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contents ADVANCe For pHYSICAl tHerApY & reHAb meDICINe 

Vol. 

[CoVer StorY] 

12 Opening Doors 

When a child with special needs goes 

to school, who thinks about whether he 

is able to ride the bus, climb the stairs, 

communicate with his peers, and write 

his name? These challenges are best 

addressed by the physical and occupational 

therapists and speech language 

pathologists who work in a school setting. 

Children with disabilities require 

related services that include transportation 

services as well as PT, OT and SLP. 

These rehab services help integrate children 

with special needs into mainstream 

school settings. (Jeffrey Leeser) 

[FeAtUreD ArtICleS] 

10 Sports Focus: Pilates for Athletes 

Any Pilates practitioner will tell you it’s 

much more than just an exercise regimen. 

To some, the emphasis on breathing, balance 

and fitness has created a whole new 

way of life. Of particular interest to PT professionals 

involved in sports medicine is the 

impact Pilates can have not only on injury 

rehab, but also potentially on performance 

improvement. 


16 Laser Therapy: 

Patient Appreciation 

Laser therapy is not a new topic in the 

physical therapy world. However, its status 

as a hot topic in rehab medicine does 

not mean that laser therapy is the most 

commonly used modality by therapists 

or, for that matter, commonly understood 

by clients. So what exactly are PT patients 

thinking about laser therapies? What are 

their concerns and beliefs about the use of 

lasers in therapy? 

23 | No. 18 | September 3, 2012 

19 Neuropathy: The 

Pain After Cancer 

In the not-so-distant past, the standard 

cancer treatment protocol was surgery, 

chemotherapy, radiation or some combination 

of the three. What people didn’t 

realize was that the end of a course of chemotherapy 

was not the end of the healing 

process. Cancer patients are learning that 

the right physical therapy, nutrition and 

nerve stimulation can alleviate the symptoms 

of post-chemotherapy neuropathy.

[MoRe ARTiCLeS] 

8 Management Focus: 

Meeting Insurance Needs 

21 Back to School and 

Youth Athletic Conditioning 

23 Resource Directory: Cardio 

and Strength Equipment 

24 Clinicians’ Guide: Safe 

Patient Transfers 

[DePARTMeNTS] 

6 Letters to the Editor 

7 State by State/Ad Index 

25 Classified Marketplace 

27 Education Opportunities 

39 Classified Employment 

Opportunities 

51 ADVANCE Healthcare Shop 

[CoMiNG SooN] 

How does stroke affect younger 

patients? Our cover feature tells the story 

of 37-year-old Meg Hunt’s recovery 

from a stroke (VAD), and will present PT 

treatment she received from Southcoast 

Rehab Services in Dartmouth, MA, and 

OT treatment from Buzzards Bay Hand 

Therapy in Marion, MA. 

[MuLTiMeDiA] 

CoNQUeRINg The 

ChesAPeAKe 

Man without limbs competes in a 4.4-mile 

swim in the Chesapeake Bay. 

JoiN ouR PT CoMMuNiTY! 

Blogs: Meet our bloggers and read new 

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ToNI TAlKs ABoUT PT ToDAY 

The Red Fish 

Toni is happy about the camaraderie 

and excitement that a video game 

creates among her patient population. 

A New YoRK PT IN QUeeN 

elIzABeTh’s CoURT 

My Timing stinks 

Dean is excited about the prospect of his 

new job in New York, but will have to 

miss an important event in England. 

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My Pain Diary: Chronic pain management 

app is filled with great features. 

[STuDeNT CeNTeR] 

Article: Let Your values Take the Lead 

News & Notes: PT Schools and Student Programs 

student links: Special interest groups and associations 

relevant to physical therapy. 

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[letterS to tHe eDItor] 

Making PTA Education 

Worth the Effort 

Online comment submitted Aug. 10 for the print 

article, “The PTA Degree: Is There a Vision 2020 for 

PTAs?” originally published Dec. 12, 2011. 

To the Editor: 

I understand the idea that more education 

equals better workers. But I feel it is not really 

the best option to learn. I recently graduated 

from a two-year PTA program, and the amount 

you have to learn in two years is very intense. 

Would students benefit from two more years? 

Or is this more about the educational facilities 

generating more profit? I learned a lot in school. 

I can’t deny that, but most of my learning about 

physical therapy and patient care came from 

being on the job or on clinic affiliations. PTAs 

are required to have CEUs as the article stated. 

These offer a good chance several times a year 

to advance your education. They also offer 

areas of specialty that require more training. 

Are schools going to do that? With more college 

debt, are jobs going to pay better? I didn’t get 

into the field to get rich, but affording to live 

would make helping people a lot easier. 

I don’t think it’s worth all that extra debt to 

workers. They are currently trying to do this 

with LPNs and RNs. I’m also an LPN. There 

were not more than five things at the hospital 

I worked at that I couldn’t do compared 

to RNs. I trained RNs when they came to the 

floor, then all of a sudden they deemed LPNs 

useless and everyone got laid off or forced to 

work in nursing homes. Now they realize that 

they need LPNs again. I made the switch to a 

field where I thought they would respect the 

PTAs and realize that someone without an 

advanced degree serves a purpose. At some 

of my clinic sites, the PTs were asking the PTAs 

what to do for patients, since they have a lot 

of experience and know what they are doing... 

and these are the PTAs who didn’t have to take 

the national boards. 

—Nathan Oaksford, PTA 

Batavia, NY 

CoRReCTIoN: In the Aug. 6 issue of 

ADVANCE, the article “Aquatic rehab: using 

Simple buoyant tools” contained an inaccuracy. 

Author wendy morine, ptA, AtrIC, 

CI, is not the owner of Spooner physical 

therapy in Scottsdale, AZ, but rather the 

aquatics coordinator. 


The DPT: Is it Worth 

the High Cost? 

Online comments submitted Aug. 16 for the web 

article, “Attitudes on the DPT,” posted Aug. 13, 

www.advanceweb.com/PT 

To the Editor: 

The subjective nature of your research, the level 

of detail and the relatively small sample size, 

unfortunately make the results difficult to generalize 

to the population at large and thus an 

inaccurate representation of the entire populace. 

While the idea of the study has merit, I believe 

the paradigm shift is a natural occurrence 

because of the increased population of DPTs in 

the field. This reader questions the credentials 

of those interviewed — were they DPTs, MPTs 

or BSPTs? If the interviewees were MPTs or 

BSPTs, how much do they value Vision 2020? 

Do they intend to get a t-DPT themselves? I 

have asked several MPTs if they intend to get 

a DPT and the reply is, “Why would I want 

to get another ‘entry-level’ degree that’s not 

going to advance my career?” It will be interesting 

to see what happens in 2020 for those 

PTs without a DPT. APTA should not lose sight 

that a level of “degree” does not always make a 

better practitioner. 

—Pamela, PTA 

Mesa, AZ 

One thing I haven’t seen anyone comment on 

is the debt that these young people (I am a BS/ 

PT in the almost-50 demographic) are burdened 

with — and they’re not making any more than 

I am. I was appalled to learn that one new DPT 

grad had school loans totaling more than the 

cost of my home. If you have a DPT or PhD in 

a specialty area where you can develop a cashbased 

niche practice, that’s one thing — but I 

sure don’t see higher reimbursements coming 

from our state or federal government payers 

anytime soon. 

—Melanie Welch, PT 

Dayton, OH 

The sample study is limited and biased in 

my opinion. To say that MPT/DPT has superior 

skill sets is absurd. I have taught MPT/ 

DPT/BS students and they have almost the 

same skill sets — the only difference maybe 

is the research aspect. This area does not warrant 

any merit; it would be interesting to see 

future trends. 

—Gene Paul, PT 

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[mAnAGEmEnT FoCuS] 

When Payment isn’t Prompt 

What are your legal options 

when an insurance carrier 

won’t reimburse? 

By Franklin J. Rooks Jr., PT, MBA, esq. 

In running a successful practice, getting 

patients in the door is one of the first challenges 

to overcome. The next challenge is 

getting paid. There are many procedures 

that must be correctly followed in order to 

receive payment from an insurance carrier. 

First, the practice must verify the patient’s 

benefits to determine whether the service is 

even covered. Providers may need to determine 

whether a referral is required or whether 

the service is properly authorized. After delivering 

the service, the provider must submit the 

claims to the insurer. 

In order to receive payment, technical matters 

such as accurate ICD-9 and CPT coding 

must be properly performed to present the 

insurer with a “clean claim.” A clean claim is 

one that has no “defect or impropriety.” 1 

Many states have statutes that specify the 

time period in which a clean claim must be 

paid. Nevertheless, many properly submitted 

claims are not paid within the statutory period 

specified by law. What recourse does a medical 

practice have? 


The In-Network Contract 

When a physical therapist is a participating 

provider with a health insurer, 

the relationship is contractual. The contract 

is usually drafted by the insurance 

carrier. Typical participating provider 

agreements define what constitutes a 

breach of the contract. 

Aside from indicating that the contract 

is terminable for a breach, it is usually 

silent on damages and remedies 

available to the provider. That is, the 

insurance carrier’s contract gives the 

provider the option of terminating the 

contract when the carrier fails to pay 

pursuant to the contract’s terms. The 

contract does not specify any damages 

available to the provider for the carrier’s 

failure to pay. 

Many contracts contain “beneficiary 

hold harmless” provisions that prevent 

the provider from seeking payment 

from the patient for amounts owed by the 

insurance carrier. For example, consider the 

following language taken from a participating 

provider contract: 

“Beneficiary Hold Harmless. Group Provider 

agrees, and shall ensure its Providers and subcontractors 

agree, that in no event, including, 

but not limited to, non-payment by [Insurance 

Carrier], insolvency or breach of this Agreement, 

shall Group Provider or subcontractor 

bill, charge, collect a deposit from, seek compensation 

or reimbursement from, or have 

any recourse against Beneficiaries or persons 

other than [Insurance Carrier] acting on behalf 

of Beneficiary for Covered Services provided 

pursuant to this Agreement.” 

In as much as the insurance carrier breached 

the agreement by failing to pay, the “beneficiary 

hold harmless” clause itself is subject to a 

breach by the provider in seeking payment for 

services rendered. That is, if the carrier breaches 

its payment obligations to the provider, the 

provider could, in turn, breach the contract 

as well by seeking payment from the patient. 

[Note: The author is not advocating a breach, 

but simply pointing out that a corresponding 

breach may be an alternative course of action.] 

Billing the patient for unpaid insurance 

claims is generally an unpopular decision. 

Many patients cannot afford to pay an unpaid 

insurance balance. Furthermore, billing a 

patient for an insurer’s financial responsibility 

may create animosity from the patient 

toward the practice. For those reasons, the 

practice should pursue the insurance carrier 

for payment. 

Remedy for Unpaid Claims 

After exhausting efforts with the insurance carrier 

to seek payment, the practice may want to 

first consider regulatory involvement by seeking 

the assistance from the state’s insurance department. 

The insurance department may enforce 

the prompt pay statute against the carrier. 

For example, the Pennsylvania prompt pay 

statute dictates penalties of 10 percent annual 

interest rate on the unpaid balances owed to 

a provider. 2 The state’s insurance department 

may be the provider’s most cost-effective remedy 

for resolution of late-paying claims. 

Legal Action Under Contract Law 

Another alternative is legal action. Legal avenues 

may be cost prohibitive, however. Legal 

actions, under a contract basis, are limited in 

recovery value. 

Damages for breach of contract action are 

generally limited to the monetary loss sustained. 

That is, the provider may sue to recover 

the “expectation value” of the contract—the 

amount owed by the insurance carrier for the 

services rendered to an insured. However, litigation 

may leave the provider with a net loss, 

even if the provider prevails in the court action. 

The provider’s net recovery is the amount 

received from the action, reduced by all legal 

expenses incurred in bringing the action. Attorney 

fees are generally not recoverable in litigation, 

unless there is a clear contractual provision 

requiring the breaching party to pay the nonbreaching 

party’s legal expenses or provided 

under statute. 3 

Needless to say, this provision will not be 

found in the participating provider agreements 

drafted by the insurance carrier. If $10,000 is 

owed, and the legal fees are $3,000, the $7,000 

recovery is still $3,000 short of what the provider 

was owed under the contract. 

To lessen the impact of the practice’s cash 

outflow for financing the legal action, you may 

want to work out a contingent-fee arrangement 

with your attorney, whereby the attorney is 

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compensated as a percentage of the recovery. 

Any issues that may arise with the Employee 

Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) are 

beyond the scope of this article. 

Auto and Worker’s Comp Claims 

Similar to health insurance prompt-pay statutes, 

many states also have statutes that govern payment 

under automobile accidents or worker’s 

compensation programs. For example, Pennsylvania’s 

Motor Vehicle Financial Responsibility 

Law (MVFRL) provides that insurance claims 

must be paid within 30 days after the insurer 

receives reasonable proof of the amount due. 4 

Unlike the prompt pay statute governing 

health plans, the MVFRL creates a private 

cause of action. 5 That is, a medical provider 

may use the statute as a basis for a lawsuit for 

unpaid/past-due claims. 6 The statute penalizes 

the insurer with 12 percent interest for the 

unpaid claims. 7 

The MVFRL also contains a provision for 

the prevailing party’s recovery of attorney’s 

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“the insurer’s actions were unreasonable in 

failing to make timely payment,” the court 

may award attorney fees expended in maintaining 

the suit for interest payments. 9 Many 

states have similar provisions. Usually, these 

statutes are available online. 

Practices should check to see what the rules 

are governing auto claims and worker’s compensation 

programs in their state. 

Getting Paid 

When recovering a delayed claim, you should 

first exhaust efforts with the insurance company 

before seeking other remedies. Failing 

that, your state’s insurance department may 

be a cost-effective resource in seeking redress 

for insurance claims that are late. 

For health insurance claims, you should consider 

the fact that the patient is generally paying 

for the coverage. It may be beneficial to enlist 

the assistance of the patient by informing him 

that the insurance company has not honored the 

patient’s benefits. Legal action may be an option, 

depending on the amount of money at issue. 

[mAnAGEmEnT FoCuS] 

For health insurance claims, the practice 

should consult the participating provider agreement 

to determine whether there are any contractual 

provisions for damages in the event of 

a breach of contract. Other legal theories may 

be available, depending on the facts and circumstances 

surrounding the issue. n 

For a list of references, visit www.advance 

web.com/pt and click “References” in the 

resources toolbar. 

Franklin J. Rooks Jr. is a physical therapist and practicing 

attorney in Philadelphia. This article is not 

legal advice and is intended to provide only general, 

non-specific legal information. This article does not 

cover all of the issues related to the topic discussed. 

The author can be reached at fjrooks@gmail.com 

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[pIlAteS] 

breaking Free 

When it comes to sports, 

Pilates can not only benefit 

injury rehab but also 

possibly improve 

performance By Brian w. Ferrie 

Any Pilates practitioner will tell you 

it’s much more than just an exercise 

regimen. To some, the emphasis on 

breathing, balance and fitness has 

created a whole new way of life. Of particular 

interest to PT professionals in the sports realm 

is how Pilates can impact not only rehab, but 

potentially performance as well. 

Core Stabilization 

“The primary reason Pilates can have such a 

great effect on athletes is the focus on core stabilization,” 

said Debra Layne, PT, CPI, owner/ 

senior physical therapist at North Boulder 

Physical Therapy Sports Rehabilitation, with 

two locations in Boulder, CO. 

“What we’re trying to do with Pilates is balance 

the right and left sides of the body. Most of 

our patients have an injury on one side or the 

other, whether it’s the shoulder, hip or knee. So 

we’re trying to provide symmetry and balance. 

We want them to be longer, flexible and strong, 

then be coordinated so they can perform better. 

Through all of that, we also want their posture 


to be optimal. One of the things people say is 

their body awareness really improves because 

of Pilates.” 

Layne established her clinic in 1979 and 

now employs 15 PTs and one PTA between the 

two locations. She estimated 20 percent of her 

patient population presents with some type of 

sports injury. But that number can vary based 

on your view of what qualifies as a sport. 

“Almost everybody in Boulder hikes. That’s 

just what people do. It’s part of the lifestyle 

and we don’t really consider it a sport,” she 

laughed. “But I should mention it because a lot 

of other people might think of hiking as a sport. 

So we’ll see hiking injuries, along with climbing, 

biking and running injuries. But again, those 

things are so common here I don’t even really 

think of them as sports. It’s just an incredibly 

active town.” 

Other sports causing injuries that Layne 

typically encounters include dancing, golf, 

soccer and basketball. “Those are probably the 

largest groups. And since we’re in Colorado 

we also see our share of skiing and snowboarding 

injuries.” 

Pilates Provision 

Layne related that 50 percent of her sports injury 

population will also receive Pilates, either as 

part of rehab or something they gravitate to 

after rehab has been completed. The Pilates 

portion of her practice is a relatively recent 

development, only getting off the ground 

about six years ago when she opened a studio 

called North Boulder Pilates adjacent to 

one of the PT clinics. There is no staff specific 

to the studio – rather all classes are taught by 

therapists who work at the PT clinics. 

“The only exception is we have one person 

who is a contractor and substitutes for us when 

a PT is sick or can’t make it for some reason,” 

Layne clarified. “She’s not a physical therapist 

but also not an employee. And she’s wonderful.” 

Including Layne, six therapists at North Boulder 

are certified Pilates instructors. Most of the 

patients who receive Pilates instruction at her 

studio are experiencing it for the first time, she 

noted. “Generally they’ve all heard of Pilates, 

are curious and want to try it.” 

The Pilates population does skew to the 

female side, however. “I think that’s mostly due 

to lifestyle,” Layne explained. “Women tend to 

be able to get off work easier or are more willing 

to coordinate their lives so they can get to Pilates. 

For example, a female who has small children 

might arrange for her husband to take care of 

the kids while she comes in and does Pilates, or 

maybe she’ll get a babysitter.” 

Men on the other hand, even those who enjoy 

Pilates, don’t tend to make it as high a priority. 

“Most of the males who do Pilates here will 

come first thing in the morning or in the evening 

because their days are pretty committed.” 

North Boulder doesn’t offer weekend hours, 

for a very simple reason. 

“Because we go play on the weekends,” Layne 

said with a laugh. “I never ask my staff to do 

anything I wouldn’t do and I don’t want to 

work on weekends. But we’re open from 7 a.m. 

to 7 p.m. on weekdays so that allows people a 

lot of time to get in here before or after work.” 

Rehab Regimen 

Sports rehab patients who could benefit from 

Pilates are often introduced to it early in their 

regimens at North Boulder. 

“During rehab, we’ll draw attention to their 

breathing,” Layne explained. “Often we’ll 

implement Pilates breathing, especially if 

they’re going to transition into Pilates. And 

we’ll start core stabilization exercises while 

they’re doing the early rehab as part of their 

home exercise program.” 

Those exercises are encompassed in a form 

of Pilates called mat work. 

“They won’t even know yet that they’re doing 

Pilates,” she explained. “We just incorporate 

Pilates principles into what we’re conducting 

at the clinic and particularly into home exercise.” 

For example, if a patient has a hip problem 

and will be side-lying to do exercises, the staff at 

North Boulder asks him to stabilize his core and 

breathe while performing the exercise. 

“We also have patients pay attention to the 

posture and position they’re in. Often they just 

think we’re being picky, but really we’re applying 

Pilates.” 

As rehab progresses, the staff discusses with 

each patient the possibility of participating in 

more formalized Pilates sessions. 

“Because some people just want to do all their 

exercises at home, while others like going to a 

facility for exercise,” Layne explained. “Usually 

we approach it by saying that coming here 

will be a safer way for them to transition out 

of physical therapy because they’ll have a PT 

watching them, we’ll be very specific about 

their body part and make sure they don’t get 

injured. Then if they want to, they can transition 

CoUrteSY DebrA lAYNe

to a gym around here.” 

As might be expected of a town as fitnessoriented 

as Boulder, there are three local rec 

centers and all offer Pilates classes. 

“Of course, those classes might have 30 people 

in them,” Layne related. “At our clinic, we go 

from one-on-one with patients to them being 

in classes that have only four to six people, so 

the PT can closely supervise. A lot of patients 

just stay and attend classes on a regular basis. 

We’ve had some people in class for six years.” 

