West Nile Virus Infection

West Nile Virus Infection- The purpose of this course is to prepare healthcare professionals to recognize the signs and symptoms of West Nile virus fever and diseases and to educate patients and the general public using evidence-based, up-to-date information about its symptoms, treatment, and prevention. Explain the mechanism of transmission of infections of West Nile virus. Describe the signs and symptoms of West Nile virus fever and diseases. Discuss the treatment of West Nile virus infections. Identify measures for the prevention of West Nile virus infections.

1.0  Free CEUs for Physical Therapists (not accredited for state of FL)

Parkinson's Disease

Parkinson's Disease and Physical Therapy- More than 1 million people have Parkinson’s disease (PD), and by 2020 there may be 40 million more. The corpus striatum in the cerebral hemisphere, the subthalamic nucleus in the diencephalon, and the substantia nigra in the midbrain interconnect to form the basal ganglia. When the substantia nigra doesn’t produce enough dopamine, signs and symptoms of PD become apparent. Physical therapists need to be knowledgeable about this disease to execute treatment protocols designed to challenge specific deficits that affect overall performance of everyday activities. Explain the pathogenesis of PD. Identify common clinical manifestations/movement disorders in people with PD. Discuss tests and measures as well as treatment for patients with PD.

1.0 Free CEUs for Physical Therapists 

Free until 3/17/17

Gannett Education

Arthritis and Depression: Increasing Awareness and Improving Care

Comorbidity of Arthritis and Depression in African/American, Caucasian and Hispanic/Latina Women: Increasing Awareness, Improving Care- Define health disparity in relation to arthritis, depression and associated comorbidities. Explain the pathophysiology, risk factors and interventions for osteoarthritis. Identify characteristics of depression, including prevalence, etiology, and provider diagnosis and treatment patterns. Compare the use of common screening tools for depression and behavioral health issues. Discuss the cultural beliefs of African Americans and Hispanic/Latinos with respect to seeking care for mental health issues. Describe the types of physical activity appropriate for those with arthritis, and how this mobility alleviates symptoms Delineate characteristics of a culturally competent healthcare practitioner, and steps that may be taken to improve care.

2.0  Free CEUs for Physical Therapists

Expires 5/2018

The Impact of Musculoskeletal Disparities Related to Women

Musculoskeletal Disparities: African American, Caucasian, and Hispanic/Latina Women- An Overview for the Physical Therapist- Describe the impact of musculoskeletal diaparities related to women, African American and Hispanic/Latina women. Define obesity and its relationship to osteoarthritis in women, African American and Hispanic/Latina women. Identify factors that may account for disparities in the prevelance of obesity in women, African American and Hispanic/Latina women. Discuss the challenges facing healthcare providers in treating women with osteoarthritis in the healthcare setting. Delineate interventions the provider can implement with patients who have musculoskeletal disparities in an effort to promote health and increase quality of life.

2.0 Free CEUs for Physical Therapists

Expires 05/2018

 

HIV Basics

HIV/AIDS Treatment- The purpose of this course is to prepare healthcare professionals to care for people with HIV/AIDS based on a review of HIV clinical manifestations and treatment. Identify the clinical stages of HIV. Discuss AIDS-defining conditions. Describe elements of antiretroviral therapy (ART). Summarize which coinfections are common among patients with HIV.




1.0 Free CEUs for Physical Therapists

Expires 3/1/17

Wild Iris Medical Education

Zika Virus Disease

Zika Virus (ZIKV)- Zika fever is a mosquito-borne illness that in humans can cause fever, malaise, and cutaneous rash. Zika virus (ZIKV) was first isolated in Uganda in 1947 and has since spread from the continent of Africa to many other areas of the world, including Oceania, and South and Central America. This course describes how the Zika virus is transmitted via the Aedes aegypti mosquito as well as clinical signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Outline the historical emergence of Zika virus from Africa to the Americas. Explain the way in which the Aedes aegypti mosquito transmits the Zika virus. Describe the usual clinical signs and symptoms of Zika viral infection. Relate the factors involved in the preliminary diagnosis of Zika viral disease. Describe how Zika infection is confirmed biologically in humans. Discuss the usual treatment options for a person infected with Zika virus. Outline several prevention measures currently in use to combat the spread of Zika virus.

