Management of the Hemiplegic Upper Extremity – 4 Hours

Description

Managing the hemiplegic upper extremity can be confusing even for experienced therapists. The best approach is to evaluate and treat the patient holistically based on evidence. This course will provide an overview of stroke and its impact on the hemiplegic upper extremity. It will also focus on the importance of the shoulder complex in the upper extremity’s function and the pain caused by stroke and subluxation. We will discuss outcome measures commonly used in practice and examined in the literature. Additionally, we will present preventive and restorative measures supported by evidence for the therapist’s review.

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to : 

• Understand stroke and the various types, facts, and statistics associated with stroke.
• Discuss shoulder complex as it relates to the hemiplegic shoulder.
• Identify assessment scales and outcome measures often used in assessing the upper extremity in post-stroke rehabilitation.
• Identify causes of pain associated with hemiplegia and subluxation.
• Identify preventative measures for hemiplegic shoulder pain and subluxation.
• Apply evidence-based restorative treatment approaches to managing the hemiplegic upper extremity.

Author: Dianna Lunsford OTD M.Ed. OTR/L CHT

Contact Hours: 4.00 Hours (AOTA CEUs—0.4)

Instructional Methods: Online Independent Self-Study (Training + Post-Test)

AOTA Classification Codes: Category 1 – OT Service Delivery

Educational Level: Intermediate

Prerequisites: None

Cost: $30 / Participant

Course Completion Certificate: A minimum passing score of 70% is required for course completion. A Printable (pdf) Certificate By Email.

Instructional Methods:  Online Independent Self-Study (Training + Post-Test). A minimum passing score of 70% is required for course completion. A Printable (Pdf) Certificate By Email. 

Target Audience: Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Other Health Professionals 

Cancellation / Refund Policy: By completing your purchase from Biologix Solutions LLC, you agree that you are purchasing digital, non-tangible product/service/training courses and, as such, are not entitled to a refund once accessed. If you have any questions, please get in touch with us by phone or email before purchasing the online course.

Biologix Solutions LLC is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 9837. This distance learning-independent is offered at 0.4 CEUs, Intermediate, Category 1 – OT Service Delivery. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply the endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.

The current term of approval extends from 6/21/2017 through 6/30/2025. Provider ID: 9837. Approval

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