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Vestibular Rehabilitation: Advanced-LIVE WEBINAR-Two Sessions

Education Resources, Inc.

Objectives

Course Objectives: Diagnose and describe the various appropriate treatment techniques for anterior semicircular canal BPPV, and horizontal semicircular canal BPPV, including BPPV affecting the anterior arm of the horizontal semicircular canal. Develop an understanding of the causes of cervicogenic dizziness Interpret a detailed examination of the patient to differentiate between vestibular and cervicogenic causes of dizziness. Design and conduct a treatment program for individuals with cervicogenic dizziness, including: manual traction techniques for the cervical spine and cervical kinesthetic retraining techniques. Develop an understanding of central causes of dizziness, including CVA, brain injury, and concussion. Design and modify treatment programs based on the nature of the cause of dizziness in this patient population. Develop an understanding of other causes of dizziness such as chronic subjective dizziness, migraine-associated dizziness, and movement disorders. Design and modify treatment programs based on the nature of the cause of dizziness in this patient population.

Confirmation Notes

This course meets the criteria for 12 contact hours (1.2) CEUs, Intermediate Level. Education Resources Inc. is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Provider #3043. This Distance Learning-Interactive course is offered at 12 contact hours 1.2 CEUs. Intermediate level, OT Service Delivery. AOTA does not endorse specific course content, products, or clinical procedures. This course can be used toward your NBCOT renewal requirements for 12 units. Approved provider of the FL Board of Occupational Therapy-CE Broker 14- hours. This course meets the approval of the TX Board of OT Examiners. Most Physical Therapy State Boards accept webinars as a live offering. Please check with your state board to confirm. Application has been made to the FL Physical Therapy Association for 14 continuing education contact hours. Application has been made to the MD Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for 1.2 CEU's. Application has been made to the NJ Board of Physical Therapy Examiners. Application has been made to the OK Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision for Physical Therapy. Approved sponsor by the State of IL Department of Financial and Professional Regulation for Physical Therapy for 14 contact hours. Approved provider by the NY State Board of Physical Therapy for 14.4 contact hours (1.44 CEUs). Education Resources, Inc. is an approved provider for Physical Therapy CEUs in the following states: CA, KY and TX. The following state boards of physical therapy accept other states’ approval: AK, AR, AZ, DC, DE, GA, HI, ID, IN, KS, MI, MO, MS, NC, OR, PA, RI, SC, UT, VA, VT, WI, WY. The following state boards of physical therapy either do not require course pre-approval or do not require CEUs for re-licensure: AL, CO, CT, IA, MA, ME, MT, NE, ND, NH, SD, WA. 12 hours of this course qualify towards the discipline-specific hours for the 20-hour requirement for NDTA re-certification. They do NOT qualify towards the 8-hour NDTA Instructor requirement for re-certification. Education Resources Inc. 266 Main St, Medfield, MA 02052 • 800-487-6530

Description

The course will focus on the assessment and treatment of patients with vertigo and dysequilibrium from unusual vestibular causes. The course is designed for clinicians (PT & OT) with prior vestibular rehabilitation course work and clinical experience. Material covered will include advanced techniques for treating anterior and horizontal canal BPPV, central causes of dizziness (including concussion), identification and treatment of cervicogenic dizziness, persistent postural perceptual dizziness, migraine and other unusual vestibular disorders. As vestibular disorders occur across the lifespan and with various disorders, this information is applicable to a large patient population with symptoms of dizziness.

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