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Manual Wheelchair Mobility: Self-Propulsion
November 8, 2021
Most manual wheelchairs are designed for self-propulsion and fall into categories. This course systematically explores each category with clinical indicators, as well as optimal frame configuration to... Read More
Assistive Technology Review Series: Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) Seating and Positioning, Wheelchair Mobility
Augmented Mobility Intervention
November 8, 2021
Augmented mobility is used with clients who require assistance in ambulation. This category of equipment includes walking canes, crutches, walkers, and gait trainers. Augmented mobility is used to pre... Read More
Assistive Technology Seating and Positioning, Wheelchair Mobility
Justifying Medical Necessity in Documentation: Screens to Skilled Services
August 31, 2021
Providing excellent client-centered services depends on documentation that clearly illustrates the medical necessity of the client. This course covers medical necessity to support physical therapy tre... Read More
Geriatrics Professional Issues and Compliance
Diabetes in Adults: Current Guidelines and Evidence
July 29, 2021
This course gives us an overview of diabetes in adults, discusses current perspectives and guidelines, and addresses its significance in PT practice. It also looks at some of the current literature th... Read More
Acute Care Geriatrics Home Health Neurology Orthopedics Professional Issues and Compliance
Matching Products to Seating Needs
June 30, 2021
Once the wheelchair seating assessment has been completed and seating interventions considered, it is time to match specific client needs to product interventions. This course presents various categor... Read More
Assistive Technology Review Series: Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) Seating and Positioning, Wheelchair Mobility
Durable Medical Equipment for Activities of Daily Living
June 30, 2021
Clients who use wheelchair seating and mobility equipment often have other durable medical equipment (DME) needs, as well. Durable medical equipment is often used to assist activities of daily living... Read More
Seating and Positioning, Wheelchair Mobility
Dependent Mobility Intervention
June 30, 2021
Dependent mobility devices are not designed for self-propulsion. These include adaptive strollers, transport chairs, tilt in space manual wheelchairs, reclining manual wheelchairs, and standard manual... Read More
Assistive Technology Review Series: Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) Seating and Positioning, Wheelchair Mobility
FERPA: Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
June 10, 2021
Receive an overview of FERPA including practical advice regarding the regulation of FERPA by LEAs. Also learn ways in which this federal law affects your practice in service to schools. Read More
Pediatrics Professional Issues and Compliance
Wheelchair Seating: Considerations For The Prop Sitter
May 18, 2021
Wheelchair seating is designed to provide postural support and alignment, stability for function and mitigate pressure issues. This course will address assessment and intervention when working with a... Read More
Seating and Positioning, Wheelchair Mobility Review Series: Seating and Mobility Specialist (SMS)
Wheelchair Mobility: Ultralight Configuration And Propulsion
May 18, 2021
This course will present an appropriate configuration of ultralight manual wheelchairs to optimize self-propulsion efficiency. Increased efficiency decreases the risk of repetitive stress injuries and... Read More
Seating and Positioning, Wheelchair Mobility Review Series: Seating and Mobility Specialist (SMS)
Wheelchair Mobility: Power Add On Options And Use For Manual Wheelchairs
May 18, 2021
This course will present alternate manual wheelchair drive mechanisms, including non-powered and powered options to increase manual wheelchair efficiency and decrease pain and injury risk. These drive... Read More
Seating and Positioning, Wheelchair Mobility Review Series: Seating and Mobility Specialist (SMS)
A New Era: From EADLs to Alexa!
May 4, 2021
Electronic Aids to Daily Living provide an alternative means of controlling devices, primarily within the home environment, including audiovisual equipment, lighting, and thermostats. Advances in cons... Read More
Assistive Technology Review Series: Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) Home Health
Positioning for Function: The Trunk and Extremities
March 24, 2021
This course will present common trunk asymmetries seen in wheelchair seating with suggested strategies to address each challenge. Providing as neutral a trunk position as possible improves overall pos... Read More
Assistive Technology Review Series: Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) Seating and Positioning, Wheelchair Mobility Review Series: Seating and Mobility Specialist (SMS)
Tools to Optimize Quality Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care: Tackling Loneliness and Social Isolation
March 22, 2021
This session will review practical and cost-effective strategies care providers can implement to impact these areas. Following the framework of person-centered care, providers will hear about meaningf... Read More
Geriatrics
Power Wheelchair Advanced Features
March 22, 2021
Power wheelchairs do far more than drive – the driving method can be used to navigate and control other features including Reverse, Speeds, Power Seating, or an Interfaced Assistive Technology devic... Read More
Assistive Technology Review Series: Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) Seating and Positioning, Wheelchair Mobility Review Series: Seating and Mobility Specialist (SMS)
Work from Wherever: Ergonomic Tips for A Safe & Healthy Workstation Set Up at Home
November 18, 2020
Many individuals are moving to either full or part-time remote work environments and this can present a challenge in setting up an efficient and comfortable workstation. This course will address commo... Read More
Orthopedics
Geriatric Functional Performance Measures
October 9, 2020
Understanding function and how to address it are both essential to being good therapists and this is especially important as a component of therapy for older adults, those who are age 65 or more. As w... Read More
Geriatrics Orthopedics
Telehealth (Digital Practice) Implementation: Considerations and Road Map
October 6, 2020
You have most likely been introduced to telehealth over the past several months. The preferred term is now “digital practice” and it has evolved from a gradual implementation into medicine and reh... Read More
Dementia Management: Techniques for Staging and Intervention
October 1, 2020
Age-associated memory impairment often takes the form of memory lapses. Memories of personal information tend to survive in old age. However, individuals with age-associated memory impairment may expe... Read More
Geriatrics
Swell to Well: Wound Management for Clients Living with Lymphedema
September 21, 2020
This seminar will describe the anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system in relation to risks for developing wounds. This session will also focus on different types and stages of wounds commonly... Read More
Wound Care and Lymphedema