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This program will introduce the PT and PTA to basic concepts of nutrition that can be used clinically to comprehend the importance of nutrition and to educate patients about foods that can improve their health and wellness and decrease their risk of chronic disease. As PTs and PTAs we should understand the functional application of nutritional information when treating patients with chronic conditions such as obesity, hypertension, hyperlipidemia and type II diabetes. Being able to educate patients on what types of foods should be consumed in greater quantities and what types of food should be consumed in lesser quantities can assist them in improving their overall health and wellness.

Objectives: :

• Review Assembly Motion – SRA 0406/6-19

Jeffrey A. Damaschke PT, DPT, PhD, Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist: Dr. Damaschke received his BS in Physical Therapy from The University of Texas Medical Branch; completed his MS in Physical Therapy with an emphasis in orthopedics in 2003 and his Doctor of Physical Therapy in 2004 both from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science. In 2016, he completed his Doctor of Philosophy from Cardinal Stritch University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin with a degree in Leadership for the Advancement of Learning and Service in Higher Education. His dissertation focused on the assessment and acquisition of knowledge related to prevention, health promotion and wellness in the health professions. Dr. Damaschke’s clinical practice has been performing primary musculoskeletal care and prevention, health promotion and wellness within the United States Navy for 20 years. He has presented at the Association of Schools of Allied Health Sciences national meeting; Illinois Physical Therapy Association (IPTA) conferences, American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) national meetings, and APTA Combined Sections. In addition, he has given a variety of invited presentations in the community and continuing education programs in the areas of musculoskeletal kinesiology and functional anatomy, health promotion and wellness, primary musculoskeletal care, diagnostic imaging for rehabilitation specialists, and differential diagnosis. Dr. Damaschke is a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties. He has served on the APTA Awards Committee, was the Vice-President of the IPTA, an Illinois delegate to the APTA House of Delegate and on the IPTA Prevention, Health Promotion and Wellness Task Force and Committee. He is currently an active member of the APTA and IPTA and serves as the IPTA Secretary on the Board of Directors.

At the University, Dr. Damaschke serves as the Vice Dean in the College of Health Professions, is acting Chair of the Department of Physical Therapy, is an active faculty member teaching in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program in the areas of prevention, health promotion and wellness; orthopedics; kinesiology; anatomy, anatomic imaging; and physiology. He developed and implemented RFUMS’s inaugural health promotion and wellness initiative-Healthy U and co-chairs the Healthy U Wellness Council.  

This program was originally recorded on May 16, 2019

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This 90-minute seminar will introduce several concepts regarding the postpartum physical therapy patient. The instructors will introduce relevant history questions and possible red flags during the evaluation. Lumbo-pelvic-hip complex conditions related to this population will be reviewed, including common assessment and treatment techniques. This will include SIJ dysfunction, diastasis recti, and pelvic floor dysfunction. Cesarean scar management will be discussed, as well as common peripheral nerve injuries following pregnancy and delivery. The goal of this short presentation is to provide therapists with clinically relevant information useful in treating the postpartum client.

Upon completion of the program, participants will be able to:

• Identify history questions and red flags associated with postpartum women

Teri Elliott-Burke, PT, MHS, WCS, PRPC, BCB-PMD Assistant Professor and Academic Clinic Coordinator at Midwestern University (MWU), received her undergraduate degree from North Central College, an entry-level physical therapy degree from Northwestern University, a Master of Health Science degree from the University of Indianapolis, and a transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy from the College of St. Scholastica. Dr. Elliott-Burke has more than 40 years of patient care and managerial experience in outpatient physical therapy. Her teaching responsibilities include administration, management, and men’s and women’s health. She is certified by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialists in Women’s Health, by the Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute as a Pelvic Rehabilitation Provider, and by the Biofeedback Certification International Alliance in Pelvic Muscle Dysfunction Biofeedback. She is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, the APTA Section on Women’s Health, and the International Pelvic Pain Society.  Her research interest is in lumbo-pelvic girdle complex disorders and associated pelvic floor dysfunction. 

Thomas Dillon, PT, DPT, OCS Clinic Instructor at Midwestern University Multispecialty Clinic, received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from Midwestern University.  He has 9 years of experience in the out-patient orthopedic/sports medicine setting.  He has worked closely with several orthopedic surgeons developing pre- and post-operative care programs to improve surgical outcomes.  Currently he focuses on student clinical education, clinical research involving the lumbo-pelvic-hip complex, and treating the community.  Dr. Dillon is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the APTA Orthopedic Section.

This program originally aired March 21, 2019. 

