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BUILDING BETTER BALANCE AND PREVENTING FALLS

Therapy Network Seminars

Objectives

Upon the conclusion of this course, the participant will:
Identify factors that contribute to balance dysfunction and falls
Demonstrate assessment of multiple dimensions of balance, mobility, and fall risk
Identify appropriate standardized balance, mobility and fall risk assessment tools based on client functional level
Identify effective interventions to improve balance and mobility and reduce fall risk
Develop a comprehensive balance training and fall risk reduction program for clients with balance dysfunction

Target Audience

This is an introductory level course designed for Physical Therapists, Physical Therapy Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants and Certified Athletic Trainers.

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.

Agenda

SATURDAY 8:00 Registration & Continental Breakfast 8:30 The Problem of Falls and Balance Dysfunction 10:00 BREAK 10:15 Balance and Postural Control Mechanisms Age-related Balance and Mobility Dysfunction Balance Dysfunction in Persons with Neurologic Conditions (Stroke, Parkinson Disease, Multiple Sclerosis) 12:00 LUNCH - ON YOUR OWN 1:00 Screening and Evaluation of Balance, Mobility, and Fall Risk Discussion and Demonstration Comprehensive Balance and Fall Risk Screening and Assessment Standardized Assessment Measures: Utilization and Interpretation Selecting Appropriate Measures for Your Client 3:00 BREAK 3:15 Screening and Evaluation Lab Case Studies 5:30 Questions & Answers, Adjourn SUNDAY 7:45 Continental Breakfast 8:00 Interdisciplinary Fall Prevention Interventions Clinical Practice Guidelines and Best Practice 9:45 BREAK 10:00 Intervention Strategies to Improve Balance Key Components for Success 11:00 Intervention Strategies Demonstration and Lab 12:00 LUNCH - ON YOUR OWN 1:00 Intervention Strategies Demonstration and Lab 2:30 Case Studies Discussion 3:00 BREAK 3:15 Innovative Strategies and Programs Evidence-Based Health Promotion Programming Integrating Clinical and Community-Based Services to Improve Balance and Reduce Falls 5:00 Questions & Answers, Adjourn

Description

Register 2 or more people and receive $50 off EACH registration!! (*not available to discount club members*) All registrations must be received within 72 hours to be eligible for the group discount** Call 866.392.3343 to register your group today!** Regular Registration Rate: $495
This two-day course provides participants with skills and strategies to address the complex problems of balance dysfunction and falls in geriatric and neurologic clients. Participants will further develop their skills in identifying individuals at risk for falls and conducting a comprehensive evaluation to guide intervention. Evaluation skills based on key risk factors for balance dysfunction and objective outcomes will be emphasized. Evidence-based and best practice intervention strategies provide participants with a variety of skills to address different aspects of balance dysfunction. The course will also focus on utilization of standardized assessment measures and intervention strategies across client functional levels. Evaluation procedures and intervention techniques will be demonstrated and reinforced with hands on practice time and case studies allowing for immediate integration of the material.

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