This intermediate to advanced level course focused on “Brain to Hand: Progressive approaches to pain, impairment, and function” and offers participants the opportunity to explore the following topics:

• Hand, brain, and surgery
• Exploiting neuroplasticity to enhance prehensile skill
• Cadaveric dissection, wrist ligaments, and nerve injury/transfer
• The brain and the wrist: evidence for practice
• Assessing the wrist: what about proprioception?
• Mirror therapy and graded motor imagery: training the brain
• Proprioceptive re-education of non-surgical and post-surgical wrist instability
• The use of tape to enhance proprioception in the upper extremity
• Pain is in the brain – the neurophysiology of understanding and treating pain based on the mechanisms of pain
• Coping with chronic pain
• Rehabilitative strategies for treating persisting pain including complex regional pain syndrome
• Strengthening the efficacy of neuro-rehabilitation intervention
• The hand and brain connection

Experts in upper extremity treatment provide a comprehensive exploration of critical elements of upper extremity orthopedics.Topics Include:

• Stability and mobility following digital fractures
• Prehension and expectations for thumb injuries
• Complexities and complications of distal radius fractures
• Therapy and rehabilitation following wrist, elbow and
  shoulder fractures
• Evaluation and treatment strategies for the cervical spine.
• A cadaveric presentation demonstrates anatomy and the
  techniques used for managing orthopedic injuries with
  unparalleled clarity.

Do you remember the cords of the brachial plexus? Can you still differentiate the brachioradialis from the extensor carpi radialis longus? If these structures sound familiar but you can’t quite put your finger on them, this course is for you. Using a fresh frozen cadaver specimen, faculty will complete dissection and lead you through the vital anatomy of the upper extremity, from the glenohumeral joint all the way to the DIPs. Functional relationships and common conditions of the upper extremity will also be reviewed.

Rebecca Neiduski, PhD, OTR/L, CHT, received her Master’s in Occupational Therapy from Washington University and a PhD in Education from Saint Louis University. After 15 years of practice and teaching in St. Louis, Dr. Neiduski now serves as the Occupational Therapy Department Chair at Concordia University Wisconsin. She was elected to the board of directors of the American Association of Hand Surgery and has served as both the Research Division Director and Annual Meeting Program Chair for the American Society of Hand Therapists. She has been teaching gross anatomy with cadaver dissection for the past 18 years.

This encore webcast provides evidence based state-of-the-art scientific sessions outlining the latest advances in the diagnoses and treatment of upper extremity instability.

Topics Include:

1. Evaluation and Treatment of Thumb Instability
2. Therapist’s Management of Thumb Instability
3. Understanding Wrist Instability Patterns: Scapholunate (SL), Lunotriquetral (LT), Midcarpal Instability, and Distal Radioulnar Joint (DRUJ)
4. Clinical Testing for Stability of the Wrist: SL, LT, Midcarpal Joint (MCJ) and DRUJ
5. Current Research on Improving our Understanding of SL Issues and the Dart-Thrower’s Motion
6. Panel Discussion and Questions
7. Surgeon’s Management of SL and DRUJ Instability
8. Post-Operative Considerations with Therapy
9. Conservative Management of SL Issues with Proprioceptive Training
10. Anatomy of the Elbow: Understanding the Key Ligamentous Structures of the Elbow
11. Therapist’s Management of Medial and Lateral Elbow Instability
12. Physician’s Management of Shoulder Instability
13. Therapist’s Management of Shoulder Instability: Conservative Management and Post-Operative Considerations
14. Panel Discussion and Questions

• Emily Altman, PT, DPT, CHT, OCS, CLT, WCC
• Megan Bjella, MS, OTR/L, RYT-200
• David Meister, MD
• Theresa Parry, OTR, CHT, COMT
• Ann Porretto-Loehrke, PT, DPT, CHT, COMT, CMTPTA
• David Ross, MD
• Cynthia Watkins, PT, DPT, CHT
• Aviva Wolff, EdD, OTR, CHT
• Brian Zafonte, MD, PhD, FAAOS
• Maria Zanoni, PT

Do you ever feel like your patients are stuck in a revolving door and can’t move forward? Those unstable wrists, thumbs that are out of balance, and tendons that just won’t glide? This course is designed to explore the difficult conditions that just keep coming back: from caphoid nonunion advanced collapse wrists (SNAC) to adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulders) and a lot of evidence-informed assessment and intervention in between. Highly experienced surgeons and therapists will share their strategies complemented by cadaver dissections.

Evidence-based presentations targeting medical interventions for wrist and hand injuries, holistic patient needs and pre and post-operative outcomes. Experienced surgeons and therapists will share their treatment strategies complemented by cadaver dissections and question and answer sessions.

Topics Include:

1. Kinesiologic Overview of the Wrist
2. Tendinopathy of the Hand and Wrist
3. Digging Deeper with Tendon Pathology at the Wrist:
   Is it Just a Tendon Issue?
4. Cadaveric Dissection: Wrist
5. Q&A Panel: The Wrap
6. Anatomy and Biomechanics of Brachial Plexus and
   Thoracic Outlet
7. Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: Surgical Procedures
8. Gain an Overview of How to Conservatively Manage Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS)
9. Brachial Plexus Surgery, Therapy and Case Studies
10. Surgical Management of Nerve and Free Muscle
    Transfers in the Upper Extremity
11. Cadaveric Dissection: Nerve Versus Muscle Transfers

• Curtis A. Crimmins, MD
• George B. Haasler, MD, FACS
• Krista Kienitz, OTR, CHT, CLT
• Rebecca Neiduski, PhD, OTR/L, CHT
• Donald A. Neumann, PT, PhD, FAPTA
• Theresa Parry, OTR, COMT
• Ann Porretto-Loehrke, PT, DPT, CHT, COMT, CMTPT
• Neil Salyapongse, MD
• Amy Turner, OTR, CHT
• Kirk Turner, OTR, CHT
• Renata V. Weber, MD

The peripheral nervous system (PNS) allows us to participate in the World around us. The PNS informs us of changes in the environment, powers our muscles, allows proprioception, and protects and prepares the skin for activity. When peripheral nerves malfunction, the human’s ability to control their upper limb and participate in their chosen roles is significantly reduced. This course will advance your knowledge of anatomy and physiology, function, regeneration and rehabilitation of peripheral nerve injuries.