Practice Transformation 

Victoria Liu, MSPT, FAAOMPT, CPI, is another 

clinician whose practice has been transformed 

through a melding of physical therapy and 

Pilates. Liu became a PT about 12 years ago, 

then worked in hospitals during her first few 

years out of school before moving on to outpatient 

sports medicine clinics. But in 2010, she 

established her own cash-based practice called 

Sports Physio and Pilates in Danville, CA, and 

hasn’t looked back. 

“I’m mainly a manual therapy-based clinician 

with exercise as part of it,” she told 

ADVANCE. “They really go hand in hand. I’m 

also an endurance athlete and so are many of 

my patients. I’d say 80 percent of my population 

presents with some type of sports injury 

and almost all of them get some form of Pilates 

as part of treatment.” 

Liu became a certified Pilates instructor about 

six years ago, stemming from a fortuitous confluence 

of events. 

“I was working in a clinic where the owner 

was Pilates certified,” she explained. “She had 

Pilates equipment and I really didn’t know anything 

about it. So just working there piqued my 

interest. Then she showed me a few things and I 

thought, ‘Oh my God – this is perfect for rehab.’ 

It just went exactly with my philosophy about 

precision of movement. That it matters how you 

get there, not just getting there or performing 

the movement.” 

In addition to endurance athletes, Liu treats 

patients who have been injured in sports such 

as soccer, rugby, basketball and golf. Common 

injuries include meniscus or ACL tears and 

patellofemoral syndrome, as well as rotator 

cuff dysfunction in swimmers and other overhead 

athletes. 

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Although nearly any sports injury can benefit 

from Pilates treatment, Liu specifically discussed 

the back. 

“Take stenosis, for example, which is often an 

issue among older golfers I treat. They have an 

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[CoVer StorY] 

oPEninG 

DoorS 

Rehab services help integrate 

children with special needs into 

mainstream school settings 

By Rebecca Mayer 

when a child with special needs goes to school, 

who thinks about whether he is able to ride 

the bus, climb the stairs, communicate with 

his peers, and write his name? These challenges 

are best addressed by the physical and 

occupational therapists and speech language 

pathologists who work in a school setting. 

By definition, children with disabilities require special education 

and related services that can include transportation services as well 

as OT, PT and SLP. The disabilities range from visual and hearing 

impairments to autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome and 

traumatic brain injury. 

Special education services may be necessary if a student has a 

disability that adversely affects his educational performance. In 1975, 

Congress passed Public Law 94-142 (Education of All Handicapped 

Children Act), now codified as Individuals with Disabilities Education 

Act (IDEA). 

Under this law, school districts are required to provide a “free 

appropriate public education” to each qualified student with a disability, 

regardless of the nature or severity of the disability. 

IDEA governs how states and public agencies provide early intervention, 

special education and related services to more than 6.5 million 

eligible infants, toddlers, children and youth with disabilities. 

“The basis of physical therapy in this setting is to give children 

access to education. The students are provided with support that 

allows them to participate fully in the home, school and community 

with their peers,” explained Julie Almeida, PT, president and chief 

executive of Bristol County Rehabilitation Services Inc. of Middletown, 

RI. 

The Newport County Regional Special Education Program was 

formed to provide the full continuum of special education services 

for children with disabilities in the towns of Middletown, Portsmouth, 

Little Compton and Tiverton, RI. Under contract with the 

program, Bristol County Rehab specializes in the delivery of physical 

and occupational therapy services in the public school setting. 

Working with the speech language pathologists employed by 

Newport County Regional Special Education Program and various 

other team members, the PTs and OTs endeavor to keep children 

with physical and mental impairments in the public schools. 

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shanan Brissette, PT, 

DPT, a physical therapist 

with Bristol County 

Rehabiliation services 

Inc., works on a balance 

exercise with 3-yearold 

Fitch at Fort Barton 

school in Tiverton, RI. 

JEFFrEy LEESEr 

Leveling the Playing Field 

“We support regular education,” Almeida shared. 

“Students with disabilities learn from their peers, 

so if we can keep them in their home schools 

and communities, then we do. That’s where 

rehab comes in.” 

Student evaluations are performed when 

requested by the parents, school staff, outside 

agencies and/or other medical professionals. 

These student evaluations help 

the rehab team make decisions 

regarding the continuation of services, 

the beginning of services or 

the discharge of services. 

“We treat students ranging 

from age 3 to 21 so there is a 

great variety throughout our day,” 

explained Shanan Brissette, PT, DPT, Bristol 

County Rehab. 

“We incorporate our services into the educational 

setting as much as we can whether that 

is a movement group in the preschool class or 

supporting a student within a PE setting.” 

In a typical day, the PTs and OTs travel from 

school to school and classroom to classroom to 

support the students’ physical mobility issues 

Team Work 

During the 2011-2012 school year, the OTs provided 

direct service to 335 students and the PTs 

provided direct service to 121 students. 

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on our cover: Julie Almeida, PT, president and chief executive of Bristol County Rehabilitation 

services Inc. helps Brendan into his stander. Above (back row l to r): Bristol County Rehab 

therapists Megan silvia, Ms, oTR/l, Julie Almeida, PT, and shanan Brissette, PT, DPT, gather in 

the preschool classroom at Fort Barton school in Tiverton, RI. 

“We use a team approach and the therapists 

are part of the team,” explained Leslie Brow, 

assistant director, Newport County Regional 

Special Education Program. “We look at the 

student as a whole, even outside of the classroom. 

The therapists assist students walking 

on stairs, getting on and off the bus and 

accessing playground equipment.” 

The therapists hold one-on-one therapy 

sessions with the children 

who have more physical needs. 

“These sessions look like typical 

medical rehab sessions, but 

because we’re working with 

kids, we have to make the sessions 

fun and inventive,” Dr. 

Brissette said. 

“Every child is unique so we need to consider 

his background and figure out what he 

enjoys,” stated Megan Silvia, MS, OTR/L, 

Bristol County Rehab. “If there is one student 

who loves lions and will do anything lionrelated, 

then we focus on that to motivate him. 

Other students respond if we bring sports into 

an activity. A lot of preparation and planning 

goes into our sessions.” 

According to Almeida, rehab services cannot 

stand alone. “We have to collaborate with 

other departments and educational experts,” 

she said. “The kids require other specialized 

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therapy or adaptive physical education.” 

“I provide functional communication therapy to children with a wide 

variety of needs,” said Lindsay Z. Jacobs, MS, CCC-SLP, Newport 

County Regional Special Education Program. “My goal is for them 

to be able to communicate their wants, needs, likes and desires to 

different communication partners throughout the day.” 

Jacobs runs individual and group therapy sessions and co-treats 

with physical and occupational therapy in the classroom. She runs 

social skills groups with the school psychologist. 

“We have a number of students who have great knowledge of language 

and vocabulary; however, they have a difficult time expressing 

themselves, formulating their thoughts and articulating their message 

so that it’s intelligible to all listeners,” Jacobs observed. “We use many 

tools to help them communicate successfully.” 

In order for some children to access the curriculum, the PTs may 

need to obtain gait trainers, walkers and standers. “We collaborate 

with the classroom teacher and consider the child’s classroom schedule,” 

Almeida shared. “Is he going to PE, circle time or writing time? 

We follow the child’s classroom schedule and embed ourselves in that.” 

The therapists use adaptive equipment so the students can remain 

with their peers, whether they are in a mainstream or a self-contained 

classroom. The PTs provide adaptive chairs and bean bags to support 

the students’ posture during classroom activities. 

The therapists generally work with a particular student on multiple 

activities at once. While Dr. Brissette may be helping a student onto 

a bean bag, she is also trying to keep him focused on the activity in 

the classroom. 

Silvia mainly focuses on fine motor, visual motor and visual perceptual 

skills with the students. “One student worked on a word 

search to improve his visual perceptual skills,” she shared. “Then he 

completed a craft project that involved tracing a shape onto a piece of 

paper and then cutting the shape out. The cutting is a bilateral skills 

task and the tracing is a visual motor task.” 

According to Silvia, the students may think they are simply doing 

a craft project but the activity addresses multiple skills. “We do our 

best to make the activities fun and enjoyable,” she said. 

Silvia told ADVANCE that the therapists work very closely together. 

“Having a multidisciplinary approach is beneficial to the students,” 

she shared. “We keep the lines of communication open to discuss 

which approaches may be working with one student but are not 

working with another.” 

When a child uses an augmented communication device, the goal 

is for her to become a more sophisticated user so she may access a 

much larger vocabulary and participate in academic tasks. Proper 

use of these communication devices often relies on an interdisciplinary 

approach. 

“OT, SLP and PT work together with the augmented communication 

devices because access is an important consideration and one of 

the first things we look at,” Jacobs said. “How is the student going 

to access the device? Is it going to be through the use of her fingers 

touching something? If it is, then we need to make sure she has the 

fine motor skills to touch the button. The OT addresses this before I 

teach her how to use the device.” 

According to Jacobs, some students use eye gaze to control the 

devices. “For students who access the device switches with head control, 

PT determines the optimal position for the student,” she explained.

For children with greater and more specific 

needs, the therapists focus on lower level 

and simplified motor activities. “We make 

the tasks more practical and try to work 

on tasks they will be doing when they are 

older,” Silvia explained. “The task may be 

to put coins in a piggy bank because they 

may need that skill when they’re older to put 

coins in a vending machine. The tasks may 

not seem complex, but we are working on 

the foundation skills.” 

Identifying Needs 

In addition to the time spent with the students, 

Bristol County Rehab staff members 

often consult with the classroom staff, the 

principals and office staff, Newport County 

Regional Special Education staff, vendors and 

most importantly, parents. 

The staff meets with parents and school 

representatives at least once a year at the 

annual individualized education plan (IEP) 

meeting. 

“We look at the child’s school functioning 

to determine if their ability to access the curriculum 

is being affected,” relayed Brow. “We 

have to monitor RI eligibility criteria so we 

hold meetings with the IEP team, the clinician 

and the local educational advocate to see 

if a student is eligible.” 

“The IEP drives what we do,” Almeida 

explained. “We may set an annual goal for 

a particular child to use a stander for two 

hours a day.” 

To achieve that goal, the PTs will collaborate 

with the teacher, OT and SLP to determine 

the child’s tolerance and endurance 

level. The teacher assistants then track the 

time the student remains in the stander. 

The use of adaptive equipment requires 

classroom staff training. “We need to train the 

teachers who work in that classroom about 

how to use a stander throughout the day and 

how to lift the children, when necessary,” Dr. 

Brissette said. “We train the staff to carry over 

the goals we have identified for the students.” 

The staff consults with the teachers on 

how to provide accommodations for the 

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student within the classroom, according 

to Brow. “In order to meet student needs, 

we frequently hold inservices for teachers,” 

she said. “Last week, for example, a child 

returned from surgery so we did an inservice 

with the nurse, teaching aide and teacher. 

The rehab team assessed the desk height, 

doorway width, table height and accessibility 

of the bathroom.” 

In the school setting, it may take a full 

school year or even several years to see a 

child progress on a certain goal. “We enjoy 

seeing the kids grow and progress over 

a period of time,” Silvia told ADVANCE. 

“It’s very rewarding when they hit a 

milestone.” n 

Rebecca Mayer is senior regional editor 

of ADVANCE and can be reached at rmayer@ 

advanceweb.com 


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[lASer ApplICAtIoNS] 

the laser therapy perspective 

How patients and PTs who 

haven’t used laser therapy 

may view the popular 

modality By sue Coyle 

laser therapy is not a new topic in the 

physical therapy world. You have only 

to search ADVANCE’s archives to know 

that. However, its status as a hot topic 

in rehab medicine does not mean that laser 

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by 

therapy is the most commonly used modality 

by therapists or, for that matter, commonly 

understood by clients. 

Laser therapy was not approved by the 

FDA until 2003, explained Daniel Oest, PT, 

MPT, owner and director of Hicksville Physical 

Therapy in Hicksville, NY. As a result, it 

isn’t as widespread in practice in the United 

States as it may be in, for example, Europe. In 

fact, Oest was one of the first PTs to use the 

cold laser, when he invested in it seven-anda-half 

years ago and the very first PT on Long 

Island to begin using the higher-powered, socalled 

“hot laser” two-and-a-half years ago. 

Outside of therapists, Oest estimated that 

the majority of patients he treats with laser 

therapy have never heard of the modality 

prior to his initial presentation of treatment. 

“They only know what laser therapy is if they 

find me on the Internet,” he said. “Most of 

them don’t; maybe about a quarter know 

[what laser therapy is].” 

With that in mind, ADVANCE explored 

with Oest as well as Dave Everett, MPT, 

physical therapist and owner of Laser Integrated 

Physical Therapy Inc. in Santa Barbara, 

CA, why laser therapy has been slower to 

skyrocket into practice—and why patients 

may be hesitant to move forward with this 

form of treatment. 

A Review 

To best understand the perspectives of 

other PTs and patients, therapists must first 

understand laser therapy. Laser therapy is a 

modality of physical therapy in which a laser 

is used to treat, most commonly inflammatory 

and muscular conditions such as tendinitis, 

tennis elbow, sciatica, volleyball shoulder, 

neck injuries, bursitis and muscular strains. 

When administering laser therapy, there 

are two types of possible lasers: hot and 

cold. “The basic difference is intensity,” 

Oest explained. “You gauge the intensity 

by how quickly it can emit the laser energy. 

With a cold laser, you have to hold it for 

about two minutes to emit 12 joules of 

energy. The hot laser can emit the same in 

about one second.” 

Everett expanded on the difference 

between the two, describing what the energy 

does: “Higher-powered or hot lasers work 

by utilizing thermal properties. Lowerlevel 

lasers, or cold lasers, work by activating 

enzymes, which in turn promote cellular 

regeneration. Pain reduction is achieved via 

endorphins being released.” Essentially, the 

laser encourages the body to heal and, subsequently, 

the presenting symptom—typically 

pain—is lessened. 

Patients may receive laser therapy any 

number of times, depending on the severity 

and type of ailment. It is uncommon that an 

individual receives only one session but “90 

percent will feel a difference after the first session,” 

Oest said of the hot laser. 

Further, laser therapy is almost always 

used in conjunction with other modalities, 

such as mobilizations, soft-tissue manipulation 

and therapeutic exercises, Everett 

described. 

And the results? “Remarkable,” Oest said. 

“I consider it the most effective physical therapy 

modality out there.” 

PT Perspectives 

If laser therapy is so remarkable, however, 

why is it still relatively new to the field in 

terms of active use in America? 

When it comes to physical therapists, part 

of the answer comes down to payment. “The 

way it’s covered by insurance—well, it’s not,” 

Oest said. “When I use the cold laser, I do it 

in conjunction with other physical therapy 

modalities and don’t bill for it. If patients are 

not getting the [desired] results, I switch to 

the hot laser.” 

Oest does bill the patient for this, as the 

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equipment is considerably more expensive. 

And of course, there is the fact that other 

modalities are known to be effective by both 

therapists and patients, such as ultrasound 

therapy. 

“Ultrasound was the standard modality that 

people used when I was going through my 

training,” Everett said. “People are comfortable 

with it because it is so readily available.” 

Patient Perspectives 

There is a lot to be said for that comfort, particularly 

because when patients worry, they’re 

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So what exactly are PT patients thinking about 

laser therapies? What are their concerns and 

beliefs about the modality? 

“Usually, the biggest concern patients have is, 

‘What are the side effects?’” Oest said. 

Fortunately, Oest is able to tell his patients 

that laser therapy has minimal, if any, side 

effects. “The only thing I’ve seen,” he reflected, 

“is with the high powered laser ... sometimes 

the inflammation temporarily increases before 

it decreases.” 

And, while laser therapy does emit a 

form of radiation, the concerns from that 

are negligible, Oest explained. “I actually 

called the company [that manufactured the 

lasers used at Hicksville] and asked them 

myself. The owner of the company told me, 

‘Put it this way: If you measured how much 

radiation comes from the alarm clock next 

to you while you sleep at night, administering 

the hot laser is nothing.’” And as Oest 

noted above, the hot laser emits more energy 

than the cold laser, so “nothing” is an even 

more accurate descriptor of radiation when 

it comes to the latter. 

“One concern some patients come in with 

is thinking that a laser has to be a cutting 

tool or something for surgical procedures,” 

Everett added. “In this case, my cold laser 

has no thermal or cutting properties and 

could never damage tissue even when used 

for extended periods.” 

On the flip side of these concerns are 

the people who are too confident in laser 

therapy’s abilities. “I’ve had a few patients 

who come in and want the pain or condition 

cured instantly with the first treatment,” 

Everett recalled. “In rare occurrences this has 

happened, but this expectation becomes 

a burden.” 

Similarly, Oest has had a few patients—typically 

those who have come to him specifically 

for laser therapy—who want laser therapy to 

alleviate their pain without necessarily considering 

the source of the pain. “I don’t use 

laser therapy as the sole treatment,” Oest said, 

agreeing with Everett. “I look at the causes, 

determine how to treat those and then use any 

modalities, such as laser therapy.” Thus, it can 

be difficult when a patient arrives expecting a 

quick laser treatment and nothing more. 

Broadening Minds 

With these concerns, hesitations, misbeliefs 

and challenges in mind, what can be done by 

laser continued on page 25

Cancer’s Lingering Effect 

Therapy clinics are seeing 

a growing segment 

of patients with postchemotherapy 

neuropathy 

By Alma Deguzman, PT, CPed, 

and John hayes Jr., DC 

questions, the fear and the concept 

of facing their own mortality are 

enough to paralyze even the strongest 

individual. 

In the not-so-distant past, the standard treatment 

protocol was surgery, chemotherapy, radiation 

or some combination of the three, and 

that was it. Then the patient played the waiting 

game to see what, if anything, worked. 

What people didn’t realize was that the end 

of a course of chemotherapy was not the end 

of the healing process. They would be dealing 

with the lasting effects of chemotherapy long 

after their hair returned and the nausea ended. 

One of those lasting effects is post-chemotherapy 

peripheral neuropathy. 

Fortunately for the PT community, cancer 

patients are quickly learning that the right 

physical therapy, nutrition and often the correct 

forms of nerve stimulation, when combined 

in the hands of a skilled therapist, can help 

SCott DerbY Acancer diagnosis is terrifying. The 

alleviate the symptoms of 

their post-chemotherapy 

peripheral neuropathy. 

Role of Physical 

Therapy 

The post-chemotherapy 

peripheral neuropathy 

patient is becoming an 

enlightened consumer of 

this specialty practice that 

goes beyond traditional 

medications and standard 

medical treatments. 

A new, enlightened 

approach to treating their 

peripheral neuropathy 

symptoms gives specially 

trained PTs an everexpanding 

patient population 

to serve. Treating 

these patients who have 

already walked through 

an experience most people live in fear of can 

be incredibly rewarding. 

To get them in your office, however, you 

must show them exactly how your training, 

expertise and specialty care can improve their 

quality of life. It’s not just about marketing 

traditional care that people associate with 

post-op issues or sports injuries. It’s about 

educating the patient on a multi-pronged 

approach to their medical issues. 

Chances are these patients have never been 

treated by neurologically trained physical 

therapist. They may think they know what a 

PT does, but they may not understand everything 

your unique services can do for their 

condition. 

Traditionally, physical therapy is associated 

with treatment of injuries and illnesses affecting 

the bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons 

and joints. In educating the post-chemotherapy 

peripheral neuropathy patient, recognize 

that they can be dealing with gait problems, 

muscular weakness or even issues caused by 

radiation. Standard therapy training and your 

usual techniques cannot always address the 

stress of dealing with these conditions. 

Physical therapy can help the post-chemotherapy 

neuropathy patient deal with the 

symptoms and pain associated both with 

their cancer and their course of treatment. 

[NeUropAtHY] 

Often, by carefully addressing pain in the correct 

way and related tissues, we may actually 

stimulate a healthier nervous system. This is a 

basic building block for regaining pre-cancer 

health and alleviating nerve pain. 

Nutritional Concerns 

Chemotherapy and other cancer medications 

can wreck a patient’s digestive system. In the 

process of killing cancer cells, it can also damage 

healthy cells, and that’s what brings on 

the side effects of chemotherapy. This can not 

only affect the ability to eat but also prevent 

the body from getting the nutrients it needs. 

Learning good nutrition and the basic biochemistry 

of nerve metabolism allows you to 

talk professionally to your post-chemotherapy 

patients and their physicians about their 

nutrition issues. They can be dealing with 

any number of symptoms, ranging from 

nausea and loss of appetite to dry mouth 

and changes in their sense of taste and smell. 

