Paired Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Chronic UE Deficits Following Stroke
May 3, 2025 - New York, NY
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)
Carolyn Brown
OTD, OTR/L, CSRS
Carolyn Brown holds a doctorate in Occupational Therapy and has specialized in neurological rehabilitation for the past 25 years. She currently evaluates and treats Vivistim patients at the Hospital for Special Care in New Britain, CT. Carolyn also directs StrokeOT Inc, a nonprofit organization that provides weekly online Vivistim classes for patients after their 6-week intensive therapy is finished.
Ruchi Patel
MA, OTR/L
Ruchi is an occupational therapist with 20 years clinical and research experience across diverse settings, specializing in neuro-rehab. She is highly experienced and skilled in acute inpatient rehab, outpatient, and homecare occupational therapy practices and is passionate about the intersection between education, research, and neuro-based conditions, especially stroke. She has advanced education in neuro-rehab includes vestibular training, use of various assistive technologies including robotics and e-stim, and neuroplasticity based rehabilitation techniques.
Jack Dumsa
MOT, OTR/L
Jack was an occupational therapist in New York City with experience in inpatient rehabilitation, homecare, and acute care, with specialized certification in LSVT BIG for Parkinson's Disease. He was also the co-founder and operator of Direct Home Therapy, redefining the industry to provide high-quality home physical and occupational therapy in New York City. He now works as a Therapy Development Specialist at MicroTransponder to bring hope to stroke survivors suffering from long-term disabilities.