Nicole A. Bolwerk, MS, OTR, CHT, graduated from UW-Milwaukee with a Masters in Occupational Therapy (OT) in 2011 and has since dedicated her career to advances in hand therapy. She began teaching with the UW-Milwaukee School of Continuing Education shortly after graduation and has since increased her involvement in academia, teaching the Hand and Upper Extremity Rehab and Biomechanics courses in the OT department. Nicole has experience in a variety of clinical settings including ergonomics, various levels of inpatient rehab and outpatient hand therapy. She currently works at the Veterans’ Affairs (VA) Hospital. She is also the President of Wisconsin Hand Therapy Association (WISHTA). She is very passionate about hand therapy, research, knowledge sharing and networking.

This course is an introductory course that will provide insight into typical gait patterns, impairments and abnormal movements associated with neurological injury. The course will cover normal/abnormal gait, postural control, and upper extremity/trunk and lower limb interplay related to gait. Lecture, lab, task analysis, problem-solving, and experiential learning will help participants improve their problem solving and handling skills for treating neurological gait.

Gail McGaughy, PT, C/NDT, CLT, has specialized in adult neuro rehab since receiving her master’s degree in physical therapy from St. Ambrose University in 1998. Gail spent two years at Genesis Medical Center in Davenport, Iowa, in inpatient rehab and hospital-based transitional skilled care, followed by 10 years at Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with a strict focus on inpatient rehabilitation. Gail returned to Genesis Medical Center for two years and finally landed at On With Life, Outpatient Neuro Rehab in Ankeny, Iowa. Gail was certified in NDT for adult hemiplegia in 2002, followed by NDT advanced gait in 2004. Gail has taught various courses on Gait and Treatment of Stroke in Wisconsin. Gail was certified in lymphatic treatment in 2009 and LSVT BIG for Parkinson’s in 2011

This course will review the clinical presentation of shoulder instability with a discussion of the different classifications of this pathology, both post-operative and non-operative. The course will also review the mechanics of the glenohumeral complex with a summary of scapular dyskinesis. In the absence of direct trauma, this can be the either the cause of shoulder pathology or the result of shoulder instability. Treatment and rehabilitation strategies will be discussed primarily for non-operative cases. Finally clinical cases will be reviewed to demonstrate the significance of treating the entire shoulder girdle as part of a complete rehabilitation program.

Maria Zanoni, PT has over 30 years’ experience working in orthopedic settings, the last 21 in private practice. Maria received her Physical Therapy degree from Marquette University and a Masters in Exercise Science from Seattle Pacific University. She completed a manual therapy residency with the Ola Grimsby Institute followed by a Masters of Orthopedic Manual Therapy from the University of Utah. She is an adjunct clinical instructor at Marquette University in both the Biomedical Science and Physical Therapy Departments.

Diagnosing and treating thoracic and rib pain can be challenging and frustrating. Due to the complex nature of the thoracic region, finding the root cause of mid back pain is often difficult. This course intends to simplify evaluation and treatment for the most common thoracic and rib dysfunctions from a manual therapy perspective. This is a hands-on course that is meant to impart a streamlined approach for care of the mid back that can be applied to both acute and chronic conditions. Manual techniques that will be covered in this course include muscle energy, mobilization, articulation, and manipulations. A brief overview of therapeutic exercises for the thoracic spine with be covered to ensure long term success of manual treatments. It is intended that each course attendee be able to immediately utilize the covered techniques to improve their clinical efficiency.

Ted German, PT, AAS, BA, DPT, CIMT, CPRS, has over 18 years of experience in outpatient orthopedic physical therapy and has taught dozens of manual therapy courses all over the country. He currently works at Group Health Cooperative in Madison, WI as a spine specialist. He also works in the Urgent Care Physical Therapy department at GHC and is currently developing an Acute Low Back Pain program. Dr. German’s education includes a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from St. Catherine University, Minneapolis, MN; a Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology from Concordia University, St. Paul, MN; and an Associate of Applied Science in Physical Therapy from Lourdes College, Sylvania, OH. He is a Certified Integrated Manual Therapist and a Certified Pilates Rehabilitation Specialist. He is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association’s Orthopedic Section. Dr. German’s other significant teaching experiences include guest lectures on “Pilates for Rehabilitation” for St. Catherine University’s Orthopedics Department and “Risk Factors for Patellofemoral Pain Among Females” at the APTA’s Combined Sections Meeting.

Upper Extremity PNF course will review the basic principles utilized in PNF in a functional manner. The class will review the basic extremity patterns and scapular patterns and enhance the student’s knowledge of activities, patterns and techniques of PNF. There will be simulated patient scenarios for both the treatment of neurologic and orthopedic dysfunction, as well as functional outcomes. The course will be both a lecture and lab setting.

Ann Briscoe PT , graduated from Marquette University in 1985 with an interest in the rehabilitation of the neurologically involved patient. In 1989 she completed an intensive 3 month post-graduate PNF studies at the Kaiser Foundation Rehabilitation Center in Vallejo California. Also completed graduate studies at Finch University of Health Sciences at Chicago Medical School [now Roselind Franklin University of Medicine and Science] in North Chicago Illinois. Ann was past Teacher/ACCE at Gateway Technical in the PTA program. Currently presents PNF in lecture /lab format at Marquette University since 1993 and at Carroll University since 2000. She has also taught PNF in Ohio and Arizona to both PTs and OTs. She is currently the Director of Rehabilitation Services at Aurora St. Luke’s South Shore.

