NEW! Live Webinar. Complete both Sessions for 14 Contact Hours (1.4 CEUs)
September 26 – 27, 2020
8:40 am EST • 7:40 am CST • 6:40 am MST • 5:40 am PST (US)
Description: This course will get you thinking about balance in a whole new light to make balance training effective and fun for you and your patients! You will learn how to isolate balance deficits in processing and motor output, screen for vestibular involvement, objectively identify fall risk, implement modifications to reduce fall risk, discover your creative side to developing effective treatment strategies, tailor exercises to meet the needs of your patients physical abilities in any setting, and understand how to teach safe falling techniques, to name a few. You will also learn about frequently missed components to a successful treatment program.
Objectives:
- Have an in-depth understanding of balance processing and strategies of recovery.
- Learn how to objectively identify and reduce fall risk.
- Learn new treatment techniques to isolate and challenge all sensory systems and all 4 balance reactions and reaction time for any patient in any setting.
- Learn how to teach patients safe falling techniques to minimize the risk of an injury.
Audience: This course is relevant for Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapist Assistants and any provider assessing and/or treating balance impairment or patients with fall risks.
Requirements: Audio and video capabilities for online viewing and participation.
Dr. Kim Fox, PT, DPT, began her career in the United States Air Force having served both active duty and reservists. She completed her Masters of Physical Therapy Degree at the University of Maryland at Baltimore, with special recognition for neurology and research, and received her Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Montana. Dr. Fox successfully completed the competency based vestibular course through Emory University and additionally holds several advanced vestibular coursework certificates from the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Fox has opened therapy clinics and currently owns Western Carolina Physical Therapy, and The Asheville Balance & Vestibular Center, specializing exclusively in the diagnostics and treatment of balance and vestibular disorders, bringing together a multidisciplinary team. Dr. Fox is on the editorial review board for the Vestibular Disorders Association (VEDA), is a published author for VEDA, implemented VestibularJobs.com in partnership with VEDA, is a member of the WNC Fall Prevention Coalition and teaches a variety of balance and vestibular courses. Disclosure: Financial: Dr. Fox receives a speaking fee from ERI for this course. Non-Financial: Dr. Fox is a volunteer unpaid consultant and receives free equipment for beta testing.
"Kim was a fantastic instructor. She kept everyone very
interested the entire time with great info and was very
engaging. I would definitely recommend this course to
anyone interested in balance and vestibular." -Nicole Miladd
"Kim is a brilliant instructor and a true leader and innovator
in the field of Vestibular and Concussion Assessment and
Treatment. Would highly recommend this course to all
medical professionals working with patients/clients 9-90." -T. Kassan
"Kim is a very engaging and knowledgeable instructor.
She takes the time to ensure her material is understood
and applies it to real-life situations! I would love to attend
another class!" -G. Courcelle
"Kim Fox was an excellent speaker. She is extremely
knowledgeable in the subjects of balance, vestibular and
concussion. She gave many resources for later use in the
clinic. The course content was excellent!" -C. Turrentine
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Continuing Education Hours for disciplines not listed below: 14 contact hours (1.4 CEUs). Intermediate level.
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