological Disorders: Research and Resources for OT and PT
16.00
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
About the Course
This course includes the latest resources and research available for physical and occupational therapists regarding neuro-developmental treatment (NDT). Additionally, this course will discuss the importance of NDT as a means to improve functional movement as it pertains to ambulation, transfers and mobility, as well as ADL performance.
This course includes the latest resources and research available for physical and occupational therapists regarding neuro-developmental treatment (NDT). Additionally, this course will discuss the importance of NDT as a means to improve functional movement as it pertains to ambulation, transfers and mobility, as well as ADL performance.
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Oh My Aching Scar: Scar Tissue Pain
Online
Elective
2
4.7
23 Ratings
33.00
Oh My Aching Scar: Scar Tissue Pain
33.00
4.7
23 Ratings
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
About the Course:
Scars have special consequences on the body. Scars restrict mobility, pull on fascia and negatively influence the body in many ways which can create pain no matter the age of the scar. Chronic pain has been difficult to diagnose and treat for health care professionals. This video course will explain the relationship of scar formation and pain along with the causation of symptoms for the scar tissue population. The hows and whys will be explored for both internal and external causes with up-to-date research from experts in the field.
This on-demand video course.
Scars have special consequences on the body. Scars restrict mobility, pull on fascia and negatively influence the body in many ways which can create pain no matter the age of the scar. Chronic pain has been difficult to diagnose and treat for health care professionals. This video course will explain the relationship of scar formation and pain along with the causation of symptoms for the scar tissue population. The hows and whys will be explored for both internal and external causes with up-to-date research from experts in the field.
This on-demand video course.
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Osteoarthritis of the Hip: Rehabilitation and Treatment Strategies, 2nd Edition
Online
Elective
4
32.00
Osteoarthritis of the Hip: Rehabilitation and Treatment Strategies, 2nd Edition
32.00
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
Course release date: 4/6/2020
About the Course:
This intermediate-level course is designed to provide physical therapists and physical therapist assistants with a comprehensive overview of current evidence-based treatment strategies for patients with Osteoarthritis (OA) of the hip joint. The course reviews the pathomechanical changes that are associated with hip OA and discusses nonmodifiable and modifiable risk factors.
About the Course:
This intermediate-level course is designed to provide physical therapists and physical therapist assistants with a comprehensive overview of current evidence-based treatment strategies for patients with Osteoarthritis (OA) of the hip joint. The course reviews the pathomechanical changes that are associated with hip OA and discusses nonmodifiable and modifiable risk factors.
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
216.000315
PT Differential Diagnosis Mod 1: Screening for Referral, Physical Assessment, and Pain Patterns
Online
Elective
10
80.00
PT Differential Diagnosis Mod 1: Screening for Referral, Physical Assessment, and Pain Patterns
80.00
Online
Elective
10
09/30/2024
About the Course
The purpose and the scope of this text are not to teach therapists to be medical diagnosticians. The purpose of this text is twofold. The first is to help therapists recognize the areas that are beyond the scope of a physical therapist’s practice or expertise. The second is to provide a step-by-step method for therapists to identify clients who need a referral or consultation to a physician or other health professionals who can best manage the presenting signs and symptoms. This content also includes a detailed overview of pain patterns that can be used as a foundation for the organ systems presented in this text. Information will include a discussion of pain types in general and viscerogenic pain patterns specifically. Additional resources for understanding the mechanisms of pain are available.
The purpose and the scope of this text are not to teach therapists to be medical diagnosticians. The purpose of this text is twofold. The first is to help therapists recognize the areas that are beyond the scope of a physical therapist’s practice or expertise. The second is to provide a step-by-step method for therapists to identify clients who need a referral or consultation to a physician or other health professionals who can best manage the presenting signs and symptoms. This content also includes a detailed overview of pain patterns that can be used as a foundation for the organ systems presented in this text. Information will include a discussion of pain types in general and viscerogenic pain patterns specifically. Additional resources for understanding the mechanisms of pain are available.
Online
Elective
10
09/30/2024
216.000315
PT Differential Diagnosis Mod 2: Screening for Cancer, Head, Spine, and Pelvis
Online
Elective
10
80.00
PT Differential Diagnosis Mod 2: Screening for Cancer, Head, Spine, and Pelvis
80.00
Online
Elective
10
09/30/2024
About the Course
In this course, general information is offered about spinal pain with a focus on clinical presentation, while being mindful of the risk factors and associated signs and symptoms typical of each visceral system capable of referring pain to the head, neck, and low back. Following the model for decision-making in the screening process outlined in Chapter 1, we now turn our attention to pain from medical conditions, illnesses, and diseases referred to the sacrum, sacroiliac (SI), and pelvic regions.
With a careful interview and the right screening questions, the therapist can identify clues suggestive of a problem outside the scope of a physical therapist’s practice that may require medical referral. Specific tests to screen for an underlying infectious or inflammatory source of pelvic or abdominal pain are also presented with a suggested order of testing.
In this course, general information is offered about spinal pain with a focus on clinical presentation, while being mindful of the risk factors and associated signs and symptoms typical of each visceral system capable of referring pain to the head, neck, and low back. Following the model for decision-making in the screening process outlined in Chapter 1, we now turn our attention to pain from medical conditions, illnesses, and diseases referred to the sacrum, sacroiliac (SI), and pelvic regions.
With a careful interview and the right screening questions, the therapist can identify clues suggestive of a problem outside the scope of a physical therapist’s practice that may require medical referral. Specific tests to screen for an underlying infectious or inflammatory source of pelvic or abdominal pain are also presented with a suggested order of testing.
Online
Elective
10
09/30/2024
216.000315
PT Differential Diagnosis Mod 3: Screening for Lower Quadrant, Chest, Breast, Ribs, and Extremities
Online
Elective
10
80.00
PT Differential Diagnosis Mod 3: Screening for Lower Quadrant, Chest, Breast, Ribs, and Extremities
80.00
Online
Elective
10
09/30/2024
About the Course
In this course, we explore systemic and viscerogenic causes of shoulder and arm pain and take a look at each system that can refer pain or symptoms to the shoulder. This will include vascular, pulmonary, renal, gastrointestinal (GI), and gynecologic causes of shoulder and upper extremity pain and dysfunction. Primary or metastatic cancer as an underlying cause of shoulder pain also is included. The therapist must know how and what to look for to screen for cancer.
In this course, we explore systemic and viscerogenic causes of shoulder and arm pain and take a look at each system that can refer pain or symptoms to the shoulder. This will include vascular, pulmonary, renal, gastrointestinal (GI), and gynecologic causes of shoulder and upper extremity pain and dysfunction. Primary or metastatic cancer as an underlying cause of shoulder pain also is included. The therapist must know how and what to look for to screen for cancer.
Online
Elective
10
09/30/2024
216.000315
Pain Assessment and Management: Role of the PT
Online
Elective
1
8.00
Pain Assessment and Management: Role of the PT
8.00
Online
Elective
1
09/30/2024
Course release date: 4/1/2020
About the Course:
This basic-level course provides an overview of pain, the physiology of pain, its impact on economic and personal status, and pain assessment and treatment.
About the Course:
This basic-level course provides an overview of pain, the physiology of pain, its impact on economic and personal status, and pain assessment and treatment.
Online
Elective
1
09/30/2024
216.000315
Patients with History of Substance Use: OT and PTs Roles and Considerations for Treatment
Online
Elective
2
16.00
Patients with History of Substance Use: OT and PTs Roles and Considerations for Treatment
16.00
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
About the Course
This course will review how substance use impacts functionality and mobility, current stigmas and discomforts the PT and OT face when dealing with substance use patients, and treatment approaches used when the patient has a history of substance use.
This course will review how substance use impacts functionality and mobility, current stigmas and discomforts the PT and OT face when dealing with substance use patients, and treatment approaches used when the patient has a history of substance use.
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Pharmaceuticals and Physical Therapy: Movement with Medication
Online
Elective
4
32.00
Pharmaceuticals and Physical Therapy: Movement with Medication
32.00
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
About the Course
Physical therapy and pharmacology have operated alongside each other for thousands of years. This course will prioritize essential components regarding pharmaceutical principles and will discuss common pharmaceutical categories relative to application in physical therapy clinical settings
Physical therapy and pharmacology have operated alongside each other for thousands of years. This course will prioritize essential components regarding pharmaceutical principles and will discuss common pharmaceutical categories relative to application in physical therapy clinical settings
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
216.000315
Plantar Fasciitis: Diagnosis and Treatment
Online
Elective
1
8.00
Plantar Fasciitis: Diagnosis and Treatment
8.00
Online
Elective
1
09/30/2024
Course release date: 9/15/2021
About the Course:
The purpose of this course is to educate physical therapists about the most successful evaluation and treatment techniques available at this time. This course will cover the function of the plantar fascia, differential diagnosis of plantar fasciitis, special tests used, the most common risk factors to develop plantar fasciitis, a review of the most effective treatments and case studies to demonstrate practical application.