Following an injury, orthopedic surgery or trauma the consequences of longstanding edema are well known. The consequences include: persistent pain, delayed wound healing and the development of fibrotic scar tissue that can restrict motion and impact overall return to function for the patient. Therapists often struggle in helping patients with edema management, despite their best efforts with interventions such as rest, ice, compression and elevation.
The lymphatic system plays a crucial role in fluid homeostasis, yet this role has been greatly overlooked. Following an injury, trauma, or orthopedic surgery, persistent edema is often the result of an overloaded lymphatic system. Knowing how to stimulate the lymphatic system to quickly reduce edema can make all the difference to patients for pain reduction, increasing ROM, and return to function. The purpose of this course is to teach the therapist the lymphatic decongestion method of Manual Edema Mobilization (MEM). MEM is a specific treatment method with evidence-based rationale designed to reduce sub-acute and chronic edema. Lecture and hands-on labs will be used to learn the tenets and demonstrate the 5 Key Components of the method. Problem-solving through case study presentations will help participants apply MEM to manage sub-acute and chronic edema as seen in their specific patient populations. This method is not applicable for primary lymphedema or post cancer lymphedema treatment. This 2 day course covers UE and LE, including specific hand, finger, foot and toe management, and allows more time for bandaging compression instruction

Sandra Heald Sublett, PT, DPT, OCS, CLT, has practiced physical therapy in a variety of settings in 3 states since 1986 and is a senior clinician and program development lead at an orthopedic and sports PT private practice in the Cedar Rapids, Iowa area. She received her BS in PT from The University of Texas – Southwestern Medical Center, and transitional DPT from St. Ambrose University (Iowa) in 2008. In addition to her Orthopedic Clinical Specialist in Physical Therapy certification (2009) and being a Certified Lymphedema Therapist (2005), she has passed competencies in vestibular rehabilitation, and held NDT certification. Past teaching experience includes an adjunct faculty position at Clarke University (Dubuque, IA), teaching continuing education courses through the Iowa Physical Therapy Association, serving as a consultant for total contact casting at a wound care center, and community lecturer on multiple topics related to PT. She is a member of the APTA and Orthopedic Section, National Osteoporosis Foundation, and VEDA (Vestibular Disorders Association. Sandy’s special interests range from lower extremity biomechanics to balance and vestibular rehabilitation, but intertwined with these and everything between is a strong reliance on edema management to optimize outcomes. Dr. Sublett looks forward to sharing treatment techniques that will change how clinicians view their abilities to enhance healing and recovery as well as maximize outcomes.

Upon completion of this six day, 62 hour introductory course, participants will be awarded applicable CE hours and full certification as a lymphedema therapist, (CLT). This course combines various European lymphedema and soft tissue mobilization techniques, integrated with practical clinical oriented treatment techniques to achieve outcomes in the managed care market. The course awards 62 hours (6.2 CEUs). An additional 18 hours (1.8 CEUs) may be earned with coursework completed at home.

Mike Bond, MS, PT, CLT, CIDN, has been a physical therapist since 1997. He graduated from University of the Pacific (UOP) and has a background in headache pain management, manual therapy, soft tissue mobilization, myofascial release (MFR), and Kinesio Taping in addition to many years’ experience as a treating lymphedema therapist in a variety of settings. He is currently the director of therapy services for a large home health and hospice agency. In addition to treating patients, he supervises the work of numerous staff that have been trained in various lymphedema certification programs. Having a background as a therapist he has in-depth knowledge of the anatomy and physiology related to numerous disorders and how they can interact with and impact the lymphedema client. He also understands the perspective of many who attend this program due to his experience in a variety of practice settings. He is very active in treating, consulting, and teaching about lymphedema wherever and whenever he finds a place for it. He joined the staff at UW-Milwaukee in November 2012 teaching the Comprehensive Lymphedema and Venous Edema Management course and Lymphedema II: The Next Level and Lymphedema: Module III. He is invested in this education due to both personal and professional reasons.

Treating patients with chronic pain is one of the most challenging problems we therapists face. Most manual treatments for these patients are limited and focus on the musculoskeletal aspect of the chronic pain while ignoring the myofascial component and its relationship with the nervous system. Such a one-sided approach provides only temporary relief, and as a result, patients cycle through our clinics, frustrating both themselves and the therapist. We can do better!
Treating chronic pain has many facets, requiring a multidimensional approach. For successful therapy, we must understand:
1. How every structure in the body is connected to the whole via the fascial system, and how the health of one body region will affect another region
2. How manual therapy addresses the myofascial restrictions
3. How our touch and the patient’s nervous system interact with each other
4. How perception of touch influences the treatment process
5. How to facilitate movement in order to re-educate the body into pain-free movement.
This class is designed for therapists who are new to the John F. Barnes Myofascial Release Approach (MFR), who may or may not have some experience with treating the chronic pain population. We will be learning a multidimensional treatment approach combining specific soft-tissue mobilization and deep-tissue release techniques while expanding our repertoire of perception and palpation skills to recognize the hidden complexities of chronic pain. We will then use therapeutic exercises to integrate restored mobility.
Through hands-on lab sessions you will learn:
1. MFR techniques
2. Centering and grounding skills, Expanded awareness and palpation skills
3. The recognition of myofascial strain patterns unique to each patient with chronic pain
4. How to design home programs unique to the individual patient.
As you improve your skill set and develop increasing confidence in your ability to work with patients with chronic pain, your patients will be transformed . . . as will you.

Primary Instructor: Michele Rozansky, PT, owner of Orlanu Therapies – The Myofascial Release Center of Milwaukee, SC, is a graduate of UW-Madison. In 2008, Michele began teaching at UWM.
“My purpose, and my passion, is teaching these skills to other therapists, knowing I will touch so many more patients in need.”
Michele is certified in Neurodevelopmental Treatment for children, has advanced training in Myofascial Release, Craniosacral Therapy, and Rebirthing for children and adults. Therapeutic horseback riding, Exercise based on the Pilates method, and women’s health challenges are some of her unique treatment interests.
Michele has facilitated personal growth workshops for women and has been an assistant instructor for Boehme Workshops and for John F. Barnes, PT. At Orlanu Therapies, Michele provides whole- body treatments for individuals with chronic pain and neurological challenges, and guidance in discovering their own inherent healing abilities. Her expertise has evolved into a specialty working with patients who live with cumulative trauma.Co-Instructor: Anne M. Becker, OTR, is owner of Touchpoint to Function, LLC, where she treats both children and adults. She also works at Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, and with children with chronic and acute pain issues in the outpatient setting.
She is a graduate of UW-Milwaukee and has advanced training in Craniosacral Therapy, Myofascial Release, and in Neurodevelopmental Treatment for children and adults. Anne utilizes Neurodevelopmental and Pilates-based exercise to support her manual therapies work. She has been a teaching assistant for Upledger Craniosacral Therapy workshops.
Anne provides whole-body treatment for a variety of diagnoses, working with premature infants to the elderly. She combines MFR and CST to increase patients’ body awareness, discover their own inherent healing qualities, and discover improved ways of movement for developmental progression and/or reduction in pain issues.
Her passion is discovering with her patients the significant myofascial strain patterns existing within their bodies and then together releasing those patterns while strengthening new and freer patterns of movement.

