This introductory-intermediate level lecture and lab course will explore how characteristics of cerebral palsy, autism, and other neuromotor diagnoses influence motor control, motor learning, strength, and function for children from birth to teens. Evidence-based examination and intervention strategies will be presented to promote motor learning and achievement of personal, functional outcomes in light of a child’s specific diagnosis. Using the ICF as a framework for practice, case studies and lab sessions will provide attendees opportunities to integrate the information provided with clinical judgement to develop outcomes, examination plans, and intervention activities for a given child. Therapists will learn to apply valid and reliable tools to measure responses to intervention over time in order to set treatment priorities, document progress and modify intervention
Upon completion of course, participants will be able to:
- Generate functional and measurable outcomes in a top-down intervention approach, in consideration of the contextual factors of the ICF.
- Integrate evidence based outcome tools throughout assessment and treatment to guide intervention and document progress and outcomes for function, participation and age appropriate activities.
- Analyze the effect of strength on motor function and motor control using evidence-based assessment tools.
- Identify evidence based strengthening intervention programs integrating motor learning neuroplasticity, and motor control approaches.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of intervention programs on the activity and participation of children with disabilities.
PAULA COX, PT, DSc, PCS, is a licensed, board certified, physical therapist with over 35 years of clinical experience in pediatric neurological and neuromuscular rehabilitation. She is a member of the APTA, the Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy (APPT), and the IL PT Association. Dr. Cox served on the APPT’s NICU to EI transition work group. She is committee chair for the APPT CE course Advanced Clinical Practice in Pediatric Therapy, an ongoing course that investigates current theories and evidence-based practice across settings. Dr. Cox presently works as an adjunct professor at Midwestern University in Downers Grove, Illinois. She operates a private pediatric practice in the Chicago area and provides ongoing mentoring to PTs in the Chicago area. She developed and presented an evidence-based pediatric gait course “Walking in My Shoes.” Dr. Cox received her Advanced MS in PT from Long Island University and her Doctor of Science in Pediatric Rehabilitation from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Program. Her doctoral research examined the use of a robotic scooter, the SIPPC, to provide early autonomous locomotion for infants with Down syndrome.
"Paula was great in combining her clinical expertise
with evidence-based research in her presentation. In
particular, I was impressed by the all encompassing
content of motor learning, muscular elements and fitness
components." -U. Goradia, DPT
"Totally loved the lab part of the seminar, putting all the
material together that was covered in the course." -B. Patel, PT
VENUE ADDRESS
230 Hickory Grade Road
Bridgeville, PA 15017
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DoubleTree by Hilton - Pittsburgh/Green Tree
500 Mansfield Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
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This course meets the criteria for 14 contact hours (1.4 CEUs).
Application has been made to the NJ and MD Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
The PA State Board of Board of PT recognizes other state's approvals.
TX Physical Therapy Association accredited provider.
Approved sponsor by the State of IL Dept. of Financial and Professional Regulation for Physical Therapy.
Approved provider by the NY State Board of Physical Therapy for 16.8 contact hours.
Approved provider of continuing education by the Ameri can Occupational Therapy Association #3043, for 14 contact hours - Intermediate Level Occupational Therapy Process: assessment, intervention. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products or clinical procedures by AOTA
This course meets the approval for type 2 CEUs by the TX Board of OT Examiners.
NBCOT professional development provider – 14 PDUs
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