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Lisa Dannemiller

Cerebral Palsy Across the Lifespan, 2nd ed

Cerebral Palsy Across the Lifespan, 2nd ed

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Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common childhood motor disability (I. Novak et al., 2017). It is defined as “a group of permanent disorders of the development of movement and posture causing activity limitation that are attributed to non-progressive disturbances that occurred in the developing fetal or infant brain” (P. Rosenbaum et al., 2007). Using data collected from three population centers, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates the prevalence of CP in the United States to be 3 to 4 per 1,000 8-year-olds, or 1 in every 303 8-year-olds (Arneson et al., 2009; Christensen et al., 2014). These data are consistent with worldwide population-based studies that estimate the prevalence of CP as ranging from 1.5 to more than 4 per 1,000 births or children of a given age range (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2011; I. Novak et al., 2017). Despite improved neonatal management, the prevalence of CP in children has been fairly stable over the past 30 to 40 years (Cans, De-la-Cruz, & Mermet, 2008; Christensen et al., 2014; Haak, Lenski, Hidecker, Li, & Paneth, 2009; Hidecker et al., 2012). However, improvements in perinatal care with the administration of antenatal corticosteroids and maternal magnesium sulfate have resulted in some decreases in the severity of disability (C. M. Novak, Ozen, & Burd, 2018). CP occurs slightly more frequently in boys than girls, at a 1.2:1 ratio, and more frequently in children who are non-Hispanic black compared to non-Hispanic white (Van Naarden Braun et al., 2016). More specifically, black children have a 50% increased risk of spastic CP compared to white children (Durkin et al., 2015). It is estimated that 1,000,000 children and adults who have CP are living in the United States, and many of these individuals are over the age of 45 (Tosi, Maher, Moore, Goldstein, & Aisen, 2009).

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Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common childhood motor disability (I. Novak et al., 2017). It is defined as “a group of permanent disorders of the development of movement and posture causing activity limitation that are attributed to non-progressive disturbances that occurred in the developing fetal or infant brain” (P. Rosenbaum et al., 2007). Using data collected from three population centers, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates the prevalence of CP in...

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Course Goals:

This intermediate-level course provides updated, evidence- based information for physical therapists and occupational therapists who work with individuals who have cerebral palsy. This course will be particularly helpful to clinicians who have not recently reviewed the literature related to cerebral palsy and to those who do not frequently provide physical therapy services for this population. Physical therapists who received their training before the profession’s move to doctoral-level training may also find this course helpful because of its focus on the clinical reasoning skills that are necessary when patients can directly access physical therapists without physician referral. Most physical therapists and occupational therapists in pediatric clinical settings will encounter individuals with cerebral palsy. Because pediatric and school-based clinical services typically end by the age of 21, physical therapists and occupational therapists who provide treatment in adult therapy settings also need to be competent in treating this rapidly growing segment of the adult population. Physical and occupational therapists who work with this heterogeneous population need to be aware of the many factors critical to clinical decision making. This course will address prevalence, etiology, diagnosis, classification, examination, evaluation, prognosis, interventions, and outcomes for individuals with cerebral palsy across the lifespan. Because the body of literature related to this diagnosis is extensive, this course will provide an overview of the most salient current issues that impact the clinical decisions and care provided by physical therapists and occupational therapists. Clinicians who desire a more in-depth understanding of cerebral palsy are encouraged to pursue applicable resources and references more extensively. 

Professional Objectives:

  1. Identify the prevalence, primary etiologies, diagnostic criteria/guidelines, and common problems associated with cerebral palsy.
  2. Describe the different methods used to classify cerebral palsy.
  3. Describe the models used in clinical decision making for individuals with cerebral palsy.
  4. Describe a physical therapy examination, including the most appropriate tests and measures for individuals with cerebral palsy.
  5. Identify secondary conditions that develop in adults with cerebral palsy.
  6. Describe the prognosis for individuals with cerebral palsy.
  7. Describe the evaluation process and components of the plan of care for individuals with cerebral palsy.
  8. Identify interventions for individuals with cerebral palsy that are best supported by current evidence.
  9. Describe the role of the physical and occupational therapist in the continuum of care and family-centered care.

