Instructor(s):

Hypes Barbara

Price:

$575.00

Optional Material(s):

				Treating the Child Who Presents With Hypotonia DVD $75.00 More Details >>
				Treating the Motivated Ambulator DVD: Formerly Gait-Part I Videotape $75.00 More Details >>
				Facilitating Development & Sensorimotor Function - Treatment With the Ball (a Book) $40.00 More Details >>
				Treating the Reluctant Ambulator DVD: Formerly Gait-Part II Videotape $75.00 More Details >>
				Set of two Gait DVDs $125.00 More Details >>
				Set of Three Hypotonia DVD's $195.00 More Details >>

* Course materials will be shipped directly to the course and need to be ordered 2 weeks prior to the course date. After the 2 week deadline please call the office.

Session 1

April 16-18, 2010
Charlotte, NC
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Session 2

June 11-13, 2010
Trumbull, CT
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Session 3

September 24-26 2010
Des Moines, IA
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Session 4

October 22-24, 2010
Nashville, TN
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Session 5

November 19-21, 2010
Watertown, MA
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Course Description:

This three day intensive workshop on treating the child with hypotonia will focus on specific strategies to improve motor control in this population. Techniques to improve proximal control, sustained postural movements against gravity, and symmetrical alignment will be demonstrated through use of videotapes, as well as patient demonstrations and practice labs. Participants will learn treatment strategies to improve functional performance and independence in children with hypotonia.
Down Syndrome
DCD (developmental coordination disorders)
Cerebral Palsy
Genetic Disorders
Seizure Disorders
Enrollment is limited


• GOALS & OBJECTIVES •
The participant will be able to:
• Discuss the underlying motor organization issues seen in hypotonia.
• Plan and implement a therapy program for the hypotonic child.
• Analyze movement patterns of the hypotonic child.
• Determine which muscles the hypotonic child overuses for stability.
• Practice a variety of facilitation techniques for head control, upper and lower extremity control, and general posture.

What others are saying:


“Barbara continues to be excited about pediatric physical therapy and passionate about her treatments and it shows in the way she presents. This course was realistic, informative, and treatment-focused. As a new therapist, I am leaving this course with a lot of new treatment ideas that I can immediately apply to my caseload.” Danika Nice, Physical Therapist


“Barbara delivers a brilliant and captivating seminar.” Don Ludwig, Physical Therapist


“Barbara is a very dynamic speaker. She provides practical and meaningful information that is easy to understand. I can’t wait to apply my new found knowledge to my caseload.” Laura Arduino, Physical Therapist