This introductory course will describe clinical presentation of extrinsic vs intrinsic tightness and will facilitate the clinician to determine appropriate treatment plan and intervention techniques to optimize patient outcomes.

Lindsey Angst, MS, OTR/L, CLVT, is a practicing Occupational Therapist with a Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee. In 2012, she became a Certified Low Vision Therapist (CLVT) and developed a Low Vision Program at HSHS Prevea where she treats age-related eye conditions, along with concussion patients. Lindsey has been practicing for 9+ years as a hand therapist with her focus areas including custom orthosis fabrication, creating individualized treatment plans, application of evidence based treatment techniques and giving annual community educational presentations. Lindsey is a guest lecturer at UW-Milwaukee Occupational Therapy graduate program. Outside of her practice, Lindsey enjoys running, practicing yoga and spending time with her husband and two sons.

Clinical Aromatherapy is the therapeutic use and application of pure, plant-derived essential oils to promote healing of body, mind and spirit based upon an individuals’ needs and state of health. Intro to Clinical Aromatherapy examines the history, core concepts and clinical application methods of essential oils to promote healing. Participants will learn basic plant taxonomy and methods of extraction, basic chemistry and safety guidelines

Lisa Paull, OTR,CLT, MAEd,received her degree at Mount Mary College in 1996, and obtained her Masters’ degree in Adult and Continuing Education in 2005 from Carroll University. She has been an outpatient therapist certified in treatment of lymphedema of all etiologies since 1999, and currently specializes in the treatment of Breast Cancer patients. She has served as committee member and assisted in establishing Aurora Health Care’s Cancer Rehabilitation and Lymphedema Programs.

The breath is an integral focus in virtually all yoga traditions because of its profound physiological effect on healthy body mechanics. Now, research shows that yogic breathing techniques accelerate therapeutic gains for numerous conditions, such as back pain, scoliosis, tonal issues, temporal mandibular joint problems, pelvic floor issues, and numerous circulatory and respiratory disorders – not to mention their calming and refocusing effects on patients during therapy.
This one-day seminar provides all the tools you need to evaluate respiration effectively, while illustrating what your standard examinations – focused on range of motion, posture, and balance – have been missing. The yogic breathing exercises taught in this course are applicable to a wide variety of patients, and adaptations for various stages of healing from injury and surgical procedures are covered in detail. Discover a systems model approach to treatment that produces lasting results, and learn hands-on, how to teach your clients anywhere, anytime exercises and body awareness skills that will keep them happy, healthy, and out of the clinic.

Michelle Lindsey – Wehner, PT, MBA, CPT, Certified KRI Yoga Instructor, REIKI Practitioner Dr. Michelle Lindsey–Wehner’s educational preparation and certification includes a a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology at Indiana University; a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy at The Finch University of Health Sciences, Chicago Medical School, now known as Rosalind Franklin University; a Master of Business Administration in Health Care Management at the University of Phoenix; and her Doctorate in her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Rosalind Franklin University. She is also a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), KRI Yoga Instructor, a Level 3 Reiki Practitioner, and is certified in Tai massage and Dry Needling.
She is a licensed Physical Therapist in three states (Illinois, Arizona, and Colorado) and has over 20 years of experience. A member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) as well its Arizona Chapter, she owns Rising Star Therapy Specialists, LLC, in Phoenix where she specializes in treating pediatric and adult special needs clients.
Throughout her career, Ms. Lindsey has worked as a therapist in various settings, including orthopedics, skilled nursing services, home health, outpatient, and acute care. She has been a guest speaker at the National Spinal Cord Injury Association Conference, the American Physical Therapy Association, the American Recreational Therapy Association, and was the keynote speaker for Rehab Summit in 2009, 2010, and in 2013. She has delivered numerous in-service trainings to schools, day programs, group homes, and state-operated agencies on physical therapy and exercise for persons with disabilities.
She has won national recognition in many areas of fitness. She was a competitive gold medal figure skater, an elite marathon runner on the 1997 United States Maccabiah Open Track and Field Team, a triathlete, and a professional speed skater.
Ms. Lindsey views her clients as unique individuals with varied skills and abilities. She inspires them to extend beyond their best efforts by providing a comfortable, compassionate and respectful environment in which they thrive. Currently, Michelle travels across the United States speaking on four seminar topics:

• Integrating Neurotherapeutic and Sensory Techniques into Therapy for the Special Needs Client;
• A Systems Model Approach to Improving Function, Posture and Scoliosis –Flexibility and Function;
• Yoga Therapy: Achieving Greater Awareness and Understanding for Healing Our Clients and Ourselves;
• Therapeutic Breathing in Evidence Based Practice

Her first book, The Wellness Equation, offers hands-on-postures and exercises that promote healing at the crossroads of modern medicine and traditional yoga. The Metamorphic Gift: Easy, Simple Breathing and Postural Techniques to Transform Your Life is a great book for self-healing that integrates the body with breathing and postural exercises using understandable anatomy and physiology. For more information, please visit www.risingstartherapyspecialists.com/books.

Day one is designed to introduce participants to the science, assessment and application techniques of the Kinesio Taping® Method. Lecture tutorials of the history, science and theory of stimulus transmission through skin and resulting therapeutic benefit across efferent and afferent systems is reviewed. Corrections for Epidermis, Dermis, Fascia, Space, and Muscle in case study format are presented. Lecture and demonstration by the instructor, then participants perform the Manual Assessments and Movement Assessments. Discussion of the assessment flow charts to determine correct applications and general progression of treatment clinically.

Day two continues with instruction and demonstration of assessment and taping procedures for the Mechanical, Tendon, Ligament and Circulatory/Lymphatic Corrections in case study format. Time is allotted for questions and discussion of the assessment flow charts to determine correct applications and general progression of treatment clinically. At the conclusion of day two participants will receive 60-day access code to the KTAI database.

