Hands-On Vestibular Training in White Plains, NY

“Jeff Walter was a great instructor. He kept our group engaged and gave us tools to recognize differential diagnoses involving the vestibular system. I would highly recommend this course/instructor to fellow clinicians to take your knowledge of vestibular rehabilitation to the next level.” – Rachel H.

Welcome back to faculty member, Jeff Walter, PT, who will be presenting in-person in White Plains, NY on March 21 and 22 on the topic of Vestibular Rehabilitation. This is an excellent opportunity to get hands-on training and face-to-face instruction from a leading vestibular expert.

How Do Vestibular Disorders Impact My Patients?

Complaints of dizziness and balance problems are commonly seen in referrals for both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services. Adults of all ages may experience sensations of spinning, loss of balance, dizziness, visual abnormalities, and other less clear descriptions of sensations that feel off or bothersome to the patient. It requires a thorough and precise evaluation to accurately determine the underlying cause of these symptoms and then to treat accordingly.

In gathering the past medical history, specific conditions can alert the evaluating PT or OT to consider vestibular disorders. These include, but are not limited to, Meniere’s disease, multiple sclerosis (MS), cerebral vascular accident (CVA), Chiari Malformation, Cerebellar Degenerative Disorders, and traumatic brain injury (TBI). The clinical assessment encompasses several components for vestibular, visual and balance examinations. This can be completed at the bedside for patients receiving inpatient care or in outpatient and home care settings.

What Will I Take Away From This Course?

Jeffrey Walter PT Jeff Walter’s upcoming 2-day course will equip therapists with the knowledge and clinical application skills to effectively manage vestibular rehabilitation referrals from evaluation through treatment. In addition to presenting material in an engaging lecture format, Jeff will facilitate practical labs and video case study analysis to build participants’ competence. Participants will learn gaze stabilization exercises, balance exercises and a variety of hands-on maneuvers, including Modified Epley, Semont, Semont Plus, Grufoni and Kim. Examination procedures will include Loaded Dix-Hallpike, Half Dix-Hallpike, Supine Roll, Bow and Lean, and Sidelying.

Gain a clearer and deeper understanding of the following disorders: vestibular neuritis, labyrinthitis, vestibular schwannoma, superior canal dehiscence, anterior vestibular artery ischemia, vestibular migraine, cervicogenic dizziness and persistent postural perceptual dizziness (PPPD).

Sign Me Up!

Registration is open! Take advantage of this opportunity for in-person learning from an expert in this clinical specialty, alongside other clinicians dedicated to learning and improving their vestibular rehabilitation practice. Two days of learning and practicing together might just give you the clinical network you’re looking for as you accomplish your professional development goals.

Location:
Rosedale Room Billings Building, Building #4
785 Mamaroneck Avenue
White Plains, NY 10605
8:00 am registration for both days. See detailed agenda for exact timing.

Questions? Contact our office at 800-487-6530 or email info@educationresourcesinc.com.

NEW COURSE: Let’s Get Walking! Gait in Pediatrics

New Course for Pediatric Therapists!

Walking! The motor milestone parents and caregivers eagerly anticipate, and therapists inquire about when taking developmental histories. Mobility, in all of its forms, facilitates child development across multiple domains: communication, cognition, socialization, and more. When children present with differences in their pre-gait and early gait development, parents, caregivers and healthcare providers rightly question if specialized therapy services are needed. Be ready for those referral questions with Suzanne Davis Bombria’s new course on pediatric gait: Let’s Get Walking! Gait in Pediatrics

Suzanne Davis Bombria, PT, C/NDT, is a much sought after instructor for both her clinical expertise and her relatable teaching style. Participants value her skill in blending evidence and practicality, while making her live webinars interactive and engaging.

For 2025, she has developed a brand new, in-depth course on pediatric gait. This intermediate level, two-day course is for pediatric therapists who want to build their expertise with evidence-based evaluation and treatment. Through a combination of lecture, lab and video case studies, participants will gain and apply knowledge to immediately impact their clinical practice for children with a variety of diagnoses, including cerebral palsy (CP), developmental coordination disorder (DCD), Autism, and more.

Sign Up Today!

Take the first step in helping your young clients take their first steps by expanding your skill set in pre-gait, gait patterns, and interventions that improve function and participation at home and in the community!

Suzanne’s Additional Courses – Bundle and Save!

The more you learn, the more you save! Have you already taken Suzanne’s courses The Core of it All! It’s More Than Just Abdominals or Baby Treatment: Contemporary NDT and Evidence-Based Intervention? Add more than one course to your cart and enjoy a 10% discount off each course. Add 3 or more courses to your cart and receive a 15% discount off each course. Discounts are automatically applied to each course and are applicable to all webinar, in-person and on-demand courses.

Let Us Do The Heavy Lifting

Interested in learning as a large group or hosting a CEU course at your facility? Let us handle all the details while you enjoy the benefits (and discounts!) of partnering with ERI for your next CEU event. Contact our office at info@educationresourcesinc.com or call 800-487-6530 for more details.

Two Scholarships to Attend Birth to Three Conference – Apply Today!

