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    Integrating Motion and Wellness Expertise in Modern Rehab Practice Module A

    December 16

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    • Certified Occupational Therapy Asst
    • Physical Therapist
    • Physical Therapy Asst
    • Occupational Therapist
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Course Description

There are two ways to participate in this live event, as either part of the live studio audience in Gulf Breeze, Florida or via live stream around the world. Live stream participants will receive instructions in the confirmation e-mail on how to access the event from their computer and interact with the instructor. Studio audience seats are limited - so register now! Please contact our office if you have any questions. 850-916-8886.
Course begins: 9:00 AM Central (10:00 AM Eastern; 7:00 AM Pacific)

This stand-alone course will present a new, innovative and simple approach to examine movement and objectively assess and score movement utilizing the trademarked tool The Human Movement Wheel of Life TM. The Movement Wheel can be used to quickly and simply assess functional limitations, it guides movement prescription in a visual color-coded manner and is highly applicable in all rehab settings. Those registering for the course can visit www.fmitool.com to experience the wheel for themself, pre-screen their movement ability and get their own Functional Movement Index score. The FMI tool brings an objective and simple approach to optimizing movement and wellness and it embraces strong scientific-based practice and Eastern movement wisdom. This course will cover specific topics such as:
  • "Movement is the most powerful medicine known to man. The catch: Only when applied skillfully and daily"
  • Discover the functionality of the Human Movement Wheel of Life TM
  • The eight-key upright Body Position movement skills
  • The eight-key upright Walking & Moving Around movement skills
  • The eight-key bio motor abilities to move effortless across the aging lifespan
  • How to identity and grade functional movement limitations using the FMI tool at a beginner level
  • How to formulate movement prescription using the FMI tool - A Case study

    AOTA Classification Codes
    Domain of OT: Performance Skills, Activity Demands, Client Factors

Course Objectives

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

  • Explain the history, rational and design behind the "Movement Wheel"TM
  • Explain the difference between the traditional rehab “treatment” philosophies and future wholistic “teachings” rehab approaches
  • List the 16 key movement skills of the wheel & its key evidence-based principle
  • List the 6 key components that define the ability to move effortlessly
  • Compare motion and wellness rehab approach to APTA/AOTA expectations for movement & wellness practitioners

Volkert deWeijer

PT, DPT, MScPT, MTC, STC, CSCS, HLC

Dr. de Weijer is a faculty clinician at Nova Southeastern University’s Ziff Health Care Center. He received his BScPT from Hogeschool van Amsterdam in Holland and his MScPT and DPT from the University of St. Augustine of Health Sciences. He is certified in Manual Therapy (MTC), Sports Therapy (STC), as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and Holistic Lifestyle Coach (HLC) from the CHEK Institute. Dr. de Weijer has been published in the Journal of Orthopedic & Sports Physical Therapy. As a true clinician, he understands the daily challenges faced in the clinic. Dr. de Weijer has over 15 years experience working with patients with Parkinsons disease. He has developed a holistic health point of view in patient care based on outcome success.

Day 1

08:00 - 08:30
Intro to the MWI Elite Educational Curriculum Path & Pre-Test
08:30 - 09:30
The Evolving “Mindset” Warm Up (whole person perspective, IWR System, Evidence Informed Practice)
09:30 - 10:30
MWI Thesis: Traditional “Physical” Therapy is Trapped in its Infancy
10:30 - 10:45
Break
10:45 - 12:00
A Dissection of the IWR SystemTM 4 steps
12:00 - 12:15
Break
12:15 - 01:00
Putting it All Together

Delivery VIA:

  • Live Stream - This course is offered from our Live Stream studio. Watch and interact with the instructor from wherever you are or join us as part of the studio audience in sunny Gulf Breeze, FL. Included with each Live Stream registration is access to the course recording for the 14 days immediately following the broadcast.

Contact hours pre-approved for:

  • 4.5 Hours (0.45 CEUs)
  • CIAO is an AOTA Approved Provider #4119 (OT/COTAs)
  • This course meets PDU Requirements for NBCOT (4.5 PDUs)
  • CIAO is an Illinois Approved Provider for PT/PTA Continuing Education
  • CIAO is recognized as an Approved Provider for PT/PTAs by the NYSE Dept State Board for PT
  • This activity is provided by the TBPTE Accredited Prov.#1602009
  • This activity meets the continuing competence requirements for PT/PTA license renewal in TX
  • 4.5 Hrs PT/PTAs in CA (CERS #17-30430-1), IL, KY (CS104-2017-KPTA), LA, MN (#0461), MS, NM, NY, OH (#17S6449),
  • 4.5 Hrs PT/PTAs in NJ (#1709-172), NV, TN (TPTA#2017-474), TX (4.5 CCUs), WV (CIAO-F17-03)
  • 4.5 Hrs. OT/COTAs in FL (CE Broker #20-589133)

Contact hours applied for:

  • PT/PTAs in AR, FL, MD, OK

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


CIAO Automatically reports to CE Broker for Florida Occupational and Physical Therapists and Assistants. Florida SLPs can either use the ASHA CE Participant Form (Bubble Sheet) or self-submit through CE Broker.


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


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