About the Course:
The purpose of this course is to educate physical therapists about the most successful evaluation and treatment techniques available at this time. This course will cover the function of the plantar fascia, differential diagnosis of plantar fasciitis, special tests used, the most common risk factors to develop plantar fasciitis, a review of the most effective treatments and case studies to demonstrate practical application.
Online
Elective
1
09/30/2024
216.000315
Satisfies CE Requirements
Preventing Falls in Older Adults
Online
Elective
5
40.00
Preventing Falls in Older Adults
40.00
Online
Elective
5
09/30/2024
Course release date: 7/31/2019
About the Course:
An older adult falls every second of every day, with more than 29 million falls occurring in 2014, resulting in more than 7 million injuries. This intermediate-level course provides healthcare professionals in the areas of physical and occupational therapy with the knowledge they need to successfully identify those at risk for falls, assess individuals, and develop interventions targeted at reducing fall risk in older adults. Although therapists may be aware of the need to assess and treat older adults for risk for falls, they may not be fully abreast of approaches that are supported by evidence and are proven to truly reduce the incidence of falls.
About the Course:
An older adult falls every second of every day, with more than 29 million falls occurring in 2014, resulting in more than 7 million injuries. This intermediate-level course provides healthcare professionals in the areas of physical and occupational therapy with the knowledge they need to successfully identify those at risk for falls, assess individuals, and develop interventions targeted at reducing fall risk in older adults. Although therapists may be aware of the need to assess and treat older adults for risk for falls, they may not be fully abreast of approaches that are supported by evidence and are proven to truly reduce the incidence of falls.
Online
Elective
5
09/30/2024
216.000315
Promoting Healthy Aging for the Older Adult
Online
Elective
7
56.00
Promoting Healthy Aging for the Older Adult
56.00
Online
Elective
7
09/30/2024
Release Date: July 14, 2017
About the Course
The demographic changes of the United States have created an urgent need for more healthcare professionals educated in the care of older adults. The U.S. Census Bureau projects that by the year 2050, 89 million Americans will be 65 years of age or older. In fact, 20% of older adults will represent the U.S. population by 2030. According to the AOA, adults aged 65 and older will outnumber children 5 years of age and younger in the years to come. This rapidly aging population is challenging the health care system to come up with ways to meet the needs of older adults and set the stage for developing a healthier society.
This course is designed to assist healthcare professionals in encouraging, teaching, and guiding older adults to actively practice healthy lifestyles. This course allows professional registered nurses, along with all other healthcare professionals that work with older adults to gain additional knowledge in geriatrics and be able to provide satisfactory care to improve outcomes for older adults. Healthcare professionals will be able to recognize the needs of older adult clients and develop person-centered plans to support optimal living and promote healthy aging. Additionally, this course will set the stage for developing a healthier society for all to age well and successfully.
About the Course
The demographic changes of the United States have created an urgent need for more healthcare professionals educated in the care of older adults. The U.S. Census Bureau projects that by the year 2050, 89 million Americans will be 65 years of age or older. In fact, 20% of older adults will represent the U.S. population by 2030. According to the AOA, adults aged 65 and older will outnumber children 5 years of age and younger in the years to come. This rapidly aging population is challenging the health care system to come up with ways to meet the needs of older adults and set the stage for developing a healthier society.
This course is designed to assist healthcare professionals in encouraging, teaching, and guiding older adults to actively practice healthy lifestyles. This course allows professional registered nurses, along with all other healthcare professionals that work with older adults to gain additional knowledge in geriatrics and be able to provide satisfactory care to improve outcomes for older adults. Healthcare professionals will be able to recognize the needs of older adult clients and develop person-centered plans to support optimal living and promote healthy aging. Additionally, this course will set the stage for developing a healthier society for all to age well and successfully.
Online
Elective
7
09/30/2024
216.000315
Reducing and Eliminating Workplace Injuries through Ergonomics
Online
Elective
2
16.00
Reducing and Eliminating Workplace Injuries through Ergonomics
16.00
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
About the Course
Many companies today are using ergonomics, or the study of work, when designing workspaces that will prevent injuries and strains, as well as other disorders. This course will offer suggestions for completing a successful, comprehensive and useful ergonomics assessment that will focus on preventing musculoskeletal injuries by effectively analyzing job hazards, identifying and evaluating risk factors and offering recommendations to reduce or eliminate these risks within the workplace environment.
Many companies today are using ergonomics, or the study of work, when designing workspaces that will prevent injuries and strains, as well as other disorders. This course will offer suggestions for completing a successful, comprehensive and useful ergonomics assessment that will focus on preventing musculoskeletal injuries by effectively analyzing job hazards, identifying and evaluating risk factors and offering recommendations to reduce or eliminate these risks within the workplace environment.
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Rotator Cuff Injuries and Interventions: A Physical Therapy Perspective
Online
Elective
4
32.00
Rotator Cuff Injuries and Interventions: A Physical Therapy Perspective
32.00
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
Course release date: 6/6/2017
About the Course:
The purpose of this course is to provide physical therapists and physical therapist assistants with a current, comprehensive overview of rotator cuff injuries and the role of physical therapy examination, diagnosis and interventions, as well as review alternative and surgical approaches to the problem. This course will provide an in-depth review of relevant shoulder anatomy and biomechanics, examine potential causes for rotator cuff pathology, describe treatment techniques commonly used in individuals with rotator cuff pathology, and review indications and complications relating to rotator cuff surgery. The focus of this intermediate level course is to explore the current best evidence to assist in reducing the deficits in knowledge related to the cause of rotator cuff pathology, provide updated evidence related to diagnostic accuracy and effective interventions while highlighting the areas still in need of future research.
About the Course:
The purpose of this course is to provide physical therapists and physical therapist assistants with a current, comprehensive overview of rotator cuff injuries and the role of physical therapy examination, diagnosis and interventions, as well as review alternative and surgical approaches to the problem. This course will provide an in-depth review of relevant shoulder anatomy and biomechanics, examine potential causes for rotator cuff pathology, describe treatment techniques commonly used in individuals with rotator cuff pathology, and review indications and complications relating to rotator cuff surgery. The focus of this intermediate level course is to explore the current best evidence to assist in reducing the deficits in knowledge related to the cause of rotator cuff pathology, provide updated evidence related to diagnostic accuracy and effective interventions while highlighting the areas still in need of future research.
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
216.000315
Running Injuries
Online
Elective
4
32.00
Running Injuries
32.00
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
Course release date: 4/6/2020
About the Course:
The purpose of this intermediate-level course for physical therapists and physical therapy assistants is to improve evaluation skills and intervention selection regarding running-related injuries. To achieve this, this course will (1) review the impact of running injuries and contributing factors, (2) discuss the underlying theories that have shaped current and emerging assessment methods and treatments, and (3) detail appropriate tests and protocols for evaluation and treatment of the injured runner.
About the Course:
The purpose of this intermediate-level course for physical therapists and physical therapy assistants is to improve evaluation skills and intervention selection regarding running-related injuries. To achieve this, this course will (1) review the impact of running injuries and contributing factors, (2) discuss the underlying theories that have shaped current and emerging assessment methods and treatments, and (3) detail appropriate tests and protocols for evaluation and treatment of the injured runner.
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
216.000315
Supporting Aging in Place: A Physical Therapist's Toolkit
Online
Elective
4
32.00
Supporting Aging in Place: A Physical Therapist's Toolkit
32.00
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
Course release date: 7/10/2018
About the Course:
This intermediate level course is designed to assist physical therapists and physical therapy assistants in evaluating, planning, and preparing their older adult clients to age in place. This toolkit will highlight the role physical therapy plays in enhancing the quality of life for older adults and to allow them to participate in meaningful activities while remaining in their homes as they age and make the necessary modifications to do so.
About the Course:
This intermediate level course is designed to assist physical therapists and physical therapy assistants in evaluating, planning, and preparing their older adult clients to age in place. This toolkit will highlight the role physical therapy plays in enhancing the quality of life for older adults and to allow them to participate in meaningful activities while remaining in their homes as they age and make the necessary modifications to do so.
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
216.000315
Telehealth for Physical and Occupational Therapy
Online
Elective
1
4.2
81 Ratings
8.00
Telehealth for Physical and Occupational Therapy
8.00
4.2
81 Ratings
Online
Elective
1
09/30/2024
Course release date: 6/20/2020
About the Course:
This beginner’s level course will teach practitioners how to set up and complete telehealth sessions for a physical or occupational therapy practice, primarily focusing on how to evaluate, monitor, and treat patients remotely.
About the Course:
This beginner’s level course will teach practitioners how to set up and complete telehealth sessions for a physical or occupational therapy practice, primarily focusing on how to evaluate, monitor, and treat patients remotely.
