One Session for 4 Contact Hours (.4 CEUs)
July 18, 2023
5:40 pm EST • 4:40 pm CST • 3:40 pm MST • 2:40 pm PST (US)
The presentation will provide evidence-based clinical pathways for management of infant head shape. Differential diagnosis that may lead to head shape differences will be explored.
Complete One Session for 4 Contact Hours (.4 CEUs)
July 18, 2023
5:40 pm EST • 4:40 pm CST • 3:40 pm MST • 2:40 pm PST (US)
Taught by Anjali Gupta, PT, MSPT, CLT
Don’t miss Cindy Miles’: Torticollis: Assessment & Treatment of Infants & Children: Impact on the Movement System of Infants and Beyond
Register for the Torticollis webinar, and receive a discount on this Plagiocephaly Course!
REGISTER FIRST for:
Torticollis: Assessment and Treatment of Infants and Children-Impact on the Movement System of Infants and Beyond (offered several times in 2023)
| June 23 and 24, 2023 | September 11, 13, 18, 20, 2023
THEN, look for a code in your registration receipt to register for this additional 4-hour, Plagiocephaly live webinar at the discounted price of $129.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Learning opportunities for therapists and medical professionals involved in pediatrics will transpire through lecture, case reports, group problem solving, video review. The extensive use of pictures and videos throughout the four hours will allow participates to problem solve head shape providing functional ways to evaluate and treat. The presentation will provide evidence-based clinical pathways for management of infant head shape. Differential diagnosis that may lead to head shape differences will be explored. Discussion will concentrate on progressive, effective evaluation and treatment schemes for infants with a diagnosis of plagiocephaly, including challenging cases. Current research and recommendations pertaining to the implications of plagiocephaly and increased use of positional devices will be discussed and incorporated. Red flags for related early infancy and preschool consequences will be appraised. Emphasis on home exercise programs, effective strategies, and long term follow-up to team with parents will be explored.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
AUDIENCE: Physical, Occupational & Speech Therapists; Nurses, including NICU, Nurse Practitioners, Orthotists, Physician Assistants, and Physicians
INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL:
As defined by the APTA; Intermediate – Assumes that participants have a general familiarity with topic (associated diagnosis of torticollis and the environmental changes on head shape). The focus is on increased understanding of differential diagnosis
Cindy Miles, PT, PhD. PCS, CNDT established her pediatric private practice in 1981. Dr. Miles is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh, School of Health Related Professionals and East Stroudsburg University with a Master of Education in exercise physiology. She also holds a PhD in Pediatric Science from the Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions. Her doctoral research was on potential risk factors related to the diagnosis of Torticollis. She is Board Certified by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties as a Pediatric Clinical Specialist, specializing in treating children from birth through to young adults. Cindy completed the eight week Pediatric NeuroDevelopmental training course and the Advanced Infant course. Dr. Miles is serving as President of the Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy (APPT) and is presently the Co-Chair and Meeting Planner for the Academy’s Annual Conference (APPTAC). Dr. Miles presents nationally on pediatric private practice and reimbursement as well as nationally and internationally on Torticollis, Plagiocephaly, and Fitness for All Abilities. She has published in peer review journals and books on topics related to pediatric physical therapy. www.cindymiles.com or www.traintotriumph.com
"Cindy Miles was a very informative and knowledgeable presenter. She kept everyone engaged with personal case studies and treatment ideas. I will definitely be using her strategies with my patients!" - -Jeanette Palacios, OT
Excellent course. I learned so much and could put it to practice immediately. -Lourdes S., OT
Cindy Miles was engaging as an instructor - very practical, specific, organized, logical in her approach re: parents and in presenting realistic strategies. Well-supported research resources provided. -Jodi O., PT
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This course meets the criteria for 4 contact hours (0.4 CEUs) Intermediate Level.
Education Resources Inc. is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 02999. This Distance Learning-Interactive course is offered at 4 contact hours 0.4 CEUs. (Intermediate level, OT Service Delivery). AOTA does not endorse specific course content, products, or clinical procedures.
This course can be used toward your NBCOT renewal requirements for 4 units.
Approved provider of the FL Board of Occupational Therapy-CE Broker – 4.5 hrs. This course meets the approval of the TX Board of OT Examiners.
Application has been made to the FL Physical Therapy Association for 4.5 continuing education contact hours.
Approved by the MD Board of Physical Therapy Examiners. Approval by the MN Board of Physical Therapy. Approved by the NJ Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
Approved sponsor by the State of IL Department of Financial and Professional Regulation for Physical Therapy for 4.5 contact hours. Application has been made to Illinois EI Training Program. Approved provider by the NY State Board of Physical Therapy for 4.5 contact hours (0.45 CEUs).
Education Resources, Inc. is an approved provider for Physical Therapy CEUs in the following states: CA, KY, OK and TX.
The following state boards of physical therapy accept other states’ approval: AK, AR, AZ, DC, DE, GA, HI, ID, IN, KS, MA, MI, MO, MS, NC, OR, PA, RI, SC, UT, VA, VT, WI, WY. The following state boards of physical therapy either do not require course pre-approval or do not require CEUs for re-licensure: AL, CO, CT, IA, ME, MT, NE, ND, NH, SD, WA.
4 hours of this course qualify towards the discipline-specific hours for the 20-hour requirement for NDTA re-certification. They do NOT qualify towards the 8-hour NDTA Instructor requirement for re-certification.
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