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Assistive Device Use and Training Methods for the Older Adult

Course: #4156Level: Introductory 2 Hours 5991 Reviews
Recorded Webinar

This course will review current literature, definitions, and guidelines on various assistive device use for the older adult within physical therapy programming. We will review various assistive devices available and their benefits and proper use with a primary focus on ambulation aids. We will discuss training techniques, drawbacks, considerations, and safety methods when integrating these devices for use in the older adult. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA.

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Course Type: Recorded Webinar

CEUs/Hours Offered: AK/2.0; AL/2.0; AR/2.0; AZ/2.0; CA/2.0; CO/2.0; CT/2.0; DC/2.0; DE/2.0; FL/2.0; GA/2.0; HI/2.0; IA/2.0; IACET/0.2; ID/2.0; IL/2.0; IN/2.0; KS/2.0; KY/2.0 Category 2; MA/2.0; MD/0.2; ME/2.0; MI/2.0; MO/2.0; MS/2.0; MT/2.0; NC/2.0; ND/2.0; NE/2.0; NH/2.0; NY/2.0; OK/2.0; OR/2.0; PA/2.0; RI/2.0; SC/2.0; SD/2.0; TN/2.0; TX/2.0; UT/2.0; VA/2.0; VT/2.0; WA/2.0; WI/2.0; WY/2.0

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Learning Outcomes

  • checkmarkParticipants will be able to list at least two benefits in assistive device use in gait training.
  • checkmarkParticipants will be able to identify at least two drawbacks in assistive device use in gait training.
  • checkmarkParticipants will be able to list three examples of assistive devices that are appropriate for use in older adult clients.
  • checkmarkParticipants will be able to identify at least two appropriate assessment and sizing techniques when choosing a gait aid for an older adult.
  • checkmarkParticipants will be able to identify at least 2 appropriate training and cueing techniques for use in gait aids

Course created on August 18, 2021

Agenda

0-15 Minutes Background, review of learning outcomes
15-35 Minutes Education on the current status and progression of assistive device use with focus on older adult population and their role in safety
35-55 Minutes Review common assistive devices, their uses, and benefits versus drawbacks.
55-75 Minutes Discuss the impact of these assistive devices on gait mechanics in older adults and implications on function and safety.
75-90 Minutes Considerations when choosing appropriate and sizing an assistive device
90-115 Minutes Examples of training techniques
115-120 Minutes Summary, Q & A

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Presenter Disclosure: Financial: Kevin Cezat has received an honorarium for presenting this course. Non-financial: Kevin Cezat has no relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.

Sponsor Disclosure: This Course is presented by PhysicalTherapy.com, a Continued site.

Content Disclosure: This learning event does not focus exclusively on any specific product or service.

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Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy

This course is approved by the Arkansas Department of Health, State Board of Physical Therapy for 2.0 contact hours of continuing education.


California

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Washington D.C.

The District of Columbia Board of Physical Therapy (Board) has established that PhysicalTherapy.com is an approved continuing education provider for DC physical therapists and physical therapist assistants. Licensees must adhere to all other continuing education regulations of the Board, including those related to online courses and content.


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IL Physical Therapy Continuing Education Sponsor

PhysicalTherapy.com is approved by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation as a sponsor of continuing education for PTs/PTAs (Sponsor License #216000252). This course is offered for 2.0 hours (Introductory level).


KPTA

This course is offered for 2.0 hours (Introductory level, Category 2) by the Kentucky Physical Therapy Association (Provider #CS80-2024-APTAKY).


Maryland

This course has been approved by the Maryland State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for 0.2 CEUs.


New York

PhysicalTherapy.com is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider of physical therapy and physical therapist assistant continuing education.


Oklahoma

PhysicalTherapy.com is an Approved Provider by the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure & Supervision for Physical Therapists, PT CE Provider BAP202310006. This course is offered for 2.0 hours of continuing education for Oklahoma PTs/PTAs.


Texas Physical Therapy Association

This course is offered for 2.0 hours (Introductory level) by the Texas Physical Therapy Association. The assignment of Texas PT CCUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by TPTA or TBPTE. The Texas Physical Therapy Association (TPTA) administers the CCAP on behalf of the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners (Provider #2706033TX).



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