2.0  Free CEUs for Physical Therapists

8.0 Free Contact Hours- Managment of the Neuropathic Foot

Comprehensive Management of the Neuropathic Foot- The well-known seminar “The Carville Approach to Management of the Neuropathic Foot” has been modified for online instruction. The material presented includes principles and protocols that are time tested and proven effective for prevention of amputation in the lower extremity due to neuropathy. These six modules provide the background theory as well as practical evaluation and treatment tools applicable for immediate implementation in the clinic. This course is recommended for health professionals working with patients having lower extremity neuropathy. This course will enable the health care provider to assess and treat the neuropathic foot and evaluate protocols (or treatment options). It is also designed to reduce injuries and amputations associated with lower extremity neuropathy. Understand the characteristics of lower extremity diabetic neuropathy. Identify the etiology and mechanical process of ulceration. List the five elements of the LEAP program. Assign a patient into a risk category based on evaluation results. Formulate an appropriate management plan according to risk category. Describe orthotic and footwear appliances used to reduce foot pressure.

6.0 Free CEUs for Physical Therapists

How to Use the CDC's STEADI Fall Risk Toolkit

What’s All the Fuss Over Falls?- Each year, millions of older adults fall, and many sustain life-changing injuries. Physical therapists are perfectly poised to take lead on the public health team in fall prevention. Use and dissemination of simple, evidence-based, user-friendly tools empower PTs and all healthcare practitioners, public health staff, and caregivers to proactively identify those older adults at heightened risk for falling BEFORE the first fall. This program will teach physical therapists how and when to use the CDC's STEADI fall risk toolkit, as well as how to skillfully interpret the results for each individual tested. This is the first step in a comprehensive fall prevention program, utilizing evidence-based tools to augment your PT practice and prevent that first fall! Knowledgeably discuss the epidemiology and prevalence of falls among community-dwelling older adults in the U.S. Understand that fall risk is multifactorial and that some risks are modifiable. Objectively screen for fall risk in community-dwelling older adults. Interpret the results of the fall risk screening measures presented. Develop an effective action plan for abatement of an individual's fall risk. Institute an evidence-based fall risk screening program in a medical and/or community setting.

2.0 Free CEUs for Physical Therapists

Preventing Health Care Fraud, Waste, and Abuse

Preventing Fraud, Abuse, and Waste: A Primer for Physical Therapists- The federal government and other payers have enacted laws, written regulations, and introduced policies to crack down on the prevalence of health care fraud, abuse, and waste. While the vast majority of physical therapists provide patients with appropriate services and submit proper claims for payment with accurate information, the payment system and regulatory environment is complex and lack of knowledge can put therapists at risk for billing errors that could be considered fraud, waste, or abuse. This self-directed reading course explains the difference between fraud, waste, and abuse and provides the information necessary to comply with relevant laws and regulations that affect payment. Topics covered include laws governing a PTs relationships with payers, referral sources, and patients, evidence-based practice and ethics/professionalism, and the basic elements of a compliance program. 1. Distinguish between fraud, abuse, and waste 2. Identify the 5 federal fraud and abuse laws important for physical therapists to know 3. Identify inappropriate billing, coding, and documentation practices 4. Identify improper relationships with physicians and other referral sources 5. Recall the 7 core elements that form the basis for developing a compliance program 6. 6. 6. Locate resources to help them take action if there is a problem.

