Some of the most challenging injuries to treat are the ones we cannot see; concussions are no exception. Whether you are the first point of contact after a head injury or are involved in subsequent care, your patients are counting on you to help them navigate their recovery and treatment process.
We have assembled a team of six clinical experts for this in-depth and evidence-based course to provide a foundation in treating concussions and the aftereffects. You’ll learn:- How to identify signs of a concussion and when further assessment is needed
- What happens to the brain for a concussion diagnosis
- Clear assessment criteria for activity progression and return to activity after a concussion
- Evidence-based interventions to address dizziness, headaches, motion/light sensitivity, neck pain and more!
Join our multi-disciplinary team of experts as they guide you in resolving the biggest challenges of working with concussion patients.
You’ll discover treatment strategies for vestibular, vision, cervical spine involvement and SO much more!
No matter your level of experience, this course will give you tools that you can implement immediately.
Concussion Management:
A Multi-Disciplinary Approach to Evaluation, Treatment and Return to Activity
$359.94
Value
Just $149.99 Today — Unbelievable Savings!Earn up to 6 CE Hours included in the course tuition.
Click here for Credit details | Click here for course objectives and outline
Click here for Credit details | Click here for course objectives and outline
Course Outline
General Impact on the Brain
Sherrie All, PhD | Click here for information about Sherrie All
- Mechanics of traumatic brain injury
- Dispelling myths about CTE
- Expected and unexpected cognitive declines
- Cognitive rehabilitation interventions for attention and executive function
- Multimodal treatment interventions: developing a comprehensive, person-centered treatment plan
Clinical & Sideline Concussion Screening and Assessment
Ed Le Cara, DC, PhD, ATC, CSCS | Click here for information about Edward Le Cara
- Best ways to evaluate head injury when you aren’t in clinic
- Screening tool to use immediately: neurological and balance exam
- Red flags and when to refer
Visual Complaints of Concussion
Robert Constantine, OTR/L | Click here for information about Robert Constantine
Many of the complaints following concussion are rooted in the visual system.
- Investigate the anatomy of visual complaints
- Assessing common ocular motor defects
- Saccades
- Tracking
- Near point convergence
- New point of accommodation
- When to refer to a neuro-optometrist
Vestibular Management
Jamie Miner, PT, DPT, GCS | Click here for information about Jamie Miner
With the challenge of balancing activity and rest, it can be difficult to determine how quickly to progress your patient through their treatment plan. These strategies will help you to effectively measure a patient’s progress and implement vestibular, oculomotor and exertion exercise training. With a broad range of treatments, you’ll learn techniques that can be applied with patients across the lifespan.
Manual Therapy for Post-Concussion Headache
Theresa A. Schmidt, PT, DPT, MS, OCS, LMT, CEAS | Click here for information about Theresa A. Schmidt
Manual therapy can be the difference between success and failure when hyper irritation of the nervous system and musculoskeletal limitations contribute to chronic pain. With these fast and easy to apply manual interventions, you can quickly release tension and irritation!
- Positional release (PRT)
- Myofascial release (MFR), Soft tissue mobilization (STM)
- Craniosacral therapy (CST)
- Joint mobilization
- Muscle energy technique
Safely Returning the Concussed Athlete to Play
Mitch Hauschildt, MA, ATC, CSCS | Click here for information about Mitch Hauschildt
Athletes who suffer concussions are three times as likely to sustain another concussion in the future as compared to those who are concussion free. This high likelihood of a re-injury makes the return to play process extremely important. You’ll investigate return to play testing and gradual return to activity for athletes of all ages, as well as some new and innovative ideas for assisting the healing process.
Concussion Management:
A Multi-Disciplinary Approach to Evaluation, Treatment and Return to Activity
A Multi-Disciplinary Approach to Evaluation, Treatment and Return to Activity
$359.94
Value
Just $149.99 Today — Unbelievable Savings!Earn up to 6 CE Hours included in the course tuition.