Day three focuses on advanced taping techniques and assessments are presented as Lecture Tutorials to introduce step by step applications for chronic edema, scar and fascial management, nerve taping as well as acute and chronic pain management. Participants will be offered ample lab time to practice each advanced technique guided by the Assessment Flowchart for clinical decision making. Case studies are presented for designing a clinically relevant application within a treatment program guided by the instructor. Case studies are then introduced for small groups of students to practice the variety of assessment techniques and advanced taping applications.

Ewa Jaraczewska, PT, CKTI, is Adult-NDT certified and a Certified TheraTogs Fitter. Currently, Ms. Jaraczewska is the manager of rehabilitation services at Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood, IL. She received her physical therapy degree from the Physical Therapy School in Warsaw, Poland and completed a three month internship at the Center for Children with Duchene muscular dystrophy in France. Following graduation, she worked as a staff physical therapist in the neurology clinic at the Medical School Hospital in Warsaw. After two years, Ms. Jaraczewska became a faculty member at the Physical Therapy School in Warsaw. Four years later, Ms. Jaraczewska moved to the United States where she worked in acute care at George Washington University and Georgetown University, Washington, DC, in inpatient rehabilitation at The Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, and in homecare at a private agency. Throughout her career, she has been involved in research and teaching. At George Washington University Hospital, Ms. Jaraczewska, was actively involved in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) research. At the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, she developed a multidisciplinary clinic for patients with Parkinson’s disease. She is a contributor and presenter for the annual Kinesio taping Symposium. Past presentations include Kinesio taping for stroke and Parkinson’s disease. She recently collaborated on the KT4 neuro manuscript with friend and colleague, Steven Hubert, PT and the Kinesio taping DVD for older adults. She has been a Certified Kinesio taping Instructor since 2003.

Day one is designed to introduce participants to the science, assessment and application techniques of the Kinesio Taping® Method. Lecture tutorials of the history, science and theory of stimulus transmission through skin and resulting therapeutic benefit across efferent and afferent systems is reviewed. Corrections for Epidermis, Dermis, Fascia, Space, and Muscle in case study format are presented. Lecture and demonstration by the instructor, then participants perform the Manual Assessments and Movement Assessments. Discussion of the assessment flow charts to determine correct applications and general progression of treatment clinically.

Day two continues with instruction and demonstration of assessment and taping procedures for the Mechanical, Tendon, Ligament and Circulatory/Lymphatic Corrections in case study format. Time is allotted for questions and discussion of the assessment flow charts to determine correct applications and general progression of treatment clinically. At the conclusion of day two participants will receive 60-day access code to the KTAI database.

Day three focuses on advanced taping techniques and assessments are presented as Lecture Tutorials to introduce step by step applications for chronic edema, scar and fascial management, nerve taping as well as acute and chronic pain management. Participants will be offered ample lab time to practice each advanced technique guided by the Assessment Flowchart for clinical decision making. Case studies are presented for designing a clinically relevant application within a treatment program guided by the instructor. Case studies are then introduced for small groups of students to practice the variety of assessment techniques and advanced taping applications.

Ewa Jaraczewska, PT, CKTI, is Adult-NDT certified and a Certified TheraTogs Fitter. Currently, Ms. Jaraczewska is the manager of rehabilitation services at Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood, IL. She received her physical therapy degree from the Physical Therapy School in Warsaw, Poland and completed a three month internship at the Center for Children with Duchene muscular dystrophy in France. Following graduation, she worked as a staff physical therapist in the neurology clinic at the Medical School Hospital in Warsaw. After two years, Ms. Jaraczewska became a faculty member at the Physical Therapy School in Warsaw. Four years later, Ms. Jaraczewska moved to the United States where she worked in acute care at George Washington University and Georgetown University, Washington, DC, in inpatient rehabilitation at The Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, and in homecare at a private agency. Throughout her career, she has been involved in research and teaching. At George Washington University Hospital, Ms. Jaraczewska, was actively involved in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) research. At the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, she developed a multidisciplinary clinic for patients with Parkinson’s disease. She is a contributor and presenter for the annual Kinesio taping Symposium. Past presentations include Kinesio taping for stroke and Parkinson’s disease. She recently collaborated on the KT4 neuro manuscript with friend and colleague, Steven Hubert, PT and the Kinesio taping DVD for older adults. She has been a Certified Kinesio taping Instructor since 2003.

Brain Injury resulting from trauma, stroke, anoxia or other neurological diseases can impact the visual system. Symptoms such as double vision, difficulty seeing, trouble tracking or using the eyes for near activities are common. More significant impairments including loss of visual field, inattention or visual processing disorders greatly impact independence, safety and quality of life.. This course will provide a review of the visual system and pathways with clinicians understanding basic neurological foundations underlying vision loss. Emphasis will be placed on being able to provide the vision screening necessary and using an evidenced based approach to develop a treatment plan to teach more effective compensatory strategies and basic vision therapy principles.

Brenda McGinley, OTR, CLVT, NDT and Jill Gebhard, MS, OT, CLVT
Brenda McGinley, OTR, CLVT, NDT, ITOT, trained has over 25 years’ experience working with the neurological population. She currently is a clinician at Aurora West Allis Medical Center with past experience in acute care, inpatient rehab, and outpatient neuro. She has presented at both WOTA, AOTA and assisted in lab courses at UWM. She received her certification in low vision from ACVREP in 2008 and assisted with the development of a low vision clinic, driver’s rehabilitation program and Parkinson’s BIG/Loud program at AWAMC. She is the Coordinator for the inpatient Concussion and Low Vision program.

Jill Gebhard, MS, OT, CLVT, has been an OT for 28 years currently practicing at Aurora Sinai Medical Center where her primary areas have been inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation focused on the neurological population. Special interest in stroke, dementia, Parkinson’s, Functional Neurological Disorder and visual deficits. Advanced training and certification as a low vision therapist through ACVREP, LSVT BIG for Parkinson’s and in the use of the Interactive Metronome. Assisted in developing driving, low vision and cognitive programs. She is an adjunct professor for Mount Mary University and Concordia University.