Announcing Our Birth to Three Conference Scholarships

ERI is excited to kick-off its 2nd Annual Birth to Three Conference scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2025. This virtual conference is geared towards OTs, PTs, SLPs, Special Educators, Assistants and more who work in a variety of pediatric settings including early intervention, hospital inpatient and outpatient, outpatient private practice, rehab, home care, or specialty clinic and want to advance their hands-on skills and strategies when treating the birth to 3 population.

Now Accepting Scholarship Submissions

As a way to acknowledge and honor therapists working with the B-3 population, ERI is offering two scholarships of free tuition to this year’s conference. Do you know someone deserving of this recognition? We want to hear from you! Below is information for the two different scholarships. Deadline for submission is February 16:

Birth to Three Master Clinician Scholarship:

ERI would like to honor one unsung hero for their significant contribution to therapy practice in the birth to three setting. We are looking for a therapist who is a leader, innovator, mentor and/or collaborator working to better the lives of children in any B-3 practice setting. Nominees should have excellent assessment and intervention skills and use those skills to meet children’s needs in evidence-based, unique and collaborative ways.

Award recipients will also demonstrate the core values of collaboration, leadership, integrity, and a passion for improving the lives of his or her students. Nominate a peer or yourself!

Birth to Three New to Practice Scholarship:

ERI would like to honor one therapist who is new to practicing in any birth to three setting to help further their potential to significantly contribute to therapy practice. This nominee should have a strong potential to meet children’s needs and collaboratively engage with colleagues, parents and other medical providers. Nominate a peer or yourself!

Deadline for Submission is February 16

You may nominate yourself or a colleague. The award recipients will be notified some time in February and honored at the Birth to Three Conference on March 20 and 21, 2025. Registration for the conference is now open. Space is filling up quickly so be sure to register early to secure your spot.

New On-Demand! Dementia Care – For Beginner and Seasoned Therapists

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As the prevalence of dementia continues to rise, with over 55 million currently affected and projections for this number to double every twenty years, Home Health professionals must adapt their communication and intervention strategies to effectively support these individuals and their caregivers.

With this NEW on-demand, take advantage of the pause, rewind and rewatch features to get the most out of this increasingly important topic for providers across the rehab disciplines. Recorded from Robyn’s live webinar on November 2, 2024, Collaborative Dementia Care: Integrating Person-Centered Strategies for Positive Outcomes, explores how dementia care typically comes through as a secondary diagnoses for therapists. Those working with older clients in home may notice early warning signs of dementia that will affect their overall treatment plan. What are the next steps once you’ve noticed the signs?

As a seasoned presenter, Ligotti lends her expertise in providing quality care for individuals experiencing communication, cognitive, behavioral, sensory, mobility and safety challenges related to dementia. This on-demand course will provide you with pertinent information related to patient care, caregiver education, reimbursement and documentation.

As the population ages and dementia is increasingly recognized as a secondary diagnosis, highlighting the importance for therapists to utilize evidence-based assessment tools for dementia staging and interventions tailored to each stage is crucial. Staying informed about the latest evidence-based practices, from assessment to intervention, and improving documentation in OASIS-E are critical for delivering high-quality skilled services and ensuring comprehensive care with this population.

Get started today! Save $30 on this course by using coupon code LIGOTTI30 at checkout. Discount cannot be combined with other offers or promotions. Coupon code expires January 12, 2025.

Please contact our office with any questions at info@educationresourcesinc.com or call 800-487-6530.

NEW On-Demand! Establishing Competency for Independent Practice in the NICU

Are you a current or aspiring NICU clinician? Are you considering or preparing for the Neonatal Therapy Certification Exam? Or are you a seasoned therapist looking for a refresher?

Great news! Our on-demand Neonatal Therapy Series is just what you need to meet your professional goals. This 4-part series, expertly taught by Anjanette Lee, is a great option for gaining competence for independent practice in the NICU. All four parts, each one 4 – 5 hours, were recorded from her recent live webinars and are now accessible for learning on-demand.

Take advantage of the pause, rewind, and rewatch features to fully grasp this comprehensive content. Below are just some of the highlights you can expect from each part. Click on each button to learn more:

FAQs:

Do I need to take all four parts in sequential order to receive credit?
No! These parts can be taken sequentially or as stand alone courses, it’s entirely up to you. Earn credit for each part you complete.

Can I receive a discount?
Yes! Bundle two or more parts together and receive a discount in price! Save 10% when you bundle two courses and 15% when you bundle three or more courses. Discount will be automatically applied at checkout. Interested in just purchasing one course? Use coupon code LEENEONATAL30 at checkout to receive $30 off one course. Cannot be combined with bundling promo. Must be applied at time of checkout.

This series will be perfect for NTs studying for the Neonatal Therapy Certificate Exam and for those beginning to establish competency by:

Laying a foundation of fundamental knowledge
Closing gaps within core competencies, and
Assuring both fundamental knowledge and core competency knowledge are applied during NICU interventions.

Enroll today and be sure to share this valuable information with students, mentees, mentors and colleagues. Questions? Contact our office at info@educationresourcesinc.com or call 800-487-6530.