Treating Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), Part I: Canalithiasis (On-demand Webinar) Use Coupon Code AHE10 for 10% off

Allied Health Education

Format(s):   Home-study
Discipline(s):   Physical Therapy / Occupational Therapy
Contact Hours:   2
Registration Fee:   $49.00

Objectives

At the end of this course, the participant will:
Understand the basic anatomy and physiology of the vestibular system
Understand the causes, signs, and symptoms of BPPV – canalithiasis
Perform a basic evaluation for BPPV
Determine affected canal and decide on treatment plan
Perform standard treatment for BPPV – canalithiasis
Establish goals and discharge criteria

Target Audience

Confirmation Notes

Satisfactory completion of this course will require the participant to pass a 10 question post test with a minimum score of 70%.
Meets Requirements of: AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, MD, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Agenda

Description

This is a 2 hour webinar designed for physical therapists, physical therapy assistants, occupational therapists, & occupational therapist assistants that are interested in gaining a better understanding of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV). This is an introductory course on the evaluation and treatment of one form of BPPV – canalithiasis, the most common cause of dizziness in adults. Instruction will include anatomy and physiology of the vestibular system, common causes of BPPV, signs and symptoms of BPPV, testing, treatment, and goals.
Prerequisites - None
Instructional Level - Intermediate