Instructor: Jodie Dacy, M.S. CCC-SLP, NDC

Anatomy and Physiology are foundational for success with the implementation of NMES for dysphagia. This course will provide a much-needed overview of the nerves and the muscles they innervate for successful dysphagia therapy. Through this interactive session, participants will walk away with a refreshed knowledge of the entire swallow process. See full course description here

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 verification of completion 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.

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Instructor: Jodie Dacy, M.S. CCC-SLP, NDC

Complicated Cases or Pathologies can be a challenge to determine the course of action. Several adult patients will be presented in this course as a guide to assist with the implementation of appropriate clinical treatment to discharge. Be prepared to walk away with knowing how to utilize the swallowing assessment tool in conjunction with the impairment model with the electrode placement guide to prioritize, plan and adjust a successful Dysphagia Therapy including the use of NMES. See full course description here

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 verification of completion 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.

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Instructor: Tom Holland, PhD, PT

This brief course will introduce you to some simple ways to use triggered NMES for individuals with dysphagia. Manually triggered stimulation and EMG triggered stimulation will be discussed and demonstrated. Application ideas during therapeutic exercise and bolus trials will be presented. See full course description here

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 verification of completion 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.

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Instructor: John Kelly, M.P.T.

This interactive, one hour, educational session will introduce the dysphagia specialist to treatment techniques appropriate for soft tissue restrictions that contribute to an abnormal swallow. Lecture reviews muscular and fascial anatomy tying biomechanics and kinesiology into specific intraoral, soft tissue mobilization techniques. Case study integrates the interpretation of common pathology and symptomatology that may contribute to aspirative events and video instruction exemplifies the application of these useful techniques. See full course description here

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 verification of completion 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.

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Instructor: Jon Rose, MS, PT, SCS, ATC

This course will describe electrical wave parameters (frequency, pulse and phase duration, duty cycle) and discuss how treatment may be optimized by appropriate parameter manipulation. Maximization of patient comfort and treatment efficacy will be considered. See full course description here

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 verification of completion 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.

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Instructor: Karin Mitchell, M.A. CCC-SLP

Feeding problems complicate the care of preterm and term infants in the NICU. Delayed oral feedings can lead to prolonged length of stay, need for G-tube, family stress and separation. These infants, typically demonstrate discoordinated suck-swallow-breath patterns, delayed oral motor skills and weak pharyngeal muscle movements - thus leading to penetration and aspiration, putting the infant at increased risk of pneumonia and future oral aversion. Traditional therapies have shown limited and slow progress in this fragile population. Infants unable to demonstrate adequate feeding abilities are often discharged with G-Tube and PEG placements. The use of NMES as part of feeding and swallowing therapy has grown exponentially over the last 20 years across all ages. Use of this modality in the NICU is also becoming more frequent. This short course will focus on the objectives of this therapy and how it can complement traditional therapies in the NICU when these neonates/infants struggle with dysphagia and discuss opportunities to help this fragile population perform their best. See full course description here

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 verification of completion 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.

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Instructor: Adrienne Williams, MS, CCC-SLP

This intermediate level course is intended for Speech-Language Pathologists and Occupational Therapists. In this course, participants will learn practical steps to utilizing Neuromuscular Electric Stimulation (NMES) as a methodology targeting oropharyngeal dysphagia. The instructor will present two separate pediatric case studies in which Vital Stim was utilized to maximize patient outcomes. See full course description here

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 verification of completion 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.

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Instructor: Elizabeth Harvey, PT, DPT, MSR, CKTI

It has long been established that the somatosensory system drives motor behaviors. This course will introduce "sensory point taping" (SPT) strategies for pediatric populations. This taping application method focuses on stimulation of the sensory system (Sensory), using the minimal effective dose (Point), with a gentle tape product (Kinesio Light Touch). The SPT method may be preferred for pediatric and geriatric populations with fragile skin. The instructor will discuss how elastic taping applications may be adapted to encourage motor control and safety as an adjunct See full course description here

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 verification of completion 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.

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Instructor: Julie DeVahl, PT, DPT, OCS

Surface electromyography (sEMG) is a valuable tool for rehabilitation of the patient with facial palsy. Audio and/or visual feedback can be used for neuromuscular retraining to facilitate recovery of function in patients with facial palsy. Delayed recovery is associated with higher incidence of synkinesis with more impairment of function. sEMG can also help these patients learn to inhibit or delink unwanted patterns. See full course description here

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 verification of completion 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.

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Instructor: Stacey Brill, M.S. CCC-SLP

This course will discuss head/neck cancer diagnosis/treatment, explore research on H/N CA with NMES and we will discuss case studies where patients have benefitted from NMES. See full course description here

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 verification of completion 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.

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