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Course Description

This forum will discuss the clinical reasoning behind each electrode placement for VitalStim® Therapy. Each placement will be discussed with a description of the anatomical targets, and muscle dysfunction addressed. Case studies will be presented to demonstrate clinical reasoning for placement choice and therapy progression..

NOTE: Participants must be Certified VitalStim Providers.
Disclosure: This course will only cover information that pertains to the effective and safe use of VitalStim

Course Requirements:
  • Computer with internet and working speakers/sound are required for this course.
  • Course must be completed within 30 days of activation (activate course within 6 months of purchase).
  • An online multiple-choice quiz (80% passing score) and submission of an online evaluation form are required for successful completion.
  • A certificate of completion will be available to print immediately after course is successfully completed.
  • SLPs - ASHA CEUs may be obtained by completing the online ASHA form and checking the "Report to ASHA" box.

AOTA Classification Codes
Domain of OT: Performance Skills, Performance Patterns
OT Process: Evaluation

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Demonstrate an understanding for each electrode placement in the VitalStim Therapy protocol.
  • Make effective clinical decisions for placement of electrodes and rationale.
  • Effectively problem solve for treatment progression.

Mary Nylin

M.A. CCC-SLP

Mary is the former Senior Clinical Specialist in the VitalStim Division for Chattanooga Group supporting and educating physician groups, administrators and SLPs on Dysphagia management and the implementation of Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation in Dysphagia therapy. This role also included active work with research, education, and new product development. Mary is one of a select few Certified VitalStim Instructors. She has taught over 300 courses in dysphagia and MBS interpretation. She previously worked at Baptist Memorial Hospital Rehabilitation in the Inpatient, Outpatient and Pediatric departments. Mary was instrumental in developing the Dysphagia program in the outpatient department and the speech department of the Pediatric Rehab. She serves as a knowledgeable resource in Dysphagia to therapists around the country.

Financial Disclosure: Mary receives honoraria from CIAO Seminars for the presentation of her live courses and royalties for the purchase of her recorded courses.
Non-Financial Disclosure: Mary uses VitalStim Therapy in her clinical practice.

60 Minutes
Clinical Reasoning for Electrode Placements
40 Minutes
Case Studies
20 Minutes
Question and Answer
2.0 Hours
Total

Contact hours pre-approved for:

  • 2.0 Hours
  • CIAO is an ASHA Approved Provider #AAWA (0.2 ASHA CEUs) bubble sheet required
  • CIAO is an AOTA Approved Provider #4119 (0.2 AOTA CEUs)
  • This course meets PDU requirements for NBCOT (0.2 PDUs)
  • As an IACET Accredited Provider, CIAO offers CEUs for its programs that qualify under the ANSI/IACET Standard
  • CIAO is authorized by IACET to offer 0.2 CEUs for this program

Contact hours applied for:

  • OT/COTAs in CA

The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.


This course is offered for 0.2 ASHA CEUs (Intermediate level, Professional area)


CIAO is recognized on the NBCOT Provider Registry (meets PDU requirements for NBCOT)


CIAO is accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET). CIAO complies with the ANSI/IACET Standard, which is recognized internationally as a standard of excellence in instructional practices. As a result of this accreditation, CIAO is accredited to issue the IACET CEU.


Reviews

"I found this useful. Thank you!"

- Dallas, TX / Oct 2019

"great refresher course"

- Lake View, NY / Dec 2018

"Excellent presentation, however, overall rate of verbal presentation is a bit fast."

- Highland, IN / Nov 2018

"Great update for my placements."

- Auburn, AL / Dec 2017

"This was VERY helpful. I wish I had had this knowledge and tips much sooner!!"

- Wamego, KS / Apr 2016

"tough one....great info. love the way Mary explains things. great instructor"

- Oldsmar, FL / Jan 2014

"Great course!"

- Muncie, IN / Dec 2013

"Presenter was excellent with obvious skilled knowledge of subject and a great ability to instruct clearly. I would like to go back and listen to portions again."

- Summerfield, NC / Feb 2013