Treating Balance Impairment in the Neurological PopulationCourse OutlineThis two-day interactive course is designed to improve the skills of the clinician treating neurologically involved patients presenting with balance problems. This course integrates balance disorder research findings into the examination and treatment of individuals with neurological deficits. In-depth discussion of stroke, Parkinson’s Disease, head trauma and multiple sclerosis are covered to assist the clinician in developing a thorough understanding of the interrelationship of preexisting neurological impairments and balance disorders. The balance treatment lab will allow participants the opportunity to practice many of the techniques discussed in this course. This course will cover: concepts of balance, postural control and motor learning, a systematic approach to evaluating balance in patients with neurological disorders, outcome measures, case study presentations, recent research correlations between balance disorders and the neurologically impaired and treatment development for increasing functional abilities. Therapists are presented with the tools necessary to apply the information immediately in the clinical setting and to develop a comprehensive evaluation process and treatment programs for increasing functional outcomes. This course is offered to physical therapists, physical therapy assistants, occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants. Course Objectives • Apply current concepts of motor learning, balance
and postural control with neurological diseases such as: stroke,
Parkinson’s Disease, head
trauma, and multiple sclerosis. Schedule of instruction
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Linda Horn, PT, DScPT, MHS, NCS is the Research and Regulatory Compliance Coordinator at St. Agnes Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. She has over 19 years of clinical experience in a variety of clinical settings including acute, outpatient and home care. She became a Neurologic Certified Specialist by the American Physical Therapy Association in 1993. Her primary area of expertise is in the area of balance and vestibular disorders in the adult population, particularly with the geriatric population. She has presented numerous continuing education seminars and poster presentations on these topics. Linda is also an adjunct instructor at the University of Maryland in Baltimore, where she graduated in 1984. |
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