Navigating the New Frontier in Therapy Care for Individuals with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA): Part II: Rehabilitation Specific Interventions to Compliment Medical Advancements, Standard of Care, & Case Series

Navigating the New Frontier in Therapy Care for Individuals with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA): Part II: Rehabilitation Specific Interventions to Compliment Medical Advancements, Standard of Care, & Case SeriesDESCRIPTION This webinar will discuss the role of the physical therapist on the multidisciplinary team in providing care for individuals with SMA. Topics will include areas of emphasis for evaluation and treatment as well as guiding expectations and navigating the provision of individualized treatment plans within the standard of care. Case application will be included. LEARNER OUTCOMES Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

DESCRIPTION
This webinar will discuss the role of the physical therapist on the multidisciplinary team in providing care for individuals with SMA. Topics will include areas of emphasis for evaluation and treatment as well as guiding expectations and navigating the provision of individualized treatment plans within the standard of care. Case application will be included.

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

1. Compare the primary standardized assessments and other objective measures for evaluating this population.
2. Analyze standard of care recommendations for stretching, exercise (strengthening and aerobic activity), standing and bracing.
3. Identify important components for treatment through applied case studies highlighting a multidisciplinary approach.

INSTRUCTORS
Laurey Brown, PT, DPT, PCS; Katie Hoffman, PT, DPT; Kristin J. Krosschell, PT, DPT, MA, PCS & Christa Weigel PT, DPT, PCS

AUDIENCE
Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants

SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION
Participants will watch the on-demand recording in its entirety and complete an assessment and feedback module in the Academy Learning Portal. You will have three months from the date of purchase to complete and review the course material. You will receive a reminder email two weeks before the expiration date. 

CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS
Physical Therapy
This online course has been approved by the Illinois Physical Therapy Board for 1.0 Contact Hours. Approval #216-000069

The Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is recognized by California and the New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider of physical therapy and physical therapist assistant continuing education for 1.0 Contact Hours on 9/30/2024.

Many states accept continuing education contact hours recognized in other states, enabling professionals to use these hours to meet their licensing or certification requirements. Please consult your state regulations to see if this meets CEU requirements for your license.

Occupational Therapy

The Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 02754. This distance learning – independent webinar is offered at .10 CEUs [intermediate, OT service delivery/ Professional Issues]. AOTA does not endorse specific course content, products, or clinical procedures.

DISCLOSURES
Course Directors and Planning Committee Members:
Julie Lenkiewicz, MS, CCC-SLP Has nothing to disclose.
Melissa Kolski, PT, OCS, Dip MDT Has nothing to disclose.
Leslie Marriott, OTR/L Has nothing to disclose.
Selah Bustamante, MSN, RN, CRRN Has nothing to disclose.
Melissa Legreid, MSN, RN, CRRN, NPD-BC Has nothing to disclose.
Speakers, Moderators and Panelists:
Laurey Brown - Receives consulting fees and speaking fees from Biogen; receives speaking fees from Sarepta
Katie Hoffman - Receives an honorarium for serving on the Roche/Genentech Advisory Board
Kristin J. Krosschell - Receives consulting fees from Biogen; receives honorarium and consulting fees from Cure SMA and serves on their Medical Advisory Committee; receives consulting fees from Aspa Therapeutics; receives an honorarium from Roche-Genentech for serving on Advisory Board. Serves as Chair of Rehabilitation Committee for Cure SMA Medical Advisory Council
Christa Weigel - Has nothing to disclose.

ACADEMY POLICIES
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