Online
Elective
1
09/30/2024
216.000315
Total Hip Arthroplasty: Current Concepts in Pre- and Postsurgical PT
Online
Elective
1
8.00
Total Hip Arthroplasty: Current Concepts in Pre- and Postsurgical PT
8.00
Online
Elective
1
09/30/2024
Course release date: 9/15/2021
About the Course:
This intermediate-level course is relevant for physical therapists (PTs) and physical therapist assistants (PTAs) who are new to the field of orthopedics as well as more seasoned counterparts. With many changes in the total hip arthroplasty (THA) procedure, such as the surgical approach used, variations in different materials for the prostheses, and updates in the fixation methods used, it is important that the clinician be aware of these changes when working with patients who have undergone THA. Additionally, clinicians should be aware of the growing body of research supporting the role of PT both pre- and postoperatively with this growing population.
About the Course:
This intermediate-level course is relevant for physical therapists (PTs) and physical therapist assistants (PTAs) who are new to the field of orthopedics as well as more seasoned counterparts. With many changes in the total hip arthroplasty (THA) procedure, such as the surgical approach used, variations in different materials for the prostheses, and updates in the fixation methods used, it is important that the clinician be aware of these changes when working with patients who have undergone THA. Additionally, clinicians should be aware of the growing body of research supporting the role of PT both pre- and postoperatively with this growing population.
Online
Elective
1
09/30/2024
216.000315
Satisfies CE Requirements
Total Hip Arthroplasty: Current Concepts in Pre- and Postsurgical Physical Therapy
Online
Elective
4
32.00
Total Hip Arthroplasty: Current Concepts in Pre- and Postsurgical Physical Therapy
32.00
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
Course release date: 2/13/2017
About the Course:
This intermediate-level course provides physical therapists and physical therapy assistants with a comprehensive overview of total hip arthroplasty (THA). At the end of this course the learner will be able to identify the anatomy of the hip as it pertains to THA, describe the most recent advances in surgical approaches for THA, and gain an improved understanding of how different types of prosthetic implants, methods of fixation, and surgical techniques influence the ability of patients to participate in rehabilitation and achieve the desired clinical goals for functional independence. Additionally the learner will be able to describe the role of PT both in the preoperative and postoperative phases for the patient undergoing THA and be able to describe an optimal rehabilitation program for these time periods based on current research. Clinical cases presented will facilitate the learner being able to select appropriate rehabilitative strategies following THA.
About the Course:
This intermediate-level course provides physical therapists and physical therapy assistants with a comprehensive overview of total hip arthroplasty (THA). At the end of this course the learner will be able to identify the anatomy of the hip as it pertains to THA, describe the most recent advances in surgical approaches for THA, and gain an improved understanding of how different types of prosthetic implants, methods of fixation, and surgical techniques influence the ability of patients to participate in rehabilitation and achieve the desired clinical goals for functional independence. Additionally the learner will be able to describe the role of PT both in the preoperative and postoperative phases for the patient undergoing THA and be able to describe an optimal rehabilitation program for these time periods based on current research. Clinical cases presented will facilitate the learner being able to select appropriate rehabilitative strategies following THA.
Online
Elective
4
09/30/2024
216.000315
Total Knee Arthroplasty: Current Concepts in Physical Therapy Management
Online
Elective
3.5
28.00
Total Knee Arthroplasty: Current Concepts in Physical Therapy Management
28.00
Online
Elective
3.5
09/30/2024
Course release date: 3/10/2017
About the Course:
In the United States, total knee arthroplasty is one of the most common elective surgical procedures with more than 700,000 procedures performed each year. Research is ongoing, but most experts contend that for the most successful postoperative outcome, rehabilitation is an essential component of recovery. Physical therapists must have an in-depth knowledge of current best practice for this population to maximize their return to function and quality of life. Additionally, with the emergence of new reimbursement models for Total Joint Replacement care, it is essential for physical therapy practitioners to utilize the most appropriate outcome measures in data collection and reporting. The purpose of this intermediate level course is to provide physical therapists and physical therapist assistants with a comprehensive overview of the many considerations surrounding knee replacement surgery, including the relevant anatomy, epidemiology, patient selection criteria, surgical considerations, common postoperative complications, and rehabilitation strategies. This course discusses the pre and postoperative patient management, rehabilitation goals and treatment in the acute, post-acute, and functional recovery stages. This course, which is relevant for physical therapists and physical therapy assistants, provides evidence-based research that supports rehabilitation treatment methods and outcomes following total knee arthroplasty while highlighting the areas in need of further study.
About the Course:
In the United States, total knee arthroplasty is one of the most common elective surgical procedures with more than 700,000 procedures performed each year. Research is ongoing, but most experts contend that for the most successful postoperative outcome, rehabilitation is an essential component of recovery. Physical therapists must have an in-depth knowledge of current best practice for this population to maximize their return to function and quality of life. Additionally, with the emergence of new reimbursement models for Total Joint Replacement care, it is essential for physical therapy practitioners to utilize the most appropriate outcome measures in data collection and reporting. The purpose of this intermediate level course is to provide physical therapists and physical therapist assistants with a comprehensive overview of the many considerations surrounding knee replacement surgery, including the relevant anatomy, epidemiology, patient selection criteria, surgical considerations, common postoperative complications, and rehabilitation strategies. This course discusses the pre and postoperative patient management, rehabilitation goals and treatment in the acute, post-acute, and functional recovery stages. This course, which is relevant for physical therapists and physical therapy assistants, provides evidence-based research that supports rehabilitation treatment methods and outcomes following total knee arthroplasty while highlighting the areas in need of further study.
Online
Elective
3.5
09/30/2024
216.000315
Total Shoulder Arthroscopy and Reverse Total Arthroscopy: What Physical Therapists Need to Know
Online
Elective
2
16.00
Total Shoulder Arthroscopy and Reverse Total Arthroscopy: What Physical Therapists Need to Know
16.00
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
About the Course
Shoulder arthroplasty is the treatment of choice for severe degenerative joint disease. It is important for physical therapists to understand complications that may occur following these types of surgical procedures. This course will discuss the components of physical therapy rehabilitation following a total shoulder replacement.
Shoulder arthroplasty is the treatment of choice for severe degenerative joint disease. It is important for physical therapists to understand complications that may occur following these types of surgical procedures. This course will discuss the components of physical therapy rehabilitation following a total shoulder replacement.
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Understanding Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: An Overview for Physical Therapists, 2nd Edition
Online
Elective
3
24.00
Understanding Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: An Overview for Physical Therapists, 2nd Edition
24.00
Online
Elective
3
09/30/2024
Course release date: 4/12/2018
About the Course:
This basic level course provides an overview of PTSD for physical therapists working in a variety of roles and settings. This course addresses basic information regarding PTSD, including DSM-5 diagnostic criteria, etiology, incidence, risk factors, interventions and treatment methods. Though detailed assessment and treatment of PTSD is outside of the physical therapist’s scope of practice, PTSD will impact the patient’s quality of life. In order to provide holistic care to the patient, physical therapists need to be able to screen and refer patients appropriately and understand the treatments that help them recover.
About the Course:
This basic level course provides an overview of PTSD for physical therapists working in a variety of roles and settings. This course addresses basic information regarding PTSD, including DSM-5 diagnostic criteria, etiology, incidence, risk factors, interventions and treatment methods. Though detailed assessment and treatment of PTSD is outside of the physical therapist’s scope of practice, PTSD will impact the patient’s quality of life. In order to provide holistic care to the patient, physical therapists need to be able to screen and refer patients appropriately and understand the treatments that help them recover.
Online
Elective
3
09/30/2024
216.000315
Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder: OT and PT Roles for Intervention
Online
Elective
2
16.00
Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder: OT and PT Roles for Intervention
16.00
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
About the Course
The following course material targets occupational and physical therapists who regularly work with, or who have an interest in working with, young adults with autism across the entire spectrum. The course includes basic information about autism spectrum disorder as well as references to the latest interventions and evaluations for functional barriers for this population.
The following course material targets occupational and physical therapists who regularly work with, or who have an interest in working with, young adults with autism across the entire spectrum. The course includes basic information about autism spectrum disorder as well as references to the latest interventions and evaluations for functional barriers for this population.
Online
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Addressing Emotional Regulation with Mindfulness in Pediatrics
Video
Elective
2
33.00
Addressing Emotional Regulation with Mindfulness in Pediatrics
33.00
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
Practitioners will gain an insight to the step-by-step process to not only incorporate the practice of mindfulness for their own wellbeing but will also learn a variety of techniques and strategies to effectively teach mindfulness to children to promote self-regulation, treat general anxiety and address executive functioning deficits. After the completion of this course, practitioners will be able to add mindfulness to the toolbox of evidence-based interventions and further promote the well-being of their clients.
