THE NEURO-VESTIBULAR COMPLEX

Therapy Network Seminars

Format(s):   Live Seminars
Discipline(s):   Physical Therapy / Occupational Therapy
Contact Hours:   15
Registration Fee:   $425.00

Objectives

COURSE OBJECTIVES Upon the conclusion of this course, the participant: 1. Identify anatomy and pathophysiology as it relates to balance control 2. Describe the factors that make the older adult more prone to falls 3. Differentiate the patient report of dizziness into one of three possible etiologies: vestibular dysfunction, disequilibrium, or non-vestibular dysfunction 4. Identify non-vestibular causes for dizziness and possible treatment options 5. Demonstrate skill in the use of the (1) special vestibular tests, (2) motion sensitivity tests and (3) standardized balance and mobility tests presented in this seminar 6. Perform a detailed subjective/objective evaluation of the patient who presents with balance dysfunction or dizziness

Target Audience

PT, OT, PTA, OTA, AT

Confirmation Notes

All on-line registrations will be sent a confirmation email with hotel information and any additional course information. Cancellation Policy POLICY: Registration fee less a $75 administrative charge is refundable if cancellation received 14 days prior to program date. No refunds will be given after that time. Therapy Network, Inc. reserves the right to cancel a seminar and will refund in full the registration fee only. TNI is NOT responsible for registrants non-refundable airfare, accommodations or fees. Educational Credit A certificate of attendance for 15 Contact Hours (17 in FL & WA) will be awarded to each participant. This course has been submitted to the State Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Boards in which the seminar is being held, if prior approval is required. BOC-NATA Board of Certification, Inc. Approved Provider # P-2563 AOTA Approved Provider of Continuing Education # 3073 The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsements of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA Accommodations: All on-line registrations will be sent a confirmation email with hotel information and any additional course information. Registration Confirmation Information: Registration Confirmation from RehabEdge.com will be emailed upon registration. Therapy Network Course Confirmation will be emailed upon receipt of tuition - Therapy Network Seminars

Agenda

SATURDAY 8:00 Registration & Continental Breakfast 8:30 Orientation and Balance Systems Visual and Oculomotor Systems Vestibular and Cervical Reflexes Postural Control Central Processing of the Vestibular System Vestibular Adaptation 9:15 Oculomotor Assessment, Gaze Stabilization, & Nystagmus (Hands on Lab) 10:00 BREAK 10:15 Vestibular and Neurological Dysfunction Peripheral Nervous System (BPPV) Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo Unilateral & Bilateral Vestibular Dysfunctions Vestibular Labyrinthitis & Vestibular Neuronitis Meniere’s Disease Eustachian Tube Dysfunction Otitis Media Acoustic Neuroma Dehiscence Syndrome Perilymph Fistula Mal De Debarquement Ototoxicity Central Nervous System Neurologic Disorders (stroke, cerebellar disorder ,brain injury, multiple sclerosis) Post-concussion Syndrome Non-Vestibular Sources of Imbalance & Dizziness Migraine Cervicogenic Dizziness Presyncopal Lightheadness Psychogenic Dizziness What Makes Older Adults Prone to Falling 12:00 LUNCH - ON YOUR OWN 1:00 EVALUATION Medical Audiogram Fistula Testing Imaging Evoked Potential Studies Rotational Chair Testing Computerized Dynamic Posturography Video Nystagmography (VNG) Therapy (Hands on Lab) Positional Testing (for Particulate Matter) Oculomotor and Gaze Stabilization Examination Clinical Rotating Chair Cervical Spine Assessment Sensation Testing Posture and Balance Assessment Non-particulate Vestibular Tests Standardized Balance & Vestibular Screens /Tests 3:00 BREAK 3:15 EVALUATION: (Hands on Lab) 5:30 Questions & Answers, Adjourn SUNDAY 7:45 Continental Breakfast 8:00 Diagnostic Algorithm and Case Studies Presentation 9:00 TREATMENT Pharmaceutical and Surgical Meniere’s Disease Specifics 9:45 BREAK 10:00 TREATMENT Vestibular and Neurological Rehabilitation (Hands on Lab) Canalith Repositioning Techniques Adaptation Substitution Habituation 12:00 LUNCH - ON YOUR OWN 1:00 TREATMENT Non-vestibular Rehabilitation (Hands on Lab) Management of High Fall Risk Patients 3:00 BREAK 3:15 Treatment Algorithm and Case Studies Analysis 4:45 Suggested Tools to Have in the Clinic 5:00 Questions & Answers, Adjourn

Description

This hands-on course is designed to bridge the gap between evaluation and treatment of adult patients with balance disorders associated with vestibular dysfunction. A structured method of examination involving the components of movement and mobility will be presented in conjunction with treatment paradigms specific to the diagnosis and impairments. Functional testing procedures and evidenced-based treatment techniques will be demonstrated and reinforced with hands on practice time to allow for integration of the material. All course materials have been carefully designed to serve as a life long resource in the clinic.

PARTICIPANTS COMMENTS “Has helped me immensely in connecting the dots in my 13 year VRT career.” “One of the best courses I have been to - very informative, applicable, -great presentation, sense of humor” “John’s humor and knowledge made a confusing topic more easily understood.” “One of the better vestibular courses I have attended”

Dates and Locations


Register Address: 8595 United Plaza Bldv, BATON ROUGE, Louisiana Location: Baton Rouge Rehab Hospital Dates: 06-22-2013 - 06-23-2013 Instructor(s): Accommodation(s):
Register Address: 9119 Cinnamon Hill, SAN ANTONIO, Texas Location: HealthSouth RIOSA Dates: 07-20-2013 - 07-21-2013 Instructor(s): Accommodation(s):
Register Address: 5820 W. Irving Park Rd., CHICAGO, Illinois Location: Vital Rehabilitation Dates: 09-07-2013 - 09-08-2013 Instructor(s): Accommodation(s):
Register Address: 1200 12th Ave S, SEATTLE, Washington Location: Pacific Medical Center Dates: 10-26-2013 - 10-27-2013 Instructor(s): Accommodation(s):
Register Address: 701 4th Street South, ST PETERSBURG, Florida Location: All Children's Hospital Dates: 11-02-2013 - 11-03-2013 Instructor(s): Accommodation(s):
Register Address: 391 Wallace Rd, NASHVILLE, Tennessee Location: Southern Hills Medical Center Dates: 11-09-2013 - 11-10-2013 Instructor(s): Accommodation(s):
Register Address: , VERO BEACH, Florida Location: Dates: 11-23-2013 - 11-24-2013 Instructor(s): Accommodation(s):
Register Address: 507 NE 47th Ave Suite 110, PORTLAND, Oregon Location: Providence St. Vincent Medical Center Dates: 12-14-2013 - 12-15-2013 Instructor(s): Accommodation(s):