Translating the Science to Practice:
Neuroplasticity and Motor Learning in Neurological Rehabilitation
(Distance Learning: Interactive)
Open to:
Physical Therapy (PT), Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA), Occupational Therapists (OT), Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTA), Speech Language Pathologists (SLP), Nursing
Course Date:
Saturday, October 31, 2020
Time:
Registration at 7:30 a.m., Course from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location:
Registration:
Recommended pre-course activity:
Handouts:
Electronic handouts available for all attendees, as the presenters make them available.
Feedback:
After the conclusion of the course, you will receive an electronic course evaluation form via the email you used to register for the course. Complete this course evaluation form and attest that you participated fully in the requirements for the course. Once completed, you will receive an email verification for your CEU/CCU record keeping.
Review of the concepts of neuroplasticity and its relationship to motor learning and recovery of function
Identify and understand historical and current motor learning theories/models
Examine supporting and contradictory evidence for each model
Apply motor learning models to clinical examples in current treatment approaches
Compare/contrast the motor learning approach to other past and current treatment approaches
Critically appraise current motor learning research
Identify the active ingredients necessary to drive neuroplasticity
Compare and contrast current standard of care with optimal rehabilitation as defined by literature
Integrate motor learning concepts into treatment planning with actual patient cases
Evaluate and revise treatment plans of care based on motor learning principlesFormulate treatment activities and plans of care that incorporate the concepts identified as critical for neuroplasticity
Formulate treatment activities and plans of care that incorporate the concepts identified as critical for neuroplasticity