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Lipidema

Lipedema: Often Confused with Lymphedema- The goal of this program is to provide physical therapists with an overview of lipedema, including etiology, pathophysiology, risk factors, clinical manifestations, treatment options, and differential diagnosis with lymphedema. Describe the etiology, pathophysiology, and risk factors of lipedema
Describe how lipedema is diagnosed and treated. Compare and contrast the disease process and treatment of lymphedema with lipedema.
1.0 Free Contact Hours for Physical Therapy
Expires 3/23/12

Rotator Cuff Rehabilitation

The Rotator Cuff: Rehabilitation Management Considerations- Describe the basic anatomy of the rotator cuff musculature. Describe the rotator cuff’s role in basic biomechanics of the human shoulder. List common pathologies that may be seen with dysfunction of the rotator cuff.

1.0 Contact Hours for Physical Therapy

Expires 2/14/12

ALS- Disease Overview

Understanding Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis- Understand the pathophysiology of ALS. Identify signs and symptoms of ALS. State appropriate interventions for patients depending on each stage of the disease. 

1.0 Free Contact Hours for Physical Therapists

Expires 2/14/12

Shoulder Dysfunction

Shoulder Dysfunction- This one-hour course reviews the skeletal and muscular anatomy of the pectoral girdle and shoulder joint. Assessment and common dysfunctions are covered.


1.0 Free Contact Hour for Physical Therapists


Carpal Tunnel Syndrome- 1 Free Contact Hour

An Overview of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome- Identify the etiology, incidence and prevalence of CTS. Describe the anatomy of the volar wrist and identify the boundaries of the carpal tunnel (CT). Name 3 tests used to make a clinical diagnosis of CTS. Discuss the importance of differential diagnosis and conditions commonly associated with CTS. List 3 signs and symptoms of CTS. Differentiate between various conservative treatment interventions for CTS. List 3 advantages and 3 disadvantages of open and arthroscopic release of the CT.

1.0 Contact Hours for Physical Therapists

Vestibular Dysfunction & Fall Prevention- Part II

Understanding the Vestibular System to Improve Balance and Reduce Falls in Older Adults, Part 2- Understand balance, fall, and dizziness assessment tools available for use by physical therapists.Understand existing fall prevention guidelines for the older adult. Recall vestibular-specific assessments and evidence-based interventions. Describe appropriate evidence-based physical therapy interventions to improve balance and decrease the risk of patient falls.
  
1.0 Free Contact Hours for Physical Therapists

Expires 1/17/12

Rehabilitation & Traumatic Brain Injury

Traumatic Brain Injury- Discuss the characteristics of traumatic brain injury (TBI). Explain the treatment of a person with TBI. Identify immediate post-injury complications and long-term disabilities of TBI. Explain the rehabilitation needed for the TBI patient. Review methods for prevention of TBI.
 
1.0 Contact Hours for Physical Therapy

Expires 1/10/12

Vestibular Dysfunction & Fall Prevention

Understanding the Vestibular System to Improve Balance and Reduce Falls in Older Adults, Part 1 - Identify the body’s systems that contribute to static and dynamic balance. Describe the anatomy of the somatosensory, visual and vestibular systems. Compare and contrast various types of vestibular dysfunction. 

1.0 Free Contact Hours for Physical Therapists

Expires 12/19/11

Vitamin D & Bone Health

Vitamin D and Bone Health- Define the role of vitamin D in the bone health of patients with cystic fibrosis (CF); Describe treatment options for vitamin D insufficiency in the CF population; Discuss the use of bisphosphonates for the treatment of bone disease in patients with CF. 

1.0 Free Contact Hours for Physical Therapists

Signs & Symptoms of Professional Burnout

Burnout:Coping with Stress- Explain the effects of stress on the human body. Identify the cardinal symptoms of burnout. Describe the stages of burnout. Discuss the management and prevention of burnout.

1.0 Free Contact Hours for Physical Therapists


Expires 10/3/11

CF- Impact of Hyperglycemia

Cystic Fibrosis–Related Diabetes- Describe the ways in which hyperglycemia may impact lung function in patients with cystic fibrosis. Identify current trends in morbidity and mortality associated with cystic fibrosis–related diabetes (CFRD). Evaluate the results of the Cystic Fibrosis–Related Diabetes Therapy (CFRDT) trial.

1.0 Contact Hrs  for Physical Therapists

Expires 12.7.11

CF- Nutritional Challenges and Answers

Nutritional Challenges and Complications in Patients with Cystic Fibrosis-  Explain the definition and describe the prevalence of small intestinal bowel overgrowth and distal intestinal obstruction syndrome among patients with cystic fibrosis (CF). Evaluate the role of the CF null mouse in exploring the pathophysiology of gastrointestinal disease in CF. Describe the relative deficiency of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) in the tissues of patients with CF and the ability to reverse this process with supplemental omega-3 PUFAs.

1.0 Contact Hrs for Physical Therapists

Expires 4/14/12

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Free Contact Hour- New Trends in Wound Healing

Wound Healing Process-  Describe the physiologic events involved in the wound healing process. Discuss the impact selected factors will have on wound healing. List new trends in wound healing therapies.

1 Contact Hour for Physical Therapists

1 Contact Hour- Pressure Ulcer Assessment

Assessment and Documentation of Pressure Ulcers-  Discuss the layers of the skin. List the items to be assessed and documented when evaluating an existing pressure ulcer. Define the National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (NPUAP) staging system for pressure ulcers.

1 Contact Hour  for Physical Therapists


Breast Cancer Rehabilitation-1 Free Contact Hour

Breast Cancer Rehabilitation: How Much Do We Know?
•Recognize risk factors associated with breast cancer.
•Discuss different treatment options and their impact on rehabilitation.
•Demonstrate understanding of physical therapy intervention following breast surgery and breast reconstruction.
1.0 Contact Hours for Physical Therapy
Expires 8/1/11

Pressure Ulcer Treatments- 1 Contact Hour

Etiology and Interventions of Pressure Ulcers- Define the key etiologic factors associated withpressure  ulcer. Discuss specific interventions for each factor. Discuss contributing factors to pressure ulcer formation

1 Contact Hour for Physical Therapy