Offering nutrition information and dietary 

planning in your practice’s services is another 

way to serve this patient population. Good 

nutrition will boost the immune system and 

let it do its job in fighting off illnesses brought 

on by chemotherapy. 

Potential post-chemotherapy peripheral 

neuropathy patients may not realize that this 

is an area of their recovery you may help with. 

If you’re trained in this specialty, make sure 

you include nutrition information in your 

patient education materials. Patients with 

post-chemotherapy neuropathy need to make 

sure they’re getting nutrients to prevent or 

reverse nutritional deficiencies, lessen the side 

effects of treatment, and improve their quality 

of life. Without appropriate simultaneous 

nutrition, other treatment protocols have no 

chance of success. Just be sure you are trained 

and working within the scope of your license. 

Appropriate Neuropathy Treatment 

Once a course of treatment has been designed 

and a nutrition plan established, the final piece 

in the overall treatment plan is modality selection 

and combination. 

There are several neuropathy treatment 

devices and therapies being advocated to help 

peripheral neuropathy patients. But some are 

potentially harmful. Misapplication can be dangerous. 

Learn the correct applications, and then 


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educate your patients on the options available to them. 

Some patients may have adopted an attitude of “I went through chemotherapy 

and my cancer is gone. I shouldn’t complain about nerve 

pain, tingling and numbness. I should just be thankful to be alive.” 

What they need to know is that they don’t always have to just live 

with sleeplessness, pain and balance and walking issues secondary to 

their treatment. Your physical therapy practice, when specially trained 

and properly equipped, can offer them hope for a more normal life 

without debilitating pain. Yes, they survived cancer, but they can also 

beat their post-chemotherapy peripheral neuropathy. 

Precise combinations of therapy, nutrition and many times, various 

forms of nerve stimulation are showing great promise in helping postchemotherapy 

peripheral neuropathy patients return to a pain-free 

life, without the debilitating effects of neuropathy. 

Serving this courageous patient population can be incredibly 

rewarding. But it is a subspecialty that takes some study and time 

to learn. When you are ready, let patients know you’re there to 

help them. n 

Alma Deguzman is owner and lead physical therapist at Polaris Physical 

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shoes for Neuropathic Patients 

Compared to ordinary shoes, diabetic shoes are extra deep 

and wide. They’re designed to accommodate diabetic feet, 

and can help prevent foot-related complications arising 

from neuropathy. 

other benefits include the redistribution of pressure on the plantar 

aspect of both feet. the use of custom inserts or shoe modifications 

provides proper alignment from the ground up for a diabetic 

patient with flat feet or high arches, which can help relieve foot, 

ankle, knee, hip and back discomfort. Not only do these inserts 

provide biomechanical advantages, they also reduce ground reaction 

force to the arthritic joints of the lower extremities and spine, 

which decreases pain and increases tolerance to ambulation. proper 

support from the ground up is essential in maintaining good body 

alignment and lower-extremity biomechanics, decreasing problems 

in the knees, hips and spine. 

many podiatrists have discontinued dispensing diabetic shoes 

because of the changes that medicare instituted in their eligibility 

requirements. navigating the eligibility requirements can be difficult, 

and knowledge of the necessary steps is required for rehabilitation 

professionals to assist their patients in obtaining diabetic shoes. 

In 1993, Congress amended medicare statutes to provide partial 

reimbursement for depth shoes, custom-molded shoes and shoe 

inserts or modifications to qualifying medicare Part B patients with 

diabetes. What many PTs don’t know is that a significant number of 

diabetic patients we see can benefit from this program. However, 

eligibility requirements must be met. To meet medicare requirements, 

a pair of diabetic shoes has to have some form of closure 

(either Velcro or laces), have a minimum of 3/16” additional depth, 

be made of leather or other suitable materials, and be available in 

full and half sizes with a minimum of 3 widths. 

Who qualifies for diabetic shoes? A patient must meet three 

requirements. First, the patient has a diagnosis of diabetes mellitus. 

Second, the patient has one or more of the following foot conditions: 

previous amputation of the other foot or part of either foot; 

history of previous foot ulceration; history of pre-ulcerative calluses; 

peripheral neuropathy with evidence of callus formation; foot deformity 

or poor circulation. Finally, the patient must be being treated 

under a comprehensive plan of care for diabetes by a physician. 

it’s important to keep in mind that medicare reimburses for one 

pair of diabetic shoes and three pairs of heat moldable or custom 

inserts. A shoe modification is also covered in lieu of one pair of heat 

moldable or custom inserts. Currently, this program is underused 

by physical therapists because of the lack of information regarding 

what’s covered and what’s not. 

Diabetic inserts are multiple density inserts that are either custom 

molded or heat molded to the foot using an external heat source 

of 230°F or higher, and must have total contact with patient’s foot, 

including the arch. there are also specifications on the hardness of 

the insert material per medicare standards. 

Shoe modifications are modifications or additions done to a shoe 

to support and stabilize ankle instability, accommodate a deformity 

or leg length discrepancy, and relieve or redistribute pressure on 

the foot. Some examples are lateral and medial stabilizers for ankle 

instabilities, sole lift for leg length discrepancies and rockers for 

limitation of motion on the ankle joint. 

we can use this medicare program efficiently by properly identifying 

patients who need diabetic shoes and inserts, and by assisting 

patients in obtaining them. Consulting a pedorthist can help answer 

questions about medicare eligibility and requirements and help you 

formulate a comprehensive treatment plan. 

—John Hayes Jr., DC

Safeguarding Sports 

Incidents of sudden death 

in conditioning sessions are 

increasing, yet preventable 

By Rebecca M. lopez, PhD, ATC, CsCs 

care and education with regard to 

sudden death in sport, there has been 

an increase in sudden death, particularly 

during collegiate conditioning sessions. 

Since the year 2000, there have been 21 

NCAA football player deaths during conditioning 

sessions. Of these, 16 occurred at the Division 

I level. 1 Interestingly, all of these fatalities 

occurred during conditioning sessions, but no 

fatalities occurred between September 1 and 

January 1 of these football seasons. 2 

The 3 most common causes of these fatalities 

were exertional sickling (related to sickle cell 

trait, or SCT), exertional heat stroke and cardiac 

conditions. 3 Conditioning sessions have also 

resulted in increased occurrences of exertional 

rhabdomyolysis (skeletal muscle damage resulting 

from strenuous exercise). 1 For example, 13 

athletes were hospitalized with exertional rhabdomyolysis 

following one conditioning session 

at the University of Iowa. 2 

There is no doubt that strength and conditioning 

is integral to enhancing athletic performance. 

However, improvements in strength, speed, 

or any other aspect of physical conditioning 

should never supersede an athlete’s health and 

safety. Conditioning sessions should be based 

on scientific principles of exercise physiology 

and biomechanics. 1 

Douglas J. Casa, PhD, ATC, FNATA, FACSM, 

stated that “the athletes’ development, health 

kYle kIelINSkI Despite efforts in improving medical 

and safety are sometimes overshadowed by 

a culture that values making athletes tough, 

instilling discipline and focusing on success at 

all costs.” 2 Strength and conditioning programs 

should be properly planned and executed, 

using the concept of periodization, to ensure a 

safe and effective year-round program. When 

winning overshadows these concepts, the result 

has been deadly. 

These fatalities and incidences have caused 

concern in the sports medicine world. Athletic 

trainers constantly work to educate their athletes 

and coaches on preventing sudden death, 

yet the numbers have continued to climb. As a 

result, the National Athletic Trainers’ Association 

(NATA), in collaboration with the National 

Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), 

met in January 2012 to find a solution. 

Seeking Best Practices 

The meeting’s purpose was to establish best 

practice guidelines for collegiate condition sessions. 

1 These best practice recommendations 

have been endorsed by several organizations. 1 

The guidelines were published in the July/ 

August 2012 issue of the Journal of Athletic 

Training, 1 and the inter-association task 

form recommendations were released at the 

NATA’s 63rd Annual Meeting & Clinical Symposia 

in St. Louis in June 2012. 2 Their recommendations 

include: 

Acclimatize progressively for utmost safety. 

Exercise acclimatization, similar to the concept 

of heat acclimatization, is essential during the 

first few days of practice or conditioning. Conditioning 

exercise should be phased in gradually 

as part of the periodization plan. The first 

4 to 10 days of any new conditioning cycle, 

[SportS SAFetY] 

such as returning in the summer, after spring 

break or returning from injury, are known transitional 

periods. 1 

These transitional periods should include 

progressive increases in volume, intensity, mode 

and duration, and they should be approved by 

a credentialed strength and conditioning coach 

(S&CC). The S&CC should also collaborate with 

the medical staff to discuss any exercise progressions 

that may need to be individualized due 

to injury or other limitations (i.e., SCT status). 1 

During this exercise acclimatization period, 

it is important for the S&CC, as well as the 

sport coach, to realize that more progress will 

be made with a gradual and safe progression. 

Unfortunately, coaches often try to make athletes 

mentally tough during the first few days 

of practice, and this could potentially result in a 

catastrophic event or fatality. Introducing highintensity 

exercise too soon has been shown to 

increase the risk of sudden death, as 11 of the 21 

collegiate conditioning deaths occurred during 

the first 2 days of workouts. 1 

As task force member Jay R. Hoffman, PhD, 

CSCS, FNSCA, FACSM, RSCC, stated, “if you 

want fast athletes, recruit fast athletes. If you 

want mentally tough athletes, recruit mentally 

tough athletes.” 2 The best practice guidelines 

recommend a starting point of 1:4 work-to-rest 

ratio as a good starting place when conducting 

a high-intensity, serial activity. 1 Having disproportional 

work-to-rest cycles with the intent of 

“toughening up” athletes or achieving faster 

results has led to injury and sometimes death. 

Introduce new conditioning activities 

gradually. In addition to the exercise progression, 

new activities should also be introduced 

gradually. The S&CC should introduce new 

activities in a deliberate and gradual fashion. 1 

It is imperative to ensure that the new activity 

is incorporated into the periodization plan, and 

that the exercise prescription is appropriate for 

the level of the athlete, his physical fitness, and 

that adequate rest is provided. 

Do not use exercise and conditioning 

activities as punishment. Perhaps one of 

the most important guidelines introduced 

in this document was the recommendation 

of not using exercising and/or conditioning 

as punishment. In the athletic realm, it is not 

uncommon to see a coach (sport coach or 

S&CC) using some sort of physical activity 

as a form of punishment. According to these 

best practices, no excess physical activity that 

may increase the risk of injury should be used 

on athletes under any circumstance. 1 


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[SportS SAFetY] 

Ensure proper education, experience and 

credentialing of S&CC’s education. According 

to these guidelines, every S&CC is required to 

obtain an undergraduate degree (preferably in 

exercise science or related field) and become a 

credential S&CC. It is also recommended that 

the strength and conditioning profession establish 

an accredited education curriculum. 

This will ensure that S&CCs have the educational 

background required to implement 

appropriate exercise prescriptions and that they 

will also receive coursework on health, safety, 

and preventing sudden death in athletes. 1 

S&CCs at the collegiate level should have 

adequate mentoring and experience so that 

they are able to design and implement safe and 

effective conditioning programs. All S&CCs 

should maintain first aid, CPR, and AED certification. 

They should also all be required to 

pass a certification examination credentialed by 

an independent accreditation agency. 1 

Provide appropriate medical coverage. 

Often, the S&CC will be the first one on the 

scene of a medical emergency. Therefore, the 

S&CC should be present during all conditioning 

sessions and be prepared to provide first aid 

if needed. The S&CC should be aware of the 

facilities’ Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and be 

able to follow this plan in an emergency. 

According to the guidelines, an athletic 

trainer or team physician should be present 

during high-risk activities. 1 High-risk collegiate 

activities may include sprinting, timed sessions, 

stations, etc. An S&CC should be present during 

lower-risk conditioning sessions, and an 

athletic trainer should at least be on campus 

and accessible during these sessions. 

The S&CC, athletic trainer and team physician 

should work together to determine the 

appropriate medical coverage needed for the 

sports and activities in their athletic program. 

Factors such as the number and type of athletes, 

duration and intensity of the workout and time 

of the year can be used to establish the appropriate 

medical coverage needed. 1 

Develop and practice EAPs. Every institution 

should have an EAP for every athletic 

venue, including the facilities or locations 

where strength and conditioning sessions take 

place. The sports medicine staff should develop 

the EAPs, however, all parties involved should 

review and rehearse the EAP to ensure everyone 

is prepared to assist in an emergency. 

According to these best practice guidelines, if 

those who are supervising a conditioning session 

are not familiar with the EAP, then the 


conditioning session should not take place. 1 

Be cognizant of medical conditions. The 

NATA’s recent position statement on “Preventing 

Sudden Death in Sports” lists the top reasons 

athletes die while participating in sport. 

According to data on the most recent deaths, 

the most prevalent causes of sudden death 

are atraumatic cardiac conditions, exertional 

collapse associated with SCT, exertional heat 

stroke and asthma. 

The medical staff should be educated on the 

recognition and proper immediate treatment of 

these conditions. It is also recommended that 

the sports medicine team, sport coaches, and 

S&CCs take continuing education courses on 

prevention, recognition and treatment. 

The best practice guidelines also include key 

points for the following top 3 causes of sudden 

death in conditioning session: Exertional 

sickling and SCT-related concerns; exertional 

heat stroke; and cardiac conditions. Exertional 

rhabdomyolysis should also be comprehensively 

addressed. 

Administer strength and conditioning programs. 

An S&CC and a sports medicine staff 

member (such as an athletic trainer) should be 

part of the institution’s athletics administration 

to encourage institutional ownership of 

the sports performance and sports medicine 

program safely and effectively. 

A sport coach should not act as the primary 

supervisor for the strength and conditioning 

and sports medicine staff. The sport coach 

should also not have the sole hiring and firing 

authority over these positions. 

The staff should meet regularly, and at the 

very least at the beginning of each training 

season to discuss the health and safety of atrisk 

athletes. The EAP should be reviewed and 

rehearsed to ensure preparedness in the event 

of an emergency. 

Partner with recognized professional 

organizations. According to the best practice 

guidelines, the key organizations responsible 

for athlete safety during conditioning 

sessions (athletic, coaching, sports medicine 

and strength and conditioning organizations) 

should formalize a partnership and review 

these best practices. 

Provide adequate continuing education 

for the entire coaching and medical teams. 

The best practice guidelines recommend that 

S&CCs, sports coaches, athletic trainers and 

team physicians adopt requirements for continuing 

education on preventing sudden death 

in sport. 

These individuals should be required to 

demonstrate knowledge on the prevention 

and management of these conditions, and the 

continuing education reporting cycle for these 

key professions should include a component on 

the prevention of sudden death in sport. 

NCAA Rule Changes 

There may be some initial barriers to the implementation 

of these guidelines; however, every 

institution should assess the changes that need 

to be made to ensure the safety of their athletes. 

Because the guidelines in the consensus statement 

are not NCAA-mandated, it is unlikely 

that all collegiate institutions will strictly follow 

these best practice recommendations. 

However, in 2003, the NCAA enacted rule 

changes so that all participating athletic programs 

had to abide by the new heat acclimatization 

procedures. These rule changes have 

been extremely effective at ensuring athletes 

acclimatize safely during the first few weeks of 

official practices. The increase in conditioningrelated 

morbidity and deaths during collegiate 

conditioning sessions should provide an impetus 

for changes in the current policies. Should 

the NCAA adopt these changes, this would be 

an enormous step in the prevention of sudden 

death during conditioning sessions. 

In the meantime, it is imperative for athletic 

trainers, physicians and other medical personnel 

to work closely with sport coaches, S&CCs, 

and all those involved in collegiate strength and 

conditioning sessions to ensure the safety and 

well-being of collegiate athletes. n 

References are available online at www. 

advanceweb.com/pt 

Rebecca M. Lopez is an assistant professor in athletic 

training education and director of the postprofessional 

graduate athletic training program at 

the University of South Florida. Dr. Lopez’s research 

interests include exertional heat stroke and other 

exertional heat illnesses, cooling methods for hyperthermic 

athletes, ergogenic aids and thermoregulation, 

hydration and exercise performance, exercise heat 

tolerance issues with American football uniforms, 

and preventing sudden death in sports. She currently 

also serves on the Medical & Science Advisory Board 

for the Korey Stringer Institute. 


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Incorporate patients in their own Safe transfers 

Prior to any transfer with a patient, therapists must assess the 

patient’s overall condition or disorder, cognitive ability, be aware 

of any precautions, such as sternal or weight-bearing restrictions, 

and then determine the type of transfer that will be made. The 

type of transfer can be affected by the patient’s overall strength, comfort 

level, active use of bilateral upper and lower extremities, and the height 

and weight of the therapist and the patient. But first you should discuss 

the transfer with the patient so he knows what you’re planning to do. 

Good Communication 

Explain to patients what you are doing and how you are going to do it. 

Sometimes it can be as easy as telling patients to “get up” when you want 

them to get out of bed and sit into a wheelchair. Other times you have to 

segment the activity so they can more easily and readily understand what 

you want from them. Using key phrases such as, “scoot forward,” “nose 

over your toes” and “push with your arms and legs” can break down the 

activity into easy-to-understand instructions for patients while encouraging 

them to do as much as possible on their own. Some patients may 

need extra time to process information and if they don’t fully understand 

what is required of them, they can become startled and resist the transfer. 

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transfer first and then show the patient how to perform the movement 

if there is difficulty. Encouraging the patient with exercises for both the 

upper and lower extremities helps facilitate muscle control, coordination 

and strength that the patient needs to manage a safe and effective transfer. 

More Than One Person Required 

When transferring a patient who requires more assistance for stability 

and safety, it is wise to have another person either directly assist with 

the transfer or stand by in case assistance is needed. When two (or more) 

providers are required to transfer a patient, only one person should give 

instructions. This limits confusion about what each person’s role is during 

the transfer, including the patient. For two providers doing a stand-pivot 

transfer with no assistive device, ensure a gait belt is securely fastened 

around the patient’s waist. 

While standing on either side of the patient, assist the patient to a standing 

position by pulling forward and up with the belt. The providers and 

patient can then coordinate their movements to turn and the patient can 

sit on another surface. Another way for two providers to transfer is to 

have one provider assist from the front of the patient and help him to a 

standing position while the other one assists the patient to turn by facilitating 

the pelvis and hips. If three people are available, the third person 

can “circulate,” ensure the bed and/or wheelchair brakes are locked, the 

oxygen and IV lines will not get tangled, as well as assist when needed 

if the patient is not able to complete the transfer. 

Assistive Transfer Devices 

Hand placement is extremely important to gain stability and security 

before, during and after the transfer. A walker in front of the patient may 

cause him to grasp it rather than push from the bed or chair. Having the 

patient push from the surface he is sitting on and shift his weight forward 

rather than grasping onto the device can take practice. A slide-board 

transfer can require one- or two-person assist depending on the patient’s 

trunk stability, cognition and overall safety. It is a good idea to practice all 

transfers from both the left and right sides so the patient can be comfortable 

with completing them from each side when the need arises after 

discharge from therapy. A transfer pole secured to the floor and ceiling is 

a valuable device that can increase a patient’s independence and reduce 

assistance during transfers. As with all devices and equipment used during 

therapy, ensure other staff and providers are thoroughly trained and 

the equipment is used as intended to maximize patient and staff safety. n 

Information for this handout is provided by Diana Berry Banks, COTA/L, 

director of rehab, and Jason J. Marketti, PTA, who both work at a skilled 

nursing facility in northern Idaho. 


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performance continued from page 11 

issue with extension. A lot of Pilates is flexionbased, 

but there are extension and neutral positions 

as well. For someone with stenosis, it’s a 

really nice way of opening up and lengthening 

the spine with some support from equipment.” 

But it’s important to remember that Pilates 

is a whole-body movement, she emphasized. 

“Usually when people have back issues like 

stenosis or disc problems, it’s not just their spine. 

It’s the flexibility of their hips and immobility of 

their thoracic spine. So putting them on Pilates 

equipment really addresses all of those things, 

with exercises emphasizing thoracic rotation 

and extension, as well as distal mobility with 

proximal stability. Along with movement and 

flexibility through the hips, which can generally 

help anybody with spinal issues.” 

Personal Experience 

And Liu certainly practices what she preaches. 

