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    Utilizing Neuroplasticity to Improve Pediatric Motor Control

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    • Physical Therapist
    • Certified Occupational Therapy Asst
    • Occupational Therapist
    • Physical Therapy Asst
    • Speech Language Pathologist
    • Speech Language Pathology Asst
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Course Description

Researchers estimate that 15%, or 49 million, Americans are formally diagnosed with some delay annually, and these patients are coming to us with increasingly complex issues. In the fast-paced systems we operate within, the clinician must be able to prioritize treatments for optimal outcomes. In addition, a large body of research is emerging that promotes using a multi-sensory approach to modulate the nervous system’s response to create change. This course combines the latest motor learning concepts with manual tools and modalities to promote change. The essential role of functional nutrition/hydration and its impact on reducing chronic health conditions in pediatric patients will be explored. Relevant parental instructional strategies to increase follow-through of recommendations will be discussed to improve practice within daily life. Promoting a holistic treatment approach that encourages healing from the inside out is essential for every relevant healthcare professional! Participants will be guided through a user-friendly framework to screen across body structures and systems. The screen directs clinicians through a multisystem assessment to identify the primary system impacting function. Therapists will use that information to guide interventions/stimulus options to promote meaningful participation. Vibration therapy has been used to treat a vast range of comorbidities associated with diagnoses of Cerebral Palsy, Duchene Muscular Dystrophy, Down Syndrome, and more. Even a single treatment can improve function! Shake it up by learning how to promote function in your clients through these cost-effective, evidence-based strategies using focal and whole-body vibration! Participants will engage in labs to practice using assessment and somatic cues to rewire the body-brain connection. You will leave knowing how to prioritize strategic interventions to improve patient outcomes! Lab Notice: Please dress in lab-appropriate clothing. We will discuss and practice each evaluation and treatment technique. Please bring a yoga mat, towel, and tape measure for labs.

COURSE LEVEL: Introductory

ATTENDANCE:

  1. Attend as part of the LIVE STUDIO AUDIENCE in Gulf Breeze, Florida - Studio audience seats are limited - so register today!
  2. Attend via LIVE STREAM from anywhere around the world. Live stream participants will login to access the event from their computer.

NOTE:

  • This live event is streamed in real time.
  • Course agenda is in Central time, please adjust for your time zone
  • Registrants who attend the live broadcast will be able to interact with instructor.
  • All registrants will have access to the broadcast recording for 14 days.
  • A group may view the course together, however each attendee must be individually registered in order to receive CE credit.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Attend/view entire course
  • Pass multiple choice quiz (80% min score)
  • Complete online course evaluation

CEUs:

  • SLPs - this course is registered with ASHA as Blended Learning. ASHA CEUs may be earned by attending live, viewing the recording, or a combination of both.
  • OTs - Participants who need live hours for state license renewal must attend in real time yet, will still have access to the recording for 14 days.
  • PTs - Participants who need live hours for state license renewal must attend in real time yet, will still have access to the recording for 14 days.
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Course Objectives

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

  • Apply contemporary concepts of motor learning to treatment applications (application)
  • Understand the components of whole body vibration (foundational)
  • Describe the components of the core and how each impacts postural control, as well as treatment strategies to improve respiration and postural control (foundational/application)
  • Identify components impairing function through a screening tool, which will be prioritized and targeted for intervention (integration)
  • Understand key concepts of the integumentary system and its relationship to motor learning and posture (integration)
  • Integrate whole-body vibration in the school setting across patient problems (application)
  • Know how to integrate parents/caregivers into the process of rehabilitation at home, including nutrition (human dimension)

Elizabeth Harvey

PT, DPT, MSR, CKTI

Dr. Elizabeth G. Harvey is a nationally Board-Certified Specialist in Pediatric Physical Therapy who brings 20 years of clinical expertise to the table. She specializes in treating patients with complex neurological and orthopedic challenges.



