Manual Therapy for the Upper Extremity On-Site Training

This on-site training class is also available as Public Schedule Seminar.

This two day course will enable the participant to understand the role of manual therapy in rehabilitation of the upper extremity and apply manual and exercise techniques appropriately.

Course Description/Agenda

This hands‐on course is designed to bridge the gap between evaluation and treatment of adult patients with balance disorders associated with vestibular dysfunction. A structured method of examination involving the components of movement and mobility will be presented in conjunction with treatment paradigms specific to the diagnosis and impairments. Functional testing procedures and evidenced‐based treatment techniques will be demonstrated and reinforced with hands on practice time to allow for integration of the material. All course materials have been carefully designed to serve as a life long resource in the clinic.

Objectives

Identify anatomy and pathophysiology as it re‐ lates to balance control
Describe the factors that make the older adult more prone to falls
Differentiate the patient report of dizziness into one of three possible etiologies: vestibular dysfunction, disequilibrium, or non‐vestibular dysfunction
Identify vestibular and/or non‐vestibular causes for dizziness and possible treatment options
Demonstrate skill in the use of the (1) special vestibular tests, (2) motion sensitivity tests and (3) standardized balance and mobility tests presented in this seminar

Faculty

Travis Edwards, PT, MPT is a clinician, author and educator who currently serves as a clinic manager for CarePartners Health Services with teaching responsibilities in vestibular rehabilitation and neurodevelopmental treatment in the Doctoral Physical Therapy Program at Western Carolina University. Additionally, he serves on the board of the Western North Carolina Falls Coalition, which is dedicated to reducing the risk of falls in older adults. Travis has completed the rigorous Competency Certification Program in Vestibular Rehabilitation at Emory University Medical Center and is the lead therapists at CarePartners Balance and Vestibular Center. His clinical practice focuses on vestibular rehabilitation, dizziness and balance and falls prevention. He most recently co‐developed a balance and falls‐risk screening program that encompasses multiple service lines including inpatient, home health and outpatient programs. He combines an eclectic clinical approach with academic experience in applying evidence based principles to the examination and management of vestibular dysfunction. He continues to write and teach in the areas of vestibular rehab, dizziness, and balance and falls related issues while remaining an invaluable resource to his community and the state of North Carolina.

Participants Comments

“Has helped me immensely in connecting the dots in my 13 year VRT career.”

“One of the best courses I have been to ‐ very informative, applicable, ‐great presentation, sense of humor”

“The humor and knowledge made a confusing topic more easily understood.”

“One of the better vestibular courses I have at‐ tended”

Audience

This is an intermediate level workshop for PTs, PTAs, OTs, and ATs

NOTE: Nothing in this course is to enable or permit the learner to apply techniques outside of the scope of practice in their individual state and discipline.

Educational Credit

A certificate of attendance for 15 Contact Hours (17 in FL) will be awarded to each participant. All Therapy Network Seminars are pre‐approved for CEUs in the state where the course is conducted when required for PT, OT, ATs AND Assistants.

Therapy Network, Inc. (BOC AP#: P2563) is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to Certified Athletic Trainers. Our seminars are eligible for a maxi‐ mum of 15 Category A hours/CEUs. ATs should claim only those hours actually spent in the educational program.

AOTA Approved Provider of Continuing Education # 3073. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsements of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA

Cancellation Policy

POLICY: Registration fee less a $75 administrative charge is refundable if cancellation received 14 days prior to program date. No refunds will be given after that time. Therapy Network, Inc. reserves the right to cancel a seminar and will refund in full the registration fee only. TNI is NOT responsible for registrants non‐refundable airfare, accommodations or fees.

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