This course explores evidence-based approaches in stroke rehabilitation, with a focus on emerging areas such as vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) and virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR). Participants will learn current research, clinical application, and therapeutic approaches related to these interventions. Emphasis will be placed on integrating these innovative areas into client-centered, occupation-based practice to enhance motor recovery and neuroplasticity for optimal functional return.
Live Webinar
Thu, Jan 22, 2026 at 3:00 pm ESTUnder Review: AOTA/0.1 - Application has been made to the American Occupational Therapy Association's (AOTA's) Approved Provider Program.
Learning Outcomes
- After this course, participants will be able to describe the therapeutic principles of vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) and virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR) as evidence-based interventions in stroke rehabilitation.
- After this course, participants will be able to explain how vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) and virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR) support neuroplasticity and motor recovery within occupation-based therapeutic frameworks.
- After this course, participants will be able to identify key clinical considerations for integrating vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) and virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR) into client-centered occupational therapy treatment.
Agenda
| 0-5 Minutes | Introduction; Objectives |
| 5-20 Minutes | Vagus Nerve Simulation Explanation and Research Related to Stroke Rehabilitation |
| 20-40 Minutes | Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality Explanation and Research Related to Stroke Rehabilitation |
| 40-55 Minutes | Incorporation of Vagus Nerve Simulation, Virtual Reality, and Augmented Reality Within Occupational Therapy's Scope of Practice |
| 55-60 Minutes | Summary; Q&A |
Presented By
Tina Dimopoulos
OTD, OTR/L, CHT, STOTT PILATES® Certified Instructor for Mat and Reformer
Tina Dimopoulos, OTR/L, CHT, OTD is an occupational therapist with advanced training in both neurological and orthopedic rehabilitation. She earned her Bachelor's (2015), Master's (2016), and Doctorate (2017) in Occupational Therapy from the University of Southern California (USC). Tina completed her OTD clinical residency in outpatient neuro-rehab at Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center and became Neuro-IFRAH certified. She later earned her Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) credential in 2021 while working at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. By pursuing specialty areas in both orthopedics and neurology, Tina brings a comprehensive and robust approach to outpatient therapy. Tina currently operates her private practice, Pulse OT, and serves as an adjunct professor
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Financial: Tina Dimopoulos has received an honorarium for presenting this course. Non-financial: Tina Dimopoulos is the owner of Pulse OT, P.L.L.C.
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