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Advanced Wound Care Concepts
Video
Elective
3
49.00
Advanced Wound Care Concepts
49.00
Video
Elective
3
09/30/2024
About the Course:
Chronic wounds are known for their large share of healthcare cost and limiting the quality of life for many patients. Therefore, it is important for healthcare professionals to have the knowledge necessary to identify causes that limit wound healing progression, to provide the ideal environment for wound healing, and to understand the intrinsic and extrinsic variables at play. This course dives into each of these topics and expounds on how edema, malnutrition, and biochemical pathways lead to the development of chronic wounds.
Chronic wounds are known for their large share of healthcare cost and limiting the quality of life for many patients. Therefore, it is important for healthcare professionals to have the knowledge necessary to identify causes that limit wound healing progression, to provide the ideal environment for wound healing, and to understand the intrinsic and extrinsic variables at play. This course dives into each of these topics and expounds on how edema, malnutrition, and biochemical pathways lead to the development of chronic wounds.
Video
Elective
3
09/30/2024
216.000315
Aging Process: What is Happening to the Body and What Does it Mean?
Video
Elective
3
49.00
Aging Process: What is Happening to the Body and What Does it Mean?
49.00
Video
Elective
3
09/30/2024
This course discusses at an in-depth level the physiological changes that occur with aging, the modifiable factors that impact the effects of aging, and how these contribute to the function of older adults. Participants will gain knowledge in assessing what changes are normal with aging versus those that are not, intervention strategies, and in addressing risk factors when they are identified.
Video
Elective
3
09/30/2024
216.000315
Aquatic Spinal Therapy and Core Training. An Integrated Approach
Video
Elective
4
5.0
2 Ratings
65.00
Aquatic Spinal Therapy and Core Training. An Integrated Approach
65.00
5.0
2 Ratings
Video
Elective
4
09/30/2024
About the Course:
“Aquatic Spinal Therapy and Core Training, An Integrated Approach” is an informative course for those health professionals who would like to expand their orthopedic spinal/core aquatic therapy skills or for those who are new to orthopedic aquatic therapy. This course will present spinal/core connections with exercises focusing on increasing mobility, improving stability, strength, and motor control. By integrating an aquatic and land-based approach to spinal/core therapy clinicians can help clients progress quicker and more comfortably with improved outcomes.
This course is an on-demand, video course.
“Aquatic Spinal Therapy and Core Training, An Integrated Approach” is an informative course for those health professionals who would like to expand their orthopedic spinal/core aquatic therapy skills or for those who are new to orthopedic aquatic therapy. This course will present spinal/core connections with exercises focusing on increasing mobility, improving stability, strength, and motor control. By integrating an aquatic and land-based approach to spinal/core therapy clinicians can help clients progress quicker and more comfortably with improved outcomes.
This course is an on-demand, video course.
Video
Elective
4
09/30/2024
216.000315
Aquatic Therapy Program Design
Video
Elective
2
33.00
Aquatic Therapy Program Design
33.00
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
About the Course:
Aquatic Therapy Program Design an informative course designed for therapists, athletic trainers, and strength coaches who would like to expand their knowledge in working with athletes in the aquatic setting. This course presents concepts of periodization relative to aquatics that can be easily transitioned to land-based training. Whether your athletes are rehabbing from an injury, need to learn proper techniques, or are cross-training, this course helps to bridge the gap between water and land-based training. Aquatic properties, equipment, and sample programs are included. Finally, this course helps to educate the sports rehab and training professional in an integrated approach to training athletes.
Aquatic Therapy Program Design an informative course designed for therapists, athletic trainers, and strength coaches who would like to expand their knowledge in working with athletes in the aquatic setting. This course presents concepts of periodization relative to aquatics that can be easily transitioned to land-based training. Whether your athletes are rehabbing from an injury, need to learn proper techniques, or are cross-training, this course helps to bridge the gap between water and land-based training. Aquatic properties, equipment, and sample programs are included. Finally, this course helps to educate the sports rehab and training professional in an integrated approach to training athletes.
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Aquatic Training Plyometrics for Speed, Agility, and Quickness Development
Video
Elective
2
33.00
Aquatic Training Plyometrics for Speed, Agility, and Quickness Development
33.00
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
Course Release Date: 7/1/2021
About the Course:
Aquatic Training Plyometrics for Speed, Agility, and Quickness Development is an informative course designed for therapists, athletic trainers, and strength coaches who would like to expand their knowledge in working with athletes in the aquatic setting. This course presents aquatic plyometrics for speed, agility, and quickness drills that can be easily transitioned to land-based training. Whether your athletes are rehabbing from an injury, need to learn proper techniques, or are cross training, this course helps to bridge the gap between water and land-based training. Aquatic properties, equipment, and research are also discussed. Finally, this course helps to educate the sports rehab and training professional in an integrated approach to training athletes.
About the Course:
Aquatic Training Plyometrics for Speed, Agility, and Quickness Development is an informative course designed for therapists, athletic trainers, and strength coaches who would like to expand their knowledge in working with athletes in the aquatic setting. This course presents aquatic plyometrics for speed, agility, and quickness drills that can be easily transitioned to land-based training. Whether your athletes are rehabbing from an injury, need to learn proper techniques, or are cross training, this course helps to bridge the gap between water and land-based training. Aquatic properties, equipment, and research are also discussed. Finally, this course helps to educate the sports rehab and training professional in an integrated approach to training athletes.
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Aquatic Training for Energy System Development
Video
Elective
2
33.00
Aquatic Training for Energy System Development
33.00
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
About the Course:
Aquatic Training for Energy System Development is an informative course designed for therapists, athletic trainers, and strength coaches who would like to expand their knowledge in working with athletes in the aquatic setting. This course presents aquatic energy system training philosophy and programming that includes waters properties, aquatic equipment, immersion affects on physiological systems, and aquatic program design to target specific energy systems. Finally, this course helps to educate the sports rehab and training professional in an integrated approach to training athletes.
Aquatic Training for Energy System Development is an informative course designed for therapists, athletic trainers, and strength coaches who would like to expand their knowledge in working with athletes in the aquatic setting. This course presents aquatic energy system training philosophy and programming that includes waters properties, aquatic equipment, immersion affects on physiological systems, and aquatic program design to target specific energy systems. Finally, this course helps to educate the sports rehab and training professional in an integrated approach to training athletes.
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Aquatic Training for Movement Preparation
Video
Elective
1
16.00
Aquatic Training for Movement Preparation
16.00
Video
Elective
1
09/30/2024
Course Release Date: 7/1/2021
About the Course
Aquatic Training for Movement Preparation is an informative course designed for therapists, athletic trainers, and strength coaches who would like to expand their knowledge in working with athletes in the aquatic setting. This course presents aquatic pillar/movement preparation programming that includes general movement, hip activation, dynamic stretching, movement integration, and neural activation. Soft tissue and mobility and stability considerations are also included. Finally, this course helps to educate the sports rehab and training professional in an integrated approach to training athletes.
About the Course
Aquatic Training for Movement Preparation is an informative course designed for therapists, athletic trainers, and strength coaches who would like to expand their knowledge in working with athletes in the aquatic setting. This course presents aquatic pillar/movement preparation programming that includes general movement, hip activation, dynamic stretching, movement integration, and neural activation. Soft tissue and mobility and stability considerations are also included. Finally, this course helps to educate the sports rehab and training professional in an integrated approach to training athletes.
Video
Elective
1
09/30/2024
216.000315
Aquatic Training for Recovery
Video
Elective
2
33.00
Aquatic Training for Recovery
33.00
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
Course Release Date: 7/1/2021
About the Course:
Aquatic Training for Recovery is an informative course designed for therapists, athletic trainers, and strength coaches who would like to expand their knowledge in working with athletes in the aquatic setting. This course presents aquatic training philosophy and programming that includes overload, water properties, aquatic equipment, immersion effects on physiological systems, and aquatic programs design to target athletic recovery. Finally, this course helps to educate the sports rehab and training professional in an integrated approach to training athletes.
About the Course:
Aquatic Training for Recovery is an informative course designed for therapists, athletic trainers, and strength coaches who would like to expand their knowledge in working with athletes in the aquatic setting. This course presents aquatic training philosophy and programming that includes overload, water properties, aquatic equipment, immersion effects on physiological systems, and aquatic programs design to target athletic recovery. Finally, this course helps to educate the sports rehab and training professional in an integrated approach to training athletes.
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Aquatic Training for Strength and Power Development
Video
Elective
2
33.00
Aquatic Training for Strength and Power Development
33.00
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
Course Release Date: 7/1/2021
About the Course
Training for Strength and Power Development is an informative course designed for therapists, athletic trainers, and strength coaches who would like to expand their knowledge in working with athletes in the aquatic setting. This course presents aquatic stability, strength and power training philosophies, and programming that includes both shallow and deep water training utilizing various aquatic equipment designed to target athletic strength and power improvements. Finally, this course helps to educate the sports rehab and training professionals in an integrated approach to training athletes.
