MicroTransponder is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 12118. This Distance Learning - Independent activity is offered at .1 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 AOTA approved continuing education class reviews efficacious evidence-based strategies that drive neuroplastic change resulting in improved upper limb functional recovery. The latest advances in vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) paired with rehabilitation therapy will be reviewed. Clinical considerations and criteria will be discussed along with detailed examples of the patient selection process and clinical and functional outcomes.
The online class is intended for medical professionals (e.g. OT/OTA, PT/PTA, Physicians, etc.) directly related to the rehabilitation of a patient or client. To participate in this CEU and receive credit, the participant must be a licensed, treating clinician. Completion of this course will reward the participant with .1 CEUs or 1 contact hours, following completion of the presentation and a ≥ 80% score on the quiz. You will have 90 days to complete this course.
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Presentation Manual and References
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About this course
- 1 Contact Hour / .1 CEUs
- Online Self-Study Course
- Speaker Video and Slide Content
Learning Outcomes
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Recall how learned non-use and compensatory treatment can impact functional recovery following stroke.
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Identify what treatments are considered beneficial when attempting to drive neuroplasticity following stroke.
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Recognize the clinical and functional criteria required for patients to be deemed appropriate to receive electrical nerve stimulation therapy.
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List 3 ways occupational therapists can incorporate paired vagus nerve stimulation during ADL tasks
Instructor(s)
Amanda Saylor
OTR/L, CNS, CBIS
Amanda is an occupational therapist with 7 years working in outpatient neurological rehab; she is a certified brain injury specialist, a certified neurological specialist and certified in LSVT BIG. Amanda is the Lead OT for AdventHealth's outpatient neurological clinics across central Florida where she is able to train and educate her team on evidence-based practices for their diverse patient population. She led the development of the Vivistim Therapy Rehab program across 11 of AdventHealth's clinics and has personally worked with 10 Vivistim patients. Amanda's greatest passion is improving the functional use of a hemiplegic upper extremity post-stroke and she is excited to share her experience and build awareness of Vivistim as an option to maximize these individuals' potential.