Physical Therapy Course

Physical Therapy CourseThe Physical Therapy Course delivers practical, evidence-based knowledge on effectively assessing and treating individuals with Parkinson's disease.

Designed by expert physical therapists, clinicians, researchers, and educators in the Parkinson's space, this course uses video lectures and interactive learning to prepare physical therapy professionals to better understand how to deliver comprehensive Parkinson's care.


 

 

Syllabus

 

Chapter One
Overview of Parkinson's Disease & the Role of Exercise and Neuroplasticity
Minimum Seat Time:  2 hr, 20 min. 

Chapter Two
Physical Therapy Models of Care and Assessment
Minimum Seat Time:  3 hr, 8 min. 

Chapter Three
Exercise: Evidence & Application
Minimum Seat Time:  2 hr, 50 min. 

Chapter Four
Optimizing Gait, Balance, & Dual Tasking
Minimum Seat Time:  4 hr, 35 min. 

Chapter Five
Keeping the Body Moving in Late-Stage Parkinson’s
Minimum Seat Time:  1 hr, 10 min. 

Chapter Six
Instruction and Support for Care Partners​​​
Minimum Seat Time:  30 min. 

  

 

Learning Objectives

At the end of this course, the learner will be able to:

1. Differentiate between Parkinson’s disease and Parkinsonisms based on the cardinal signs, as well as motor and non-motor symptoms, of PD.

2. Explain the role and importance of neurorehabilitation for improving motor performance in PD.

3. Describe the elements of a secondary prevention approach as a model of care in the treatment of persons with Parkinson's disease.

4. Demonstrate the core set of outcome measures recommended by the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy EDGE (Evidence Database to Guide Effectiveness) Task Force in the care of persons with Parkinson's disease.

5. Design programs for people with PD based on aerobic and resistance training research findings for both intensity and overload.

6. Build an interdisciplinary care team for optimal quality of life for people with PD and their families.

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 15.00 Participation
  • 15.00 Physical Therapist
Course opens: 
03/01/2023
Course expires: 
03/01/2026
Cost:
$139.00
Rating: 
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Faculty Member(s)

Heather Cianci, PT, MS, GCS

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Lee Dibble, PT, PhD, ATC, FAPTA

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Gammon Earhart, PT, PhD, FAPTA

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Terry Ellis, PhD, PT, FAPTA

has a financial relationship (Grant/Research Support) with MedRhythms Inc;.

Joellyn Fox, DPT

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Debbie Hanka, DPT

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Fay Horak, PhD, PT

has a financial relationship (Owner/Employee) with APDM Wearable Technologies;.

Alice Nieuwboer, PhD, PT

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Sotirios Parashos, MD, PhD

has a financial relationship (Grant/Research Support) with IMPAX;.
has a financial relationship (Grant/Research Support) with Neuraly;.
has a financial relationship (Grant/Research Support) with Sun Pharma;.
has a financial relationship (Grant/Research Support) with Pharma2B;.
has a financial relationship (Grant/Research Support) with Aptinyx;.
has a financial relationship (Shareholder) with Abbott Laboratories;.
has a financial relationship (Grant/Research Support) with Abbvie;.
has a financial relationship (Grant/Research Support) with Praxis;.
has a financial relationship (Grant/Research Support) with Takeda;.

Giselle Petzinger, MD

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Margaret Schenkman, PT, PhD, FAPTA

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Maria Walde-Douglas, PT

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Rose Wichmann, PT

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.
Planning Committee(s)

Heather Cianci, PT, MS, GCS

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Terry Ellis, PhD, PT, FAPTA

has a financial relationship (Grant/Research Support) with MedRhythms Inc;.

Rose Wichmann, PT

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.
Planner(s)

Lisa Hoffman, MA

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.
Physical Therapists

This course has been approved by California Education Connection through the state of California for a maximum of 15.0 Contact Hours.

Approval number: CEC-1069

Start Date:  10/2/2023
End Date:  10/2/2026

 

Occupational Therapist

This course has been approved by California Education Connection through the state of California for a maximum of 15.0 Contact Hours.

Approval number: CEC-1069

Start Date:  10/2/2023
End Date:  10/2/2026


Commercial support
No commercial support was received for this activity.

Accreditation of this course does not necessarily imply the FPTA supports the views of the presenter or the sponsors. 

Available Credit

  • 15.00 Participation
  • 15.00 Physical Therapist
 
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Overview of Parkinson’s Disease & the Role of Exercise and Neuroplasticity
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Physical Therapy Models of Care and Assessment
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Exercise: Evidence & Application
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Optimizing Gait, Balance, & Dual Tasking
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Keeping the Body Moving in Late-Stage Parkinson’s
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Instruction and Support for Care Partners
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Cancellation Policy:

Cancellations can be made in advance of beginning the self-study course.  Full registrations fees will be returned minus credit card fees.  Once you’ve started the course, there will be no refund available.

In the event that the Parkinson’s Foundation must cancel the on-line course, all registration fees will be fully refunded.  Parkinson’s Foundation reserves the right to cancel the course due to unforeseen circumstances.