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An Overview of Shockwave Technologies: Treatment Guidelines, Indications, and Contraindications, in partnership with Enovis™
Presented by Mark Callanen, PT, DPT, OCS
Live WebinarWed, Jan 22, 2025 at 2:00 pm EST
Course: #5147Level: Intermediate2 Hours
This course provides an overview of shockwave technologies, differentiating and comparing focused shockwave and radial pressure wave technologies. It covers evidence-based treatment recommendations along with general indications and contraindications.

Advances in Recovery: A Muscle Centric Approach
Presented by Adam Cady, MHS, ATC, CSCS, PA-C
Recorded Webinar
Course: #5135Level: Advanced1 Hour
This lecture explores current evidence on muscle-centric interventions aimed at optimizing recovery after injury and surgery, including sleep science, peri-operative and peri-injury nutrition, enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocols, and novel imaging techniques. Attendees will gain strategies to critically appraise the validity of emerging technologies and interventions, ensuring evidence-based integration into clinical practice.

Prehabilitation for THR: Evidence-Based Tips and Tricks for the PT and OT Provider
Presented by Andrea Salzman, MS, PT
Live WebinarFri, Feb 7, 2025 at 12:00 pm EST
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.

Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction Made Simple: A Practical Primer on Evaluation and Treatment
Presented by Samuel Park, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, CMTPT, Abigail Nowakowski, PT, DPT
Recorded Webinar
Course: #5097Level: Introductory1.5 Hours
Evaluating and treating temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD) can be intimidating for many rehab professionals. This course is designed to simplify the evaluation and treatment process, providing a practical primer that maximizes patient outcomes for those who may be unfamiliar or uncomfortable with TMD.

Beyond Childhood: Supporting Lifelong Mobility for Adults with Cerebral Palsy
Presented by Britta Schwartzhoff, PT, DPT, ATP/SMS
Live WebinarWed, Mar 5, 2025 at 6:00 pm EST
Course: #5161Level: Introductory2 Hours
Cerebral palsy, though not considered a progressive diagnosis itself, often leads to secondary health issues in adulthood that can impact mobility and necessitate adjustments or transitions in equipment needs. This course examines these changes, provides considerations on mobility equipment recommendations using the ICF framework, and reviews Medicare coverage criteria for informed decision-making.

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.

Preventing and Recognizing Opioid Abuse in Athletes by the Healthcare Professional
Presented by John Boudreaux, EdD, PT, LAT, ATC, SCS
Recorded WebinarAudio
Course: #4876Level: Introductory1 Hour
Opioid abuse is one of the leading causes of death and non-accidental trauma among adults in the United States. The economic burden, including healthcare costs, addiction treatment, lost productivity, and criminal involvement of prescription opioid misuse, in the United States continues to rise. Healthcare providers need to be cognizant of the various community stakeholders to recognize opioid abuse and recognize potential abuse. Healthcare professionals can promote safe opioid use and prevent abuse by assisting and helping patients manage associated pain related to their injuries, which is critical to the well-being of student-athletes. The instructor will provide an overarching review of the literature as it pertains to prescription opioid use to allow the participant to recognize the risks and signs of opioid abuse, addiction, and diversion.

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.

Diagnostic Imaging for Healthcare Providers
Presented by Robert McCabe, DPT, SCS, OCS, CSCS, MTC
Recorded Webinar
Course: #5087Level: Advanced3 Hours
This course covers key principles and interpretation of diagnostic imaging modalities as they apply to all healthcare providers with imaging privileges or those interested in gaining further knowledge in this field. The emphasis is on the physics of the imaging technique, viewing and interpreting films, radiographic anatomy, and clinical correlation with patient cases. Specific types of imaging, including x-rays, scintigraphy, ultrasonography, magnetic resonance imaging, MR arthrography, CT, and computed tomography, are discussed.

Understanding Lyme Disease: A PT's Guide to Differential Diagnosis and Treatment Best Practices
Presented by Christopher Voltmer, PT, DPT, PhD, NCS
Recorded Webinar
Course: #5096Level: Intermediate2 Hours
Given the role of physical therapists as the providers of choice for many conditions that can mimic Lyme disease, this session helps practitioners rule out Lyme as the most likely source of symptoms, guiding clinical decision-making. Treatment of acute and post-treatment Lyme disease syndrome is discussed based on the most recent evidence.

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