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Clinical Applications Of Durable Medical Equipment For Activities Of Daily Living
Presented by Michelle Lange, OTR/L, ATP/SMS
Live WebinarThu, Aug 6, 2026 at 3:00 pm EDT
Course: #7155Level: Introductory1 Hour
Clients who use wheelchair seating and mobility equipment often have other durable medical equipment (DME) needs, as well. Durable medical equipment is typically used to assist activities of daily living and so clinicians are an active participant in selecting the appropriate equipment for a client’s needs. This course will address bath/shower equipment, toileting equipment, patient lifts, and adaptive car seats.

Managing Traumatic Brain Injury Through The Rancho Los Amigos Levels Of Cognitive Function
Presented by Christina Voigtmann, PT, DPT, NCS
Video
Course: #7072Level: Introductory2 Hours
This course will describe the Ranchos Los Amigos levels of cognitive function and how these may impact therapy interventions in each stage. Clinical strategies to help manage behaviors will be delineated along with progressions of therapeutic intervention to support function as individuals progress through the various stages of recovery from brain injury.

Evidence-Based Management of Patients On GLP-1 Therapy: An OT Perspective
Presented by Scott Cheatham, PhD, DPT, OCS, ATC, CSCS
Live WebinarTue, Aug 18, 2026 at 12:00 pm EDT
Course: #7060Level: Intermediate1 Hour
The GLP-1 medications have become a popular treatment for individuals with type II diabetes or obesity. Healthcare professionals needs to understand these medications including the benefits, adverse effects, and contraindications. For some individuals, these medications can have consequence such as loss of lean mass loss which can affect their function, health, and longevity. This presentation will provide an evidence-based update of this topic as it applies to the occupational therapy practitioner.

Tracheostomy Fundamentals For Interprofessional Healthcare Providers
Presented by Carmin Bartow, MS, CCC-SLP
Live WebinarThu, Aug 20, 2026 at 3:00 pm EDT
Course: #7058Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This course provides healthcare professionals with a practical foundation in tracheostomy management. Content includes upper airway anatomy and physiology, physiologic changes associated with tracheostomy, tracheostomy tube types and components, and key aspects of care such as cuff management, humidification, secretion management, speaking valves, and safety considerations. This course is designed for an interprofessional audience and emphasizes collaborative strategies to support safe, coordinated care for patients with tracheostomy across settings.

OT Interventions For Higher Ed Neurodivergent Students
Presented by Christopher Edwards, OTR, OTD
Video
Course: #7094Level: Introductory1 Hour
In this introductory course, we will explore the barriers facing neurodivergent-identifying individuals in postsecondary education and how to leverage our expertise as occupational therapists to help neurodivergent-identifying individuals access available resources to improve postsecondary outcomes.

Hypermobility In The Pediatric Population
Presented by Jesse Miller, MS, OTR/L
Video
Course: #7114Level: Introductory1 Hour
This course will focus on providing education on the topic of joint hypermobility in the pediatric population. It will cover how patients may present, diagnostic criteria focused on the Beighton scale, potential comorbidities, and techniques for practitioners to implement into their treatment strategies to best support these patients. We will briefly discuss the differences in the diagnostic criteria between pediatrics and adults which will provide information to the practitioners on how to support these patients throughout the lifespan.

Maximizing Aquatic Equipment: Tools Of The Trade For OT And PT
Presented by Andrea Salzman, MS, PT
Live WebinarTue, Sep 1, 2026 at 6:00 pm EDT
Course: #7166Level: Intermediate2 Hours
This course examines clinical decision-making related to the selection, application, and progression of aquatic therapy equipment across rehabilitation populations and age groups. Content focuses on how commonly used tools—such as flotation devices, resistance equipment, mats, boards, and pool jets—alter support, resistance, instability, and sensory input to influence posture, balance, gait, and strength training. Participants will explore how aquatic equipment can be intentionally dosed and progressed to support therapeutic goals while maintaining patient safety and meaningful transfer to land-based interventions. This course was designed for an interprofessional audience.

Neuro-Affirming Approaches: Best Practices In Supporting Autistic Clients Who Have Experienced Trauma
Presented by Christina Marsack-Topolewski, PhD, LMSW
Video
Course: #7109Level: Introductory1 Hour
Individuals with autism have an increased tendency to experience trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder compared with the general population. For those with autism, experiences with trauma may be different, and processing and treating trauma may also require an added layer of specialized support. This webinar discusses trauma experiences, as well as trauma expressions and responses among individuals with autism.

Building Relationships Beyond The Diagnosis: Words And Actions Matter In Caring For Those Living With Dementia
Presented by Laurie Walther, MS, CCC-SLP
Video
Course: #7120Level: Introductory1 Hour
This course focuses on building relationships with those living with dementia and understanding how when we make small shifts through effective communication techniques, we can promote positive interactions. The course provides emphasis on research to support utilizing skills and appropriate words and actions to enhance one’s quality of life and designed for an interprofessional audience.

Effective Partnering In Dementia Care: Reframing Behaviors
Presented by Laurie Walther, MS, CCC-SLP
Video
Course: #7121Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This course re-evaluates the common perception of “challenging behaviors” in those living with dementia by exploring root causes through a compassionate and an investigative lens. Participants will learn practical strategies and skills to support care provision, strengthen connections, and maximize positive outcomes for ADLs and meaningful occupation. This course is designed for an interprofessional audience.

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