Brain Day PLUS Dementia Training

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Description

This virtual workshop starts with training including the assessment and diagnosis, effective communication strategies, and management and care planning of individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. Then this workshop offers a holistic perspective of the brain for PT/OT patient care. By seeing structural changes in the brain, clinicians have a greater appreciation for functional impairments and behavior. The role of inflammation, exercise, and medications relevant to the brain are highlighted in this workshop as key considerations in our selection and progression of therapeutic interventions.

Instruction level: Various
CE contact hours: 3.0 (IL) *** Duration: 2.5 hours
Intended audience: PTs, PTAs, OTs, OTAs

Topics

• Impact of inflammation on brain function
• Medication side effects/adverse drug reactions and potential nutrient depletion that may impact brain function and PT/OT rehab progressions
• Lifestyle education specific to brain health as a component of rehab
• Benefits of exercise for brain health and healing
• Brain SPECT images of brain dysfunction related to injury, dementia, sleep apnea, and more

Objectives

By the completion of this course the participant will be able to correctly:

1. Describe optimal effects of exercise on the brain.
2. Recognize common medications that may impact brain function.
3. Discuss contributors to inflammation that are associated with brain dysfunction.

Dementia Training

Description

According to Public Act 102-0399 "For license or registration renewals occurring on or after January 1, 2023, a health care professional who has continuing education requirements must complete at least a one-hour course in training on the diagnosis, treatment, and care of individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias per renewal period. This training shall include, but not be limited to, assessment and diagnosis, effective communication strategies, and management and care planning. This requirement shall only apply to health care professionals who provide health care services to, and have direct patient interactions with, adult populations age 26 or older in the practice of their profession."

Join us for this relevant and unique educational event -- it's more than information, this is training to enhance another important awareness skill!

Instruction level: Basic
CE contact hours: 1.0 (IL) *** Duration 1.0 hours
Intended audience: PTs, PTAs, OTs, OTAs

Dementia Training Topics

• Assessment and diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias
• Effective communication strategies with diagnosed individuals and caregivers
• Management and care planning relevant to PT/OT practice settings for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias

Objectives

By the completion of this course the participant will be able to correctly:

1. Describe updated diagnostic guidelines for the three stages of Alzheimer's disease including the core clinical criteria for the diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment.
2. Identify key components in the management and support of individuals with cognitive impairment, Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.

IMPORTANT! 2-3 days prior to the CE event, you will receive your CE materials and Zoom registration link by email. This gives you the opportunity to preview, download or print, save, and refer back to the information at any time. If you do not receive your CE material please contact us before the day of the course or workshop.

Presenter

Sheryl Poremba, PT, CCM

Sheryl focuses on the practical, most direct treatments for her patients to see immediate results.  Her exceptional clinical experience and teaching background enables her to actively involve her patients in their treatment program.  Sheryl has used several key tools/props extensively in acute care, home health, and outpatient settings, including a variety of foam rolls, the Magic Circle, yoga blocks, straps, and STM tools.  She has introduced them to hundreds of clinicians during the last 30 years to help them individualize treatment with every patient.

With a strong foundation in PNF from Northwestern University (PT school) and the Institute of Physical Art, Sheryl has added the Pilates Method and principles of Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement lessons to her rehab, exercise, and movement repertoire.  She has also been incorporating  ... read complete bio

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Contact Information

Rehab Connections
Physical Therapy
and
Education and Training Center
14901 S. Founders Crossing, Homer Glen, IL 60491
Phone: (708) 301-9933

Registration: 8:00 am - 8:30 am
Workshop: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm

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Tuition: $108

After the event and when your Evaluation has been completed you will receive an email containing your Certificate of Attendance indicating the CE contact hours completed.  If you are unable to attend the entire course or workshop, you will receive an amended certificate indicating your actual hours of attendance.

Seating is limited. Please register early!
Registrations are accepted by phone if paying by credit card. For more information about the courses offered by Rehab Connections please call (708) 301-9933.

Rehab Connections reserves the right to modify the content and the scheduled speakers when circumstances are beyond our control.

Rehab Connections is an approved continuing education sponsor through the State of Illinois; PT License No: 216-000101; OT License No: 224-000048.

Cancellations:
Registration fee, less a $50 administration fee per session, is refunded if notice of cancellation is received more than 7 days in advance of the course or workshop. Cancellations made less than 7 days in advance of the course or workshop date forfeit the entire tuition fee. Tuition can be transferred to another individual or another course or workshop, one time only. No transfer, refund or credit will be given for cancellation 3 days or less before the workshop or course, or when handouts or other CE materials are available electronically, including but not limited to emailed or downloadable pdf documents.
Rehab Connections reserves the right to cancel the course or workshop up to 3 days prior to the course. Rehab Connections will not be responsible for any charges incurred by the registrant due to the cancellation of the CE event, other than the course or workshop tuition.

No transfer, refund or credit will be given for any discounted course or workshop, such as specials, deals, introductory price, group discounts, etc.

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