Monthly Archives: December 2013

PT looking for Suggestions for IEP Goal Writing for the Autistic Population

Posted on December 19, 2013 by Mandy Washington

Kristen, PT, Posts: DEAR ERI COMMUNITY: I am a school related PT working with kids in cyber school setting. I worked in the school setting following college for several years and then took another several years off while raising my … Continue reading →

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OT’s – Strategies for Patients with TBI

Posted on December 16, 2013 by Mandy Washington

  People experiencing sensory issues can benefit from coping techniques       We would like to share this article from Advance Magazine http://occupational-therapy.advanceweb.com/Features/Articles/Strategies-for-Patients-with-TBI.aspx “Patients with traumatic brain injuries (TBI) face many obstacles on their road to recovery. Dealing with … Continue reading →

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Making the Case for Respiratory Muscle Training in Routine Physical Therapy Practice

Posted on December 12, 2013 by Mandy Washington

The reported clinical benefits of respiratory muscle training include improved pressure generation by the respiratory muscles, reduced dyspnea, increased functional activity and endurance, and heightened athletic performance. However, respiratory muscle training has not yet been widely adopted into routine physical … Continue reading →

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NEW CEU course – Vestibular and Balance Rehabilitation in Post Concussion Syndrome

Posted on December 6, 2013 by Mandy Washington

Master Clinician Gaye Cronin presents this NEW course in 2014: Vestibular and Balance Rehabilitation in Post Concussion Syndrome (PCS) The course will focus on assessment and treatment for vestibular, sensory organization, ocular motor, reflex integration, postural stability, and otolithic displacement and is designed … Continue reading →

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Physical Therapist is Seeking your Thoughts and Experiences on Intervention for Acute Concussions

Posted on December 4, 2013 by Mandy Washington

DEAR ERI COMMUNITY Pamela Posts: HiMy clinic has been hearing that doctors are referring patients with concussions for physical therapy. Is anyone out there doing rehab for concussions that is not just following a return to play per impact? I … Continue reading →

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PTA’s, are you looking for a CEU course?

Posted on December 3, 2013 by Mandy Washington

Mobilizing the Medically Complex ICU and Acute Care Patientwith Ellen Hillegass  Therapists are often challenged when presented with complex acute care patients who may have cardiovascular and/or pulmonary dysfunction or complications in addition to other medical conditions. Mobilizing these complex patients safely requires integration of … Continue reading →

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HAPPY HOLIDAYS – Discount Coupon for your next CEU Course Registration

Posted on December 2, 2013 by Mandy Washington

A Thank You to all our Loyal Blog Followers and the Warmest Wishes for the Holiday Season HAPPY HOLIDAYSFromEDUCATION RESOURCES Register now through December 30thand receive a $50 Discounttoward any conference fee Mention Code: “Holidays 2013” Please call the office … Continue reading →

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