Non violent de-escalating techniques for agitated patients/clients and releases for when agitated patients/clients grab therapists. This is something that would be very beneficial for all areas of practice. Rachel Halter OTR/L Back to 2011 Conference Agenda

A Chattanooga- based OT practice has begun efficacy research on the The Social-Spiritual Model of Dynamic Memory Care, currently used regionally & in California.  Applying advanced OT expertise, physical and social contexts are enhanced to increase resident coping, sense of … learn more →

A review of upcoming Medicare changes effective October 2011.  Are you prepared for the changes in Groups, ARD dates, & Student Supervision?  Attend this course and you will have a better understanding on the multiple layers of Medicare & its … learn more →

An imperative course in today’s “justify your treatment” environment.  This course is an excellent review of OT documentation for seasoned clinicians as well as new graduates.  Ensure you are relaying in writing what services you are billing while relating it … learn more →

This course will show pictures of the applications of multi-sensory environments in the treatment of clients with advanced dementia.  It will teach how the current science on neuroplasticity supports the efficacy of multi-sensory environments in treatment. Janice Ryan, OTD, OTR/L … learn more →

The presentation will provide participants with an understanding of available OT sensory tools and their application across the scope of practice. Emphasis will be placed on the use of sensory tools in rehab, geriatric, mental health, and wellness settings. Format … learn more →

This course will review common occupational therapy assessments and interventions used in the treatment of subacromial impingement syndrome. This is an introductory course with hands on lab opportunities including provocative testing and treatment as outlined in the OT Framework. One … learn more →

For OT’s and OTA’s working in physical disabilities. Course includes pertinent anatomy, evaluation techniques, and treatments and modalities for arthritis with an emphasis on the hand. Course will include updates on splinting. Supplies provided by Sammons-Preston. Peggy C. Haase, OTR, … learn more →

The ADET is a program designed for persons with disabilities. This is an introductory course with the goal of providing a method for screening all clients teenage to geriatric. Performance skills needed to drive as well as adaptive equipment to … learn more →

This workshop is designed to review the impact from changes to the Diagnosis Coding System by educating allied healthcare professionals. Therapists in Private Practice will benefit greatly from understanding the changes in diagnosis codes that are effective October 1, 2013. … learn more →