About the Course
Training for Strength and Power Development is an informative course designed for therapists, athletic trainers, and strength coaches who would like to expand their knowledge in working with athletes in the aquatic setting. This course presents aquatic stability, strength and power training philosophies, and programming that includes both shallow and deep water training utilizing various aquatic equipment designed to target athletic strength and power improvements. Finally, this course helps to educate the sports rehab and training professionals in an integrated approach to training athletes.
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Aquatic Upper Extremity Training, An Integrated Approach
Video
Elective
4
65.00
Aquatic Upper Extremity Training, An Integrated Approach
65.00
Video
Elective
4
09/30/2024
About the Course
Aquatic Upper Extremity Training, An Integrated Approach is an informative course for those health professionals who would like to expand their orthopedic upper extremity aquatic therapy skills or for those who are new to orthopedic aquatic therapy. This course will present upper quarter connections with exercises focusing on increasing mobility, improving stability, strength, and motor control. By integrating an aquatic and land based approach to upper extremity therapy clinicians can help clients progress quicker and more comfortably with improved outcomes.
This course is an on-demand, video course.
Aquatic Upper Extremity Training, An Integrated Approach is an informative course for those health professionals who would like to expand their orthopedic upper extremity aquatic therapy skills or for those who are new to orthopedic aquatic therapy. This course will present upper quarter connections with exercises focusing on increasing mobility, improving stability, strength, and motor control. By integrating an aquatic and land based approach to upper extremity therapy clinicians can help clients progress quicker and more comfortably with improved outcomes.
This course is an on-demand, video course.
Video
Elective
4
09/30/2024
216.000315
Autism and Posture: Posture-Care and Rehab-Yoga
Video
Elective
3
4.0
4 Ratings
49.00
Autism and Posture: Posture-Care and Rehab-Yoga
49.00
4.0
4 Ratings
Video
Elective
3
09/30/2024
About the Course
The information in this presentation would open clinicians to the opportunity to assess and treat the posture of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Individuals with ASD have a diminished perception of their body movement and postural orientation; as a result, they often sit, stand, and walk with postural impairment. Studies of the postural profile of children with ASD report a deviation from the typical age-matched population in regard to leg length discrepancy, kyphosis, lumbar scoliosis, and genu valgum. This presentation provides a review of how to observe and record standing posture in children and adults with ASD. In this presentation, a therapist will learn visual observation and reporting that is based on a UK method of Posture and Posture Ability scale. The presentation will also present yoga-based exercises that clinicians can easily implement in treatment. It will focus on the prevention and improvement of abnormal posture impairments so to allow for better functional activities.
This course is a video, on-demand course.
The information in this presentation would open clinicians to the opportunity to assess and treat the posture of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Individuals with ASD have a diminished perception of their body movement and postural orientation; as a result, they often sit, stand, and walk with postural impairment. Studies of the postural profile of children with ASD report a deviation from the typical age-matched population in regard to leg length discrepancy, kyphosis, lumbar scoliosis, and genu valgum. This presentation provides a review of how to observe and record standing posture in children and adults with ASD. In this presentation, a therapist will learn visual observation and reporting that is based on a UK method of Posture and Posture Ability scale. The presentation will also present yoga-based exercises that clinicians can easily implement in treatment. It will focus on the prevention and improvement of abnormal posture impairments so to allow for better functional activities.
This course is a video, on-demand course.
Video
Elective
3
09/30/2024
216.000315
Building a Business Plan for Private Practice
Video
Elective
3
49.00
Building a Business Plan for Private Practice
49.00
Video
Elective
3
09/30/2024
Branching out into your own business can be a daunting task. How do you even begin? You have a lot of ideas and plans, but when it’s time to put them on paper, you draw a blank! It is important to have a blueprint for your practice – if you can’t write about it, how can you build it? Formulating a business plan can help build a solid foundation for your practice and give you a roadmap to help collect your information, analyze it and formulate your finalized plan. This course will help clarify your ideas and develop strategies to move forward.
Video
Elective
3
09/30/2024
216.000315
COVID-19 in the Geriatric Patient
Video
Elective
1
4.6
22 Ratings
16.00
COVID-19 in the Geriatric Patient
16.00
4.6
22 Ratings
Video
Elective
1
09/30/2024
About the Course:
This one-hour course will provide clinicians with an overview of how and why COVID-19 has had such a significant impact on older adults. It will examine the expected clinical presentation in older adult COVID-19 patients in the post-acute phase as well as discuss assessment and treatment interventions. This course will also examine the impact that social isolation has on older adults and how rehabilitation clinicians can make a positive impact on this.
This course is a video, on-demand course.
This one-hour course will provide clinicians with an overview of how and why COVID-19 has had such a significant impact on older adults. It will examine the expected clinical presentation in older adult COVID-19 patients in the post-acute phase as well as discuss assessment and treatment interventions. This course will also examine the impact that social isolation has on older adults and how rehabilitation clinicians can make a positive impact on this.
This course is a video, on-demand course.
Video
Elective
1
09/30/2024
216.000315
Combined Training: Designing Effective Multi-Goal Exercise Programs
Video
Elective
2
33.00
Combined Training: Designing Effective Multi-Goal Exercise Programs
33.00
Video
Elective
2
05/12/2026
Discover how to develop general fitness as well as strength and conditioning programs to account for interference theory. Learn how to use contemporary training methods like plyometric supersets, cardio-strength supersets, and circuits to build effective and safe combined training programs designed for multiple fitness goals. Packed with real-world clinical applications and sample routines, this course is designed with the working professional and immediate field application in mind.
Video
Elective
2
05/12/2026
DBS (Dormant Butt Syndrome) – All about Glutes
Video
Elective
2
33.00
DBS (Dormant Butt Syndrome) – All about Glutes
33.00
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
This course provides an in-depth review of the gluteal muscles, actions, and issues that arise when they are dormant. Discussion includes the causes of Dormant Butt Syndrome (DBS), how DBS negatively affects the spine and hips, and how to reverse DBS. Exercises from frail aging adults to intermediate adults are reviewed as well as advancing exercises for the average individual.
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Direct Access: Foundations of Medical Screening
Video
Elective
2
33.00
Direct Access: Foundations of Medical Screening
33.00
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
Clinical assessment and treatment of patients with SLAP injuries is challenging even for the most experienced clinician. This course will discuss the pathophysiology and related anatomy for SLAP disorders in both the athletic and general populations. The relationship between SLAP injuries, scapula dyskinesis and posterior shoulder tightness will be explored. The clinical evaluation, as well as differential diagnosis, for patients with suspected SLAP tears will be presented, and the most evidence-based clinical / special tests will be discussed. Updated clinical prediction rules pertaining to successful non-surgical management will be presented. A comprehensive evidence-based rehabilitation approach will be emphasized, with a focus on scapula stabilization and neuromuscular control exercises, posterior glenohumeral capsule stretches, rotator cuff strengthening, postural correction and soft tissue mobilization techniques. Video demonstration of exercise and manual interventions are utilized to reinforce correct techniques. Phase-based rehabilitation guidelines are presented, including transitioning the patient to sport- specific training programs.
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Direct Access: Systems-Based Approach to Medical Screening
Video
Elective
2
33.00
Direct Access: Systems-Based Approach to Medical Screening
33.00
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
Clinical assessment and treatment of patients with SLAP injuries is challenging even for the most experienced clinician. This course will discuss the pathophysiology and related anatomy for SLAP disorders in both the athletic and general populations. The relationship between SLAP injuries, scapula dyskinesis and posterior shoulder tightness will be explored. The clinical evaluation, as well as differential diagnosis, for patients with suspected SLAP tears will presented, and the most evidence-based clinical / special tests will be discussed. Updated clinical prediction rules pertaining to successful non-surgical management will be presented. A comprehensive evidence-based rehabilitation approach will be emphasized, with a focus on scapula stabilization and neuromuscular control exercises, posterior glenohumeral capsule stretches, rotator cuff strengthening, postural correction and soft tissue mobilization techniques. Video demonstration of exercise and manual interventions are utilized to reinforce correct techniques. Phase-based rehabilitation guidelines are presented, including transitioning the patient to sport- specific training programs.
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Dynamic Seating: Moving Beyond Static Wheelchair Seating
Video
Elective
2
33.00
Dynamic Seating: Moving Beyond Static Wheelchair Seating
33.00
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
Dynamic seating provides movement within a wheelchair. When the client moves, the dynamic seating components move with the client, maintaining alignment with the seating system for postural support and stability. Clients who extend within the seating system or seek out movement may benefit from dynamic seating. Dynamic components absorb and diffuse force, protecting both the client from pain and injury and the wheelchair seat and frame from damage. Absorbing force may reduce muscle tone. Providing movement can increase alertness and decrease agitation. Movement can also improve function and postural control.
