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Physical Treatment of the Neurological Patient: An Impairment Based Approach for Occupational and Physical Therapists

Physical Treatment of the Neurological Patient: An Impairment Based Approach for Occupational and Physical Therapists
May 4-5, 2013

Presenter: Don Simoneau, BScOT, OT(c)

Course Description:

This two-day course is intended for occupational and physiotherapists working with patients who have functional limitations from neurological impairments. This course is designed to introduce the components of treatment required to appropriately address the orthopedic physical needs of patients with neurological impairments including stroke, brain and spinal cord injuries. The primary goal of this course is to provide a conceptual foundation onto which further education and experience can be built.
The seminar will incorporate hands-on practice with other participants to further integrate theory and skills learned during the two days of instruction

A strong understanding and review of upper extremity functional anatomy is strongly recommended prior to course particpation.

Course Agenda (subject to change):

Day 1 - Saturday May 4, 2013

8:00 - 8:15 - Course and Participant Introduction

8:15 - 10:00 - Understanding Normal Movement - Movement Lab

10:15 - 12:00 - Musculoskeletal Interventions Theory

12:00 - 1:00 - Lunch (not provided)

1:00 - 2:30 - Surface Anatomy Lab

2:45 - 4:30 Musculoskeletal Interventions Lab

Day 2 - Sunday May 5, 2013

8:00 - 8:15 - Welcome Back - Questions and Discussion

8:30 - 9:30 - Joint Mobilization Theory

9:45 - 12:00 - Joint Mobilization Lab I

12:00 - 12:45 - Lunch (not provided)

12:45 - 2:00 - Joint Mobilization Lab II

2:00 - 3:30 - A Conceptual Model of Assessment and Treatment of the Patient with Spasticity

3:30 - 4:30 - Motor Control Rehabilitation
Final Questions and Discussion 

Please note that coffee breaks will be incorporated throughout the days

Registration: $400 
Early Bird Fee: $350 before April 1, 2013

*This meeting is only held at the Grey Nuns Hospital and is not necessarily endorsed or supported by Covenant Health Group. If you have any questions, please contact Rosanna at info@theraskills.ca or 780-707-9283.


Address:
Grey Nuns Community Hospital - Room 0647
1100 Youville Drive West
Edmonton, AB
T6L 5X8

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