1.0 Free CEUs for Physical Therapists

Aquatic Physical Therapy

Aquatic Physical Therapy Competency Course: Historical Perspective of Aquatic Physical Therapy- This course provides a historical overview of key periods, places and uses related to water as a therapeutic medium prior to the emergence of physical therapy. This course will introduce participants to the use of water as a therapeutic medium prior to the emergence of Modern Aquatic Therapy. The establishment of the Aquatic Physical Therapy Section will also be discussed. Describe use of water as a therapeutic medium in ancient times, middle ages, early spas and hydrotherapy in Europe and the United States. Identify key periods, places and uses related to water as a therapeutic medium in the earlier history of physical therapy Aquatic Physics. Identify physical principles of water as they relate to rehabilitation in the water. Apply the principles of aquatic physics to improve aquatic physical therapy interventions. Apply knowledge of aquatic principles to improve physical therapy outcomes.

1.0 Free CEUs for Physical Therapists

Workforce Skills- Managing Conflict

Workforce Skills- Conflict Management -Any work situation involves juggling diverse tasks and interacting with a variety of different people. This course reviews the sources of potential conflict in the workplace along with effective conflict resolution strategies you can use to keep your work environment productive and professional.
Describe sources of potential conflict.
Identify the stages of conflict.
Recognize and use different approaches for handling conflict effectively.


1.0 Free CEUs for Physical Therapists

3 Free CEUs for Physical Therapists- Understanding the Complications, Medications, & Management of Diabetes

Diabetes and the Implications for the Physical Therapist- Diabetes occurs in 25 million people in this country; seven million people unaware that they have it. Complications of diabetes can be deadly, and proper diagnosis and management are crucial. Physical therapists in homecare, inpatient, and outpatient services will increasingly encounter patients with this disease. Proper understanding of complications, medications, and management is crucial in providing patient care.
1. Type 1 and type 2 diabetes: their definition and their differences. 2. Proper diagnosis of type 1 and type 2 diabetes and monitoring of patients.
3. Disease states associated with diabetes.
4. Diabetes medications and side effects, as well as non-drug therapy.
5. Safe performance of physical therapy to patients with diabetes.

3.0 Free CEUs for Physical Therapists

Understanding Complex Regional Pain Syndrome

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome List all of the criteria required to establish work-relatedness for an occupational disease. Describe the risk factors that may help prevent Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). Understand the symptoms and signs of CRPS. Explain the treatment plan for patients with CRPS.

1.0 Free CEUs for Physical Therapists

FlexCEUs

Biofeedback

Biofeedback- The term biofeedback came about in the 1960s largely through the studies of Neal Miller. In 1969, the Biofeedback Research Society (now known as the Applied Association for Psychophysiology and Biofeedback) was formed to unify the new field. Healthcare professionals across disciplines may find it helpful to include biofeedback in their treatment repertoire, especially when treating those with chronic pain or other lifestyle disorders. Stress assessment and teaching relaxation techniques are often important steps toward helping these patients. There are many methods of biofeedback, including heart-rate variability, surface electromyography, skin temperature, skin conductance and electroencephalography. Common ailments treated with some efficacy using biofeedback include chronic pain/headache, anxiety, ADHD, hypertension, seizure disorders, and urinary incontinence. Explain the correlation between stress and illness, as well as relaxation techniques for stress management. Describe the basic set-up and application of the most common methods of biofeedback. Identify three common ailments treated using biofeedback.

1.0 Free CEUs for Physical Therapists

Free until 10/20/15 Gannet Healthcare Education

Temporal Processing and Motor Function

Introduction to Clinical Application of Interactive Metronome- This informative presentation will challenge you to think about the effectiveness & efficiency of the services you provide to your patients and students. There are numerous peer-reviewed clinical studies that clarify the role of timing in the brain (or what is referred to as temporal processing) to a wide array of human cognitive & motor abilities in both children and adults, including attention/concentration, working memory, executive functions (planning, organizing, self-evaluating, self-control), cognitive processing and speed, speech production and auditory processing, language, reading, learning, and motor control/coordination. You will learn the importance of addressing underlying deficits in timing & rhythm to improve neural efficiency in order to accelerate and exceed expected outcomes. The Interactive Metronome is a patented intervention that improves timing in the brain & body. An overview of the clinical application of Interactive Metronome relevant to a variety of allied health and educational disciplines will be discussed.