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Effective Shoulder Examination and Treatment
Video
Elective
5
4.6
7 Ratings
80.00
Effective Shoulder Examination and Treatment
80.00
4.6
7 Ratings
Video
Elective
5
09/30/2022
Expires Soon
About the Course:
There are numerous shoulder courses out there in the world of continuing education. The majority of these courses focus on the medical model diagnosis and condition-specific. This approach does not take in consideration the growing evidence that a MULTI MODEL APPROACH which combines MANUAL THERAPY AND CORRECTIVE EXERCISE is the MOST EFFECTIVE method in addressing shoulder pain and dysfunction. By following the MULTI MODEL APPROACH the clinician can more efficiently address a patient’s impairments in a manner that expedites the rehabilitation process. This method of shoulder rehab is also more effective in today’s healthcare environment where overall costs and utilization of services are constantly being measured. By participating in this course, the learner will gain evidence-based knowledge on cutting-edge MANUAL THERAPY TECHNIQUES that can be used the very next day in practice! This course is LOADED WITH LAB MANUAL THERAPY VIDEOS as well as gaining the knowledge of the latest evidence-based research on ADHESIVE CAPSULITIS, ROTATOR CUFF SURGERY, AND SHOULDER ARTHROPLASTY!
This course is a video, on-demand course.
There are numerous shoulder courses out there in the world of continuing education. The majority of these courses focus on the medical model diagnosis and condition-specific. This approach does not take in consideration the growing evidence that a MULTI MODEL APPROACH which combines MANUAL THERAPY AND CORRECTIVE EXERCISE is the MOST EFFECTIVE method in addressing shoulder pain and dysfunction. By following the MULTI MODEL APPROACH the clinician can more efficiently address a patient’s impairments in a manner that expedites the rehabilitation process. This method of shoulder rehab is also more effective in today’s healthcare environment where overall costs and utilization of services are constantly being measured. By participating in this course, the learner will gain evidence-based knowledge on cutting-edge MANUAL THERAPY TECHNIQUES that can be used the very next day in practice! This course is LOADED WITH LAB MANUAL THERAPY VIDEOS as well as gaining the knowledge of the latest evidence-based research on ADHESIVE CAPSULITIS, ROTATOR CUFF SURGERY, AND SHOULDER ARTHROPLASTY!
This course is a video, on-demand course.
Video
Elective
5
09/30/2022
Expires Soon
216.000315
Evaluating and Treating COPD: Because if You Can Not Breathe, Nothing Else Matters
Video
Elective
3
4.9
13 Ratings
49.00
Evaluating and Treating COPD: Because if You Can Not Breathe, Nothing Else Matters
49.00
4.9
13 Ratings
Video
Elective
3
09/30/2024
About the Course:
In the geriatric population, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a very prevalent disease. Patients with COPD often require frequent hospitalizations and require medical and rehabilitation across the continuum of care – acute care, out-patient, skilled nursing facilities, and home health. Due to the prevalence of this condition, all healthcare professionals must play an active role, including rehabilitation professionals. The role for rehabilitation includes the acute treatment of the disease, patient/family education, and long-term management. This course discusses at an in-depth level the pathophysiology, diagnostic tools, assessment techniques and treatment of COPD. This information will be applied in a case study at the end of the course to ensure that participants gain practical application skills of the material presented. This course discusses at an in-depth level the pathophysiology, diagnostic tools, assessment techniques, and treatment of COPD. This information will be applied in a case study at the end of the course to ensure that participants gain practical application skills of the material presented.
This course is a video, on-demand course.
In the geriatric population, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a very prevalent disease. Patients with COPD often require frequent hospitalizations and require medical and rehabilitation across the continuum of care – acute care, out-patient, skilled nursing facilities, and home health. Due to the prevalence of this condition, all healthcare professionals must play an active role, including rehabilitation professionals. The role for rehabilitation includes the acute treatment of the disease, patient/family education, and long-term management. This course discusses at an in-depth level the pathophysiology, diagnostic tools, assessment techniques and treatment of COPD. This information will be applied in a case study at the end of the course to ensure that participants gain practical application skills of the material presented. This course discusses at an in-depth level the pathophysiology, diagnostic tools, assessment techniques, and treatment of COPD. This information will be applied in a case study at the end of the course to ensure that participants gain practical application skills of the material presented.
This course is a video, on-demand course.
Video
Elective
3
09/30/2024
216.000315
Evidence-Informed Practice: Cervical Spine Disorders
Video
Elective
3
49.00
Evidence-Informed Practice: Cervical Spine Disorders
49.00
Video
Elective
3
09/30/2024
About the Course:
This course is designed for the rehabilitation clinician to move beyond static imaging to utilizing active and passive movements to identify patterns. After a pattern has been identified, the clinician will perform passive assessment techniques to confirm the suspected tissue impairment. Once the tissue impairment has been confirmed, specific interventions including patient education, manual therapy, and home exercises can be utilized to restore function while decreasing symptoms.
This course is designed for the rehabilitation clinician to move beyond static imaging to utilizing active and passive movements to identify patterns. After a pattern has been identified, the clinician will perform passive assessment techniques to confirm the suspected tissue impairment. Once the tissue impairment has been confirmed, specific interventions including patient education, manual therapy, and home exercises can be utilized to restore function while decreasing symptoms.
Video
Elective
3
09/30/2024
216.000315
This activity is offered by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners Accredited Provider # 2201002TX and provides 3 CCUs for PTs and PTAs licensed in Texas
Evidence-Inspired Practice: Lumbar Spine Pathology
Video
Elective
3
49.00
Evidence-Inspired Practice: Lumbar Spine Pathology
49.00
Video
Elective
3
09/30/2024
About the Course:
This course is designed for the rehabilitation clinician to move beyond static imaging to utilizing active and passive movements to identify patterns. After a pattern has been identified, the clinician will perform passive assessment techniques to confirm the suspected tissue impairment. Once the tissue impairment has been confirmed, specific interventions including patient education, manual therapy, and home exercises can be utilized to restore function while decreasing symptoms.
This course is designed for the rehabilitation clinician to move beyond static imaging to utilizing active and passive movements to identify patterns. After a pattern has been identified, the clinician will perform passive assessment techniques to confirm the suspected tissue impairment. Once the tissue impairment has been confirmed, specific interventions including patient education, manual therapy, and home exercises can be utilized to restore function while decreasing symptoms.
Video
Elective
3
09/30/2024
216.000315
Evidenced Based Principles and Applications of Stretching and Self-Myofascial Release
Video
Elective
3
4.3
6 Ratings
49.00
Evidenced Based Principles and Applications of Stretching and Self-Myofascial Release
49.00
4.3
6 Ratings
Video
Elective
3
09/30/2024
About the Course:
The fascial system is vital not just to our structural health, but to the health of the body as a whole. The fascial system surrounds, supports, and integrates our muscles, organs, and even our cells. It is a multi-dimensional system, essential to the flow of information and vital energy— prana, or chi—in the body. Adding myofascial release to your yoga practice helps remove restrictions and trauma in this vital system. The myofascial system gets limited and dehydrated over time, as trauma, inflammation or unresolved emotional holdings get lodged in the system. Myofascial restrictions hold many people back in their yoga practice. This course instructs the therapist in the principles of fascia, mechanics of Myofascial release, and Anatomy Trains. Therapists will gain a deeper understanding of the myofascial system, its importance for the body, and how myofascial restrictions or trigger points get lodged in the body over time. Through this course, therapists will learn how to integrate the knowledge of Myofascial release, Myofascial unwinding, and Anatomy Trains into a therapeutic yoga practice to address common muscle imbalances.
This course is a video, on-demand course.
The fascial system is vital not just to our structural health, but to the health of the body as a whole. The fascial system surrounds, supports, and integrates our muscles, organs, and even our cells. It is a multi-dimensional system, essential to the flow of information and vital energy— prana, or chi—in the body. Adding myofascial release to your yoga practice helps remove restrictions and trauma in this vital system. The myofascial system gets limited and dehydrated over time, as trauma, inflammation or unresolved emotional holdings get lodged in the system. Myofascial restrictions hold many people back in their yoga practice. This course instructs the therapist in the principles of fascia, mechanics of Myofascial release, and Anatomy Trains. Therapists will gain a deeper understanding of the myofascial system, its importance for the body, and how myofascial restrictions or trigger points get lodged in the body over time. Through this course, therapists will learn how to integrate the knowledge of Myofascial release, Myofascial unwinding, and Anatomy Trains into a therapeutic yoga practice to address common muscle imbalances.
This course is a video, on-demand course.
Video
Elective
3
09/30/2024
216.000315
Flexibility, Bands and Balance Strategies for the Healthcare Professional
Video
Elective
5
4.6
7 Ratings
80.00
Flexibility, Bands and Balance Strategies for the Healthcare Professional
80.00
4.6
7 Ratings
Video
Elective
5
09/30/2024
About the Course:
This video course expounds on the evidenced-based research and intervention techniques with resistive bands, flexibility treatment, and balance strategies for the healthcare professional to improve all aspects of patient care. The hands-on treatment techniques and interventions discussed herein can be used immediately and in all clinical settings. The scientific basis and clinical research of resistive, sensorimotor, and stabilization training and progression for patients of all levels is reviewed. Effective documentation strategies for payor reimbursement are also reviewed. At the end of this course, the healthcare professional will be able to integrate stretch bands, resistive bands, and balance trainers into treatment strategies from pediatric to geriatric populations.
