CEU Courses for PTs

Evidence-informed patient-centered care requires that home health physical therapists set achievable goals by avoiding the underdosing of exercise intensity for older adults. Patient-specific approaches to exercise prescriptions are cost-effective in reducing re-hospitalizations and promoting an early return to functional activities. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA.

This presentation introduces the condition termed Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) and explains its pathophysiology. It discusses subclinical disordered eating behaviors among athletes, and how those behaviors lead to the development of RED-S. Participants will learn how to prevent, identify, and treat athletes with RED-S. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and athletic training and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA and AT.

The purpose of this presentation is to offer physical therapists and patients a guide to confidently engage in treatment protocols specific to post mastectomy and/or axillary node dissection. This educational guide covers range of motion exercises; self-care/ADL’s; energy conservation and cancer-related fatigue; outcomes measures to include in evaluation; as well as warning signs to prevent infection, lymphedema, and contractures. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA.

Are you feeling pressure in your home health practice to discharge patients quickly? Do you have a high cancellation/no-show rate in your outpatient practice due to transportation/accessibility issues? The answer to both of these dilemmas may be Mobile PT. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA.

This course will focus on the most common spinal surgeries for the cervical and lumbar spine. Topics that will be covered will include prehab, common surgeries, and evidence for rehabilitation of these patients. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and athletic training and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA and AT.

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 increase propulsion efficiency and reduce the risk of repetitive stress injury.

Learn about LGBTQIA+ health disparities, demographics, and terminology, as well as key strategies for bringing high-quality care to LGBTQIA+ people at health centers and other health care organizations. Learn about inclusive and effective communication with LGBTQIA+ patients.

This course will review the most applicable outcome measures for stroke clients and how to administer them. Furthermore, we will discuss ways to set your clinic up for success and review current literature to discover prognostic values and indicators using these outcome measures.This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA.

Participants will be able to differentiate the most common conditions that contribute to lower extremity pain in runners. This course will highlight conditions caused by multiple systems and common orthopedic conditions that must be considered in runners using the evidence as our guide. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and athletic training and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA and AT.

This course will review and include treatment strategies for clients with motor complete tetraplegia and paraplegia including a breakdown of mobility skills, balance, strength training. This course will include a review of current evidence and specific interventions for acute and subacute that can be carried over to clinical practice. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA.