Enhancing Rehabilitation: MS and Stroke Intervention Solutions
Presented by J.J. Mowder-Tinney
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This dynamic course is tailored for physical and occupational therapists seeking to enhance their clinical expertise in neurological rehabilitation through a comprehensive examination of two prevalent conditions: multiple sclerosis (MS) and stroke. With a focus on integrating evidence-based interventions into clinical practice, participants will gain valuable insights into the progression of treating patients from acute care to the outpatient setting while emphasizing the incorporation of intensity and motor learning strategies rooted in the OPTIMAL theory.
Throughout the course, participants will learn to prioritize interventions that can be readily implemented in their clinical settings starting from the following week. A central focus of the course will be on leveraging intensity and motor learning principles based on the OPTIMAL theory to optimize rehabilitation outcomes for patients with MS and stroke.
This course promises to empower therapists to deliver impactful rehabilitation interventions that optimize functional outcomes and enhance the quality of life for individuals living with MS and stroke.
Learning Objectives
- Discriminate MS and stroke, focusing on their neurological deficits and functional impairments
- Analyze both intensity and the OPTIMAL theory’s role in rehabilitation for MS and stroke patients
- Prioritize acute care/inpatient interventions for immediate integration
- Apply environmental adjustments to optimize intensity for MS and CVA patients and ensure increased participation in daily activities
- Select outpatient interventions for immediate integration
- Implement environmental adjustments for intensity optimization in outpatient settings to ensure increased participation in daily activities
Meet your instructor
J.J. Mowder-Tinney
Dr. J.J. Mowder-Tinney holds a bachelor of science degree in psychology from the University of Colorado Boulder, a master of science in physical therapy from the University of Miami, and a doctorate in physical therapy from Nova Southeastern University. With nearly three decades of diverse clinical experience, her expertise…
Chapters & learning objectives
1. Understanding the Impact of Intensity on Stroke and Multiple Sclerosis
This section provides a concise understanding of the pathophysiology and clinical presentations of both MS and stroke, highlighting their distinct neurological deficits and functional impairments. Additionally, it introduces the OPTIMAL theory and demonstrates its significance in guiding rehabilitation approaches, emphasizing the pivotal role of intensity and motor learning principles in enhancing outcomes for patients with MS and stroke.
2. Prioritizing Interventions for Immediate Implementation in the Acute Care/Inpatient Rehab Setting
This section explores practical approaches for integrating interventions into acute care and inpatient rehabilitation settings, emphasizing strategies for selecting interventions that are easily implementable. It also addresses the importance of environmental adjustments tailored to individual needs in optimizing intensity for patients with MS and CVA, offering insights into prioritizing adjustments to enhance rehabilitation outcomes. Interactive case studies and practical demonstrations will illustrate the application of intensity and motor learning strategies in rehabilitation contexts.
3. Prioritizing Interventions for Immediate Implementation in the Outpatient Setting
This section outlines effective strategies for seamlessly integrating interventions into outpatient rehabilitation, focusing on selecting interventions conducive to outpatient settings. It also highlights the significance of tailored environmental adjustments to enhance intensity for individuals with MS and CVA, alongside interactive case studies and practical demonstrations showing the application of intensity and motor learning strategies in outpatient rehabilitation contexts.
