Do you feel at times that you have designed and delivered the best gait and balance program and yet your patients still have some problems with their balance?
This course goes beyond all you have learned about the effects of speed, strength and range of motion limitations as causes for balance dysfunction. You will leave with an in-depth knowledge and skill in the postural dyscontrol, somatosensation and vestibular arenas. According to the article by Jacquelin Donovan in Clinical Rehabilitation 2023, “More than 1 in 2 people who fall have a vestibular dysfunction.” Recognizing and assessing vestibular dysfunction can be a challenge. Not all of our patients fit into the box of BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo). This course will look at BPPV and go beyond, looking at addressing vestibular dysfunctions affecting our older adults. As noted in a recent article in GeriNotes “Eyes are the Window to… Gait”, the clinician will learn how to identify oculomotor deficiencies with recognized bedside assessments and employ therapeutic interventions to address oculomotor system. The treating therapist will learn to utilize appropriate standardized assessments for vestibular, postural control and somatosensory dysfunctions and apply innovative evidenced based treatment strategies.
The instructor has taught and treated extensively in this area with astounding results with her patients and clinicians. Her skills in this area are unparalleled. Take home innovative useable evaluation and treatment techniques that will dramatically change your practice. You and your patients deserve to receive this cutting-edge information.
Upon completion of this seminar, participants will be able to:
1. Analyze the impact of falls on the senior population and identify the primary causes.
2. Recognize the peripheral and central vestibular system function and anatomical structures.
3. Thoroughly evaluate the Vestibulo/Ocular system and how it affects elderly with balance dysfunctions.
4. Identify causes of central and peripheral dizziness, recognize the different mechanisms of recovery and how to impact them with therapeutic intervention
5. Perform treatment interventions based on an understanding of BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo) for the geriatric population.
6. Demonstrate a comprehensive evaluation and treatment approach for postural control by understanding sensory and motor integration.
7. Create innovative treatment strategies that will effectively address postural control issues in the geriatric patient.
8. Compare functional tools for gait and balance disorders to achieve the desired outcomes.
9. Perform evaluations on patients with compromised somatosensory systems and apply appropriate treatment strategies with Anodyne Therapy and sensory integration training.
10. Plan an effective rehabilitation program, set measurable goals and use appropriate documentation for patients with balance impairments.
DAY 1
9:00-9:45 Introduction: Impact of Balance Impairments on the Elderly Population and Identifying the Major Factors
9:45-11:15 Anatomy of the Peripheral and Central Vestibular System
- Labyrinth
- Central Connections
- Oculomotor System (Central/ Peripheral)
11:15-11:30 Break
11:30-1:30 Screening of the Vestibulo/Ocular System
- Peripheral/Central • Testing Lab
1:30-2:30 Working Lunch (on your own) Case Studies, Group Discussion
2:30-4:00 BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo)
- How to Evaluate
- Treatment Techniques
4:00-5:30 BPPV Lab
- Learn Alternative Treatment Positions Designed for the Elderly
5:30-5:45 Break
5:45-7:00 Common Causes of Peripheral and Central Dizziness
- Functional Diagnosis of Dizziness
DAY 2
9:00-9:30 Testing of Oculomotor/BPPV/ Causes of dizziness strategies
9:30-11:30 Vestibular Treatment Strategies:
- Gaze Stabilization Progression Lab
- Habituation
- Compensation
11:30-11:45 Break
11:45-12:45 Vestibular Treatment Strategies Cont.
- Drug Treatment of Vertigo
- Case Studies for Vestibular Rehab
12:45-1:30 Organization of Postural Control
- Three Sensory Systems
- Motor Components
1:30-2:30 Working Lunch (on your own) Case Studies, Group Discussion
2:30-3:15 Understanding Postural Control and Factors to Consider with Assessment
- Strategies Presently Using
- Causes and Strategies to Address Inappropriate Strategies
3:15-4:30 Postural Control: Learning Testing Tools and Creative Treatment Strategies
- mCTSIB – USLS – Theraband DGI – Functional Reach
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Home Assessment
4:30-5:15 Lab for Functional Tools
5:15-5:30 Break
5:30-6:30 Developing & Progressing Treatment Strategies for Balance Impairments
- Group Case Study
- Individual Case Study
6:30-7:00 Documentation of Balance Disorders
EDUCATIONAL CREDIT: A certificate of attendance for 20 contact hours of educational activity (20 CEUs or 2.0 CEUs depending on how your Practice Act determines CEUs in your state) will be awarded to registrants upon completion of the seminar. Great Seminars and Books is an Approved CE Provider for PTs and PTAs in NY, IL, CA, TX, and NM and this course provides 20 contact hours of continuing education. This course is also approved for PTs and PTAs in LA, WI, MD, NE, OH and NJ for 20 contact Hours. This course is approved by the Florida Physical Therapy Association for 24 contact hours. This course is approved by the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy for 20 contact hours. Our courses also meet the guidelines for approval in TN, PA, SD, MI, AL, VA, MO, IN, AZ, DE, GA, NH, OR, RI, UT, VT, WY and MO. Courses are accepted for CEUs in NE, ID, MT, WA, CT, IA, and ND. If you do not see your state listed, please give our office a call.
GREAT Seminars is an American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Approved Provider of continuing education (Provider #5363). This course is not approved by ASHA or Board of Certification.
Your tuition may be tax deductible. Any reference to or mention of state rules or regulations concerning continuing education requirements are true and accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of print. If you have questions, please contact your board or regulating body.
If you do not see your state listed, please give our office a call at 877 794 7328.
WEBINAR
A webinar is live, interactive video course delivered over the Internet to your computer. You will be able to see, hear and interact with the course presenter. This live, webinar will utilize live instruction, demonstrative videos, power point slides and more. You will have an opportunity to ask questions during the seminar. A comprehensive handout will be made available to you after you register for the webinar. In many courses, demonstrative video will be used to further enhance your learning experience. All written content used in the presentation will also be made available to you for your personal use (Power Point Slides, Reference Materials etc.).
Financial Disclosure: Janene Barber, PT, GTCCS, FSOAE, is a lecturer for GREAT Seminars. She receives payment from GREAT Seminars for the presentation of this course.
Nonfinancial Disclosure: No relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.
Content Disclosure: This course does not focus solely on any specific product or service.
Both Days – 20 contact hours
June 22-23, 2024
Saturday Only (Part 1): 10 contact hours
June 22, 2024 – $225.00
Sunday Only (Part 2): 10 contact hours
June 23, 2024 –
A Post-Test will be given at the end of the seminar. A post-test score of 75% or more is considered passing. Scores of less than 75% indicate a failure to understand the material and the test will need to be taken again until a passing score has been achieved.