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This 6-hour course focuses on knowledge translation of the latest evidence in PD treatment for PTs and OTs in an outpatient or wellness setting.
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There are many challenges (and rewards!) working with clients with Parkinson’s disease. There is a continued ongoing effort to identify the optimal treatment techniques for these individuals to better support the busy therapist. However, the variation of presentations of these individuals makes it extremely difficult to develop the optimal treatment approach. This requires keeping up with the latest literature to drive the optimal outcome measure choice along with the most up to date recommendations to improve the development of a plan of care. This live virtual 6-hour course, taught by an interdisciplinary team of PT, OT and SLP, will focus on knowledge translation of key concepts into clinical practice. The sessions will focus on some of the following but is not limited to: Key components of creating an evidence-based exercise program for individuals with Parkinson's, including aerobic and skill-based training, facial muscle exercises, visual disorders, and dual task training to provide a comprehensive treatment approach for clinicians.
Target Audience: OT, PT
Course Objectives
- Determine the primary challenges of clients with PD and prioritize a treatment plan based on the evidence
- Design treatment interventions for individuals with Parkinson’s to optimize functional outcomes
- Create an exercise program for an individual or group with key evidence-based components
- Integrate current evidence supporting dual tasking and cognitive training into physical therapy for people with Parkinson’s
- Identify symptoms of hypomimia in patients with PD and develop a patient-centered facial program to add to the plan of care
- Evaluate how dopamine can affect the visual system with individuals diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease.
- Weigh different screening assessments for visual deficits associated with Parkinson’s Disease.
For questions on this live course, please email us at [email protected].
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6.0 CONTACT HOUR LIVE VIRTUAL COURSE
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MEET YOUR SPEAKERS
Claire McLean, PT, DPT, NCS
Claire is a physical therapist who is passionate about working with people who have Parkinson's disease. She loves implementing the research which supports specific exercise programs and other wellness activities that people can do to improve their health and impact their Parkinson’s progression over their life.
Erin Gallardo, PT, DPT, NCS
Erin is a board certified specialist in neurologic physical therapy who has worked in inpatient rehab, home health and outpatient neuro as a business owner, Director of wellness programming, marketing coordinator, Chief Experience Officer, mentor to students, residents and fellows, and educator in DPT programs. She is the co-founder of NeuroCollaborative, an online mentorship and education company with a mission to transform healthcare by empowering neuro rehabilitation professionals through collaboration, connection and community.
Jamie Haines, PT, DScPT, NCS
Jamie is an Assistant Professor in the Physical Therapy Department at Central Michigan University. She has been recognized for her dynamic teaching style and received an Excellence in Teaching Award in 2020 at CMU.
Dr. Haines oversees physical therapy services at Hands for Health, a student-led pro bono clinic at CMU and supervises students in the program’s weekly exercise and dance classes for people with neurologic conditions.
Her research interests include Parkinson’s Disease, use of assistive technology to promote recovery principles, and teaching and learning principles in DPT education. She has practiced in acute, ICU, subacute, outpatient, and community wellness settings. She is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association including Academies of Neurologic PT, Acute Care and Education.
Melissa Kimmerling, EdD, MOT, OTR/L
Melissa is a graduate of College of Saint Mary, obtaining her BS in 2006, her Master in Occupational Therapy in 2007, and her Doctorate in Education in 2014. She currently serves as the Founding Program Director and Associate Professor for the Occupational Therapy Programs at Nebraska Methodist College. She also serves as the Vice President of Policy and Advocacy for the Nebraska Occupational Therapy Association. In this role, she supports the legislative endeavors of the state professional association, working closely with the lobbyist and chairing the policy committee. Dr. Kimmerling also serves as the Nebraska Ambassador to the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, which is the organization that administers the occupational therapy licensure examination. In addition, she serves on the Roster of Accreditation Evaluators for the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education where she reviews accreditation compliance of occupational therapy programs. Dr. Kimmerling lives in Papillion with her husband, two sons, two dogs, and two cats.
Stephanie Callander, SLP
Stephanie has varied experience evaluating and treating adults with speech, language, voice and swallowing disorders. Her areas of interest include Parkinson's Disease, Motor Speech, Voice and Swallowing Disorders.
She has been an active member within the Parkinson’s community. On two occasions she was a guest speaker for PMD Alliance at their Renew Retreats, providing education about the benefits of speech therapy for people with Parkinson’s. She is a guest lecturer at Chapman University, teaching graduate students about Parkinson’s disease and the SPEAK OUT! therapy program.
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