This course offers a brief review of the basic taping and assessment concepts learned in the first 2 day course. Advanced taping techniques and assessments are presented as Lecture Tutorials to introduce step by step applications for chronic edema, scar and fascial management, nerve taping as well as acute and chronic pain management. Participants will be offered ample lab time to practice each advanced technique guided by the Assessment Flowchart for clinical decision making. Case studies are presented for designing a clinically relevant application within a treatment program guided by the instructor. Case studies are then introduced for small groups of students to practice the variety of assessment techniques and advanced taping applications.
Each course participant will receive a Kinesio Taping product kit containing the following items; tote bag, pen, workbook, 1 roll of FP Tape, 1 roll of Classic Tape, 3 individual Fan Cuts.

Ewa Jaraczewska, PT, CKTI, is Adult-NDT certified and a Certified TheraTogs Fitter. Currently, Ms. Jaraczewska is the manager of rehabilitation services at Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood, IL. She received her physical therapy degree from the Physical Therapy School in Warsaw, Poland and completed a three month internship at the Center for Children with Duchene muscular dystrophy in France. Following graduation, she worked as a staff physical therapist in the neurology clinic at the Medical School Hospital in Warsaw. After two years, Ms. Jaraczewska became a faculty member at the Physical Therapy School in Warsaw. Four years later, Ms. Jaraczewska moved to the United States where she worked in acute care at George Washington University and Georgetown University, Washington, DC, in inpatient rehabilitation at The Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, and in homecare at a private agency. Throughout her career, she has been involved in research and teaching. At George Washington University Hospital, Ms. Jaraczewska, was actively involved in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) research. At the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, she developed a multidisciplinary clinic for patients with Parkinson’s disease. She is a contributor and presenter for the annual Kinesio taping Symposium. Past presentations include Kinesio taping for stroke and Parkinson’s disease. She recently collaborated on the KT4 neuro manuscript with friend and colleague, Steven Hubert, PT and the Kinesio taping DVD for older adults. She has been a Certified Kinesio taping Instructor since 2003.

The 20th Annual Wisconsin Hand Experience is sponsored by the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, College of Health Sciences Outreach Office. Conference attendees will see evidence based state-of-the-art scientific sessions and workshops outlining the continuum of care following traumatic injury of the upper extremity. View full agendahere

Jamie L. Bergner, OTD, OTR/L, CHT, COMT
Bethany Brooks, MOTR/L
Anthony LoGiudice, MD
Brett F. Michelotti, MD
Theresa Parry, OTR, CHT, COMT
Ann Porretto-Loehrke, PT, DPT, CHT, COMT, CMTPT
Victoria Johnsen Ralph, MPPA, OTR/L, CLT-LANA
Karen London Reindl, OTR, CHT
Andrew Starsky, BSEE, MPT, PhD
Greg P. Watchmaker, MD
Sunniva Zaratkiewicz, PhD, RN, CWCN

Patients with shoulder complex pain provide clinicians with several challenges in attempting to identify the nature of the patient’s symptoms and determine an appropriate course of treatment. This hands-on course will integrate current evidence of how information from the physical therapy examination is used to enhance clinical decision making for the integration of manual therapy interventions (joint and soft tissue mobilizations) for the shoulder complex. Extensive laboratory sessions will be offered to develop the clinician’s skills in assessing shoulder dysfunction, performing a variety of manual therapy skills, and prescribing appropriate follow-up therapeutic exercises. Ideas for patient education will be presented to facilitate the manual therapy techniques.

Dr. Paul Reuteman PT, DPT, MHS, OCS, ATC is a Clinical Professor in the Program of Physical Therapy at the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse. His primary teaching responsibilities include musculoskeletal examination and intervention, clinical-decision making principles and clinical radiology. He maintains an active clinical practice at Riverside Corporate Wellness in La Crosse, WI. Dr. Reuteman is a board-certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist from the ABPTS and is a board-certified Athletic Trainer from the NATA. Dr. Reuteman is the co-founder of Specialized Physical Therapy Education and serves as Faculty and a Lead Instructor of their Orthopedic Residency Program. In 2017, he was voted the Physical Therapist of the Year in the La Crosse area. He was also recently honored by his alma mater, Marquette University, by receiving the Distinguished Alumnus Award in the Health Sciences.

This course will provide the participant with intermediate level education on the evaluation and treatment of patients with dizziness and balance problems. Using a case study approach, it will utilize the latest research in the field to update the participant’s knowledge on how to provide the most appropriate and evidence based treatment for patients with vestibular dysfunction. Time will be spent discussing difficult or challenging patients that you have worked with, so please bring a brief synopsis of a challenging patient that you would like to discuss during the problem solving session.

Alexia Miles, MPT and Jennifer Roth, MSPT
Alexia Miles, MPT, received her Master’s in Physical Therapy from Marquette University in 2004 and received her certificate of competency in vestibular rehabilitation through the Herdman Competency Course at Emory University in 2008. Since May 2008, Lexi has directed the vestibular rehabilitation program in the ENT Department at Froedtert Hospital and the Medical College of Wisconsin. Her clinical practice focuses on the evaluation and treatment of adolescents, adults and older adults with dizziness and balance problems. She has been an invited speaker on the topic of evaluation and management of dizziness for various community and medical organizations and universities throughout the state. She serves as the vice chair of the Vestibular Rehabilitation Special Interest Group of the APTA.

Jennifer Roth, MSPT, received a Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse in 1999. Jenny has worked at Froedtert Hospital since 2002, initially working in the inpatient rehab department, treating patients with a variety of neurological disorders. She joined the vestibular rehabilitation program in the ENT Department at Froedtert and the Medical College of Wisconsin in 2012. Jenny received her certificate of competency in vestibular rehab after completing the Herdman Vestibular Rehabilitation Competency-Based Course at Emory University in 2013.

This is a hands on course that will teach how to evaluate and treat an overhead athlete’s shoulder. This course with teach the participants to use manual therapy techniques to affectively address limitations in the shoulder complex. This course will discuss and train participants in effective exercises that can be used to progress the patient to their return to sport.

John Cain, OTR, CHT, COMT, CLT,graduated from the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee in 2001. He became a Certified Leduc Trained Lymphedema Therapist in 2004, a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) in 2007 and earned his Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist (COMT) in 2010. Currently, John works at the Aurora Health Care in South Milwaukee where he specializes in upper extremity orthopedic injuries and lymphedema patients. Since 2010 John has been an assistant instructor for the IAOM UE Track.

