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Instructional Level: Intermediate

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Dr. Beth Barstow, PhD, OTR/L, SCLV, FAOTA

Multiple Sclerosis: The Role of Occupational Therapy

Multiple Sclerosis: The Role of Occupational Therapy

2 Hours Instructional Level: Intermediate
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Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic neurological disease of an unknown cause but thought to be autoimmune-triggered by genetic or environmental factors (National Institute of Health, n.d.). An inflammatory process that occurs within the central nervous system (CNS) leads to multifocal demyelination and axonal loss, mostly in the white matter, although this can also occur in the grey matter of the spinal cord and brain (Gajofatto & Benedetti, 2015). According to Wallin et al. (2019), “MS is the most common chronic disabling disease of the central nervous system in young adults worldwide” (pp. e1030). MS is most common among young female adults; the ratio of female to male is 3:1 (Wallin et al., 2019). Although primarily a condition of young adulthood, it can be seen in children and those over 60 years of age (Gajofatto & Benedetti 2015). 

MS is most common among the White population. Patients with MS experience a variety of symptoms; it is often difficult to diagnosis because the disease’s symptoms frequently mimic other diseases. There are multiple types of MS that will be discussed in this course. A person’s occupational performance can vary depending on the type of MS that he/she is diagnosed with and how fast the disease progresses. Physical and occupational therapy practitioners play a key role in the treatment of individuals with MS; it is important for these rehabilitation professionals to understand this disease. This basic-level course will provide an overview to guide occupational and physical therapy practitioners when working with this population. 

Full Course Description
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic neurological disease of an unknown cause but thought to be autoimmune-triggered by genetic or environmental factors (National Institute of Health, n.d.). An inflammatory process that occurs within the central nervous system (CNS) leads to multifocal demyelination and axonal loss, mostly in the white matter, although this can also occur in the grey matter of the spinal cord and brain (Gajofatto & Benedetti, 2015). According to Wallin et al. (2019),...

Goals & Objectives:

Course Objectives: At the end of this course the participant will be able to: 

  • Define multiple sclerosis.
  • Define the signs and symptoms associated with multiple sclerosis.
  • Discuss how multiple sclerosis is diagnosed.
  • Compare and contrast various evaluations that are utilized in physical and occupational therapy examinations of individuals with multiple sclerosis.
  • Discuss how physical and occupational practitioners can help in the management of multiple sclerosis.

Goals & Objectives:

Course Objectives: At the end of this course the participant will be able to: 

  • Define multiple sclerosis.
  • Define the signs and symptoms associated with multiple sclerosis.
  • Discuss how multiple sclerosis is diagnosed.
  • Compare and contrast various evaluations that are utilized in physical and occupational therapy examinations of individuals with multiple sclerosis.
  • Discuss how physical and occupational practitioners can help in the management of multiple sclerosis.

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Contact Hours: 2 contact hours in length (check your state’s approval status in the state specific course catalog for your profession).

Target Audience: Occupational Therapist, Occupational 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 – Beth Barstow received 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 COURSES

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

Target Audience: Occupational Therapist, Occupational 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 – Beth Barstow received 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.

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