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#331 Ataxia, Autism and NDT

Motivations, Inc.

Objectives

1. Recognize the motoric presentation of ataxia/coordination disorder in autism and spectrum disorder diagnoses.
2. Apply information from current research in analysis of video presentation of children with ataxia and spectrum behavior.
3. Recognize and differentiate problems with multisystem impairments, specific system impairments and contextual factors observed in children with diagnoses of ataxia, and spectrum disorders.
4. Demonstrate treatment techniques practiced in labs applicable to treating patients with ataxia, and spectrum disorders.
5. Develop treatment plans consisting of short and long-term functional outcomes, impairment related treatment objectives and specific carryover strategies.

Target Audience

A course for Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Assistants, and Speech Language Pathologists

Confirmation Notes

: This is a 15-hour course equivalent to 1.5 CEUs. Motivations Inc is an approved provider by The Texas Chapter of the APTA.
We follow the PT licensing Board guidelines in the states in which the course is held.
Motivations, Inc. is an approved CEU provider by AOTA.
This course is offered for 1.5 ASHA CEUs (Intermediate level, Professional area).
BRING: Course participants should wear loose, comfortable clothing that will allow facilitation of movement. Bring a thicker yoga mat since this course with labs on the floor

Agenda

DAY ONE:
8:00 Introduction and Course Logistics 9:00 Current Research: Cerebellum and Autism; function of the cerebellum in movement, cognition and affect 10:30 Continued Research 11:00 Principles of Ataxia Treatment: NDT/System Approach 1:00 Patient Demonstration: Assessment of patient movement 2:15 Examination/Treatment, Session Problem Solving Based on Assessment Demonstration 4:00 Facilitation Labs: Transitions incorporating multi- planar movement and/or processing of vision, vestibular, proprioceptive information 5:00 Adjourn
DAY TWO
8:00 Role of Vision/Vestibular/ Proprioception in postural Control 10:15 Facilitation Lab: Transitions incorporating multi- planar movement and/or processing of vision, vestibular, proprioceptive information 1:00 Patient Demo: Treatment of patient based on assessment from Day one 2:45 Facilitation Lab 5:00 Adjourn

Description

: This 2-day intensive workshop focuses on treating the child diagnosed with ataxia, or autism spectrum disorders. This course is relevant to Physical and Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists and their assistants, working with children of all ages that are diagnosed with neuromuscular movement disorders or autism spectrum disorders. Current research is finding that pediatric cerebellar dysfunction presents as complex involvement affecting sensory-motor, affective, communicative and cognitive function. Course content will cover various examples of how children with these impairments might present during familial, academic or community participation. Treatment principles will focus on multisystem system impairments and contextual factors that affect balance, posture and mobility of children with cerebellar involvement. Video presentations will be used to identify subtle motoric qualities that are indicative of cerebellar dysfunction. It is recommended that participants have knowledge of contemporary NDT terminology and treatment principles to maximize potential benefit from this course. These CEU's can also be used toward NDTA re-certification. Consortium Group Discount – Register your facility today or a group of 5 $395
Association Member of APTA, AOTA, NATA, ASHA $445
Individual Single Registration $495

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