“I’ve done Muay Thai kickboxing and you 

really need good hip extension for that,” she 

related. “But since I was also cycling a lot, my 

hip flexors got really tight. I could work on 

kicking harder and harder, but unless I have 

the mobility to extend my hips fully when 

I kick, I lose that power. So once I really 

worked on stretching my hip flexors through 

Pilates, getting that mobility, I was able to kick 

with more power.” 

The same principles apply to running, Liu 

added. “You need hip extension and drive, so if 

there’s tightness in the front of your hips, you’re 

just fighting the resistance of your hip flexors. 

Your glutes have to work extra hard to do that. 

So you could work your glutes constantly, but 

it only helps so much until you get mobility in 

the front of your hips.” 

In essence then, Pilates can provide biomechanical 

balance, assist in injury rehabilitation, 

as well as possibly improve sports performance. 

“Pilates is such a great form of exercise to balance 

anyone’s body,” concluded Liu. “Because 

a lot of people don’t understand that absence 

of pain doesn’t mean your body is healthy. If I 

just took anybody off the street, I could find a lot 

of dysfunction and inefficient movement patterns. 

Pilates can help with all of that as well as 

enhance your performance in sports. When you 

fix some of the mobility or stability issues that 

people have, it’s like taking the brakes off.” n 

Brian W. Ferrie is managing editor of ADVANCE 

and can be reached at bferrie@advanceweb.com 


laser continued from page 18 

physical therapists to help move laser therapy 

into the realms of ultrasound therapy? How 

can laser therapy become something readily 

available that clients confidently accept as 

effective treatment? 

For physical therapists who don’t yet use 

laser therapy, the answer can be easy. “See if 

you can get a demo unit,” Oest suggested. 

“Do your research to see which cold laser 

you would want to use, and ask to borrow 

the unit for a week. Pick a certain number 

of patients already coming to therapy [and 

administer the treatment]. See if the progress 

is getting better over that one week. I’m pretty 

confident if they do that, then they’ll see positive 

results.” 

For patients, physical therapists have two 

things to do: explain and demonstrate. “I 

try to explain up front what laser integrated 

physical therapy is all about,” Everett said. “It 

is what you might define as physical therapy, 

which includes an evaluation, education, therapeutic 

exercise and other techniques, with 

laser therapy used to augment or assist in the 

healing process.” 

Everett also demonstrates the laser on himself, 

aiding the explanation by illustrating the 

ease with which laser therapy is administered. 

“Explaining the difference between a hot 

and cold laser usually alleviates most patient 

concerns,” Everett said. “A quick demonstration 

on my hand [as well] with the light, 

showing how gentle it is, usually alleviates 

any further concerns.” 

Once treatment has begun, both Oest and 

Everett feel that the modality can speak for 

itself. 

“Overall, there are more therapists adopting 

the cold laser now, because they are seeing 

the effects,” Oest explained, which is doubly 

beneficial because it allows more therapists 

and patients to witness these effects as well. 

“Seeing the results from my work using the 

laser has been very rewarding,” Everett said. 

“It is especially rewarding to have a patient 

come into my practice doubting he will have 

any results and leaving with a completely different 

outlook, being a ‘believer.’” n 

Sue Coyle is a freelance writer in Bucks County, 

PA. Contact her at susanelizabeth.coyle@gmail.com 


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SEPT. 21-22, 2012 HARTFORD, CT 

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Integrating Pilates, 

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Oral Motor, Feed/Swallow & 

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$595 

St. Augustine, FL .......... Viti ..................... Sep 14 - 16 

Washington, DC ........... Irwin .................. Sep 21 - 23 

Cincinnati, OH .............. Irwin ....................... Oct 5 - 7 

Atlanta, GA ................... Irwin ...................... Nov 2 - 4 

Chicago, IL ................... Yack .................. Nov 16 - 18 

2013 

Houston, TX ...............................................Mar 8 - 10 

Chicago, IL ............................................... Apr 12 - 14 

St. Augustine, FL ......................................... May 3 - 5 

Atlanta, GA ................................................... Jun 7 - 9 

Denver, CO .................................................. Jun 7 - 9 

S3 - Advanced Evaluation & 

Manipulation of the Cranio Facial, 

Cervical & Upper Thoracic Spine 

27 Hours, 2.7 CEUs (Prerequisite S1) 

$795 

Chicago, IL .................. Smith .................... Sep 14-17 

New York City, NY ...... Smith ...................Oct 19 - 22 

Las Vegas, NV ............................................Nov 1 - 4 

Boston, MA ................................................Nov 8 - 11 

St. Augustine, FL ......... Smith ....................Dec 7 - 10 

San Diego, CA .........................................Dec 13 - 16 

2013 

Atlanta, GA .............................................. Feb 15 - 18 

Baltimore, MD .......................................... Mar 21 - 24 

Asheville, NC ................................................Apr 5 - 8 

St. Augustine, FL .....................................May 16 - 19 

Chicago, IL ...................................................Jun 6 - 9 

Denver, CO ...............................................Jul 25 - 28 

S4 - Functional Analysis & 

Management of Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip 

Complex 

15 Hours, 1.5 CEUs (Prerequisite S1) $545 

Harrisburg, PA ............. Nyberg..................Sep 15 - 16 

St. Augustine, FL ........Grant Roys ................Oct 6 - 7 

Atlanta, GA .................. Nyberg.................. Oct 20 - 21 

Cincinnati, OH ..............Lonnemann..............Nov 3 - 4 

Ft. Lauderdale, FL ....... Grant Roys Nov 10 - 11 

Chicago, IL .................. Nyberg......................Dec 8 - 9 

2013 

Baltimore, MD ............................................Feb 16 - 17 

St. Augustine, FL .........................................Mar 9 - 10 

Ft. Lauderdale, FL ......................................... Jun 1 - 2 

UNIVERSITY OF ST. AUGUSTINE 

F O R H E A L T H S C I E N C E S 

Manual Therapy and Orthopaedic Seminars 

2012 - 2013 Seminar Calendar 

CONTINUING EDUCATION SEMINARS 

E1 - Extremity Evaluation and 

Manipulation 


Also Available to OTs $745 

Louisville, KY ................ Naas .................. Sep 20 - 23 

Orlando, FL .................. Busby .................. Oct 25 - 28 

Houston, TX ................. Turner ................. Oct 18 - 21 

Virginia Beach, VA ....... Naas .................... Nov 8 - 11 

Birmingham, AL ............ Busby ..................... Dec 6 - 9 

Las Vegas, NV ............. Turner .................... Dec 6 - 9 

Scranton, PA ................ Naas ...................... Dec 6 - 9 

2013 

St. Augustine, FL .......... Naas ...................Jan 10 - 13 

San Marcos, CA ........... Turner .................. Mar 7 - 10 

Austin, TX ..................... Turner ................. Apr 11 - 14 

Orlando, FL .................. Naas ................... Apr 25 - 28 

Atlanta, GA ................... Busby .....................May 2 - 5 

Washington, DC ........... Naas ...................Jun 20 - 23 

St. Augustine, FL .......... Busby ..................Jun 27 - 30 

Boston, MA ................... Busby ................... Jul 18 - 21 

E2 - Extremity Integration 

21 Hours, 2.1 CEUs (Prerequisite E1) 

$595 

Austin, TX ..................... Patla ....................Sep 21 - 23 

New York City, NY ....... Patla .................... Oct 12 - 14 

Little Rock, AR .............. Conrad ................ Oct 26 - 28 

Chicago, IL ................... Conrad ....................Nov 2 - 4 

St. Augustine, FL ........... Patla/Conrad Nov 30 - Dec 2 

Denver, CO .................. Patla ........................Dec 7 - 9 

2013 

Virginia Beach, VA ....... Conrad ..................Feb 8 - 10 

Little Rock, AR .............. Conrad ................Feb 22 - 24 

Chicago, IL ................... Patla ....................Mar 15 - 17 

St. Augustine, FL .......... Patla ........................ Apr 5 - 7 

Birmingham, AL ............ Conrad ................ Jun 28 - 30 

Advanced Manipulation Including 

Thrust of the Spine & Extremities 

20 Hours, 2.0 CEUs (Prerequisite: Completion of MTC 

Certification) $775 

Denver, CO .................. Yack .................... Nov 9 - 11 

2013 

St. Augustine, FL .......... Irwin ................... Apr 26 - 28 

Austin, TX ..................... Yack .................. Sep 27 - 29 

Applied Musculoskeletal Imaging for 

Physical Therapists 

21 Hours, 2.1 CEUs (No Prerequisite) $545 

Grand Rapids, MI ......... Agustsson .......... Sep 14 - 16 

New York City, NY ....... Agustsson .............. Nov 2 - 4 

2013 

St. Augustine, FL .......... Agustsson ..........May 17 - 19 

Animal-Assisted Therapy: Improving 

Treatment Outcomes 

15 Hours, 1.5 CEUs (No Prerequisite) $545 

St. Augustine, FL....Redner/Schefke/ ........Nov 17 - 18 

Schuitema 

The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences has been 

accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International 

Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET), 

1760 Old Meadow Road, Suite 500, McLean, VA 22102. 

Seminar dates, locations, and tuition are subject to change, please call before making any non-refundable reservations. 

MF1 - Myofascial Manipulation 


$595 

Cape Coral, FL ..............Stanborough......Sep 14 - 16 

New York City, NY ....... Grodin ............... Sep 28 - 30 

Gulf Port, MS ................ Cantu ................. Oct 12 - 14 

Washington, DC ........... Grodin ................ Oct 12 - 14 

Charleston, SC ............. Cantu .................... Nov 2 - 4 

San Francisco, CA ....... Grodin ....................Nov 9-11 

Houston, TX ................. Grodin ................... Dec 1 - 3 

St. Augustine, FL ...........Stanborough......Dec 14 - 16 

2013 

Atlanta, GA ............................................... Jan 11 - 13 

Kalispell, MT ................................................ Feb 1 - 3 

Austin, TX ................................................ Feb 15 - 17 

Orlando, FL ................................................ Mar 8 - 10 

St. Augustine, FL ...................................... Apr 19 - 21 

Birmingham, AL ........................................ Apr 26 - 28 

San Marcos, CA ....................................... Apr 26 - 28 

Little Rock, AR ..........................................Jun 28 - 30 

MANUAL THERAPY CERTIFICATION 

Preparation and Examination 

32 Hours, 3.2 CEUs 

(Prerequisites: S1, S2, S3, S4, E1, E2, MF1) $995 

St. Augustine, FL ............................... Oct 29 - Nov 3 

2013 

St. Augustine, FL .................................... Feb 18 - 23 

St. Augustine, FL .....................................Jun 10 - 15 

St. Augustine, FL ............................... Sep 30 - Oct 5 

CRANIO-MANDIBULAR, HEAD, NECK 

& FACIAL PAIN CERTIFICATION 



(Prerequisites: S1, S3, CF1, CF2, CF3, CF4) $995 

St. Augustine, FL ....................................... Oct 27 - 31 

SPORTS THERAPY CERTIFICATION 



(Prerequisites: S1, E1,) $498 

St. Augustine, FL .......................................Feb 18 - 20 

PRIMARY CARE CERTIFICATION 



(Prerequisites: S1, E1, Medical Diagnostics, 

Pharmacology, Imaging, Intro to Primary Care) $995 

St. Augustine, FL .......................................Feb 18 - 22 

Additional Seminar Offerings 

Caregiver Training 1: Assessment and 

Treatment of Dementia 

12 Hours, 1.2 CEUs (No Prerequisite ) $445 

Open to OTs, PTs, COTAs, PTAs and other health professionals 

St. Augustine, FL .......... Hubbard ..............Sep 29 - 30 

Physical Agent Modalities for 

Occupational Therapists & 

Occupational Therapy Assistants 

12 Hours, 1.2 CEUs (No Prerequisite ) $325 

Open to OTs & COTAs 

St. Augustine, FL. . .LeSage/McGee . . . . . .Nov 3 - 4 

Stanley V. Paris, PT, PhD, FAPTA 

University of St. Augustine 

For Health Sciences 

1 University Boulevard 

St. Augustine, FL 32086-5799 

Registration: 800-241-1027 

FAX: 904-826-0085 

Name: 

_____________________________ 

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Is this your first seminar with the 

University? Yes____ No ____ 

A $100 non-refundable deposit must accompany registration 

form. A 50% non-refundable, non-transferable deposit is 

required for Certification. Balance is due 30 days prior to start 

date of the seminar. Balance can be transferred or refunded 

with 2 week written notice. Notice received after that time 

subject to only 50% refund. No refunds or transfers will be 

issued after the seminar begins. 

METHOD OF PAYMENT 

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Please make payable to: University of St. Augustine 

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Team Discount - Two or more persons from 

the same facility registering for the same seminar 

at the same time, receive a 10% discount 

at the time of registration. 

(Advanced notice and full payment required, does not apply 

after the first day of a seminar.) 

Multiple Seminar Discount - Register and 

pay in full for two or more seminars at the 

same time and receive a 10% discount. 

(May not be combined with any other discounts or previous 

registrations.) ADV 9-12 



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SEPT. 21-23, 2012 WHITMORE LAKE, MI 

OCT. 19-21, 2012 MANCHESTER, NH 

NOV. 16-18, 2012 LONG BEACH, CA 

NDT Treatment of 

The Baby and Child 

Learn how to assess and treat babies from birth to 3 years 

old with known or suspected neuromotor impairments. 

An emphasis will be placed on the practical application of 

treatment strategies to gain functional outcomes appropriate 

for this age group and how to incorporate therapeutic 

strategies into family life. Instructor: Suzanne Davis. 



SEPT. 21-23, 2012 CHERRY HILL, NJ 

NOV. 2-4, 2012 LEXINGTON, KY 

NOV. 30-DEC. 2, 2012 MIAMI, FL 

Dr. Carole B. Lewis Presents: 

Clinical Geriatrics Orthopedics 2012 

This entertaining and informative 20 contact hour seminar 

describes age related changes and pathology, normative 

values, functional tools for every joint in the body and shows 

you how to track patient progress for reimbursement. In 

laboratory sessions, Dr. Lewis, a clinician, international lecturer 

and author teaches innovative mobilization techniques, 

2012! 


creative exercises and diagnosis specific protocols and 

efficient evaluations. 400+page handout and over 5,000 

evidence based references and endless evidence based 

treatment strategies. Contact: 877-794-7328 (toll-free); or 

www.greatseminarsandbooks.com 

SEPT. 21-23, 2012 JACKSONVILLE, FL 

NOV. 2-4, 2012 STATEN ISLAND, NY 

JAN. 26-27, 2013 HOLLYWOOD, FL 

Stable to the Core: Low 

Back & Cervical/Thoracic Patient 

A theory and exercise seminar for health care professionals 

who seek to functionally and dynamically treat low back 

patients and cervical spine with core stabilization. Core 

Stabilization is a nationally recognized clinical method of 

restoring function to the spine patient. Drawing on up to 

date evidence based treatment involving dynamic training, 

participants will combine techniques of PNF, NDT and exercise 

physiology to take core stabilization to its highest level: 

using it in patient function, hobbies, sports, ADL’s and work. 

Instructor: Beverly Biondi. Contact: Education Resources, 

Inc., 508-359-6533; 800-487-6530 (outside MA); www. 

educationresourcesinc.com 

INTERACTIVE WEBINARS 

September 11-13 

Beyond Kegels: Pelvic Muscle, Bladder & Bowel Dysfunction 

September 25-27 

Pregnancy & Postpartum: Prenatal & Postpartum Program 

Oct 16-18 

Pelvic Rotator Cuff: Low Back, SI, Hip, Knee & Ankle 

Oct 23-25 

Bowel Dysfunction: Assessment & Treatment 

Nov 6-8 

Abdominal & Pelvic Core Power: Inner Core Strength-Athlete to Centenarian 

Nov 13-15 

Beyond Kegels: Pelvic Muscle, Bladder & Bowel Dysfunction 

See course descriptions and register at www.phoenixcore.com 

SEPT. 22-23, 2012 RONKONKOMA (LONG ISLAND), NY 

SEPT. 22-23, 2012 PORTLAND, OR 

OCT. 13-14, 2012 URBANA, IL 

KinesioTaping® - KT1/KT2 

More dates and locations, and Kinesiotaping KT3 courses 

listed online. KTA approved seminars. Learn the fundamental 

and advanced concepts, corrective techniques of the 

KinesioTaping Method, and the unique properties and use of 

KinesioTex Tape. Lab sessions provide ample time to practice 

kinesiotaping skills for upper and lower body applications. 

Contact: Rehab Education, LLC, 845-368-2458; for questions; 

info@RehabEd.com or www.RehabEd.com for details 

and registration. 

SEPT. 22-23, 2012 DES MOINES, IA 

OCT. 6-7, 2012 SAVANNAH, GA 

Put Some Muscle 

Into Ther Ex 

Speaker: Wendy K. Anemaet, PT, PhD, GCS, CWS, GTC, COS- 

C; Strength loss begins in the 30's - but what's next? MMT's 

unreliable - what other options exist. Which muscles matter 

most to ADL? Join us for an intensive, fun, 2-day tune up to 

strengthen your outcomes and change the way you prescribe 

Ther Ex on Monday morning! This 20 contact hour course 

explores the current scoop on geriatric resistance training, 

practice evaluative techniques and exercises, and learn about 

parameters of strengthening for a range of medical and rehab 

diagnoses. Put Some Muscle into Ther Ex offers the essential 

tools and knowledge to design, implement, evaluate and 

modify effective resistance training programs for the older 

populations. - See you there. Contact: 877-794-7328 (tollfree); 

or www.greatseminarsandbooks.com 

SEPT. 22-23, 2012 LONG ISLAND, NY 

OCT. 13-14, 2012 KING OF PRUSSIA, PA 

Clinical Analysis of 

24 Adult Foot Types 

This program offers a comprehensive approach to determining 

orthotic intervention that combines traditional with 

contemporary theory to provide a more holistic approach 

to managing gait disorders. Lab time is devoted to teaching 

functional assessment of 24 congenital foot types through 

postural assessment and gait analysis. Clinical evidence 

shows that there are four key features that influence how feet 

work, and various combinations of these features can produce 

foot, limb or back pain. Learn a systematic approach to 

successful management of symptoms utilizing pre-fabricated 

orthotic solutions; and, alternatively how to determine if a 

custom orthoses is necessary. Contact: 877-792-4669; edu 

cation@strideorthotics.com or www.strideorthotics.com 

SEPT. 22-23, 2012 SYRACUSE, NY 

OCT. 13-14, 2012 LINCOLN, NE 

NOV. 3-4, 2012 OXFORD, MS 

Acute Care 

Rehabilitation 

Speaker: Mark Nelson, MPT. This dynamic 20 contact hour 

seminar provides the latest information on cardiac, pulmonary 

and geriatric rehabilitation in the acute care setting. As 

in all practice settings, acute care rehabilitation is continuously 

evolving. From the various entry points into the acute 

care setting to discharge, rehabilitation plays an integral 

role. Therapists are being increasingly relied upon to make 

significant contributions to the medical team and frequently 

are the determining factor in hospital length of stay. This high 

tech seminar will provide therapists with clinical information, 

practical tips and high level problem solving skills by utilizing 

lecture and case studies to discuss the role of therapists in 

this challenging environment. Contact: 877-794-7328 (tollfree); 


WWW.ADVANCEWEB.COM/JOBFAIRS

SEPT. 22-23, 2012 SACRAMENTO, CA 

OCT. 13-14, 2012 NEW ROCHELLE, NY 

DEC. 1-2, 2012 CHARLOTTE, NC 

Safe Steps: Making Gait, 

Balance Assessment & Treatment 

Speaker James C. Wall, BSC, MSc, MEd, PhD, presents Safe 

Steps: Making Gait and Balance Assessment and Treatment 

Worth It. This 20 contact hour seminar reviews the major 

changes commonly seen in the elderly, which can contribute 

to problems with gait, balance, and subsequent loss of independence. 

Evaluation tools, objective techniques to measure 

functional mobility tasks and evidence-based treatment 

strategies will be covered. Contact: 877-794-7328 (tollfree); 


SEPT. 22-23, 2012 SEWICKLEY, PA 

OCT. 19-20, 2012 WATERTOWN, MA 

NOV. 9-10, 2012 CHICAGO, IL 

Yoga and Pilates Therapy for 

The Child with Special Needs 

Learn how to integrate pilates and yoga exercise techniques 

into your therapeutic intervention. These techniques will be 

applied to the child with special needs from birth to school 

age with the diagnosis of sensory impairments, tone issues, 

autism, ADHD and spina bifida. Instruction will be completed 

on how to include these techniques into your everyday practice 

in pediatric rehabilitation. You will be able to design 

family friendly home programs for your clients and participate 

in labs so that you can better appreciate the use of these 

techniques. Instructor: Angelique Micallef-Courts. Contact: 



AT VNSNY, 

WE WORK 

HARD 

TO MAKE 

SURE YOU 

LIVE WELL. 