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Every year, 69 million Americans are impacted by dizziness. The 2nd most common cause of vertigo is vestibular hypofunction, comprising approximately 15% of reported cases. Patients with unilateral vestibular hypofunction commonly report dizziness, visual blurring with head movement, and/or imbalance. Physical Therapy is a known evidenced-based treatment option for patients suffering from peripheral vestibular dysfunction.

Upon completion of the program, participants will be able to:

• Understand the clinical presentation for unilateral and bilateral vestibular hypofunction.

Mickey Shah, PT, D.Sc. OCS, FAAOMPT, Cert.MDT, CSCS, Certified Vestibular Rehabilitation Specialist has extensive experience as an orthopedic and vestibular clinician. He is the current president and head teaching faculty at EvidenceCEU, a Midwest continuing education company. Additionally, Dr. Shah owns and operates two private PT clinics in the South Suburbs. During his free time, he serves on the board of directors and manages Next Steps of O’Connor Foundation, a non-for-profit facility for patients with Neurological Disorders.

Steven Tijerina, PT, DPT, Cert. VRT, Certified Vestibular Rehabilitation Specialist currently serves as the course liaison and lab instructor for EvidenceCEU. Dr. Tijerina regularly hosts vestibular study groups in the south suburbs, aimed at assisting clinicians and students to discuss and practice vestibular rehabilitation in a collaborative group context. Additionally, Dr. Tijerina serves a private practice PT at Goodlife Physical Therapy.

This program originally aired November 15, 2018. 

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This course describes the age of technology and its impact on the neurologic and orthopedic human system. Attendees will learn detailed techniques to neuro modulate the jaws, neck, arms, and thorax to decrease pain, improve mobility of the jaws, neck, thorax, shoulder girdles, and entire arm.

Upon completion of the program, participants will be able to:

• Receive data on societal impact of the “Age of Technology” .

Dr. Suzanne Joseph, PT, DPT  has spent over 40 years as a physical therapist pioneering the profession toward manual diagnostics and treatment. She was the first Integrative Manual Therapist in the Midwest United States. Her education includes a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, certifications in Integrative Manual Therapy, Women’s Health, Manual Therapy and Autism.

She has taught nationally and internationally for Northeast Seminars, Connecticut School of Integrative Manual Therapy and Munich Seminars.

Suzanne was a Master Instructor for the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. She educated the Coast Guard personnel in techniques used in Search and Rescue missions. She volunteers her time to teach seniors Fall Prevention and special-needs parents’ manual therapies for health and wellness.

This program originally aired February 21, 2019. 

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Our nervous system creates “hard-wired” programs for efficient and effective movement patterns and cognitive development. This INTERACTIVE course will demonstrate to the therapist signs of poor reflex integration as a contributor to pain, poor balance and difficulties learning. This course can improve function in all ages and patient populations.

Dr. Suzanne Joseph, PT, DPT to share her knowledge and expertise on "Neurologic Foundations for Posture and Function.

Upon completion of the program, participants will be able to:

• Understand our reflex system as a lifelong foundational partner for pain-free living, balance, cognitive development and longevity.

Dr. Suzanne Joseph, PT, DPT  has spent over 40 years as a physical therapist pioneering the profession toward manual diagnostics and treatment. She was the first Integrative Manual Therapist in the Midwest United States. Her education includes a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, certifications in Integrative Manual Therapy, Women’s Health, Manual Therapy and Autism.

She has taught nationally and internationally for Northeast Seminars, Connecticut School of Integrative Manual Therapy and Munich Seminars.

Suzanne was a Master Instructor for the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. She educated the Coast Guard personnel in techniques used in Search and Rescue missions. She volunteers her time to teach seniors Fall Prevention and special-needs parents’ manual therapies for health and wellness.

This program originally aired January 17, 2019. 

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Sports-related concussions are a hot topic in the media and a source of anxiety and uncertainty among athletes and their parents. This presentation will help therapists understand concussion mechanisms, the normal course of recovery, and the management of patients with post-concussion syndrome. It will address the role of the physical therapist in the multidisciplinary team and objective assessment and interventional tools to facilitate the safe return of athletes to sport.  

Paul Bissler, PT, DPT, OCS shares his knowledge and expertise on "Head in the Game: Physical Therapist's Role in Management of Sports-Related Concussion ".

 What to expect:

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

• Define Concussion

Dr. Paul Bissler, PT, DPT, OCS is the Resource Clinician for Outpatient Physical Therapy at Loyola University Medical Center where he has been employed since 2010. He earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 2009 and completed a residency in orthopaedic physical therapy at Loyola University Medical Center in 2012. He is a board certified orthopaedic specialist. He has treated patients with concussion since 2011 and is a member of the Loyola interdisciplinary concussion clinic.

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