Click here for Credit details | Click here for course objectives and outline
Click here for Credit details | Click here for course objectives and outline
Meet Your Experts
Sherrie All, PhD, is a licensed clinical neuropsychologist who has specialized in treating people with dementia, Parkinson's disease, TBI, MS, and other neurological disorders for over a decade. Dr. All is the founder and director of the Chicago Center for Cognitive Wellness, a private neuropsychology practice specializing in cognitive rehabilitation and brain health. The evidence-based cognitive rehabilitation interventions she uses have helped hundreds of adults experiencing cognitive declines improve their thinking skills, expand their functional independence, and enhance their brain health.
Click here for information about Sherrie All.
Click here for information about Sherrie All.
Ed Le Cara, DC, PhD, ATC, CSCS, has been helping individuals overcome pain and return to activity for over 20 years. With an extensive work history and educational background, he combines his experience as an Army Medic, Strength & Conditioning Specialist, Chiropractor and Researcher to provide the most evidence-based and effective treatment programming. Engulfed in ways to improve patient outcomes, he stays on top of the current trends in rehabilitation through research and education of other providers. With a keen interest in strength and conditioning, blood flow restriction training has been at the top of his studies for the past three years. His love for rehabilitation came about when he tore three ligaments in his knee while wrestling in college. After his athletic trainer, strength coach, and chiropractor helped him quickly and effectively return to the mat, he knew he wanted to commit his life to helping others return to activities they love. He currently resides in Dallas, TX, and treats patients out of his multi-disciplinary clinic, Body Lounge Park Cities. In addition, he teaches evidence-based sports medicine therapy internationally and consults with many health and fitness companies on programming, education, and bringing high-quality products to market.
Click here for information about Edward Le Cara.
Click here for information about Edward Le Cara.
Robert Constantine, OTR/L, is an occupational therapist with nearly 20 years of experience in the fields of visual and neurological rehabilitation. Mr. Constantine is employed by the Pearl Nelson Child Development Center, where he focuses on the treatment of eye movement disorders in neurotypical and special needs children. Mr. Constantine’s passion leads him to intensive studying of the visual system and continuous searches for new ways to improve patient outcomes.
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Click here for information about Robert Constantine.
Jamie Miner, PT, DPT, GCS, provides specialized services to many SNFs. She has experience in home health, acute care, outpatient vestibular rehab and fall prevention, acute rehab, sub-acute rehab, and long-term care. Additionally, she serves as a clinical instructor to many doctoral physical therapy students and as an adjunct professor at Shenandoah University and Campbell University. Jamie graduated with a BS degree in PT from UNC Chapel Hill, a DPT from Shenandoah University, and earned her vestibular certification at Emory University in March 2003.
Click here for information about Jamie Miner.
Click here for information about Jamie Miner.
Theresa Schmidt, PT, DPT, MS, OCS, LMT, CEAS, is President of Educise Resources continuing education, and of Flex Physical Therapy in Dartmouth-Sunapee, NH. A board-certified Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy, Expert Witness, massage therapist, and coach with over 30 years’ experience in clinical practice and education, she integrates best evidence-based practices of manual therapy and orthopedic rehab, with complementary medicine approaches for outstanding peak performance. She graduated Long Island University’s Masters Physical Therapy Program with Highest Honors, and received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy Program at University of New England. She served as faculty at Touro College Physical Therapy Programs, Nassau CC and CUNY Queens College in NY. Dr. Schmidt presented for International Fascia Research Congress, American Physical, Occupational, and Massage Therapy Associations, NASA Inomedic Health, Johns Hopkins, Cleveland Clinic and medical centers across North America. She is a published author, Reiki Master Instructor, and integrative medicine clinician.
Click here for information about Theresa A. Schmidt.
Click here for information about Theresa A. Schmidt.
Mitch Hauschildt, MA, ATC, CSCS, has 20 years of experience as an athletic trainer and certified strength and conditioning specialist. Mr. Hauschildt obtained both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of South Dakota. He serves as the prevention, rehab, and physical performance coordinator at Missouri State University, and has also served as the strength and conditioning coach for both men’s and women’s basketball and volleyball.
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Click here for information about Mitch Hauschildt.
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Concussion Management:
A Multi-Disciplinary Approach to Evaluation, Treatment and Return to Activity
$359.94
Value
Just $149.99 Today — Unbelievable Savings!Earn up to 6 CE Hours included in the course tuition.
Click here for Credit details | Click here for course objectives and outline
Click here for Credit details | Click here for course objectives and outline