Concussion is a high priority public health initiative, due to high prevalence and potentially serious long-term consequences that may arise from incomplete recovery and improper management. Concussion often results in a multitude of symptoms. Approximately 20% of patients with concussion may not experience a quick recovery, resulting in significant disruption to the performance of work, school and life roles. This course will review the current information with respect to pathophysiology, epidemiology and biomechanics of concussion, along with pertinent information regarding diagnosis and negative outcome following this injury. A proposed framework for classification following concussion will also be reviewed, along with appropriate screening techniques and potential management strategies to influence the course of recovery following concussion.

Paul G. Vidal, PT, MHSc, DPT. OCS, FAAOMPT is the owner of Specialized Physical Therapy, LLC. He is a graduate of the University of Sciences in Philadelphia and the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences where he earned his doctorate in physical therapy. Dr. Vidal is a board certified orthopaedic clinical specialist through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties and is a Fellow in the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists. He earned his Herdman certificate of achievement in vestibular rehabilitation through Emory University School of Medicine. Dr. Vidal has published several peer-review articles and abstracts on the topic of dizziness and concussion. He combines his knowledge of orthopaedics and vestibular rehabilitation to successfully treat individuals with post-concussion symptoms and facilitate their recovery.

This course will provide a review of the pathophysiology for COPD and CHF. It will provide an overview of risk factors and assessment techniques to assist in identification of them. The course will include the common medications prescribed to treat COPD and CHF as well as the common adverse side effects. Guideline for prescribing a treatment program are essential for prevention of exacerbations and will be incorporated into the course. The course will also include energy conservation technique to enhance patient’s quality of life and ease of completing ADLs/IADLs.

Virginia Bowen, PT, COS-C has 25 years’ experience in homecare. She received her BS-Physical therapy degree from University of Wisconsin in 1987 and is currently pursuing her t-DPT at College of St Scholastica. Her current role, she develops and teaches the curriculum for onboarding therapists. She also develops/presents education to enhance current therapy staff’s knowledge in assessment and treatment of the geriatric population. Her clinical background includes: acute care, rehabilitation and home care with a primary focus on Chronic Heart Failure, COPD, and geriatrics in home care. She has worked in Colorado, Tennessee and Wisconsin. Virginia has received the CEO Impact award in 2017 and 2018 for development of education for therapists in homecare.

The special needs client often presents a unique set of challenges for therapists, other professionals and caregivers. The coexistence of multiple disabilities, including impaired mobility; sensory dysfunction; limited range of motion; and compromised coordination, strength and tone, calls for a paradigm shift in assessment and treatment of these individuals. It is important for therapists to utilize a multilateral approach to evaluation and treatment, thinking beyond traditional protocol and integrating the most effective techniques from different models in order to help individuals with disabilities achieve the greatest functional outcomes—physically, emotionally and socially.
Participants in this one-day seminar will acquire practical strategies for assessment and treatment of clients with special needs, from both the neurological and sensory perspectives to form a systems model approach. You will examine therapeutic techniques to improve tone, balance, coordination, strength, range of motion and focus, and you will learn multilateral observation methods to help write appropriate goals for a better overall evaluation and assessment. Home and classroom exercise programs will be outlined to help foster continued progress. These skills can be used immediately to help clients with special needs experience greater function, independence and improved self-esteem that will allow them to succeed in a variety of environments.

Michelle Lindsey – Wehner, PT, MBA, CPT, Certified KRI Yoga Instructor, REIKI Practitioner Dr. Michelle Lindsey–Wehner’s educational preparation and certification includes a a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology at Indiana University; a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy at The Finch University of Health Sciences, Chicago Medical School, now known as Rosalind Franklin University; a Master of Business Administration in Health Care Management at the University of Phoenix; and her Doctorate in her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Rosalind Franklin University. She is also a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), KRI Yoga Instructor, a Level 3 Reiki Practitioner, and is certified in Tai massage and Dry Needling.
She is a licensed Physical Therapist in three states (Illinois, Arizona, and Colorado) and has over 20 years of experience. A member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) as well its Arizona Chapter, she owns Rising Star Therapy Specialists, LLC, in Phoenix where she specializes in treating pediatric and adult special needs clients.
Throughout her career, Ms. Lindsey has worked as a therapist in various settings, including orthopedics, skilled nursing services, home health, outpatient, and acute care. She has been a guest speaker at the National Spinal Cord Injury Association Conference, the American Physical Therapy Association, the American Recreational Therapy Association, and was the keynote speaker for Rehab Summit in 2009, 2010, and in 2013. She has delivered numerous in-service trainings to schools, day programs, group homes, and state-operated agencies on physical therapy and exercise for persons with disabilities.
She has won national recognition in many areas of fitness. She was a competitive gold medal figure skater, an elite marathon runner on the 1997 United States Maccabiah Open Track and Field Team, a triathlete, and a professional speed skater.
Ms. Lindsey views her clients as unique individuals with varied skills and abilities. She inspires them to extend beyond their best efforts by providing a comfortable, compassionate and respectful environment in which they thrive. Currently, Michelle travels across the United States speaking on four seminar topics:

• Integrating Neurotherapeutic and Sensory Techniques into Therapy for the Special Needs Client;
• A Systems Model Approach to Improving Function, Posture and Scoliosis –Flexibility and Function;
• Yoga Therapy: Achieving Greater Awareness and Understanding for Healing Our Clients and Ourselves;
• Therapeutic Breathing in Evidence Based Practice

Her first book, The Wellness Equation, offers hands-on-postures and exercises that promote healing at the crossroads of modern medicine and traditional yoga. The Metamorphic Gift: Easy, Simple Breathing and Postural Techniques to Transform Your Life is a great book for self-healing that integrates the body with breathing and postural exercises using understandable anatomy and physiology. For more information, please visit www.risingstartherapyspecialists.com/books.

Upon completion of this six day, 62 hour introductory course, participants will be awarded applicable CE hours and full certification as a lymphedema therapist, (CLT). This course combines various European lymphedema and soft tissue mobilization techniques, integrated with practical clinical oriented treatment techniques to achieve outcomes in the managed care market. The course awards 62 hours (6.2 CEUs). An additional 18 hours (1.8 CEUs) may be earned with coursework completed at home.