VNSNY is an approved provider 

of continuing education credit 

by the Alabama State Nurses 

Association, the New York State 

Education Department State 

Board for Physical Therapy, 

the American Occupational 

Therapy Association, and the 

American Speech-Language- 

Hearing Association. VNSNY 

is recognized as a Provider of 

Continuing Education for PTs 

and PTAs by the New York State 

Education Department State 

Board for Physical Therapy. 

Best Companies to Work for in New York, 

SHRM (2012) 

50 Best Places to Work in New York City, 

Crain’s New York Business (2010) 

50 Best NonProfit Organizations to Work For, 

The NonProfit Times (2011) 

SEPT. 22-23, 2012 ALBUQUERQUE, NM 

NOV. 3-4, 2012 NEW ORLEANS, LA 

Taking Balance 

To the Limits 

Speaker Janene Barber PT, GTC has taught and treated 

extensively in this area with astounding results. This 20 

contact hour course goes beyond all you have learned about 

the effects of speed, strength and range of motion limitations 

as causes for balance dysfunction. You will leave with an in 

depth knowledge and skill in postural dyscontrol, somatosensation 

and vestibular arenas. Take home innovative useable 

evaluation and treatment techniques that will dramatically 

change your practice. Contact: 877-794-7328 (toll-free); or 


SEPT. 22-28, 2012 BUCKINGHAM, VA 

OCT. 6-12, 2012 NEW YORK, NY 

JAN. 12-18, 2013 SARASOTA, FL 

Yoga for the Special Child®, LLC 

Certification Programs 

This comprehensive program of Yoga techniques is designed 

to stimulate the development of children w/ special needs. 

Our teaching methods are gentle & restorative; safe for 

babies & children w/ Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, 

Microcephaly, Autism, & other developmental disabilities. 

These methods also provide an effective Tx for children diagnosed 

w/ ADD/ADHD learning disabilities. Taught by internationally 

renowned Yoga therapist & author Sonia Sumar, our 

certification program curriculum includes instruction in Yoga 

poses, breathing exercises, infant massage & deep relaxation 

techniques. Contact: 888-900-YOGA; or www.specialyoga. 

com for a complete list of program dates & locations. 

Evidence Based Home Exercise 

Program: How to Design an 

Effective Program for the 

Home Care Setting 

Presenters: Chad Johnson, 

Christopher Balducci, Mary 

Taylor and Susan Morabito 

Date: Tuesday, Oct. 2nd, 2012 

Time: 9:00AM - 12:30PM 

Location: VNSNY Manhattan 

Regional Office Room: 7A 

1250 Broadway, 7th Floor 

New York, NY 10001 

Who Should Attend: PTs, 

PTAs, OTs, COTAs 

To register, please visit us online at: www.vnsny.org/ce 

SEPT. 23, 2012 QUEENS, NY 

OCT. 21, 2012 QUEENS, NY 

NOV. 3-4, 2012 FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 

TheraPeeds/Julia Harper 

Sensory Integration Courses 

Join Julia Harper, MS, OTR/L, one of the industry’s most 

sought after instructors, in the limited offerings of her live 

courses where she teaches PRACTICAL proven strategies 

for treating your pediatric clients diagnosed with a wide 

variety of deficits. Don’t miss the opportunity to meet 

with her, ask your questions and leave each course with a 

“How-to” Guide! Contact: www.therapeeds.com for a list 

of courses, both LIVE and ONLINE VIDEO COURSES! 

SEPT. 28-29, 2012 STATEN ISLAND, NY 

OCT. 26-27, 2012 NEW BERN, NC 

FEB. 9-10, 2013 IOWA CITY, IA 

Geriatric Neurology in 

The Medically Complex Client 

Learn evaluation tools and treatment protocols for medically 

complex older persons with neurological dysfunction. 

Evidence-based information on assessment and treatment 

of clients with Parkinson’s Disease, Stroke, Alzheimer’s 

balance and gait disorders, neurosensory pathologies and 

pain will be provided. The changes associated with aging 

as well as pathological manifestations that affect the 

neurosensory system and result in problems with coordination, 

mobility, proprioception and kinesthesia, balance 

and falls, weakness and pain will be presented. Instructor: 

Jennifer Bottomley. Contact: Education Resources, Inc., 

508-359-6533; 800-487-6530 (outside MA); www.educa 

tionresourcesinc.com 

FAST, LOW-COST, FLEXIBLE - ADVANCE REPRINTS! CALL 800-355-5627 

VNSNY 

CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSES 

FALL 2012—OCTOBER 

Increasing Lymphedema 

Awareness in Home Health 

Care Rehabilitation Therapists 

Presenter: Kathleen Lieu 

DPT, CLT 

Date: Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2012 

Time: 2:00PM – 5:00PM 

Location: VNSNY Brooklyn 

Regional Office Rooms A and B 

1630 East 15th St. 

Brooklyn, NY 11229 

Who Should Attend: PTs, PTAs, 

OTs, and COTAs 

ONLY 

$79! 

Feeding Medically Fragile 

Infants and Toddlers 

Presenter: Sherri Hughes, 

MS SLP CNDT 

Date: Friday, Oct. 19th, 2012 

Time: 9:00AM – 1:30PM 

Location: VNSNY Manhattan 

Regional Office, 7th Floor 

Rooms 7B and 7C 

1250 Broadway, 

New York, NY 10001 

Who Should Attend: SLPs 

VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON UPCOMING CLASSES! 

Walk-Ins: Unfortunately, due to the nature of our events, walk-in registrations are not accepted. 

Questions: For questions, please email us at: rehabspecialevents@vnsny.org. 

CEs: For specific CE information visit us online at http://www.vnsny.org/ce 

This course is offered for .40 ASHA CEUs (Introductory level, Professional area) 

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Visit our website for the current 

listing of continuing education 

courses. 

www.chs-ce.uwm.edu 

chs-outreach@uwm.edu 

414.227.3123 

COAST TO COAST SCHOOL OF 

Lymphedema 

Management 

A branch of Pacifi c Therapy Education, Inc. 

Teaching the Leduc Method 

A research-based certifi cation course open to 

PTs, PTAs, OTs, COTAs, MDs 

• Classes held since 1995 

• Over 800 PTs, OTs & MDs certifi ed 

• Maximum class size: 20 

• Post-course support 

• Earn ICLM certifi cation 

• Curriculum includes 162 contact hours 

Upcoming Courses 

Basic or Initial Courses: October 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 2012 - Stanford University Hospital 

Advanced Course: October 5, 6, 7, 8, 2012 - Stanford University Hospital 

Conference (open to all): October 5, 2012 - Stanford University Hospital 

Guest Speaker: S. G. Rockson, M.D., Allan & Tina Neill, Professor of 

Lymphatic Research and Medicine, Stanford University School of Medicine 

I. Wapnir, MD Chief of Breast Surgery - Stanford University School of 

Medicine 

J. Mollick, MD Clinical Instructor - Division of Oncology - Standford 

Cancer Institute - Stanford University School of Medicine 

J.P. Belgrado Principle Researcher at the Lymphology Research Unit - 

Free University of Brussels, Belgium 

Instructor: Anne-Marie Vaillant-Newman, PT, MA, 27 years of 

expertise in Lymphedema Managment Leduc method. 

www.lymphedemamanagement.com 

1-951-347-0362 • E-mail: amvncwman@gmail.com 


SEPT. 28-29, 2012 ALLENTOWN, PA 

OCT. 26-27, 2012 STAFFORD, TX 

APRIL 26-27, 2013 PUYALLUP, WA 

Effective Ways to 

Manage Behavior in Autism 

Effectively treat children with sensory integration and behavior 

problems using a new approach that combines sensory 

integration and behavioral techniques into your current pediatric 

therapy. Emphasizes practical evidence-based strategies 

involving handling, play, art, music, and movement activities. 

Approach synthesizes Sensory Integration, Behavioral, NDT, 

NeuroPsychology, Sensory Massage and Trager Body Work. 

Instructor: John Pagano. Contact: Education Resources, Inc., 



SEPT. 28-29, 2012 ROCHESTER, NH 

NOV. 3-4, 2012 ATLANTA, GA 

Wii-Hab: Skilled 

Therapy in a Virtual World 

This interactive workshop teaches the therapist the SKILLED 

use of the Nintendo® Wii and WiiFit Balance Board to rehabilitation 

patients of all ages with various ortho and neuro 

impairments. The course focuses on using the Wii to promote 

movement patterns for functional tasks in the real world. 

Program design, modifications, safety, infection control, and 

documentation are also discussed. CEUs: 13 hours preapproved 

for PT by AL, GA, MD, & NY and NBCOT for OT, and 

BOC for ATCs. Cost $435. Contact: Trudy, 781-273-4978; or 

www.questseminars.com 

SEPT. 28-29, 2012 LAUREL, MD 

DEC. 1-2, 2012 LIBERTY, MO 

JAN. 25-26, 2013 SAN ANTONIO, TX 

Treating the Acute 

Care and ICU Patient 

Assessment and treatment of acutely ill patients safely 

requires integrating the patient history with current lab 

values, diagnostic test results, and an understanding of how 

their current medications affect status. Therapists need to 

identify signs of patient instability and know how to modify or 

to terminate treatment when necessary. This course provides 

therapists with that knowledge with a goal of preventing or 

reversing the deconditioning often seen in the acute care and 

ICU setting. Case studies will be used for clinical problem 

solving in order to improve functional outcomes with multiple 

diagnoses commonly seen. Instructor: Steven Sadowsky. 


487-6530; www.educationresourcesinc.com 

SEPT. 28-30, 2012 SHREVEPORT, LA 

OCT. 12-14, 2012 PORTLAND, OR 

NOV. 2-4, 2012 FAIRFAX, VA 


This course will focus on the assessment of patient w/vertigo 

& disequilibrium from vestibular causes. Material covered 

includes the neuroanatomy & neurophysiology of normal 

vestibular system, the various pathological conditions that 

result in vertigo or disturbances balance & the compensatory 

mechanisms available for recovery. Specific emphasis 

on assessment & Tx of unilateral & bilateral vertigo, central 

vestibular disorders & multisensory dizziness. This info 

applicable to geriatric patients as well as individuals w/CNS 

lesions such as multiple sclerosis, CVA & head injury. 3rd day 

of course is optional. Instructor: Richard Clendaniel. Contact: 



CALL 800.355.5627 TO RENEW YOUR 

FREE SUBSCRIPTION TODAY! 

SEPT. 29-30, 2012 GRAND RAPIDS, MI 

OCT. 6-7, 2012 PITTSBURGH, PA 

NOV. 3-4, 2012 DAVENPORT, IA 

Home Health 


Speaker: Carol Schunk PT, PsyD. Home Health is a unique 

physical therapy practice setting. Not only are there clinical 

issues but being in the patient’s home environment makes 

the delivery of service very different than in an outpatient 

or inpatient facility. This 20 contact hour course will provide 

both clinical information relevant to those being treated in 

their home as well as the psychological aspects of dealing 

with families and caregivers including evaluation tools for 

balance, function, cognitive ability and environmental hazards 

presented to allow the therapist to develop an appropriate 

plan of care. Contact: 877-794-7328 (toll-free); or www. 

greatseminarsandbooks.com 

SEPT. 29-30, 2012 GREEN BAY, WI 

OCT. 13-14, 2012 NASHVILLE, TN 

NOV. 3-4, 2012 PORTLAND, OR 

Cancer Rehabilitation 

Speaker: Nicole Stout, MPT, CLT-LANA. Current evidencebased 

rehabilitation interventions for individuals undergoing 

treatment for cancer, survivorship from cancer, or facing 

metastatic disease will be highlighted in this 20 contact hour 

course. Exercise prescription, contradictions and precautions 

with exercise & modalities. A unique, problem based format, 

with group interaction, utilizing case studies for client evaluation 

and development of plan of care. Contact: 877-794- 

7328 (toll-free); or www.greatseminarsandbooks.com 

SEPT. 29-30, 2012 PEMBROKE PINES, FL 

NOV. 3-4, 2012 NASHVILLE, TN 

MARCH 22-23, 2013 FAIRFAX, VA 

Traumatic Brain Injury: 

Cognitive Rehab 

This interactive course will provide therapists with the skills 

necessary for implementing programs across the continuum 

of care. Content will include, understanding associated 

impairments and activity limitations, mechanisms of injury, 

neurobiology, theory, cognitive and behavioral health issues. 

Evidence-based evaluation and intervention will be emphasized 

as well as emerging practice areas; virtual reality, telerehabilitation. 

Instructor: Leslie Davidson. Contact: Education 

Resources, Inc., 508-359-6533; 800-487-6530 (outside MA); 

www.educationresourcesinc.com 

SEPT. 29-OCT. 2, 2012 BATON ROUGE, LA 

OCT. 27-30, 2012 PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL 

DEC. 1-4, 2012 PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL 

Lymphedema 

Management Seminar 

The Academy of Lymphatic Studies has pioneered lymphedema 

management in the U.S. since 1994. This course 

serves as an introduction to the management of upper and 

lower extremity lymphedema (primary and secondary) and 

is focused on increasing the understanding of proper lymphedema 

management and the application of the techniques 

known as Manual Lymph Drainage (Vodder/Foeldi technique) 

and Complete Decongestive Therapy for lymphedema and 

other conditions. The 31 hour program is taught in only 1 1/2 

working days; the course length is 3 1/2 days in total. The 

program covers the anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology 

of the lymphatic system and the introduction in the 

current treatment techniques for upper and lower extremity 

lymphedema. The textbook “Lymphedema Management” 

authored by the Academy’s director was published in 2004 

by Thieme Medical and Scientific Publishers, NY, and is 

included in the tuition. Discounts are available for APTA & 

AOTA members. Contact: 800-863-5935; academy@acols. 

com or www.acols.com

OCT. 5-6, 2012 CROMWELL, CT 

NOV. 3-4, 2012 DALLAS, TX 

DEC. 1-2, 2012 SAN RAMON, CA 

Rehab of Persons with 

Common Medical Pathologies 

Speaker: Steven Tepper PhD, PT. This entertaining 20 contact 

hour lecture provides take home information on rehabilitation 

of MI/CHF, COPD, Diabetes, Renal Failure, Obesity, Peripheral 

Arterial Disease and Deep Vein Thrombosis seen in a wide 

variety of settings: acute, subacute, long-term care, home 

health, cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation and fitness/wellness 

clinics. Specific evaluations, functional tools, interventions 

and limitations to functional activities, will be covered 

in a case study format and lab sessions utilizing the Guide 

to Physical Therapy Practice. Stay up to date with the latest 

research findings with this dedicated and talented educator. 

Contact: 877-794-7328 (toll-free); or www.greatseminar 

sandbooks.com 

OCT. 5-6, 2012 MONROE, NC 

NOV. 9-10, 2012 ORLAND PARK, IL 

MARCH 8-9, 2013 STATEN ISLAND, NY 

Treatment of Children w/ Sensory, 

Emotional & Motor Challenges 

This intensive conference will provide clinicians with dynamic 

state-of-the-art intervention strategies that integrate sensation 

in children with sensory, emotional and motor challenges. 

Presentation of current neurobiology of the vestibular 

system’s central role in sub-cortical and cortical intercommunication 

and related research are reviewed. Assessment 

strategies and intervention methods to: Improve sensory 

modulation, Enhance vestibular function and postural skills, 

Optimize social readiness, Synchronize the organization 

and sequencing of motor skills and behavior as needed for 

optimal function in time and space. Instructor: Lise Gerard- 

Faulise. Contact: Education Resources, Inc., 508-359-6533; 


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OCT. 5-6, 2012 WASHINGTON, DC 

NOV. 9-10, 2012 HOLLYWOOD, FL 

APRIL 5-6, 2013 KANSAS CITY, MO 

Nothing Else Matters 

If You Can’t Breathe! 

This course focuses on the primary and secondary cardiopulmonary 

impairments that limit therapeutic and patient 

outcomes in various settings from the Intensive Care Unit to 

Long-Term Care to Outpatients, school setting and to Home 

Care. It includes examination and patient care management 

of cardiopulmonary disease and dysfunction. The physiological 

and evidence basis of interventions will primarily focus on 

practical aspects relating to all patients and clients. The title 

of the seminar tells it all, nothing else matters if you can’t 

breathe! Instructor: Donna Frownfelter. Contact: Education 



OCT. 5-6, 2012 VISALIA, CA 

DEC. 7-8, 2012 DECATUR, GA 

APRIL 26-27, 2013 TEMPLE, TX 

Expediting Diagnosis, Prognosis, & 

Function in Neuro Patients 

This course will provide therapists with a new perspective for 

improving outcomes in their patients with neurologic deficits. 

A framework for clinical decision making and therapy intervention 

based on the clinical relevance of the neuropathology 

underlying the movement dysfunction will be presented. 

Participants will learn an evidence-based approach to selecting 

the most appropriate interventions based on functional 

prognosis and learn when and how to facilitate recovery 

versus facilitate compensation. Speaker: Roseanne Thomas. 


359-6533; www.educationresourcesinc.com 

OCT. 5-7, 2012 HOUSTON, TX 

NOV. 9-11, 2012 WEYMOUTH, MA 

FEB. 8-10, 2013 WASHINGTON, DC 

Three-Day Intensive on 

Treating the Child with Hypotonia 

This three-day intensive workshop on treating the child with 

hypotonia will focus on specific strategies to improve motor 

control in this population. Techniques to improve proximal 

control, sustained postural movements against gravity, and 

symmetrical alignment will be demonstrated through use of 

videotapes, as well as 3 patient demonstrations and practice 

labs. Lecture and video material will cover key deficits in 

the motor and sensory development of the hypotonic child. 

Instructor: Barbara Hypes. Contact: Education Resources, 



OCT. 6, 2012 ALBANY, NY 

OCT. 20, 2012 BRATTLEBORO, VT 

NOV. 10, 2012 GLEN BURNIE, MD 

Fitness Over 50 

Now more than ever, adults are asking more of their bodies 

during and after middle age. This evidence-based wellness 

course covers the creating of high-quality, safe and effective 

training programs for the over 50 population in an easy-tolearn 

format that is immediately usable in the clinic. Other 

topics covered; aging changes, pitfalls in training techniques, 

fitness evals, and modifications to training programs. CEUs 

already approved by MD, NJ, & NY and BOC. Contact: QUEST, 

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NOV. 17-18, 2012 CINCINNATI, OH 

Therapeutic Ultrasound and 

Electrical Stimulation 

This two-day course thoroughly covers ultrasound & 

electrical stimulation from theory to application. Through 

a combination of interesting lecture and hands-on labs, 

this course provides information and skills that can be 

utilized in the clinic the very next day. Using top-of-theline 

equipment, this course includes numerous application 

labs for ultrasound and electrical stimulation, as well as 

a three-hour simulated treatment lab. Cost: Only $350 

for 16 hours. Please call for group discounts. Contact: 

JVB Enterprises, Inc., 888-328-6755 (toll-free); or www. 

teachtx.com 

OCT. 10-12, 2012 TAMPA BAY, FL 

MAR. 13-15, 2013 TAMPA BAY, FL 

JUNE 12-14, 2013 TAMPA BAY, FL 

Vestibular 

Rehabilitation Therapy 

This 3-day workshop provides “hands-on” training and 

includes an overview of vestibular anatomy and physiology, 

extensive training materials for therapy programs, as 

well as direct patient observation. The American Institute 

of Balance has successfully trained thousands of therapists 

from around the world and is one of the few institutions 

that provide certification. Course Director: Richard E. 

Gans, PhD, nationally known expert in Vestibular Testing 

and Rehabilitation and author of Vestibular Rehabilitation: 

Protocols & Programs. Workshops in Vestibular Assessment 

or Vestibular Assessment & Management are also available. 