1.0  Free CEUs for Physical Therapists

Provided free of charge by: Interactive Metronome

Shoulder Rehab

Shoulder Rehab 114 - Summarize the relationship between glenohumeral internal rotation deficit(GIRD), SLAP tears, posterior impingement, scapula dyskinesis and shoulder micro-instability. Effectively diagnose SLAP tears, posterior impingement, scapula dyskinesis and shoulder mico-instability using screening and clinical tests. Cite common pitching pathomechanics and describe their association with specific elbow injuries. Paraphrase the peel back model for SLAP tears. Relate proper pitching biomechanics with injury prevention strategies for the adolescent overhead athlete.

1.0 Free CEUs for Physical Therapists

Offered by: Chiro Credit

West Nile Virus- An Overview

West Nile Virus- Explain the mechanism of transmission of infections of West Nile virus.
Describe the signs and symptoms of West Nile virus fever and diseases.
Discuss the treatment of West Nile virus infections.
Identify measures for the prevention of West Nile virus infections.

1.0  Free CEUs for Physical Therapists

Free until 9/30/14

Presented by Wild Iris:

Neuromuscular Stimulation- 2 Free Contact Hours

Electrical Stimulation Modalities (TENS, Interferential, Neuromuscular Stimulation)
This Intermediate Level course guides learners through the general considerations and specific applications/treatment techniques with proven research for three (3) contemporary and popular electrical stimulation modalities (e.g. TENS, Interferential Estim, and Neuromuscular NMES). The purpose of this continuing education course is to teach the learner how to safely, effectively and efficiently apply electrical stimulation modality treatments.

2.0 Free CEUs for Physical Therapists & PTAs

Sponsored by Relais Learning, formerly Care2Learn

8 Free Contact Hours- Parkinson's Disease

Parkinson's Disease: A Practical Approach to Evaluation & Treatment for the Physical Therapist- Presented by the Parkinson's Disease Foundation in collaboration with American Parkinson Disease Association, American Physical Therapy Association and Visiting Nurse Service of New York.

There are nearly one million people living in the United States with Parkinson’s disease. This means that physical therapists (PTs) in most practice settings will be managing individuals with Parkinson’s disease as a primary diagnosis or as a co-morbidity. Join your colleagues and nationally recognized experts to discuss current evidencebased approaches to effectively evaluate and treat individuals with Parkinson’s disease. Participants will return to their clinical practice armed with a toolbox of evaluation and treatment options spanning the continuum of care, as well as a current guide to resources for themselves and their patients.

Module 1: Understanding Parkinson's Disease and the Growth of Physical Therapy as a Viable Treatment Option
Module 2: Understanding the Impact of Exercise on the Brain and Choosing Outcome Measures to Capture Change Following Exercise
Module 3: Evidence-Based Physical Therapy Intervention for Persons with Parkinson's Disease
Module 4: Maximizing Patient Outcomes For Patients with Parkinson's: Exploring Options and Creating Connections between Patient, Family, Health Care, and Community

8.0 Free CEUs for Physical Therapists- 2.0 CEUs/module.

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Distal Radius Fractures

Understanding Distal Radius Fractures- A fracture of the distal radius could happen while skiing, hiking, or even house cleaning. It is one of the most common fracture sites of the upper extremity. The goal of this course is to provide PTs with information regarding the epidemiology, relevant anatomy, boney healing process, and complications associated with distal radius fractures so that a successful rehabilitation program can be instituted.
List three risk factors for developing a distal radius fracture.
Describe appropriate treatments through the various stages of bone healing.
Recognize three complications of a distal radius fracture.

1.0  Free CEUs for Physical Therapists

Free until 12/31/14

Presented by: Gannett Healthcare Group