A Roadmap to Function: Neurologic Considerations of Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

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Benjamin J. White, PT, DPT, MBA, C/NDT, LSVT BIG Related seminars and products

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Benjamin White, PT, DPT, MBA, C/NDT, LSVT BIG, is an expert in neurological rehabilitation and clinical leadership. He has experience in leadership within multiple clinical settings including home health, skilled nursing, outpatient, acute, and inpatient rehab. He is known for generating both employee and patient satisfaction as they move toward their desired goals. His expertise lies specifically in the following diagnoses: stroke, Parkinson’s, concussion, and vestibular rehabilitation.

Dr. White has a history of physical therapy in the state of Texas for over a decade. He has owned his own practice and worked within multiple healthcare settings. He now serves as the market director representing inpatient rehab in the state of Tennessee for HCA Healthcare.

Dr. White is an award-winning clinical instructor, a renowned national speaker, and has published numerous articles on the topics of neuroplasticity and stroke. He has a history of serving the Parkinsonian population in their homes and in the community assisting them to return to their own desired optimal function from an emotional and functional realm.

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Benjamin White receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. He has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Benjamin White has no relevant non-financial relationships.

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Objectives

1. Critically analyze the differences between traditional neurological rehabilitation and evidence-based therapeutic approaches, and articulate how these differences impact functional outcomes in patients with Multiple Sclerosis.
2. Demonstrate the ability to apply their understanding of the neuroanatomy of Multiple Sclerosis and neuroplasticity principles to identify and address the root causes of functional impairments in patients, aiming to enhance mobility and daily living activities.
3. Develop and implement tailored, evidence-based rehabilitation plans that focus on individual patient goals, taking into consideration the unique challenges of fatigue and variability in disease presentation.

Outline

Introduction 

• Neuroanatomy of Multiple Sclerosis
• Stereotypical Therapy Offered to Patients with Multiple Sclerosis

So, What Who Cares? 

• Detailed Rationale for Altered Therapy Approach
• Common Pitfalls in Treatment

Salience 

• Patient Engagement
• Treatment Through a Functional Lens

Evidenced-Based Medicine

• Patient Preference
• Clinical Expertise
• Literature
• How This Applies to Treatment with MS

Vestibular System and Multiple Sclerosis  

• Dizziness and fall risk
• Vestibular rehab and quality of life

Saliency Implementation 

• Results
• Clinical Application for You and Your Facility 
   

Target Audience

    
• Athletic trainers
    
• Chiropractors
    
• Exercise Physiologists
    
• Nurse Practitioners
    
• Nurses, Occupational Therapists
    
• Occupational therapy assistants
    
• Physical Therapists
    
• Physical therapy assistants
    
• Physician Assistants, Physicians
    
• Strength and Conditioning Coaches
    
• Other Rehabilitation and Fitness Professionals