This on-demand video course.
This video course expounds on the evidenced-based research and intervention techniques with resistive bands, flexibility treatment, and balance strategies for the healthcare professional to improve all aspects of patient care. The hands-on treatment techniques and interventions discussed herein can be used immediately and in all clinical settings. The scientific basis and clinical research of resistive, sensorimotor, and stabilization training and progression for patients of all levels is reviewed. Effective documentation strategies for payor reimbursement are also reviewed. At the end of this course, the healthcare professional will be able to integrate stretch bands, resistive bands, and balance trainers into treatment strategies from pediatric to geriatric populations.
This on-demand video course.
Video
Elective
5
09/30/2024
216.000315
Geriatric Balance and Fall Prevention
Video
Elective
4
4.9
16 Ratings
65.00
Geriatric Balance and Fall Prevention
65.00
4.9
16 Ratings
Video
Elective
4
09/30/2024
About the Course:
As our population ages, the incidence of injuries and even deaths from falling is rising. What can we do to address this issue as health care providers? Our interventions can make a difference. Identify the physiological aspects of balance and how the aging process affects balance. Review of the epidemiology of falls, fall risk factors in the aging population, and changes with aging. Recognize components of balance, and discuss how the aging process alters balance components over time. Learn evidence-based, reliable methods of balance examination. Therapeutic interventions including exercise and functional activities to promote balance and reduce falls are demonstrated for your lab practice. Review current evidence that indicates the effectiveness of the balance interventions, and recommend program design to achieve functional outcomes for balance rehabilitation in the elderly.
This course is a video, on-demand course.
As our population ages, the incidence of injuries and even deaths from falling is rising. What can we do to address this issue as health care providers? Our interventions can make a difference. Identify the physiological aspects of balance and how the aging process affects balance. Review of the epidemiology of falls, fall risk factors in the aging population, and changes with aging. Recognize components of balance, and discuss how the aging process alters balance components over time. Learn evidence-based, reliable methods of balance examination. Therapeutic interventions including exercise and functional activities to promote balance and reduce falls are demonstrated for your lab practice. Review current evidence that indicates the effectiveness of the balance interventions, and recommend program design to achieve functional outcomes for balance rehabilitation in the elderly.
This course is a video, on-demand course.
Video
Elective
4
09/30/2024
216.000315
Getting Started with Wound Care Basics
Video
Elective
3
49.00
Getting Started with Wound Care Basics
49.00
Video
Elective
3
09/30/2024
About the Course:
Graduates of several healthcare professions have requirements within their practice act to evaluate and treat wounds. Yet, studies have shown that new health professionals are uncomfortable with wound care basics such as how to examine and evaluate wounds or set a plan of care in place that is adherent to established standards. Getting Started with Wound Care Basics will educate the learner on how to complete appropriate and detailed wound assessments, identify the necessary wound debridement methods, and identify basic wound dressings that are most widely available in healthcare settings.
Graduates of several healthcare professions have requirements within their practice act to evaluate and treat wounds. Yet, studies have shown that new health professionals are uncomfortable with wound care basics such as how to examine and evaluate wounds or set a plan of care in place that is adherent to established standards. Getting Started with Wound Care Basics will educate the learner on how to complete appropriate and detailed wound assessments, identify the necessary wound debridement methods, and identify basic wound dressings that are most widely available in healthcare settings.
Video
Elective
3
09/30/2024
216.000315
Growth Mindset versus Fixed Mindset_Video
Video
Elective
3
49.00
Growth Mindset versus Fixed Mindset_Video
49.00
Video
Elective
3
09/30/2024
About the Course
Clinicians working with students struggling at grade level are committed to raising their student’s achievement ability by creating opportunities to learn. In this course, clinicians will learn new techniques that can help support, motivate, and encourage these students without enabling them. Clinicians can do much to minimize “learned helpless” behavior that many of these students exhibit. This course will indicate how to offer support to parents and partner with them to cultivate a healthy learning mindset which will ultimately lead children to develop academic skills that are self-directed.
Clinicians working with students struggling at grade level are committed to raising their student’s achievement ability by creating opportunities to learn. In this course, clinicians will learn new techniques that can help support, motivate, and encourage these students without enabling them. Clinicians can do much to minimize “learned helpless” behavior that many of these students exhibit. This course will indicate how to offer support to parents and partner with them to cultivate a healthy learning mindset which will ultimately lead children to develop academic skills that are self-directed.
Video
Elective
3
09/30/2024
216.000315
Improving Physical and Cognitive Function: Medications and Supplements
Video
Elective
2
4.3
4 Ratings
33.00
Improving Physical and Cognitive Function: Medications and Supplements
33.00
4.3
4 Ratings
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
About the Course:
No longer an issue for the elite athlete, medications, and supplements are now specifically designed and marketed to the young and old with promises of improving performance. Whether it be improving joint nutrition in an elderly patient, or improving muscle strength in an athlete, we are inundated with choices both over the counter and prescription. But do they really work? This seminar serves to explore the evidence behind popular performance enhancers to help the learner decide: friend or foe?
This course is a video, on-demand course.
No longer an issue for the elite athlete, medications, and supplements are now specifically designed and marketed to the young and old with promises of improving performance. Whether it be improving joint nutrition in an elderly patient, or improving muscle strength in an athlete, we are inundated with choices both over the counter and prescription. But do they really work? This seminar serves to explore the evidence behind popular performance enhancers to help the learner decide: friend or foe?
This course is a video, on-demand course.
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) to the Lower Quarter
Video
Elective
2
33.00
Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) to the Lower Quarter
33.00
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
This course provides the clinician with an understanding of the treatment concepts, as well as specific techniques, in order to effectively incorporate Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilizations (IASTM) to common musculoskeletal disorders of the lower quarter. This course reviews the fascial system, including local and regional fascial tracks, as well as the pathophysiology of fascial dysfunction. The evidence supporting the biological effects of IASTM on soft tissue healing, as well as clinical outcome studies are summarized. The treatment principles and parameters of IASTM are presented, including soft tissue assessment and treatment strategies, indications, relative precautions and absolute contraindications, the role of complimentary treatment approaches, and the importance of immediate re-assessment. Other principles of IASTM, including recommended treatment time, appropriate degree of applied force, and proper sequencing of physical therapy interventions are discussed, based on scientific principles and expert opinion. Different tool options are addressed and the advantages and disadvantages of each are summarized. This course lecture is supplemented with over 40 video- based techniques. The videos emphasize correct patient positioning and execution of IASTM
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) to the Upper Quarter
Video
Elective
2
33.00
Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) to the Upper Quarter
33.00
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
This course provides the clinician with an understanding of the treatment concepts, as well as specific techniques, in order to effectively incorporate Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilizations (IASTM) to common musculoskeletal disorders of the upper quarter. This course reviews the fascial system, including local and regional fascial tracks, as well as the pathophysiology of fascial dysfunction. The evidence supporting the biological effects of IASTM on soft tissue healing, as well as clinical outcome studies are summarized. The treatment principles and parameters of IASTM are presented, including soft tissue assessment and treatment strategies, indications, relative precautions and absolute contraindications, the role of complimentary treatment approaches, and the importance of immediate re-assessment. Other principles of IASTM, including recommended treatment time, appropriate degree of applied force, and proper sequencing of physical therapy interventions are discussed, based on scientific principles and expert opinion. Different tool options are addressed and the advantages and disadvantages of each are summarized. This course lecture is supplemented with over 40 video- based techniques. The videos emphasize correct patient positioning and execution of IASTM.
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Intervention and Client Advocacy to Prevent Skin Breakdown and Promote Wound Healing
Video
Elective
2
4.5
182 Ratings
33.00
Intervention and Client Advocacy to Prevent Skin Breakdown and Promote Wound Healing
33.00
4.5
182 Ratings
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
Course release date: 7/1/2021
About the Course:
This video course explores the importance of functional interventions and client advocacy at all levels of impairment to prevent skin breakdown for those who are at risk. The course reviews common wound management interventions and then applies components of advocacy to each client population using case examples. The foundations of client advocacy and how it applies to individuals at risk for skin breakdown and introduces strategies for implementing client-centered treatment interventions across various settings are also presented.
This on-demand video course.
About the Course:
This video course explores the importance of functional interventions and client advocacy at all levels of impairment to prevent skin breakdown for those who are at risk. The course reviews common wound management interventions and then applies components of advocacy to each client population using case examples. The foundations of client advocacy and how it applies to individuals at risk for skin breakdown and introduces strategies for implementing client-centered treatment interventions across various settings are also presented.
This on-demand video course.