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OCT. 10-12, 2012 WISCONSIN DELLS, WI 

Wisconsin Physical Therapy 

Association Fall Conference 

The Wisconsin Physical Therapy Association (WPTA) will host 

its Fall Conference Oct. 10-12, 2012 at the Kalahari Resort 

& Conference Center, Wisconsin Dells. The conference will 

feature hands-on labs, lectures, discussions, expert panels 

and a professional issues forum. Attendees will receive contact 

hours qualified as continuing education by the Wisconsin 

DSPS for courses attended in their entirety. Registration 

includes continental breakfasts, morning & afternoon breaks, 

luncheons, Welcome Reception, Business Meeting, Exhibit 

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form or register online at www.wpta.org. Registration 

deadline is Oct. 5. Contact: WPTA, 608-221-9191; or wpta@ 

wpta.org for more information. 

OCT. 10-12, 2012 TAMPA BAY, FL 

Lymphedema Therapy Certification 

Condensed Schedule 

“The best course I’ve ever taken!” is a frequent comment 

from graduates of this invaluable class. Klose Training’s 

reputation for top-quality education attracts students globally. 

Our extraordinary instructors are the most experienced in the 

field; all are practicing therapists. Students receive lots of 

personal attention during class plus free post-graduation 

consultations for challenging cases. The first 45 of 135 total 

hrs are completed in a self-paced home-study format; (Less 

lost work time & fewer travel costs!) The remaining 9 days of 

classroom education emphasize hands-on experience. CEUapproved. 

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klosetraining.com or www.klosetraining.com 

OCT. 11-14, 2012 CHICAGO, IL 

OCT. 20-23, 2012 ATLANTA, GA 

NOV. 2-5, 2012 ST. LOUIS, MO 

Recovering Function NDT Courses 

Intro, Advanced, Cert 

Recovering Function’s series of “hands-on” NDT courses 

provides you with a step-by-step framework of problemsolving 

strategies and manual cues for assessing potential 

and individualizing functional outcomes when implementing 

interventions for your adult clients with hemiplegia. Audience: 

OTs, COTAs, PTs, PTAs. Cathy Runyan, OTR/L, & Peggy Miller, 

PT, NDTA, Inc. Certified Instructors. Offered nationwide. 

Contact: Recovering Function, 408-268-3691; or www. 

RecoveringFunction.com for a complete brochure of intro, 

advanced, and cert courses as well as information about 

additional course dates/locations, group rates & free registrations 

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OCT. 12, 2012 SPRINGFIELD, VA 

Advances in the 

Treatment of Spinal Cord Injury 

Sponsored by Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, this program 

will provide state-of-the art information about spinal cord 

injury management and recent advances in the field. Topics: 

repairing the damaged spinal cord: from stem cells to activity 

based restorative therapies, surgical management of central 

cord syndrome, priorities of people living with spinal cord 

injuries, improving bowel and bladder function, psychosocial 

adjustment to SCI, and personal account of an individual 

with SCI. Fee: $95. Contact: 703-664-7491; martha.john 

son@inova.org; or http://www.inova.org/events/EventDetails. 

aspx?id=11&sid=1&EventID=460 to access a brochure. 

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OCT. 12-13, 2012 BRIDGEPORT, CT 

NOV. 2-3, 2012 ARLINGTON, TX 

FEB. 9-10, 2013 RICHMOND, VA 

Mobilizing the Medically 

Complex Acute Care Patient 

Therapists are often challenged when presented with complex 

acute care patients who may have cardiovascular and/ 

or pulmonary dysfunction or complications in addition to 

other medical conditions. Mobilizing these complex patients 

safely requires integration of the implications of lab values, 

diagnostic test results, patient history, medications and 

equipment. Signs of patient instability and when and how to 

modify or terminate treatment will be discussed. Instructor: 

Ellen Hillegass, EdD, PT, CCS, FAACVPR. Contact: Education 



OCT. 12-13, 2012 DENVER, CO 

NOV. 3-4, 2012 AKRON, OH 

Rehab for Persons w/ Dementia: 

Making Therapy Worth It 

Speaker: Susan Staples, PT, GCS. This 20 contact hour seminar 

provides participants with specific evaluation and treatment 

strategies that are critical to improve outcomes for this challenging 

and rapidly growing patient population. Included are 

strategies for gait, balance and falls, mobility, hip fractures, 

strength/ROM, cardiopulmonary and pain issues, seating and 

positioning, restraints, and behavioral problems. Participants 

will also gain a thorough understanding of the different types 

of dementia with specific communication and approach strategies 

for success. The speaker provides an evidence-based 

seminar with an extensive handout. Contact: 877-794-7328 

(toll-free); or www.greatseminarsandbooks.com 

OCT. 12-13, 2012 FRAMINGHAM, MA 

DEC. 7-8, 2012 SAN ANTONIO, TX 

Driving Neuroplastic 

Change in Stroke Survivors 

Designed to take the complexity and guesswork out of planning 

treatment, this seminar focuses on a new perspective 

on stroke recovery. Based on principles proven to drive 

neuroplastic change in stroke survivors, this seminar will 

provide the tools to incorporate leading-edge, researchbased 

recovery options. Included will be an in-depth look at a 

variety of cutting edge strategies, technologies and treatment 

options to aid stroke survivors in reaching the highest level of 

potential recovery, such as modified constraint induced therapy, 

gaming technologies, and motor imagery techniques, 

among others. Instructors: Peter Levine. Contact: Education 



OCT. 12-13, 2012 JACKSONVILLE, FL 

JAN. 18-19, 2013 DALLAS, TX 

FEB. 23-24, 2013 RICHMOND, VA 

Pediatric 


This course focuses on effective vestibular rehabilitation for 

treating children with dizziness, coordination, balance, motor, 

postural, vestibular, visual motor, perceptual, sensory organization 

and motion disorders, due to disease, toxicity, infection, 

tumors, trauma, neurological and congenital/genetic 

disorders. The clinician working in pediatric rehabilitation will 

learn a new frame of reference and treatment techniques 

that can positively affect the child’s motor skills, balance, 

coordination, rate of development, perceptual skills and tolerance 

of motion. Instructor: Gaye Cronin. Contact: Education 



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OCT. 12-13, 2012 ATLANTA, GA 

MARCH 8-9, 2013 WHITE PLAINS, NY 

MAY 10-11, 2013 DULUTH, MN 

Building the Brain: 

Neurobiological Treatment Approach 

This two day integrative, holistic workshop will provide you 

with a scientific and theoretical framework for assessment 

and treatment of ANY brain of ANY age. This course draws 

on the expansive brain-behavioral sciences to energize and 

empower any practice, demystifying the process of neurorehabilitation. 

These concepts will be easily incorporated into 

any treatment setting and will provide immediate applicable 

treatment tools. Instructor: Robin Harwell. Contact: Education 

Resources, Inc., 800-487-6530; 508-359-6533 (within MA); 


OCT. 13-14, 2012 ORLANDO, FL 

Complete Wound Care 

Prevent-Assess-Debride-Treat 

The intensive two-day course covers topics ranging from 

physiology of wound healing and modalities in wound care to 

documentation & risk management. Through a combination 

of interesting lecture & extensive hands-on labs (including 

compression dressings, Doppler, sharp debridement, ultrasound 

& electrical stimulation), this course strives to provide 

individualized attention. After years of presentation, when 

given a choice of Excellent, Good, Fair, or Poor, over 80% 

of attendants rated this course Excellent, all others rated it 

Good. Cost: Only $350 for 16 hours. Please call for group 

discounts. Contact: JVB Enterprises, Inc., 888-328-6755 

(toll-free); or www.teachtx.com 

OCT. 13-14, 2012 TOLEDO, OH 


Comprehensive 

Rehabilitation Strategies 

Speaker: Doug Dillon, PT, GTC, CSST Rehabilitation for our 

geriatric population is changing rapidly. Payment changes 

make it more challenging to deliver quality care for the 

rehabilitatively and medically complex older patient. This 20 

contact hour seminar, with its 350 page handout and 5000 

references, provides a thorough approach to therapeutic 

strategies and goals, thereby preparing therapists with 

cutting-edge information, evaluation tools and treatment 

protocols for the complex geriatric patient. Contact: 877- 

794-7328 (toll-free); or www.greatseminarsandbooks.com 

OCT. 13-23, 2012 PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL 

NOV. 3-13, 2012 CHATTANOOGA, TN 


Lymphedema 

Certification Course 

The Academy of Lymphatic Studies has pioneered certification 

classes in Manual Lymph Drainage (Vodder/Foeldi 

technique) and Complete Decongestive Therapy in the U.S. 

since 1994. This program is a comprehensive certification 

course (135 hours) and is taught in only 7 working days; 

the course length is 11 days in total, including 2 weekends 

(meets the requirements of the Lymphology Association of 

North America). The program covers: anatomy, physiology & 

pathology of the lymphatic system, basic and advanced techniques 

of MLD, bandaging for primary and secondary upper 

and lower extremity lymphedema (incl pediatric care and 

genital lymphedema) and other conditions (post-traumatic, 

postoperative swellings, CVI, Migraine). Special workshops 

are included in the course (insurance billing, certification for 

compression garments, etc.) The textbook “Lymphedema 

Management” (included in tuition) authored by the Academy’s 

director was published in 2004 by Thieme Medical and 

Scientific Publishers, NY; tuition also includes educational CD, 

course manual, complete set of bandages, CD for limb volume 

calculation, set of posters of the “Lymphatic System”. After 

course completion each student is provided with instructor 

mentoring. All graduates qualify for free lifetime listing as 

certified lymphedema therapists for patient referral on our 

website. All courses are approved by FPTA, IPTA and AOTA 

for CEUs. Discounts are available for APTA & AOTA members. 

Financial aid available. Contact: 800-863-5935; academy@ 

acols.com or www.acols.com for a free brochure. 

OCT. 19-20, 2012 RALEIGH, NC 

Dr. Carole B. Lewis Presents: 

Clinical Geriatric Neurology 

Carole B. Lewis, PT, DPT, GCS, MSG, MPA, Ph. D. FAPTA 

presents Geriatric Neurology. This entertaining 20 contact 

hour lecture provides take home information on cutting edge 

assessment and treatment of older clients with Parkinson’s 

disease, stroke, gait, balance disorders, and pain problems 

with a 300+ page handout with over 5,000 current medical 

references. Use these treatment techniques and evaluation 

tools to work smarter not harder. Contact: 877-794-7328 

(toll-free); or www.greatseminarsandbooks.com 

OCT. 19-20, 2012 ROCHESTER, NY 

New York Physical Therapy 

Association Conference 

The New York Physical Therapy Association (NYPTA) will 

hold a Conference on October 19-20, 2012 at the Radisson 

Rochester Riverside Hotel in Rochester, NY. Would you like to 

know about changes that are occurring in the insurance and 

payment arenas? A full-day course on Medicare documentation 

that will help you correctly file Medicare claims and avoid 

errors is just one example of the exemplary programming. 

Contact: NYPTA, 518-459-4499; or www.nypta.org for more 

information. 

OCT. 19-20, 2012 CEDAR KNOLLS, NJ 

OCT. 26-27, 2012 JOHNSON CITY, NY 

OCT. 25-26, 2013 WATERTOWN, MA 

Pediatric NDT: 

Treatment Intensive 

A unique clinical problem solving approach, addressing the 

single and multi-system impairments of different motor/sensory 

diagnosis. The course will address motor impairments 

and treatment strategies for functional gains in the zero-20yo 

population with CP, TBI Seizure disorders, Down syndrome, 

and other motor syndromes. This course is intended for those 

therapists/assistants, PT/OT/ST with some previous experiences 

and additional training in NDT, and other modalities, 

working with the outlined population. Primarily lab/video/ 

demo and problem-solving to develop functional goals and 

practice treatment strategies to achieve increased functional 

abilities. Instructor: Barbara Hodge. Contact: Education 

Resources, Inc., 508-359-6533; 800-487-6530 (outside 

MA); www.educationresourcesinc.com 

OCT. 19-20, 2012 DES MOINES, IA 

OCT. 27-28, 2012 HARTFORD, CT 

NOV. 30-DEC. 1, 2012 WILKES-BARRE TWP, PA 

NDT: Handling/ 

Problem Solving for Function 

This intensive course is designed for experienced pediatric 

therapists who are interested in improving their problem- 

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solving skills in order to achieve more efficient functional 

outcomes for children with Neuro-Motor disorders. 

Emphasizing a NDT (Neuro-Developmental Treatment) 

framework, the course will utilize client videos as a basis 

for problem-solving sessions and handling labs. Labs 

will focus on handling strategies that address the priority 

impairments and facilitate optimal control of posture and 

movement. Carryover strategies will also be discussed. 

Instructor: Linda Kleibhan. Contact: Education Resources, 



OCT. 19-20, 2012 CONWAY, AR 

NOV. 9-10, 2012 PORTLAND, OR 

MARCH 15-16, 2013 FORT WAYNE, IN 

Torticollis: Effective 

Assessment and Treatment 

Has the clinical presentation of torticollis changed? Novice 

and experienced clinicians will explore the effects of torticollis, 

sleep posture and increased use of positional devices on 

infant postural development. Functional, clinically oriented 

evaluation and evidence-based treatment strategies for 

infants through 2 years of age will be provided. Clinical pathways 

of management of infant head shape, diagnostic procedures 

and surgical intervention will be appraised. Learning 

opportunities will transpire through lectures, group problem 

solving and video review. Instructor: Cindy Miles. Contact: 



OCT. 19-20, 2012 PROVIDENCE, RI 


JUNE 14-15, 2013 BAYSIDE, NY 

Children’s Brains and 

Evidence for Intervention 

Contemporary theories of neuroplasticity especially as related 

to motor control, motor learning, and motor development 

will be presented. Emphasis will be on applying empirical 

evidence to pediatric evaluation and intervention strategies. 

Videotapes of treatment sessions will be used to illustrate 

major points. Controversial issues related to spasticity, handling 

techniques, and early gait training will be addressed, 

as well as cognitive and perceptual issues related to praxis. 

Instructor: Patricia Montgomery, PT, PhD, FAPTA. Contact: 



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Linking Play to Function: 

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OCT. 20, 2012 WEST WINDSOR, NJ 

American Physical Therapy 

Assoc- NJ 2012 Fall Conference 

The American Physical Therapy Association of New Jersey 

will host its annual Fall Conference at the Conference Center 

at Mercer, West Windsor, NJ. Members can attend the morning 

members’ meeting, with elections for President-Elect, 

Chief Delegate and three At-large Delegate positions. During 

lunch, registrants can visit the exhibitor booths or attend a 

Special Interest Group meeting. In the afternoon, members 

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educational programs. Contact: 609-208-0200; www.aptanj. 

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OCT. 21-22, 2012 NEW YORK, NY 

DIR®/Floortime & the 

Science that Supports the Theory 

This course focuses on DIR®/Floortime Approach to treat 

children with autism, regulatory disorders or other challenges 

in relating and communicating. DIR - Developmental, 

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and building bridges between ideas (emotional thinking). 

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10 Hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $119.00 

Pain Management 

6 Hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $69.00 

Ergonomics & Injury Prevention 

6 Hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $69.00 

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OCT. 26-27, 2012 OREGON, OH 

MARCH 9-10, 2013 BALTIMORE, MD 

AUG. 23-24, 2013 MIAMI, FL 

Brachial Plexus Injuries 

Treatment: Infant thru Teen 

Do you assess and treat pediatric patients with Obstetrical 

Brachial Plexus Injuries? This workshop will provide you 

with the comprehensive knowledge you need to be able to 

confidently perform comprehensive examinations, develop 

attainable goals and choose the most effective therapeutic 

strategies and make surgical referrals for each stage of 

recovery throughout infancy, childhood, and teen years. 

Instructors: Cindy Servello & Pia Stampe. Contact: Education 

Resources, Inc., 800-487-6530; 508-359-6533; www.edu 

cationresourcesinc.com 

OCT. 26-27, 2012 CEDAR KNOLLS, NJ 

MAY 31-JUNE 1, 2013 HOUSTON, TX 

AUG. 16-17, 2013 MAITLAND, FL 

Sensory Processing Disorders: 

Advanced Applications 

This workshop will build on participant’s understanding of 

Sensory Integration theory and sensory processing disorders 

to enhance direct and indirect intervention for young children. 

Intervention for young children with SPD will be discussed 

in terms of helping parents to better understand their child, 

creation of a goodness of fit between the child as they 

function in natural environments, and individualized direct 

intervention using Sensory Integration in conjunction with 

other appropriate evidence-based intervention approaches. 

Instructor: Marie Anzalone. Contact: Education Resources, 



OCT. 26-28, 2012 PUYALLUP, WA 

NOV. 30-DEC. 2, 2012 HOLLYWOOD, FL 

APRIL 19-21, 2013 HOUSTON, TX 

Ambulation Interventions 

For the 0-3 Population 

This course will focus on pre - and early ambulation in 

a population that is predisposed to rapid and dramatic 

changes: the birth to three populations. Typical and atypical 

preparation for and development of ambulation in the infant 

and toddler will be examined. The impact of biomechanics, 

the neuromuscular system, the sensory system, orthotics, 

tone management, and equipment will be integrated as 

participants learn to build intervention strategies to address 

ambulation early and effectively in infants and toddlers with 

diagnoses such as CP, developmental delay, prematurity and 

Down Syndrome. Instructor: Jan McElroy. Contact: Education 



OCT. 27-28, 2012 ENGLEWOOD, NJ 

DEC. 8-9, 2012 TALLAHASSEE, FL 

APRIL 13-14, 2013 STATEN ISLAND, NY 

Diagnosis/Treatment: 

Movement Impairment Syndromes 

The concepts and principles of the movement system impairment 

(MSI) theory as developed by Shirley Sahrmann, PT, 

PhD, FAPTA, and its relationship to alteration in neuromusculoskeletal 

function will be presented. This course will enable 

the clinician to identify impairments in alignment, muscle 

length, and pattern of movement and their relationship to 

musculoskeletal pain syndromes. The signs and symptoms 

of syndromes to be diagnosed by the therapist will be 

described. Discussion will focus on developing a precise 

therapeutic exercise program to correct faulty posture and 

movement associated with functional activities. Instructor: 

Mary Kate McDonnell. Contact: Education Resources, Inc., 


tionresourcesinc.com

NOV. 2-3, 2012 ALBANY, NY 

DEC. 1-2, 2012 PALM SPRINGS, CA 

Geriatric 

Therapeutic Exercise 

Speaker: Mark Traffas PT, GTC. Exercising geriatric patients 

presents a unique challenge to therapists. This 20 contact 

hour course will demonstrate different, evidence-based 

exercise techniques and innovative interventions for all of 

the body’s major joints as well as for the most common 

diagnoses seen in older patients (i.e., stroke, Parkinson’s 

disease, gait and balance deficits). You will learn how to use 

functional tools to establish and guide exercise programs. 

Don’t miss this opportunity to enlarge your arsenal of treatment 

ideas. Contact: 877-794-7328 (toll-free); or www. 

greatseminarsandbooks.com 

NOV. 3-4, 2012 PITTSBURGH, PA 

Treatment of Children 

With Autism for PTs 

Enhance your skills for developing a comprehensive PT plan 

of care for individuals with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum 

Disorder. Using the ICIHD model, and the current evidencebase, 

the speaker will relate pathophysiology to medical 

diagnosis and to impairments in the systems related to 

movement and motor function. Employing a case study 

format, the instructor will demonstrate the use of familycentered 

decision making in the development of functional, 

measurable goals. The course includes ample videos to 

illustrate concepts. Many examples and great case studies. 

Instructor: Patricia West-Low, DPT. Contact: Care Resources, 

888-613-2275; www.careresourcesinc.com 

NOV. 4-5, 2012 NEW YORK, NY 

Incorporating Taping into a 

Rehabilitation Program 

This course provides an understanding of the indications and 

contraindications of taping techniques for pediatric and adult 

patients of all ages with orthopedic and neurologic impairments. 

Participants will demonstrate competency through lab 

activities and clinical decision making exercises. Taping strategies 

for musculoskeletal injuries are foundation of course. 

Progressive intervention, including taping for posture reeducation, 

balance and gait training, and enhancing specific 

occupational functions will be demonstrated. Specific strategies 

to improve movement patterns in pediatric population 

will be shown. Taping as a complement to traditional bracing 

presented. Instructor: Stephen Kanter, PT, DPT, ATC. Contact: 

Therapeutic Services, 718-692-1929; 888-7-THERAPY; 718- 

338-3393 (fax); or www.therapeuticservicesinc.com 

NOV. 9-10, 2012 TALLAHASSEE, TN 

NOV. 30-DEC. 1, 2012 ATLANTA, GA 

DEC. 13-14, 2012 TRUMBULL, CT 

Treatment of the Child with 

CP & Other Neurological Disorders 

Therapists are bombarded with new information on brain 

function and new techniques to improve functional mobility. 