 

Goals & Objectives:

Course Goals:

This intermediate-level course provides updated, evidence- based information for physical therapists and occupational therapists who work with individuals who have cerebral palsy. This course will be particularly helpful to clinicians who have not recently reviewed the literature related to cerebral palsy and to those who do not frequently provide physical therapy services for this population. Physical therapists who received their training before the profession’s move to doctoral-level training may also find this course helpful because of its focus on the clinical reasoning skills that are necessary when patients can directly access physical therapists without physician referral. Most physical therapists and occupational therapists in pediatric clinical settings will encounter individuals with cerebral palsy. Because pediatric and school-based clinical services typically end by the age of 21, physical therapists and occupational therapists who provide treatment in adult therapy settings also need to be competent in treating this rapidly growing segment of the adult population. Physical and occupational therapists who work with this heterogeneous population need to be aware of the many factors critical to clinical decision making. This course will address prevalence, etiology, diagnosis, classification, examination, evaluation, prognosis, interventions, and outcomes for individuals with cerebral palsy across the lifespan. Because the body of literature related to this diagnosis is extensive, this course will provide an overview of the most salient current issues that impact the clinical decisions and care provided by physical therapists and occupational therapists. Clinicians who desire a more in-depth understanding of cerebral palsy are encouraged to pursue applicable resources and references more extensively. 

Professional Objectives:

  1. Identify the prevalence, primary etiologies, diagnostic criteria/guidelines, and common problems associated with cerebral palsy.
  2. Describe the different methods used to classify cerebral palsy.
  3. Describe the models used in clinical decision making for individuals with cerebral palsy.
  4. Describe a physical therapy examination, including the most appropriate tests and measures for individuals with cerebral palsy.
  5. Identify secondary conditions that develop in adults with cerebral palsy.
  6. Describe the prognosis for individuals with cerebral palsy.
  7. Describe the evaluation process and components of the plan of care for individuals with cerebral palsy.
  8. Identify interventions for individuals with cerebral palsy that are best supported by current evidence.
  9. Describe the role of the physical and occupational therapist in the continuum of care and family-centered care.

 

Disclosures:

TEXT COURSE 

Text courses are viewed on your web browser if the online version is purchased, or sent via mail if the physical copy is purchased.

Contact Hours: 6 contact hours in length (check your state’s approval status in the state specific course catalog for your profession).

Target Audience: Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant

Instructional Level: Intermediate

Criteria for Completion: Depending on your state requirements you will be asked to complete either: An affirmation that you have completed the educational activity  or a mandatory test (a passing score of 70 percent is required). Test questions link content to learning objectives as a method to enhance individualized learning and material retention. Scores of less than 70% indicate a failure to understand the material and the test will need to be taken again until a passing score has been achieved.

Personnel Disclosure:

Financial – Lisa Dannemiller is employed by the University of Colorado Physical Therapy Program and receives a salary. She receives payment from Colibri Healthcare, LLC for the presentation of this course.

Nonfinancial - no relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.

No relevant conflicts of interest exist for any member of the activity planning committee.

Content Disclosure: This course does not focus solely on any specific product or service

Cancellation Policy: For activity cancellation, returns, or complaint resolution, please contact us by email help@homeceu.com or by phone at 1.800.55.4CEUS (2387). We have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Refunds will be issued for courses that have not been completed (exam not taken), or for any course that has been rejected by your board of approval. Webinar attendance must be canceled 24 hours before the scheduled start time.

Disclosures:

TEXT COURSE 

Text courses are viewed on your web browser if the online version is purchased, or sent via mail if the physical copy is purchased.

Contact Hours: 6 contact hours in length (check your state’s approval status in the state specific course catalog for your profession).

Target Audience: Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant

Instructional Level: Intermediate

Criteria for Completion: Depending on your state requirements you will be asked to complete either: An affirmation that you have completed the educational activity  or a mandatory test (a passing score of 70 percent is required). Test questions link content to learning objectives as a method to enhance individualized learning and material retention. Scores of less than 70% indicate a failure to understand the material and the test will need to be taken again until a passing score has been achieved.

Personnel Disclosure:

Financial – Lisa Dannemiller is employed by the University of Colorado Physical Therapy Program and receives a salary. She receives payment from Colibri Healthcare, LLC for the presentation of this course.

Nonfinancial - no relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.

No relevant conflicts of interest exist for any member of the activity planning committee.

Content Disclosure: This course does not focus solely on any specific product or service

Cancellation Policy: For activity cancellation, returns, or complaint resolution, please contact us by email help@homeceu.com or by phone at 1.800.55.4CEUS (2387). We have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Refunds will be issued for courses that have not been completed (exam not taken), or for any course that has been rejected by your board of approval. Webinar attendance must be canceled 24 hours before the scheduled start time.