Dr. Harvey is sought after due to her holistic approach that includes manual techniques, therapeutic tapings, electrical stimulation, photo therapy, and focal and whole-body vibration.
Learning is a passion - her motto is “ever onward!” She is currently pursuing a DHSc degree with a Certificate in Higher Education from the University of Indianapolis. Go Greyhounds!
Dr. Harvey is involved in local and international humanitarian efforts to promote wellness and disease prevention from Kenya to South America. She is the mother of three boys and owner and director of ABC Therapies LLC in South Carolina.



Financial Disclosure Elizabeth receives honoraria from CIAO for the presentation of her live courses and royalties for the sale of her online courses.
Non-Financial Disclosure: There are no non-financial relationships to disclose.

Live Stream is 30 minute lunch

Day 1

08:00 - 08:20
Introduction of instructor and have paired participants introduce one another (setting, general caseload), Learning Objective Review/Suggestions
08:20 - 08:30
WHO ICF Guidelines Review, Introduce RPMS screen
08:30 - 09:00
Lecture on Anatomy/Physiology of Nervous System
09:00 - 09:20
Breathing pattern and Rib cage mobility assessment review, treatment (rib mobilizations)
09:20 - 09:50
Respiratory System: Rib cage development, postural control
09:50 - 10:05
Break
10:05 - 10:30
Breathing pattern and Rib cage mobility assessment review, treatment (rib mobilizations)
10:30 - 11:00
Respiratory Lab
11:00 - 11:30
Posture Lecture (tonic/phasic muscle groups, chronic positioning, evaluation
11:30 - 12:00
Postural Assessment/treatment Lab
12:00 - 12:30
Lunch
12:30 - 01:00
Movement Systems: Motor Learning Whole Body Vibration
01:00 - 01:45
Whole Body Vibration
01:45 - 02:00
Break
02:00 - 02:30
Nutrition: impact on function, chronic disease, gut health, hydration (pre op recommendations) Parent Engagement
02:30 - 03:00
CASE STUDIES: RPMS screening
03:00 - 03:15
Post Test, Course Evals and Wrap Up

Delivery VIA:

  • Live Stream - This course is live streamed from the CIAO Studios. 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:

  • 6 Hours
  • CIAO is an ASHA Approved Provider (0.6 ASHA CEUs)
  • ASHA CE Provider Approval and use of the Brand Block does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedures.
  • This course meets PDU requirements for NBCOT (6 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 Texas Board of PT Examiners Accredited Prov #2802009TX
  • This activity meets continuing competence requirements for PT/PTA license renewal in TX
  • The assignment of Texas PT CCUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products or clinical procedures by TPTA or TBPTE
  • CIAO is a Rule Approved Provider for the Florida Board of Physical Therapy
  • CIAO is an Approved Provider for the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy
  • Approved for:
  • 6 Hrs. PT/PTAs in IL, TX (TX 6 CCUs, APTA#2802009TX)
  • 7 Hrs. OT/COTAs, PT/PTAs in FL (CE Broker #20-xxxxxxx)
  • 7.2 Hrs. PT/PTAs in NY
  • 6 Hrs. Registered with CEBroker for OT/COTAs in AL, AZ, GA, LA, MS, SC, TN
  • X.X Hrs. Registered with CEBroker for PT/PTAs in AR, AZ, GA, OK, SC, V.I

Course meets requirements for:

  • PT/PTAs in AL, AK, AZ, AR, CO, CT, DC, DE, GA, HI, ID, IN, IA, KS, KY, ME, MD, MA, MI, MO, MT,
  • PT/PTAs in NE, NH, NC, ND, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, UT, VT, VA, WA, WI, WY
  • OT/COTAs in AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, LA, KS, KY, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT,
  • OT/COTAs in NE, NV, NH, NJ, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

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


    Introductory Level
    0.6 ASHA CEUs


    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.


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