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Pharmacology for Heart Failure and COPD: Implications for Physical Therapy
Presented by Melissa Bednarek, PT, DPT, PhD, CCS
Live WebinarFri, Feb 28, 2025 at 12:00 pm EST
Course: #5175Level: Intermediate2 Hours
Heart failure (HF) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are two chronic conditions for which medications and physical therapy are important parts of treatment. Thus, therapists across the healthcare continuum need to appreciate the indications, mechanism of action, side effects, and implications for physical therapy for the various medication classes for HF and COPD.

Prehabilitation for THR: Evidence-Based Tips and Tricks for the PT and OT Provider
Presented by Andrea Salzman, MS, PT
Recorded Webinar
Course: #5153Level: Introductory2 Hours
Discover the transformative power of prehabilitation in optimizing outcomes for total hip replacement (THR) patients. This evidence-based webinar provides practical tips and innovative strategies for physical and occupational therapy providers to enhance strength, mobility, and functional independence before surgery. Learn how targeted prehab programs reduce recovery times, improve patient confidence, and address individual needs effectively. Equip yourself with actionable tools to elevate your practice and help patients thrive post-THR.

Prehabilitation for TKR: Evidence-Based Tips and Tricks for the PT and OT Provider
Presented by Andrea Salzman, MS, PT
Live WebinarFri, Mar 14, 2025 at 12:00 pm EDT
Course: #5154Level: Introductory2 Hours
Discover the transformative power of prehabilitation in optimizing outcomes for total knee replacement (TKR) patients. This evidence-based webinar provides practical tips and innovative strategies forphysical and occupational therapy providers to enhance strength, mobility, and functional independence before surgery. Learn how targeted prehab programs can reduce recovery times, improve patient confidence, and address individual needs effectively. Equip yourself with actionable tools to elevate your practice and help your patients thrive post-TKR.

Creating a "Sensory Safe" Evacuation Plan
Presented by Kathryn Hamlin-Pacheco, MS, OTR/L
Live WebinarWed, Mar 19, 2025 at 2:00 pm EDT
Course: #5179Level: Intermediate1 Hour
As the risk of natural disasters continues to rise and threaten the well-being of all people, individuals with Sensory Processing Disorders face specific challenges that may impede their ability to evacuate to safety. This course provides clinicians with an in-depth look at these challenges and the tools needed to help clients develop a "Sensory-Safe" evacuation plan.

Novel Ways to Use the Literature to Stimulate Treatment Ideas for the Patient with Dementia: PT and OT Applications
Presented by Andrea Salzman, MS, PT
Recorded Webinar
Course: #5123Level: Advanced2 Hours
This presentation provides therapists with creative strategies inspired by recent research to enhance the care of dementia patients. PT and OT providers will discover how to leverage the latest findings to develop innovative, effective treatment plans tailored to these patients' cognitive and physical needs. The session will offer practical insights and applications to improve therapeutic outcomes in dementia care.

Re-Imagining PT and OT Assessments as Targeted Treatment Tools: Adult Applications: Part 2
Presented by Andrea Salzman, MS, PT
Recorded Webinar
Course: #5115Level: Advanced2 Hours
This is Part 2 of a two-part series for therapists who work with adults. This presentation will explore innovative ways to transform common assessment tools into structured and progressive treatment programs for physical and occupational therapy providers. Attendees will learn how to utilize various standardized tests to design effective and individualized exercise programs, enhancing patient outcomes. The session will cover practical applications of these tools, focusing on integrating assessment results into treatment planning and execution.

Strategic Application of Group and Concurrent Therapy in Long-Term Care
Presented by Kevin Cezat, PT, DPT, GCS, RAC-CT
Recorded WebinarAudioText/Transcript
Course: #5060Level: Introductory2 Hours
This course will explore the implementation and current regulation of group and concurrent interventions in long-term care. We will discuss overcoming common barriers and best practice guidance to develop techniques to maximize patient outcomes.

Mastering Quality Measures: Navigating LTC Regulations for Rehab Success
Presented by Kevin Cezat, PT, DPT, GCS, RAC-CT
Live WebinarFri, May 30, 2025 at 10:00 am EDT
Course: #5149Level: Intermediate2 Hours
This course provides rehab professionals with a comprehensive understanding of quality measures, how they are calculated, and their impact on regulatory compliance in long-term care (LTC) settings. Attendees will learn strategies to align therapy practices with quality benchmarks, optimize outcomes, and support facility success under evolving reimbursement models.

Re-Imagining PT and OT Assessments as Targeted Treatment Tools: Adult Applications, Part 1
Presented by Andrea Salzman, MS, PT
Recorded Webinar
Course: #5090Level: Advanced2 Hours
This presentation explores innovative ways to transform common assessment tools into structured and progressive treatment programs for physical and occupational therapy providers. Attendees learn how to utilize various standardized tests to design effective and individualized exercise programs, enhancing patient outcomes. The session covers practical applications of these tools, focusing on integrating assessment results into treatment planning and execution.

Reducing Rehospitalization in Congestive Heart Failure Patients: PT and OT Applications
Presented by Andrea Salzman, MS, PT
Recorded Webinar
Course: #5089Level: Advanced2 Hours
This presentation examines strategies used by occupational and physical therapists to decrease readmission rates in patients with congestive heart failure (CHF). The session covers evidence-based interventions, survey findings from practicing therapists, and the collaborative roles of OT and PT in managing CHF. Attendees gain insights into effective practices, patient education techniques, and multidisciplinary approaches to improve patient outcomes and reduce rehospitalization.

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