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Latest Developments in Locomotor Training
Video
Elective
2
33.00
Latest Developments in Locomotor Training
33.00
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
Locomotor training, aka gait training, is often the major focus of a therapy plan of care. Rehabilitation literature has leaned heavily into researching better ways to improve walking ability, with many new concepts and developments over the past two decades. Technology has also come along for the ride, with advances in treadmills, support systems, robotics, and more. However, it is often very difficult to stay abreast of the latest information when engaged in full time clinical practice. This course was created to inform participants on what is the latest and greatest in the research world, from advances in treatment paradigms, to the newest technological gadgets. We will not only introduce these topics, but also go into the pros and cons of each. By the end of this course, participants should have a good understanding where we currently stand with locomotor training, and where we are headed in the near future, as well as how you can implement these ideas into your clinical practice.
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Manual Therapy and Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Frozen Shoulder
Video
Elective
3
4.4
7 Ratings
49.00
Manual Therapy and Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Frozen Shoulder
49.00
4.4
7 Ratings
Video
Elective
3
09/30/2024
About the Course
This video course addresses specific manual and movement interventions to address mobility deficits, improve circulation, and decrease pain in people presenting with shoulder pain and mobility deficits to achieve improved functional outcomes.
This on-demand video course.
Shoulder pain is prevalent in between 2.4% and 26% of the population, resulting in significant financial burden, pain and loss of quality of life. According to the APTA’s Clinical Practice Guidelines, mobilization and exercise are important components of shoulder pain management. Too often clinicians are ready to perform joint manipulation/mobilization with disregard for the soft tissue component of the stiff shoulder. Myofascial restrictions may limit shoulder mobility and function and must be addressed as part of a plan of care. When fascia becomes scarred from inflammation, injury, postural habits or disease, its tension adversely impacts functional mobility and physical activity.
This video course addresses specific manual and movement interventions to address mobility deficits, improve circulation, and decrease pain in people presenting with shoulder pain and mobility deficits to achieve improved functional outcomes.
This on-demand video course.
Video
Elective
3
09/30/2024
216.000315
Microaggressions and Mental Health in Therapy Settings
Video
Elective
2
33.00
Microaggressions and Mental Health in Therapy Settings
33.00
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
As the US population becomes increasingly multicultural and telehealth extends services into remote areas, there is a pronounced need for therapists to become adept at the delivery of culturally appropriate care. This course offers insight for therapists to not only self-reflect on their own biases, but also uses a case study format of real-life examples in the therapeutic arena. It also offers evidence-based strategies to overcome everyday barriers promoted by the acts of racial microaggressions applicable to patients and practitioners.
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Multiple Sclerosis: The Basics
Video
Elective
2
33.00
Multiple Sclerosis: The Basics
33.00
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
This course is designed to help clinicians fully understand the pathology and presentation of multiple sclerosis (MS) to improve their interactions with patients and overall outcomes. This short but comprehensive course will cover the cause of MS, symptoms, diagnostic process, and treatment options.
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Optimizing Outcomes in Rehabilitation: Motor Learning Principles and Beyond
Video
Elective
2
33.00
Optimizing Outcomes in Rehabilitation: Motor Learning Principles and Beyond
33.00
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
This course is designed to help clinicians fully understand the pathology and presentation of multiple sclerosis (MS) to improve their interactions with patients and overall outcomes. This short but comprehensive course will cover the cause of MS, symptoms, diagnostic process, and treatment options.
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Primary Care Medicine: A Symptoms-Based Approach to Medical Screening
Video
Elective
2
33.00
Primary Care Medicine: A Symptoms-Based Approach to Medical Screening
33.00
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
Clinical assessment and treatment of patients with SLAP injuries is challenging even for the most experienced clinician. This course will discuss the pathophysiology and related anatomy for SLAP disorders in both the athletic and general populations. The relationship between SLAP injuries, scapula dyskinesis and posterior shoulder tightness will be explored. The clinical evaluation, as well as differential diagnosis, for patients with suspected SLAP tears will presented, and the most evidence-based clinical / special tests will be discussed. Updated clinical prediction rules pertaining to successful non-surgical management will be presented. A comprehensive evidence-based rehabilitation approach will be emphasized, with a focus on scapula stabilization and neuromuscular control exercises, posterior glenohumeral capsule stretches, rotator cuff strengthening, postural correction and soft tissue mobilization techniques. Video demonstration of exercise and manual interventions are utilized to reinforce correct techniques. Phase-based rehabilitation guidelines are presented, including transitioning the patient to sport- specific training programs.
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Providing Control of Devices in the Environment for Play, Independence, and Participation
Video
Elective
2
33.00
Providing Control of Devices in the Environment for Play, Independence, and Participation
33.00
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
Many people with motor, cognitive, and/or sensory limitations will have difficulty controlling basic devices in their environment, including audiovisual equipment, lighting, thermostats, power door openers, phone, and hospital bed. Electronic Aids to Daily Living (EADLs) have been used to provide a means of independent control for many years, but are now outdated and overpriced. Newer consumer technologies, such as Alexa, are providing new options to increase control of devices in the environment. This course, Providing Control of Devices in the Environment for Play, Independence, and Participation, will address the problems with EADLs, the solutions, and applications.
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Rehabilitation of Adhesive Capsulitis
Video
Elective
1
16.00
Rehabilitation of Adhesive Capsulitis
16.00
Video
Elective
1
09/30/2024
Adhesive capsulitis is one of the most challenging shoulder disorders encountered by rehabilitation specialist. The traditional rehabilitation approach has universally emphasized aggressive stretching / passive range of motion and joint mobilizations. As with lower back pain, a classification-based approach has been proposed to help clinicians design a proper rehabilitation program, establish an accurate prognosis, and deliver optimal interventions through an individualized approach. This evidence-based approach represents a relatively recent paradigm shift in the treatment of adhesive capsulitis. This course, Rehabilitation of Adhesive Capsulitis, discusses the pathophysiology, risk factors, and the clinical versus medical diagnosis of adhesive capsulitis. Video-based manual therapy techniques, including joint mobilizations and soft tissue mobilizations, with specific indications are presented. The level of evidence for interventions including joint mobilizations, stretches, therapeutic exercise, cortisone injections, modalities, and patient education are reviewed. Finally, self-management strategies are provided to complement rehabilitation interventions.
Video
Elective
1
09/30/2024
216.000315
Rehabilitation of Non-Surgical SLAP Disorders
Video
Elective
2
33.00
Rehabilitation of Non-Surgical SLAP Disorders
33.00
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
Clinical assessment and treatment of patients with SLAP injuries are challenging even for the most experienced clinician. This course discusses the pathophysiology and related anatomy for SLAP disorders in athletic and general populations. The relationship between SLAP injuries, scapula dyskinesis and posterior shoulder tightness is explored. The clinical evaluation, as well as differential diagnosis, for patients with suspected SLAP tears, is presented, and the most evidence-based clinical/special tests is discussed. Updated clinical prediction rules pertaining to successful non-surgical management are presented. A comprehensive evidence-based rehabilitation approach is emphasized, with a focus on scapula stabilization and neuromuscular control exercises, posterior glenohumeral capsule stretches, rotator cuff strengthening, postural correction and soft tissue mobilization techniques. Video demonstration of exercise and manual interventions are utilized to reinforce correct techniques. Phase-based rehabilitation guidelines are presented, including transitioning the patient to sport-specific training programs.
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315
Scapular Rehab Science and Skills: An Evidence-Based Approach
Video
Elective
4
65.00
Scapular Rehab Science and Skills: An Evidence-Based Approach
65.00
Video
Elective
4
09/30/2024
About the Course:
This evidence-based course expounds on the science behind scapular rehab as well as reviews kinematic, special assessments, and verified therapeutic exercises for scapular dysfunction. The wide scope of impairments that are interdependent with scapular dysfunctions are identified. Extensive evidence-based references support efficacy of the selected exercises, manual techniques, and taping that are structured for immediate clinical application.
This course is a video, on-demand course.
This evidence-based course expounds on the science behind scapular rehab as well as reviews kinematic, special assessments, and verified therapeutic exercises for scapular dysfunction. The wide scope of impairments that are interdependent with scapular dysfunctions are identified. Extensive evidence-based references support efficacy of the selected exercises, manual techniques, and taping that are structured for immediate clinical application.
This course is a video, on-demand course.
Video
Elective
4
09/30/2024
216.000315
Seating Solutions for Clients with Increased Muscle Tone
Video
Elective
2
33.00
Seating Solutions for Clients with Increased Muscle Tone
33.00
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
This course focuses on positioning challenges frequently seen in clients with high muscle tone and the seating solutions and strategies to address those challenges. Clinicians are instructed in definitions, etiology, pathophysiology, movement disorders, reflexes, and diagnoses associated with high muscle tone. This course also covers the causes and interventions to address challenges at the pelvis, trunk, lower extremities, upper extremities, and head for a client with high tone. Medical interventions for tone management are also reviewed.
Video
Elective
2
09/30/2024
216.000315