This course will help therapists select and prioritize the 

most appropriate treatment strategies for infants, toddlers 

and young children with neurological challenges and other 

special needs. They will become familiar with and select from 

new approaches including: MOVE, Conductive Education, 

Compression Garments, MEDEK and TAMO. Focus will be on 

children with cerebral palsy and children with severe motor 

impairments as well as others with positioning and mobility 

challenges. Evidence-based interventions will be emphasized 

to achieve measurable functional goals. Instructor: Ginny 

Palge. Contact: Education Resources, Inc., 508-359-6533; 


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NOV. 9-10, 2012 INDIANAPOLIS, IN 

DEC. 7-8, 2012 STATEN ISLAND, NY 

MARCH 22-23, 2013 CANTON, MA 

Yoga Therapy for the Child 

With Developmental Challenges 

This DYNAMIC workshop shares clinically tested individual 

yoga therapy protocols as well as the therapeutic use of 

specific yoga modalities & modifications for various populations. 

This program highlights the use of YOGA therapy for 

INDIVIDUAL treatment sessions & strategies for even your 

most challenging clients. Experiential labs participants will 

focus on the physical, regulatory, physiological, sensorymotor 

& emotional benefits of specific therapeutic yoga 

postures, breath-work & relaxation techniques. Breath & 

sound relaxation exercises to enhance regulation, endurance 

& organization will be highlighted. Clinical care analysis 

will demonstrate the therapeutic benefits of each sequence 

with clients with developmental challenges. Instructor: Anne 

Buckley-Reen. Contact: Education Resources, Inc., 508- 



NOV. 10-11, 2012 TAMPA, FL 

It’s All in 

Your Brain 

Clinical Use of Graded Motor Imagery for Rewiring the Brain - 

Graded Motor Imagery, an emerging therapeutic strategy for 

treating patients, integrates established principles of graded 

exposure and response prevention with the current theories 

in the neuroscience of pain and neuroplasticity. Graded Motor 

Imagery consists of laterality training, imagery and mirror 

therapy. Therapeutic interventions that help the change 

in the brain or cortical reorganization will be discussed at 

length. Appropriate for therapists treating orthopedic as well 

as neurological consequences of injury. Instructor: Susan W. 

Stralka, PT, MS, DPT. Contact: Rehab Education, LLC, 845- 

368-2458; info@RehabEd.com or www.RehabEd.com for 

details and registration. 

NOV. 10-11, 2012 FAYETTEVILLE, NC 

APRIL 27-28, 2013 PEMBROKE PINES, FL 

JULY 26-27, 2013 NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ 

Treatment of 

The Clumsy Child 

Many school-age children struggle w/ motor skills that their 

peers have long mastered. These “clumsy” children may 

exhibit difficulties w/ writing, activities of daily living, as 

well as issues w/ play & sports. This lab course will provide 

practical & effective intervention strategies for these children. 

Underlying etiologies of clumsiness as well as newer 

concepts of motor control & motor learning will be discussed 

in relationship to other neurophysiologic concepts. This 

course will discuss evaluation tools to isolate the roots of 

the problem & treatment techniques & suggestions for the 

classroom utilizing an integrated approach. Functional outcomes 

& clinical effectiveness will be emphasized. Instructor: 

Barbara Connolly. Contact: Education Resources, Inc., 508- 



NOV. 15-16, 2012 FRAMINGHAM, MA 

13th Annual Therapies in 

The School Conference 

Register early for this popular conference which closed out 

last year to learn creative and effective strategies and help 

you to prioritize your school interventions in a collaborative 

model. Topics include outcomes in ASD, integrating movement 

based learning into the classroom, gaining postural 

stability for school function, motor control and motor learning, 

as well as managing the severely involved child. Multi 

Faculty. Contact: Education Resources, Inc., 800-487-6530; 

508-359-6533; www.educationresourcesinc.com 

NOV. 15-18, 2012 INDIANAPOLIS, IN 

FEB. 7-10, 2012 DALLAS, TX 

OCT. 3-6, 2013 COLUMBUS, OH 

Picky Eaters vs 

Problem Feeders 

This conference is designed to help professionals assess 

and treat children with Feeding Disorders using the 

Sequential Oral Sensory Approach to Feeding. The SOS 

Approach will be demonstrated as an effective way to 

address problematic feeding behavior in a variety of settings 

and populations. This includes children with mild to 

moderate neurological impairments and/or medical disorders, 

children with Autism Spectrum disorders, children 

with sensory, oral-motor and/or motor problems, as well as 

the “picky eater”. There is an optional 4th day. Instructors: 

Kay Toomey, Erin Ross. Contact: Education Resources, 



NOV. 17-18, 2012 ATLANTA, GA 

MARCH 2-3, 2013 NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ 

APRIL 27-28, 2013 HOLLYWOOD, FL 

ICU and Acute 

Care Update 

Therapists working with patients in ICU face a complex 

challenge. These patients have limited mobility due to life 

(Continued on next page) 

HAND 

REHABILITATION 

FOUNDATION 

Presents 

The Philadelphia Meeting 2013 

Surgery and Rehabilitation of 

the Hand: with Emphasis on the 

Wrist 

April 6-9, 2013 

Honored Professors 

Pat McKee, OT Reg.(Ont.),OT(C) 

William W. Walsh, MBA, MHA, 

OTR/L, CHT 

Gregory I Bain, FRACS, MD 

Elisabet Hagert, MD, PhD 

John D. Lubahn, MD 

Alexander Y. Shin, MD 

Scott W. Wolfe, MD 

Sponsored by the Hand 

Rehabilitation Foundation 

Endorsed by the Jefferson Health 

System 

1-Day Pediatric Pre-Course 

available 4/5/13 

hrf@handfoundation.org 

www.handfoundation.org 



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support, monitoring equipment, multiple medical problems 

and muscle weakness. Early mobility and walking enhances 

functional outcomes by optimizing cardiopulmonary 

and neuromuscular status. It can lead to an increase in 

the patient’s quality of life and higher functional capability, 

and potentially reduce length of hospital stay. Case reports 

will be presented to demonstrate how the early mobility 

and waling program in ICU can positively impact the 

recovery of selected patients. Instructor: Christiane Perme. 

Contact: Education Resources, Inc., 800-487-6530; www. 


DEC. 1-2, 2012 FREEHOLD, NJ 

Rehabilitation for 

The Frail Elderly 

Speaker: Robert Thomas, MS, PT. Learn the latest information 

on 30 assessment tools and treatment protocols for 

working with the frail older population. Information on the 

effects of institutionalization, medical and cognitive pathologies 

that affect the frail population, pharmacological management, 

and the impact of reimbursement models will be 

presented at this 20 contact hour course. Specific evaluations 

and creative treatment protocols for gait, balance, strength, 

flexibility, and endurance will be provided. Contact: 877- 

794-7328 (toll-free); or www.greatseminarsandbooks.com 

DEC. 7-8, 2012 FRAMINGHAM, MA 

SEPT. 27-28, 2013 DURHAM, NC 

The Frail Elderly: Realistic 

Strategies to Improve Function 

This course will examine the frailest of frail elderly. Recent 

research in strength and flexibility training using hands-on 

and video-guided exercise protocols and complimentary 

therapies will be presented. All care settings will be discussed 

from acute care, sub-acute, nursing home, outpatient, 

assisted living, home, senior and community centers, to 

fitness facilities. Critical pathways are presented and include 

reimbursement issues and current legislative initiatives 

involving health maintenance and promotion. Instructor: 

Jennifer Bottomley. Contact: Education Resources, Inc., 



DEC. 8-9, 2012 WASHINGTON, DC 


For Osteoporosis 

Speaker: Sherri Betz, PT, GCS, CEEAA, PMA-CPT. This very 

informative 20 hour seminar places a strong emphasis on 

postural awareness, neuromuscular re-education for trunk 

control, balance, spinal extension & lower extremity strength 

as applied to fall and fracture prevention of the hip and vertebral 

bodies. Learn innovative & creative Pilates-based models, 

how to triage patients with a simple screening process 

& how to introduce alignment, breathing and core control. 

This course will also cover a myriad of topics from the FRAC 

fracture risk assessment tool to current evidence-based 

treatment of frail older persons and those with osteoporosis. 

Exercise classes will be presented in an experimental format, 

appropriate for the fit or frail osteoporotic patient. Contact: 

Great Seminars and Books, 877-794-7328 (toll-free); or 


MARCH 9-17, 2013 ALBERTA, CANADA 

APRIL 6-14, 2013 LONG ISLAND, NY 

APRIL 20-28, 2013 CHICAGO, IL 

Lymphedema 

Therapy Certification 

The Norton School of Lymphatic Therapy’s Advantage Optimal 

Access Format is a blended live & web-based certification 

program producing LANA-eligible lymphedema therapists 

in only 9 continuous days. Only 5 workdays and 2 week- 


ends make this course the most sensible, cost-effective, 

unmatched choice. Save large expenses on staff coverage, 

travel, hotel and meals. Take our online Virtual Tour and 

compare to other schools! This course teaches: Manual 

Lymph Drainage (MLD) & Complete Decongestive Therapy 

(Vodder/Foeldi Tech) covering 135 hours, basic and advanced 

MLD, bandaging & Tx protocols, Tx of primary & secondary 

lymphedema, extremity & non-extremity lymphedema. All 

Norton School instructors are recognized national experts 

and are available via e-mail & phone consultation for Tx of 

complex patients. We offer Advanced Training Programs, 

Reviews, Bi-Annual Conferences, Specialized Training Videos 

& free lifetime listing in our Therapist Referral Database. 

Multiple courses offered per month nationally. Inquire about 

hosting a course! MD, RN, PT, OT, PT & OT Assistants, 

Nurses & MTs qualified. The Norton School is recognized 

by FPTA, NJ, SBPTE, TPTA, AOTA & NCBTMB for CEUs. 

Senior Faculty: Steve Norton, MLD/CD, CLT-LANA; Andrea 

Cheville, MD, Medical Director. Contact: 866-445-9674 (tollfree); 

866-854-7800 (fax); info@NortonSchool.com or www. 

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES 

New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania 

We’ve moved to a new 

state-of-the-art facility 

in Yonkers! 

For the past twenty years, Manhattan 

has been home to the Elizabeth Seton 

Pediatric Center, a specialty nursing 

facility devoted to changing the lives of 

medically fragile children. 

The Center has moved to a magnificent 

“green” building designed specifically 

for children and staff with nearly double 

the space. 

Specialty features include: therapy 

on each of the 3 residential floors, a 

hydro-therapy pool, sensory rooms, art 

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including a therapy terrace, 15 

classrooms, a gym and outdoor play 

areas. The design creates smaller, 

intimate neighborhoods of care to speak 

to the feelings of “home.” 

To learn more, visit 

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Join our team of great therapists! 

Metro SportsMed is dedicated to delivering 

premium quality care to our patients. We 

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comprehensive program includes orthopedics, 

neuro, pelvic health, lymphedema, pediatric, 

aquatic, and fi tness/wellness. We offer a 

competitive salary and benefi ts package, 

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Senior Physical Therapists 

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Physical Therapist Assistants 

Lymphedema Therapists 

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Full-time/PT Physical Therapist 

Dynamic therapist needed for outpatient 

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To qualify, you must have a Bachelor’s degree, Master’s 

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can occur spontaneously, or it may follow 

head trauma, labyrinthitis or 

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““ 

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(Bilingual English/Chinese/Spanish/Russian helpful) 

Fee-For-Service - All Boroughs 

Fee-For-Service opportunities available for OTs and SLPs 

Visit us at booth #305 at the 

Advance White Plains Career Fair! 

Free CE Event 

THA and TKA: State of the Art in Surgery and 


Thursday, September 13th • 4:30pm - 7:00 pm 

For more information and to register, visit 

mjhs.jobs/eventregistration 

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PHYSICAL THERAPIST 

WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? ACT NOW! 

Join our team of top professionals and get a once in a 

lifetime opportunity to be trained and get certifi ed in manual 

therapy by leading manual therapy experts Dr. Kostopoulos & 

Dr. Rizopoulos. 

New York’s premier PT company, Hands-On Care Physical 

Therapy has PT openings in all boroughs throughout the NYC 

area in our new state-of-the-art outpatient facilities. We not 

only off er quality care but a chance for you to grow within the 

company as a future clinical director and/or teaching faculty 

of the prestigious Hands-On Seminars. We provide signifi cant 

continuing education packages, certifi cation in manual therapy, 

along with health insurance and other benefi ts. Must 

have a NYS license or be eligible. We sponsor for Work VISA 

status, salary negotiable along with bonus incentives. So if 

you’re a person that believes the sky is the limit, come join 

our team today and never stop growing. 

Hands-On Care Physical Therapy 

www.HandsOnPT.org 

Sara Castano / 718 707 6970 ext. 308 

Fax: 718 532 9650 • sarac@handsonpt.org 

Physical Therapist - FT or PT 

F/T or P/T Physical Therapist needed 

for a multidisciplinary clinic in Scotch 

Plains, NJ. Flexible hours and 

excellent pay. New grads welcome. 


or e-mail: echludzinski@yahoo.com 

NEEDCAREERADVICE 

go to www.advanceweb.com today! 




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New Jersey, New York 

Now Hiring Physical Therapists 

FULL TIME, PART TIME, PER DIEM 

Helping you become a better therapist is critical 

to our success. 

Located in Monmouth and Ocean Counties in New Jersey, Health- 

South is a leading provider of inpatient rehabilitation services. We are 

fully accredited acute rehabilitation hospitals that treat a wide clinical 

case load such as stroke, brain injury, neurological disorders, cardiac, 

orthopedic, amputation, multiple trauma, pulmonary and diabetes. 

Our therapists work with state-of-the-art therapy technologies including: 

® ® 

 

Exciting Time to Join HealthSouth 

 

 

 

and training 

Joint Commission Disease-Specific Care Certification in Brain Injury Rehabilitation, Cardiac Rehabilitation, Hip Fracture 

Rehabilitation, Pulmonary Rehabilitation and Stroke Rehabilitation (Tinton Falls), and Brain Injury Rehabilitation, Cardiac 

Rehabilitation, Diabetes Mellitus, Pulmonary Rehabilitation and Stroke Rehabilitation (Toms River). 

Theraplay, a pediatric sensory gym located on the Upper 

East Side of Manhattan, is looking for fun and energetic 

therapists to join our team. We currently have full-time, 

per diem, and salaried positions available. Pediatric 

experience is preferred but not required. New graduates are 

welcome to apply. 

www.TheraplayNYC.com 

E-mail: Kim@theraplaynyc.com 

Phone (212) 288-1450 



Apply Now 

Get the process started by applying 

online at www.healthsouth.jobs or 

contact one of our hospitals below. 

New Jersey licensed physical therapists 

with inpatient rehabilitation experience 

preferred. New grads welcome! 

Anita Pisani/Director, Human Resources 

anita.pisani@healthsouth.com 

 

Lori Munyan/Director, Human Resources 

lori.munyan@healthsouth.com 

 

BETTER OUTCOMES AT WORK 

www.healthsouth.jobs ©2012:HealthSouth Corporation:544752 

Crest Physical Therapy 

Growing Corporately Owned Physical Therapy Practice 

(Orthopedic/Vestibular/Balance/Hand/Aquatic Specialties) 

Looking for Physical Therapists for our Whiting and Wall, NJ locations. 

Also, looking for a Per Diem physical and occupational therapist in 

our other locations. 

Full-time/Part-time. New Grads encouraged to apply. 

PTs, CHT (OT, PT, and PTA) 

To join our experienced and highly motivated team of PTs and OTs. 

Crest has multiple locations in the Red Bank, West Long Branch, 

Whiting, Toms River, Wall and Manasquan, New Jersey area, with 

new offi ces opening in Ocean County and North Jersey. The present 

position is for a Physical Therapist who can work independently and is 

self-motivated for our Whiting offi ce. Strong clinical manual skills are a 

plus. Vestibular experience is also an asset, but will work to train in this 

area. We offer a competitive salary, a retirement plan, medical/dental 

benefi ts, generous paid time off, continuing education reimbursement, 

and a quarterly incentive program. 

SIGN ON BONUS 

For consideration, please e-mail your 

CV/Resume to: 

ccurtis@crestphysicaltherapy.com 

Dr. Charles Curtis MS, PT, DPT, Cert MDT 

(732) 759-8358 • Fax (732) 759-8478 

Mult Multilin ilingual gual The Therapy rapy 

Associates Inc. 

Pediatric Ped Pediat iatric ric i Clinical Cli Clinic nical i al l Service SSer Servic vice i 


PRESCHOOLS & SCHOOL BASED POSITIONS 

Immediate Excellent Part-time/Full-time 

Pediatric Placement, Brooklyn, Bronx & Queens 

• Supervision available • New Grads Welcome 

• Excellent Pediatric Training • Highest rates 

in the industry • Benefits Package 

Call (888) 806-2497 

Fax Resume To (888) 806-5151 

Lillianmta@yahoo.com 

YOU CAN HAVE IT ALL! 

A rewarding, challenging career; excellent benefi ts and compensation that refl ect your value; working with an experienced 

staff in a relaxed, professional environment for a company that values dedication, teamwork and growth. We are a 

multidisciplinary private practice centrally located in suburban East Brunswick, NJ. Our goal is simple - provide one of a kind, 

quality care to help our patients get well. We have been so successful that we are expanding our practice! Check us out at 

www.aimsclinic.com to fi nd out what makes AIMS so unique. If you are looking for what we offer and want to be a part of 

our ongoing 35-year success story please send your resume to: 

732-238-6194 or to director@aimsclinic.com 

ADVANCE for Physical Therapists 

& PT Assistants is on Facebook! 

• Meet tons of new people in your fi eld 

• Share your experiences on our wall 

• Post your photos and videos 

• Read our staff blogs • And more 

Visit www.advanceweb.com/pt and 

click on the “Find Us on Facebook” link. 


Full-time 30 hrs./Part-time position available 

immediately in dynamic outpatient private practice 

in East Brunswick, NJ. Will train in Hands-On. 

$80,000/year. New Grads Wanted. 

Please fax resume to 732-257-5099 

or call 732-740-5659 

or call 732-257-0900 

On Your Feet 

Heel spurs are a common foot problem 

resulting from excessive bony 

growth on the heel bone. Heel spurs 

and plantar fasciitis are often discussed 

together in the medical literature. It is 

difficult—and usually unnecessary—to 

distinguish between the two because 

the causes and treatment of each condition 

are the same.

Write Your Story 

at Lourdes 

Lourdes Medical Center of Burlington County is a 

249-bed community hospital in Willingboro. Specialty 

services include the Lourdes Cancer Program; 

Lourdes Specialty Hospital of Southern New Jersey, 

a unit for long-term acute-care patients; cardiology 

services and behavioral health services. 


 

Responsibilities include assessing planning and 

implementing the delivery of care; and with the 

approval of the patient establishes reasonable and 

measurable goals within a specific timeframe. The 

professional physical therapist assumes responsibility 

and accountability for the delegation of patient care to 

other members of the healthcare team. 

Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree 

preferred. Minimum of 0-1 years experience required; 

2-4 years experience preferred. NJ State PT License 

required, will consider other states with reciprocity. 

For a detailed job description and to apply, visit: 

LourdesCareers.org 

Member of Catholic Health East, sponsored by the 

Franciscan Sisters of Allegany, NY. Diversity lights our way. 

EOE/M/F/D/V 

KIDZ THERAPY SERVICES, PLLC 

PHYSICAL/OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS 

Nassau/Suffolk Clinics 

• Immediate Full-time/Part-time Clinic/School-based Positions 

• School-based Independent Contractor Positions 

• State-of-the-Art Sensory Gym and Equipment 

• Excellent Benefi ts for Full-time Employees 

• Supervision and Professional Development Available 

• New Grads Welcome 

Contact: Kidztherapy@Kidztherapy.com or 

Phone: 516-747-9030 (Nassau) or 631-382-7311 (Suffolk) 

Fax: 516-877-0998 (Nassau) or 631-382-7399 (Suffolk) 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

Diagnosing PAD 

The Centers for Disease Control found 

that in 2002 there were 93,000 discharges 

of patients from hospitals in 

the United States listing peripheral 

arterial disease (PAD) as their first-listed 

diagnosis. PAD does not directly 

cause mortality but it is a manifestation 

of coronary and cerebrovascular disease 

which does cause mortality. 

