Paired Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Chronic UE Deficits Following Stroke
June 7, 2025 - Kirkland, WA
MicroTransponder is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 11243. The Live activity format is offered at .6 CEUs, Introductory Level, Occupational Therapy Service Delivery. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA or indicate AOTA approval of a certification or other professional recognition.
Course Overview
This course will introduce you to the science and implementation of vagus nerve stimulation for individuals suffering from chronic UE deficits following stroke. We will review the evidence-based interventions that will drive neuroplastic change resulting in improved upper limb recovery and occupational performance following stroke. We will use lecture, small group discussion, hands-on practice, and case-based learning techniques.
The live class is intended for medical professionals (e.g. OT/OTA, PT/PTA, Physicians, etc.) directly related to the neuro recovery of a patient or client. To participate in this course and receive a certificate, the participant must be a licensed, treating clinician. Following successful completion of the course and a ≥ 80% score on the quiz, learners will receive a certificate.
Resources will be provided for you to take back to your practice to help you deliver salient, task-based therapy to all of your neuro patients.
We look forward to seeing you at this live event!
Course curriculum
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Overview
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Learning Outcomes
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Course Resources
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Lecture and Small Group
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Course Review
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Quiz
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Course Feedback
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About this course
- 6 Contact Hours / .6 CEUs
- Live Lecture Format
- Small Group Discussion
Learning Outcomes
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Recall the key principles of neuroplasticity.
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List 4 clinical impairments that are commonly seen following stroke.
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Describe the neuroscientific principles and research findings of electrical nerve stimulation, including paired VNS, in people with chronic stroke.
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Describe how electrical nerve stimulation can improve functional recovery for better engagement in ADLs/IADLs.
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Identify appropriate activities for task-specific training interventions while using paired VNS based on patient’s specific presentations.
Instructor(s)
Lynn Kloeckner
OTR/L
Lynn is a dynamic and versatile Occupational Therapist with experience in program management with a deep understanding of big-picture operations in medical environments. She received her BS in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from the University of Minnesota and her Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of North Dakota. Lynn is now a Therapy Development Specialist with MicroTransponder helping to provide chronic stroke patients access to paired vagus nerve stimulation.
Lisa Apple
PT, DPT, COMS, BSPTS C1/C2
Lisa is a highly experienced medical practitioner with an exceptional combination of clinical care, patient relations, and health education and training skills gained from managing successful healthcare clinics, as well as serving on multi-disciplinary teams within Seattle Children’s Hospital, Bioventus, Penumbra and DIH and MicroTransponder. Over the last few years, she has seen the effects of advanced rehab technology on patients' lives and the clinicians who help them. She has been an invited speaker on physical therapy, injury prevention, and rehabilitation topics to numerous medical groups including the UW Department of Orthotics, Seattle Children’s Hospital, and G2 Sports, in addition to authoring multiple local media articles on health, wellness, and fitness.