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Ethics in Action - A Legal and Therapy Perspective
Presented by Charles C. Bratton, JD, L.L.M. II, Katie O'Shea, PT, DPT, MBA, GCS, CDP
Recorded WebinarAudio
Course: #5081Level: Introductory2 Hours
This 2-hour course will use a case-based approach of the RIPS model to identify ethical considerations as directly related to clinical practice. Therapists will learn to apply a framework to assist in the decision-making process in ethically challenging scenarios while maintaining the Code of Ethics and HIPAA regulations. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT and PTA.

Differential Diagnosis of Dizziness
Presented by John Heick, PT, PhD, DPT, OCS, NCS, SCS
Recorded Webinar
Course: #4009Level: Advanced2.5 Hours
Participants will be able to differentiate types of vestibular disorders that fit within our scope of practice and be able to determine when to treat, when to treat and refer, and when to refer a patient. Participants will be able to recognize those patients with common vestibular disorders and make appropriate clinical decisions for the management 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.

Wheelchair Positioning to Optimize Respiration
Presented by Michelle Lange, OTR/L, ABDA, ATP/SMS
Recorded WebinarText/Transcript
Course: #4891Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Wheelchair positioning is designed to provide postural support and alignment, pressure distribution, and stability for functional activities. Positioning can also be used to optimize respiration by facilitating an upright trunk and head and supporting the diaphragm. This course presents common positioning scenarios where respiration may be compromised and interventions to address these concerns.

Continuum of Care: Acute Leukemia Diagnosis to Bone Marrow Transplant
Presented by Scott Kramer, PT, DPT, Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Oncology Physical Therapy
Recorded Webinar
Course: #4007Level: Intermediate2 Hours
Learn about acute leukemia diagnosis, the importance of PT during treatment, how to prepare for bone marrow transplant (BMT), and discharging the hospital patient post-transplant. Discussion of evidence based outcome measures, treatment options, and ideas to best treat cancer patients are included in this course. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA.

Physical Therapists as Case Managers in Home Healthcare
Presented by Katie O'Shea, PT, DPT, MBA, GCS, CDP
Recorded Webinar
Course: #3982Level: Intermediate2 Hours
PDGM has changed the home health care world as we know it, from diagnosis to visit allotments to therapist overall involvement in care. PT’s are finding themselves more frequently as the case manager for an episode of care and learning what exactly that entails. This course will dive into the steps you need to take to maximize delivery of care, recognize opportunities to refer other disciplines into care, oversee other disciplines, and successfully communicate with the referral source while ensuring optimal patient care. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA.

Clinical Applications in Neurology: Parkinson's Disease and Parkinson's Plus
Presented by Mike Studer, PT, DPT, MHS, NCS, CEEAA, CWT, CSST, BFPCE, FAPTA
Recorded Webinar
Course: #3933Level: Advanced2 Hours
This course intends to help the emerging neurologic-focused therapist move from intermediate to advanced, within the scope of their license. Neurology for the non-neurologist’s PD, PD+, and movement disorder focus aims to improve your clinical acumen, examination, education, and intervention skills, within this complex myriad of conditions…or at least as much as we can cover in 2 hours! This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA.

Dependent Mobility Intervention
Presented by Michelle Lange, OTR/L, ABDA, ATP/SMS
Recorded WebinarAudioText/Transcript
Course: #4102Level: Introductory1 Hour
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 wheelchairs. For very small children, adaptive strollers are often required to meet positional and dependent mobility needs. Other dependent mobility bases, such as transport chairs and standard wheelchairs, are used for quick trips or for temporary use. Clients may also use a dependent mobility base as a backup to a power wheelchair. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA.

Augmented Mobility Intervention
Presented by Michelle Lange, OTR/L, ABDA, ATP/SMS
Recorded WebinarAudioText/Transcript
Course: #4107Level: Introductory1 Hour
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 prevent falls, increase mobility, and provide strengthening and dynamic weight-bearing. This course will systematically present each of these options with clinical indicators. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA.

Ergonomics: Don’t Let Patients Get Hurt at Work, Leverage Their Position!
Presented by Justin Jellin, PT, DPT
Recorded Webinar
Course: #4059Level: Introductory2 Hours
Many people work at a desk countless hours of the day overlooking correct ergonomics which results in numerous musculoskeletal disorders. In this course, you will not only learn how to properly assess ergonomics but gain an understanding of ergonomic equipment recommendations, therapeutic exercise interventions, and adjustments to help combat and resolve work-related musculoskeletal disorders. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA.

Matching Products to Seating Needs
Presented by Michelle Lange, OTR/L, ABDA, ATP/SMS
Recorded WebinarAudioText/Transcript
Course: #4099Level: Introductory1 Hour
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 categories of seating systems. Seating systems, whether linear, contoured, or molded, are comprised of primary support surfaces, secondary support components, and materials. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA.

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