Essentially, PAD is a build-up of plaque 

in the arteries of the legs. 

New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania 

TENDER TOUCH REHAB 

seeks 

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS & COTAS 

Because we care 

Servicing over 100 facilities throughout NY, NJ, PA, and DE 

Full-time, part-time and per diem positions 

Flexible schedule/weekend & evening hours available 

Early intervention opportunities in Philadelphia 

Mentoring program 

Quality one on one treatment 

Great benefits and huge sign-on bonus! 

Up to $15,000 in tuition forgiveness for new grads 

Director positions available 

Free health insurance options 

H1B and green card (EB2) visas 

Sub acute settings 

............ 

On the lookout for 

a great new position? 

Join our team of school-based therapists 

and have a job that fi ts your life. 

Opportunities: 

• Delaware County: Part-Time PT position in 

Southern Delco with very fl exible hours. 

$1,000 referral bonus 

(pro-rated for part-time) 

For more information, 

e-mail melissa@pts-inc.net 

call us at 610-941-7020 or visit us at 

www.pts-inc.net today to learn more! 

Immediate opening for a part-time PT in beautiful Morristown/ 

Parsippany area of New Jersey. Hours are Monday to Friday 

minimum 5 pm to 8 pm. Great opportunity with room for growth. 

Ideal candidate will be licensed to work in NJ and participation 

in the Medicare program is essential. The practice is a very well 

established and fl ourishing company with deep roots in the 

community. Come be a part of our team. 

Please contact ptjob261@aol.com or fax 973.538.4957 

G VE 

YOUR MARKETING A NEW TWIST 

WITH ADVANCE REPRINTS! 

EMAIL REPRINTS@ADVANCEWEB.COM 

Contact Heather: 

p:732.987.3884 

f:732.534.8660 

e: jobs@tendertouch.com 

www.tendertouch.com 

Why work 

for the 

VNA? 

Here’s what our PTs say: 

“I value the relationships I have with patients.” 

VNAGP is one of the region’s largest nonprofit 

hospice and home care providers, 

serving residents throughout Philadelphia 

& immediate PA suburbs. 

Home Care 


Full-time, Part-time & Per Diem 

Current license & at least 1 year clinical 

experience required. Orientation program 

for all new therapist hires. Independent 

Contractors welcome. 

We offer outstanding compensation and 

generous benefits including laptop & cell 

phone, top mileage reimbursement, tuition 

reimbursement, paid access for CE credits 

and generous paid time off. 

For more information, please contact: 

Clinical Recruiter 

at 215-581-2073 or e-mail: 

recruiter@vnaphilly.org 

EOE M/F/V/H 

Learn more at 

www.vnaphilly.org 

THERAPISTS 

Full/Part-Time opportunities starting 

September 2012 

Pediatric Special Education 

School setting • Brooklyn, NY 


Speech Therapists: SLP and CFY 

Occupational Therapist: OTR 

E-mail: 

placement@yeled.org 

Fax: 718-686-2395 




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New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, Maryland 

Exceed Your Expectations Through Clinical Transformation 

St. Francis Medical Center and LIFE St. Francis have the following opportunities available for Physical Therapists in 

Trenton, NJ: 

PHYSICAL THERAPIST - Full Time 

$20,000 Sign-On Bonus Available! 

We are seeking a Physical Therapist to be responsible for assessing, 

planning and implementing the delivery of care on our large multidisciplinary 

team. The Physical Therapist will play a vital role in the 

care of the following patient populations: post-surgical cardiothoracic, 

neurosurgical post-wound care, pulmonary, ICU/CCU and general 

medical. Our Physical Therapy Department consists of a dynamic and 

supportive staff of PTs and PTAs. We require NJ PT license, BLS, and 

a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate in Physical Therapy. 

New Grads Welcomed! PRN Positions Also Available! 

For consideration, please send resumes to: Leora Washington, 

Employment Manager, 601 Hamilton Ave, Trenton, NJ, 

e-mail: lwashington@stfrancismedical.org, Fax: 609-599-6257 

at 

BE WELL 

As a member of our team you will enjoy competitive compensation, excellent benefits, a supportive team and more! 

Visit us online: www.stfrancismedical.org 

St. Francis is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diverse candidates to apply. EOE M/F/D/V. 

Theraplay, Inc. is a leading provider of childrens therapy 

services in Southeastern, PA. Current openings at our 

pediatric outpatient centers, school services and EI 

departments, with locations in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, 

Montgomery and Lancaster Counties. Named a “Top 25 

Small Company for Working Moms”. 

Contact Amanda Ryan, Recruiting Mgr. (610) 436-3604 x27 

or aryan@theraplayinc.com for details. 


All-City Health Care Services 

is a licensed home care agency, 

with current opportunities in 

Manhattan and Brooklyn. 

Excellent pay 

Interested applicants please call 

718-897-3656 or 813-781-4343 

E-mail: allcityhealth@aol.com 

Physical Therapist & PT Assistant 

Full-Time, Part-Time or Per Diem Position at our Outpatient 

Rehab Facilities in Perth Amboy & Mataway, NJ. 

Call: Generosa Pangan, Manager 

Crown Rehab Inc. 

732-583-8630 • Fax: 732-583-7650 

E-mail: coord@crownrehab.com 



EOE 

Pediatric Sensory Gym with 2 locations 

Upper West Side & Gramercy Park 

Full-time and part-time per diem 

and salary positions available 

Monday-Friday. Immediate HIre. 

www.WatchMeGrowNYC.com 

info@watchmegrownyc.com 

Fax: (212) 982-9816 

Losing ‘Good’ Weight 

Studies have shown that people 

experiencing cancer cachexia, human 

immunodeficiency virus or autoimmune 

deficiency syndrome (HIV-AIDS), 

or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease 

(COPD) tend to lose fat free mass 

during weight loss which leads to a 

decline in physical performance and 

potential death. 


Full Time 

LIFE St Francis, a Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), 

assists elders to live safely at home while being helped by a team of 

healthcare experts. It is a safe alternative to nursing home care. The 

success of our program has created a new opportunity in the Trenton, 

NJ area for a full time Physical Therapist. We require 1 yr experience 

working with frail elders, a minimum of 3 yrs experience as a PT & CPR 

certification. 

For consideration please send resumes to: Rita Haines, 

HR Recruiter, 1435 Liberty St., Trenton, NJ 08629 

e-mail: Rhaines@Stfrancismedical.org 

UPPER SOUTH ATLANTIC 

Serving Prince George’s, Charles County, Anne Arundel 

County, Calvert County, & St. Mary’s County 

Physical Therapist (FT and Per Diem) 

Physical Therapy Assistant (FT and Per Diem) 

Flexible Scheduling 

$10,000 

Tuition Reimbursement 

Sign-on Bonus 

Paid Time Off 

for Full-time 

Discounted Gym Membership PTs 

Comprehensive Healthcare Package 

E-mail resumes to 

Dianawalker@southernmarylandhospital.com 

or fax to 301-856-0218 

Come join our team for a REWARDING and EXCITING 

career in Home Healthcare with the opportunity to 

travel and meet new people! 


MESSENGER 

THE JOBS YOU’RE LOOKING FOR ARE 

EMAILED DIRECTLY TO YOU! 

SIGN UP AT WWW.ADVANCEWEB.COM

Full-Time, Part-Time, Per Diem 

Pediatric Physical, Speech and 

Occupational Therapists Needed 

Bayada Pediatrics NEW Delaware Pediatric Visit 

offi ce is growing and has immediate openings 

for Physical, Speech and Occupational Therapists. 

Pediatric experience is a must and Early Intervention 

experience is a plus. At Bayada Pediatrics we 

offer competitive pay rates, benefi ts, fl exible scheduling, 

and much more! 

If you are interested in joining a dedicated 

team of professionals who believe their clients 

come fi rst, please call SherVonne Wilson at 

302-322-2300 or fax resume to 302-322-6300 

or e-mail to swilson@bayada.com. 


searchable job listings—updated daily! 

EAST SOUTH CENTRAL 

Pediatric PTs 

Early Intervention Opportunities in 

District of Columbia 

PT Supervisor and PT positions 

for School-based, EI, and Out-patient 

in Baltimore, MD metro area 

Contact: Care Resources today to 

learn more 1-877-ASK-CARE 

careresources-hr@careresources.net 

www.careresourcesinc.com 

EOE M/F/D/V 

Lab School of Washington 

Part-time PT wanted for 2012 School Year 

• Supportive Staff 

• Great Interdisciplinary team 

• Flexible Scheduling 

• Hourly Rate 

• Must be DC Licensed 


or e-mail christine.chang@labschool.org 

Delaware, Tennessee, Washington, D.C. 


PRN, Inpatient and Outpatient Adult 

PRN, Inpatient Pediatrics 

PRN, Outpatient Wound Care 

Requires a DC license (or eligibility). 

Experience required for all PRN positions. 

Our PTs enjoy: 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

www.medstargeorgetown.jobs/m/t/5 

You really can move mountains. 

Mountain States Health Alliance, located in a region full of wonderful places to live, work and play, focuses on creating a Patient-Centered Care 

environment. We provide competitive wages, great benefits, and an atmosphere of support and respect. We offer up to a $15,000 sign-on bonus, 

scholarship award program, tuition reimbursement and continuing education. And our Wellness Program helps Team Members better their own 

health while improving the health of their patients. It all adds up to a powerful community of healthcare leaders you should join. 

FEATURED OPPORTUNITY: Physical Therapist 

MSHA is a locally owned and managed healthcare system based in Johnson City, Tennessee. We are the region’s largest healthcare system with 13 

hospitals. Mountain States Health Alliance caregivers build relationships, create environments and provide service delivery based on the patient 

through a holistic approach to healing that ministers to the mind, body and spirit. Our integrated, comprehensive continuum of care serves 

people in 29 counties in Tennessee, Virginia, Kentucky, and North Carolina. In addition to our hospitals, MSHA’s integrated healthcare delivery 

system includes 21 primary/preventive care centers and numerous outpatient care sites, including First Assist Urgent Care, MedWorks, Same Day 

Surgery, and Rehab Plus. 

Franklin Woods Community Hospital 

Johnson City Medical Center 

Johnston Memorial Hospital 

Norton & Dickenson Community Hospitals 

APPLY online at www.msha.com 

Questions? Contact our recruiters at 

 

(P.S. - In your free time, they’re also great for hiking, biking, and picnicking.) 

Russell County Medical Center 

Smyth County Community Hospital 

Francis Marion Manor 

HomeCare & Hospice Services 

HH - PTA (Lebanon/Russell Co.) 

HH - PTA (Kingsport/Sullivan Co.) 

HH - PTA (Mountain City) 

HH - PT (Kingsport/Sullivan Co.) 

LOOKING FOR A LOW-COST MAILER? CALL 800-355-5627 FOR ADVANCE REPRINTS! 



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EOE/AA 


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Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina 

Physical 


Northport Rehab Therapy Services 

Northport Medical Center, Northport, Alabama Therapists 

Experienced and new graduate employment opportunities 

available. Clinical scope of services includes patient 

Northport Rehab populations from pediatric Therapy to geriatric. Services 

Minimum Qualifications: 

Northport Medical Center, Northport, Alabama 

Experienced and new graduates employment 

opportunities available. Clinical scope of services 

includes patient populations from pediatric 

to geriatric. 

Minimum Qualifi cations: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy 

and/or Occupational Therapy. 

• Maintains active status with license in good 

standing with the state board of education or 

licensing agency. 

• CPR certifi ed. 

DCH offers you... 

• Competitive Pay and Benefi ts 

• Opportunities for New Graduates 

$10,000 Sign-on Bonus 

Opportunity requires 

• 2-year DCH Commitment 

• Minimum 0.7 FTE (56 hours bi-weekly) 

* Paid out in equal bi-weekly installments 

over the course of 2-year commitment. 

For more information regarding these 

Physical Therapist positions currently available 

with DCH Health System and 

to apply online, visit DCH website: 

www.dchsystem.com 


DCH Regional Medical Center - Tuscaloosa, Alabama 

Northport Medical Center - Northport, Alabama 

Fayette Medical Center - Fayette, Alabama 

www.dchsystem.com 

LOWER SOUTH ATLANTIC 


Archbold Medical Center is currently seeking 

Physical Therapists for the Acute Rehab Unit, 

Outpatient Rehab and Home Health Services. 

$10,000 Recruitment Incentive 

Relocation Assistance 

Visit our website for further details on our 

Medical Center. Competitive compensation 

and excellent benefi ts. 

Contact: Employment Manager 

PO Box 1018, Thomasville, GA 31799 

LKennedy@archbold.org 

Phone: 229-227-5047 • Fax: 229-227-5188 

EOE 

www.archbold.org 

SPORTS PLUS PHYSICAL THERAPY 

Purely Outpatient Orthopaedics! 

Full-Time PTs and PTAs needed in strong outpatient ortho and sports medicine 

settings, including: • Gastonia, NC (PTA)•Orangeburg, SC (PTA,PT) • Aiken, SC (PT) 

• Myrtle Beach, SC (PTA) • Charleston, SC (Neuro. PT) • Clemson, SC (Neuro. PTA) 

Contact Catherine Sullivan, MPT 

CLEMSON SPORTS MEDICINE & REHABILITATION 

(864) 482-0064, x20113 • catherine.sullivan@csmr.org 

www.csmr.org 

Shepherd Center 

The Art of restoring Hope, 

rebuilding Lives 

Shepherd Center, located in Atlanta, 

GA, specializes in the treatment and 

rehabilitation of people with acquired 

brain and spinal cord injuries. We are 

seeking experienced: 

Physical 

Therapy 

ACQUIRED 

BRAIN INJURY PROGRAM 

Staff Therapist, Full-Time 

SPINAL CORD INJURY 

DAY PROGRAM 

Staff Therapist, Full-Time 

OUTPATIENT POST-ACUTE 

BRAIN INJURY 

Staff Therapist, PRN 

For information please call 

404.350.7340 or apply online at 

shepherd.org 

OUTPATIENT ORTHO. 

AT THE BEACH!! 

Full-time PTA opening at MYRTLE BEACH PHYSICAL THERAPY in Carolina 

Forest. Strong outpatient ortho, spine rehab and lots of manual therapy opportunities! 

Spend time with your patients, gain valuable mentoring and further your career growth! 

Learn more at www.csmr.org. Send resume with references to: Catherine Sullivan, MPT 

Clemson Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation (home company) 

(864) 482-0064 x20113 • Fax: (864) 482-0081 

catherine.sullivan@csmr.org 

Carolina Therapy Services 

PT/OT/SLP: Opportunities in Boone, 

Fayetteville, Warrenton 

and Dunn, NC (Home Health) 

Management Opportunities Available! 

SIGN-ON BONUS OR RELOCATION PACKAGE $3,000-$5,000 

Competitive salaries and excellent benefits. Continuing education assistance 

with opportunities for professional growth. 

Call 866-388-9776 or Fax: 866-388-9779 

markw@carolinatherapy.net 

Visit us at the Web at www.carolinatherapy.net 



EOE 

Today is the 

fi rst day of the 

rest of your career. 

Celebrate by making a bold move – to 

FirstHealth of the Carolinas. A leading 

healthcare system that puts patients fi rst, 

we offer you a medically sophisticated and 

supportive environment where you can learn and 

grow. Our not-for-profi t three-hospital system 

is an organization driven by our values: Focus 

on Quality and Excellence, Integrity, Respect for 

the Individual, Service to Others and Teamwork. 

Here, you’ll enjoy excellent resources, a 

supportive management team and exceptional 

opportunities for career growth. We invite you to 

explore the following opportunities: 


• Outpatient Rehab – 

Raeford & Rockingham 

• Home Health – Moore County 

• Acute Care – Pinehurst 

Requires a BS, MA or Doctorate degree 

in Physical Therapy, NC PT license and 

CPR certifi cation. 


ASSISTANT 

• Home Health 

We offer an attractive compensation/benefi ts 

package and a wonderful lifestyle in the Sandhills 

region of North Carolina. The mountains, ocean, 

several universities and the metro area of Raleigh, 

Charlotte and Fayetteville are all within easy 

driving distance. To learn more, visit 

www.fi rsthealth.jobs 

EOE 

Working Together, First in Quality, First in Health. 

ARE YOU DIRECTOR MATERIAL? Clemson Sports 

Medicine & Rehabilitation has a strong outpatient ortho. 

caseload, with active patient population and endless marketing 

opportunities! Beautiful area on Lake Keowee in 

Salem, SC, just outside of Clemson. Successful clinic with 

competitive benefi ts & salary- learn more at www.csmr.org! 

Send resume with references to: Catherine Sullivan, MPT 

Clemson Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation (home company) 

(846) 482-0064, x20113 • fax (864) 482-0081 

catherine.sullivan@csmr.org 

SUBSCRIBE TODAY! SUBSCRIBE FREE TODAY AT ADVANCE RENEW TODAY! 800.355.1088


Pediatric Clinic 

• $5,000 SIGN ON BONUS 

• COMPETITIVE SALARY 

• CONTINUING EDUCATION 

• LADDER PROGRAM 

• RELOCATION ASSISTANCE 

Beaufort Memorial Hospital is a 197-bed 

facility nestled right along the Atlantic Intracoastal 

Waterway in Beaufort, SC and we’re 

in and among the most beautiful barrier island 

areas of the U.S. We are seeking Physical and 

Occupational Therapists to join our growing team. 

We offer a competitive salary, along with an 

excellent benefi ts package to include the SC 

State Retirement Program. Visit our website at 

www.bmhsc.org for more information regarding 

this opportunity and to apply. We look forward 

to reviewing your application! 

Human Resources 

Beaufort Memorial Hospital 

www.bmhsc.org 

BMH is a Multi-Cultural Organization and an 


WEST SOUTH CENTRAL 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Region 10 Education Service Center 

seeks TX licensed PT to serve public school 

students in counties around Dallas. Competitive 

Full-time Salary, Benefits, School Holidays 

196 Work Days with Summers Off! 

972-348-1580 • kitra.gray@region10.org 

SOUTHWEST 

South Carolina, Texas, Arkansas, Arizona, New Mexico 

Rehab Synergies needs 

a Therapist Like You! 

• Are you looking for your next challenge at work? 

• Are you looking for an employer that encourages 

your professional growth and off ers 

a $750/annual CEU allowance? 

• Are you looking for a great job and great employer? 

Th is opportunity has both, 

Candidate Inquires/Privacy is guaranteed! 

We are currently seeking Full-time, Part-time and 

PRN professionals for the following locations: 

Dallas/Fort Worth • Houston • East Texas • El Paso 

San Antonio • McAllen • Lubbock • Wichita Falls 

Rehab Synergies is an In-House Th erapy Provider 

of Th erapy Services to 39 Centers in Texas. We are 

ramping up for major growth in the years ahead, 

central to our strategy is a signifi cant expansion of the 

Rehabilitation Department. 

resumes@RehabSynergies.com 

www.rehabsynergies.com 

1-877-503-4552 

Fax 817-633-6285 

Full-time exempt PT 

positions available at progressive 80-bed 

hospital in the Arkansas River Valley area, 

just off I-40. 

We provide both inpatient and outpatient 

Physical Therapy services in a well-equipped, 

ample therapy area. 

We offer competitive wages and bene ts, 

including company matched 401(k). 

Apply online at www.jrmc.com 

EOE • Tobacco Free Campus 

 

 

 

 

 

Physical Therapists - F/T, P/T & PRN 

Forum at Tucson, Tucson, AZ 

Independent Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Care 

Inpatient/outpatient - internal therapy company 

Excellent compensation and benefi ts 

Five Star Rehab & Wellness 

Tel: 866-670-8721, Fax: 617-658-1706 

dglassburn@5sqc.com • www.5sqc.com EOE 

Unique Opportunity in 

Southwest New Mexico 

POSITION AVAILABLE 

DIRECTOR OF 

REHAB & WELLNESS 

for our state-of-the-art Outpatient 

Rehab Facility, Acute Care and 

2000 member Community Wellness 

Center. We will be hiring a Leader 

who is customer-centered, employeecentered 

and results-oriented with 

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