The PT & OT Connection Podcast

Agents of Neuroplastic Change: Redefining the PT & OT Mindset in Neuro Rehab

Do you feel frustrated with the outdated models of PT and OT practice in neurologic rehab? Change is happening in the professions and as therapists, we need to be at the forefront of knowledge dissemination and advocacy! This course will provide up to date information on how PT/OT interventions directly impact neurologic recovery and empower clinicians to act as agents of neuroplastic change.   To view accreditation information and access completion requirements to receive a certificate for completing this course, please click here [https://summit-education.com/course/AANCLM.1.1CREDIT/details].   The content of this Summit podcast is provided only for educational and training purposes for licensed physical therapists and occupational therapists. This content should not be used as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others.

Sprains, Strains and Contusions: Current Evidence for Rehabilitation of Acute Soft Tissue Injuries

Frustrated with attempts to manage rehab patients with soft tissue injuries? Overwhelmed at the amount of evidence regarding modalities for these injuries? Imagine being able to spend one hour and gain an understanding of the current evidence for treatment of sprains/strains and soft tissue injuries. This podcast is a concise look at the evidence for management of soft tissue injuries and includes a deep dive into modalities which are used to help the rehab process.   To view accreditation information and access completion requirements to receive a certificate for completing this course, please click here [https://summit-education.com/course/ASTIPF.1.1CREDIT/details].   The content of this Summit podcast is provided only for educational and training purposes for licensed physical therapists and occupational therapists. This content should not be used as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others.

OASIS E1-Functional Scores, Hospitalization Risk, and Cognition

Accurate OASIS coding is essential for all home health clinicians due to the impact that coding has on reimbursement. With the CMS plan to move to a universal outcome measure for all post-acute settings, OASIS will become an important tool beyond home health. Payment through PDGM is driven not only by improvement of quality indicators but through a complicated calculation of risk adjustment driven by baseline functional scores, acute cognitive changes, and hospitalization risk. This course will provide easy to use methods that will improve a clinician’s ability to provide accurate coding to these sections of OASIS E1.   To view accreditation information and access completion requirements to receive a certificate for completing this course, please click here [https://summit-education.com/course/AOFSAM.1.1CREDIT/details].   The content of this Summit podcast is provided only for educational and training purposes for licensed physical therapists and occupational therapists. This content should not be used as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others.

Push in Versus Pull-out School Based Therapy

Are you confused about the difference between push-in and pull-out therapy?  Do you have a basic understanding of each model, but are confused which one is best for your students?  In this course you will learn the difference in these two types of therapy models, the benefits, and drawbacks to each one, and which type is a better fit for your student(s). You will also learn how federal laws shape and impact the type of services therapists provide.  This workshop will use evidence-based practice and effective teaching methods to give learners relevant information to incorporate into their practice setting. Learners will be able to understand and explain the different therapy models within the school setting.  This workshop is aimed at school-based providers.   To view accreditation information and access completion requirements to receive a certificate for completing this course, please click here [https://summit-education.com/course/APVPVW.1.1CREDIT].   The content of this Summit podcast is provided only for educational and training purposes for licensed physical therapists and occupational therapists. This content should not be used as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others.

Physical Therapy Approaches to Migraine Management

By exploring the role of physical therapy in the assessment and treatment of migraines, we will examine the underlying musculoskeletal and neurological factors that contribute to migraine symptoms and learn evidence-based interventions that support pain reduction and improved quality of life. Topics include postural assessment, manual therapy techniques, exercise prescription, relaxation and breathing strategies, and patient education. Emphasis is placed on integrating physical therapy into an interdisciplinary care model and tailoring treatment plans to individual patient needs.   To view accreditation information and access completion requirements to receive a certificate for completing this course, please click here [https://summit-education.com/course/AMIGKD.1.1CREDIT].   The content of this Summit podcast is provided only for educational and training purposes for licensed physical therapists and occupational therapists. This content should not be used as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others.