Substance use and its accompanying disorders frequently rear their ugly heads in health-care settings, carrying destructive behavior in their wake. Substance use, in the shape of present and former conditions, despite the level of severity, directly impacts patients’ ability to heal and to return to a prior level of function.  In many instances, physical and occupational therapists are expected to provide interventions for patients with a medical history of substance use. Such patients...

Neuro-developmental treatment (NDT) also referred to as the Bobath Concept or approach, has been around since the 1940s when it was first developed by Berta and Dr. Karel Bobath. Initially, the Bobaths introduced innovative therapeutic approaches for children with cerebral palsy and adults with hemiplegia.   

Today, NDT is widely used in the therapy realm for numerous neurological conditions and has revolutionized hands-on clinical work. Physical and occupational therapists working in...

Course Description:

The following course is a detailed, evidence-based review and analysis of current interventions for young adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). While pediatric research in this area continues to grow at a steady pace, research pertaining to young adults remains limited; however, this course prepares practitioners by providing an overview of ASD and potential co-occurring disorders that impact function and occupational performance, evaluation tools to create client-centered treatment plans,...

Course Description:

Neurodevelopmental treatment (NDT), also referred to as the Bobath Concept or approach, has been around since the 1940s when it was first developed by Berta and Dr. Karel Bobath (Bobath Centre, 2021). Initially, the Bobaths introduced innovative therapeutic approaches for children with cerebral palsy and adults with hemiplegia. 

Today, NDT is widely used in the therapy realm for numerous neurological conditions and has revolutionized hands-on clinical work....

Course release date: 10/7/2024

Course Overview

This course is designed to equip clinicians with the latest evidence-based literature and practical tools for treating cerebral palsy (CP). This course will educate learners on how to utilize standardized assessments and create client-centered intervention plans tailored for children with CP, their families, and caregivers. The goal is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills needed to improve the quality of life...

Course Overview

This course is designed to equip clinicians with the latest evidence-based literature and practical tools for treating cerebral palsy (CP). This course will educate learners on how to utilize standardized assessments and create client-centered intervention plans tailored for children with CP, their families, and caregivers. The goal is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills needed to improve the quality of life for children with CP through effective...