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Stroke, Electrical Stimulation, And Therapy
April 17, 2024
The use of electrical stimulation with individuals post-stroke will be discussed in this course. Background information about electrical stimulators, their use, and practical tips in the clinic will a... Read More
Hand, Upper Extremity, and Orthopedics Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome: Functional, Biomechanical, And Psychosocial Interventions
March 28, 2023
Functional, biomechanical, and psychosocial interventions for complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) will be discussed in this course, using case studies and best practices to help clients improve func... Read More
Hand, Upper Extremity, and Orthopedics Neurological and Physical Disabilities Pain Review Series: Hand and Upper Extremity
Client-Centered Occupational Therapy Pediatric Upper Extremity Treatment To Obtain Outcomes
October 11, 2022
Principles of client-centered care for the pediatric upper extremity patient, considering both the child and their parent, will be discussed in this course. It will discuss how to best involve the fam... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Hand, Upper Extremity, and Orthopedics Pediatrics Review Series: Hand and Upper Extremity
Understanding The Evidence For Therapeutic Extended Reality (XR) Podcast
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June 22, 2022
Evidence-based treatment strategies and techniques to provide an engaging, motivating, task-oriented, and salient experience providing the requisite use, repetition, and intensity of training for skil... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Continued Learning Podcast Gerontology and Aging Hand, Upper Extremity, and Orthopedics Neurological and Physical Disabilities Pain Pediatrics
Integrating Extended Reality (XR) With OT Practice Podcast
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May 3, 2022
Extended reality (XR) technologies and platforms and their support of ADLs and rehabilitation goals will be discussed in this course along with the facilitators and barriers of this treatment. This is... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Continued Learning Podcast Gerontology and Aging Hand, Upper Extremity, and Orthopedics Neurological and Physical Disabilities Pain Pediatrics
Joint Hypermobility Syndromes: Assessment and Intervention
March 11, 2022
This course will cover upper extremity assessment and treatment strategies for the pediatric/young adult population affected by joint hypermobility syndromes. The treatment focuses on both orthopedic... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Hand, Upper Extremity, and Orthopedics Neurological and Physical Disabilities Pediatrics Review Series: Hand and Upper Extremity
Post-Mastectomy and/or Axillary Node Dissection Rehabilitation Protocol
February 16, 2022
The purpose of this presentation is to offer Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, and patients a guide to confidently engage in treatment protocols specific to post-mastectomy and... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Hand, Upper Extremity, and Orthopedics Neurological and Physical Disabilities Review Series: Hand and Upper Extremity
Understanding Lymphedema: Anatomy, Pathophysiology and Treatment
August 4, 2021
Understanding lymphedema is an introductory course that will review the lymphatic system anatomy, pathophysiology, and indications/contraindications to treatment. At-risk individuals with types of can... Read More
Hand, Upper Extremity, and Orthopedics Pain
Upper Extremity Reconstructive Surgery for Tetraplegia: The Role of OT
August 3, 2021
This course reviews the role of reconstructive surgery post tetraplegia to restore UE function. Using lecture, empirical data, and case studies, we will explore options for surgical interventions, ant... Read More
Hand, Upper Extremity, and Orthopedics Neurological and Physical Disabilities Review Series: Hand and Upper Extremity
Post-Op Management of Thumb Arthroplasty: An Overview
July 28, 2021
Occupational therapy practitioners play an important role in educating clients on what to expect after surgery including guidance of post-operative therapy protocols and returning to function. This co... Read More
Hand, Upper Extremity, and Orthopedics Review Series: Hand and Upper Extremity
Scar Management for Therapists
April 14, 2021
This course is a review of scar biology and abnormal scar development, with a focus on those scars that may pose barriers to function. Information is provided on conservative care provided by OTs, inc... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Hand, Upper Extremity, and Orthopedics Review Series: Hand and Upper Extremity
An Upper Extremity Primer: Assessing Motion and Strength
January 11, 2021
This course will cover the assessment of upper extremity motion and strength in relation to the provision of UE rehabilitation. Read More
Hand, Upper Extremity, and Orthopedics
Therapeutic Modalities: Electrotherapy
November 4, 2020
Therapeutic modalities are often part of a comprehensive treatment use by therapists. This three-part series provides an evidence-based review of common modalities used by healthcare professionals. Pa... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Hand, Upper Extremity, and Orthopedics Neurological and Physical Disabilities Pain
Therapeutic Modalities: Ultrasound
October 22, 2020
Therapeutic modalities are often part of a comprehensive treatment use by therapists. This three-part series provides an evidence-based review of common modalities used by healthcare professionals. Pa... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Hand, Upper Extremity, and Orthopedics Neurological and Physical Disabilities Pain
Therapeutic Modalities: Cryotherapy and Thermotherapy
October 15, 2020
Therapeutic modalities are often part of a comprehensive treatment use by therapists. This three-part series provides an evidence-based review of common modalities used by healthcare professionals. Pa... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Hand, Upper Extremity, and Orthopedics Neurological and Physical Disabilities Pain
Swell to Well: Wound Management for Clients Living with Lymphedema
September 15, 2020
This seminar will describe the anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system in relation to risks for developing wounds. This session will also focus on different types and stages of wounds commonly... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Hand, Upper Extremity, and Orthopedics Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis and the OT Role
August 25, 2020
This course is meant to give an overview of juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Furthermore, the goal is to assist occupational therapists in understanding and treating children with this heterogeneous con... Read More
Hand, Upper Extremity, and Orthopedics Pain Pediatrics
Functional Electrical Stimulation for OTs: Principles and Application
April 15, 2020
This course will introduce the concepts associated with the use of electrical stimulation in functional treatments, including equipment and parameter selection and modification. Read More
Hand, Upper Extremity, and Orthopedics Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Acute Care Back to the Basics: Burn Care
March 19, 2020
Occupational therapists play a vital role in the management of upper extremity burn injuries for patients during their acute care stay. This course will focus on basic anatomy, burn classification, an... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Hand, Upper Extremity, and Orthopedics Virtual Conference: Acute Care Back to the Basics
Examination And Assessment For The Upper Extremity: Part 2
October 21, 2019
This is the second course in a 2-part series that will provide clinical assessment tools and guidelines to utilize in the treatment planning for the upper extremity involved population. This session w... Read More
Hand, Upper Extremity, and Orthopedics Review Series: Hand and Upper Extremity