Learn how to reduce your patient’s thoracic kyphosis and treat patients with vertebral fractures based on the best evidence. Keeping current with the latest research to guide evidence-based practice is especially important when working with the osteoporotic patient. We will discuss new information on loading the spine appropriately to prevent further loss of bone density which is imperative for the patient with osteoporosis. Inactivity and protective behaviors are disastrous for the older adult with previous fractures, declining balance, bone and muscle strength. Rehabilitation practitioners are in the prime position to guide the patient with vertebral compression fractures toward safe and effective exercise. You will come away from the course with the best exercises to include in your patient’s exercise program at their next treatment session!
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Research on exercise for reduction of kyphosis and fracture prevention –1 hour
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Treatments and manual therapy for patients with vertebral fractures – .25 hours
Exercise strength progressions for the frail older adult with thoracic kyphosis or vertebral fracture – .5 hours
Safely loading the spine with osteoporosis or previous vertebral fracture – .75 hours
Review and Q&A – .5 hour
Upon completion of this course participants will be able to:
- Discuss the latest research on treatment and exercise for thoracic kyphosis or vertebral fracture.
- Apply the best treatment approach for reducing thoracic kyphosis.
- Prescribe the appropriate levels of strength progressions to load the spine safely to prevent vertebral bone loss.
- Perform and teach the 5 best exercises to incorporate in the kyphotic or osteoporotic patient’s program.
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: Sherri R. Betz, PT, DPT, GCS, CEEAA, NCPT 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.
EDUCATIONAL CREDIT: A certificate of attendance for 3 contact hours of educational activity (3 CEUs or 3.0 CEUs depending on how your Practice Act determines CEUs in your state) will be awarded to registrants upon completion of the Recorded Webinar.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY: Great Seminars and Books is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Approval # 14334. This distance learning interactive and distance learning independent course is offered at 0.3 CEUs (3 contact hours), intermediate educational level, for categories of OT Service Delivery. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA. Effective 12/6/25-12/6/30. This course is approved by the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy.
PHYSICAL THERAPY:
This course is approved for PTs and PTAs by APTA Arkansas for 3 contact hours. Approval # APTA-AR 2710. No expiration.
This course is approved for PTs and PTAs in California for 3 contact hours by GREAT Seminars and Books, a Continuing Competency Approval Agency of the Physical Therapy Board of California. #GSB000109.
This course is approved for PTs and PTAs by the Florida Physical Therapy Association for 3 contact hours. FPTA Approval#: CE26-1351361. Exp. 12/31/26.
This course is approved by the Louisiana Board of Physical Therapy for 3 contact hours as: Category: Clinical and Type: Online/Home Study. Exp. 12/31/26.
Great Seminars is a licensed Physical Therapy CE Sponsor with the State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulations, Division of Professional Regulation. License # 216000032. Exp. 9/30/26.
This course is approved by the Maryland Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for 3 contact hours. CE Approval #: 2025-1180. Effective 11/12/25-11/12/29.
This course is approved by the New Jersey Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for 3 contact hours. Approval #2601-125. Exp. 1/31/28.
Great Seminars is an approved provider of continuing education with the New Mexico Board of Physical Therapy. Exp. 12/31/26.
Great Seminars and Books is approved as a sponsor of continuing education for PTs and PTAs through the New YorkState Education Department, Office of the Professions. Exp. 8/31/27.
This course is approved by the Ohio Physical Therapy Association for 3 contact hours. Approval #25S2771. Effective dates: 12/6/2025 to 12/6/2026.
This course is approved by the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision – Physical Therapy Board for 3 contact hours.
This activity is provided by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners Accredited Provider 2805011TX & meets continuing competence requirements for physical therapist and physical therapist assistant licensure renewal in Texas. Exp. 5/31/28.
Our courses also meet the guidelines for approval in Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Connecticut, Washington DC, Delaware, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming.
Please verify the individual licensing board’s rules regarding allowable hours for recorded/online education.
This course is not approved by ASHA or Board of Certification. 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 here, please email us at greatseminars@aol.com or give us a call at 877 794 7328.
3 Contact Hours - $99.00
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Educational Level:Intermediate
Course Format: Online video course
Target Audience: Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant, Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapist Assistant.
A post-test will be given at the end of the Webinar. A post-test score of 70% or more is considered passing. Scores of less than 70% indicate a failure to understand the material and the test will need to be taken again until a passing score has been achieved. You will receive a certificate of completion for 3 contact hours.