Mike Bond, MS, PT, CLT, CIDN, has been a physical therapist since 1997. He graduated from University of the Pacific (UOP) and has a background in headache pain management, manual therapy, soft tissue mobilization, myofascial release (MFR), and Kinesio Taping in addition to many years’ experience as a treating lymphedema therapist in a variety of settings. He is currently the director of therapy services for a large home health and hospice agency. In addition to treating patients, he supervises the work of numerous staff that have been trained in various lymphedema certification programs. Having a background as a therapist he has in-depth knowledge of the anatomy and physiology related to numerous disorders and how they can interact with and impact the lymphedema client. He also understands the perspective of many who attend this program due to his experience in a variety of practice settings. He is very active in treating, consulting, and teaching about lymphedema wherever and whenever he finds a place for it. He joined the staff at UWM in November 2012 teaching the Comprehensive Lymphedema and Venous Edema Management course and Lymphedema II: The Next Level. He is invested in this education due to both personal and professional reasons.

“There is no health without brain health”. This statement comes from the XXIII World Congress of Neurology. Yet, each year, approximately 795,000 people in the Unites States experience a new or recurrent stroke. Stroke becomes a leading cause of serious long-term disability in the United States. Stroke-related costs are projected to more than double by 2035. There is an urgent necessity to continue developing efficient and cost-effective treatment strategies to address impairments associated with stroke. This two-day course will guide the participants through various treatment ideas for management of stroke which can be implemented in various setting including acute care, outpatient, and home care settings. Evidence based practice will be highlighted and instructor’s own experience will emphasize the impact of proper positioning, breathing exercises, modalities, and orthoses on patient’s recovery after the stroke. Participants will leave with the knowledge to produce evidence-based outcomes and interventions that will improve therapeutic outcomes while working with patients post stroke.

Ewa Jaraczewska, PT, CKTI, C/NDT, has over 30 years of experience in multiple settings, including acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient clinic and home care, treating children and adults with neurological disorders. She is a clinical instructor, researcher, and lecturer. She has completed an internship at the Center for Children with Duchenne Dystrophy in France. Ewa has developed a multidisciplinary clinic for patients with Parkinson’s disease. As a Certified Kinesio Taping Instructor she is a regular contributor to the Kinesiotaping University as a presenter during the Kinesio Taping Symposiums and as an instructor for Kinesio Taping courses nationally and internationally. Her past contributions included presentations on Kinesio Taping Method in Stroke and Kinesio Taping Method in Parkinson’s disease. She co-wrote KT4 Neuro manuscript. Ms. Jaraczewska has co-authored articles and abstracts published in peer-reviewed journals including Topics in Stroke Rehabilitation, Rehab Management, and Family Medicine & Primary Care Review. She received her degree as a physical therapist from the Academy of Physical Education, Physical Therapy School in Warsaw, Poland. She is currently pursuing a PhD in Health Care.

“This course will define temporomandibular disorders (TMD) related to diagnosis and conservative interventions. The history of TMD and its medical management will be provided. Major types of TMD as defined by “Diagnostic Criteria for TMD”, or DC/TMD will be examined. Relevant anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and biomechanics of the TMJ related to enabling a thorough clinical examination will be reviewed. Examination processes including basic clinical examinations, special tests, imaging, and differential diagnoses will be detailed. This will assist clinicians to better recognize and treat the primary variations of TMD. Options for conservative management will be provided with specific attention to manual interventions. The necessity of a multidisciplinary approach to treatment will be presented. This multidisciplinary approach will include the dental and biopsychosocial aspects that frequently accompany TMD.

Eric Cedor, BA, DPT, ScD, COMT, graduated from Louisiana State University’s School of Allied Health with a master’s degree in physical therapy in 2006. He went on to acquire a doctorate in physical therapy from the University of Mississippi. Eric achieved certification in manual therapy of the spine through IAOM-US in conjunction with his acquisition of a doctorate of science degree through the Health Sciences Center at Texas Tech University. He currently maintains an extensive outpatient practice while serving as director at an orthopedic physical therapy clinic in Covington, Louisiana. Eric frequently lectures at both the physical therapy and dental schools within the LSU educational system.

In this two-day, hands-on seminar, you will learn to recognize injury patterns based on the mechanism of injury and the age of the patient to perform age-appropriate responses. Learn to distinguish between acute and chronic injuries to determine how chronic conditions may influence acute response to treatment. Evaluation and treatment decisions based on specific injuries including common fracture patterns of the upper and lower extremities, traumatic brain injury, axial skeleton injuries, and burns will be presented. Finally, determine your specific role in discharge planning to potentially reduce the risk of patient readmission.

STEVE RANKIN, OTR, has 20 years of experience as an acute care Occupational Therapist in an Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Trauma, and Regional Burn Center. He has insight into the plight of the injured worker, having left a prior career in construction due to injury. After years of continuing education in specific content areas (shoulder, elbow, hand, TBI, burns, orthopedics) but never finding a comprehensive trauma course, he designed and teaches one himself. He has trained Physical and Occupational Therapy staff, Speech-Language Pathologists, Nurse Practitioners, and Medical Doctors. He is a regular guest lecturer at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and has presented a version of this course as an AOTA pre-conference institute and as a WOTA one day seminar. Mr. Rankin has written patient and family education materials and regularly presents to students contemplating careers in health care through high school and college programs.

Expand your treatment approach to provide more complete and efficient patient care. Integrating yoga into rehabilitation is effective treatment, especially for those patients who don’t fall into the traditional treatment pathways. Evidence for the use of mind-body exercise will be presented. Practical application of the yoga techniques will be supported by specific case examples. In addition to learning new skills to improve your patient outcomes, you may be pleasantly surprised by the effects of yoga practice on your own aches and pains!
Day One: Upper Quarter
You will learn the basics of therapeutic yoga which can be immediately integrated into your current practice to address neck, shoulder girdle, and upper extremity dysfunction. This lab-based continuing education course includes yoga breathing techniques and yoga pose progressions, with manual cues and partner work incorporated throughout. This course will emphasize postural reeducation of the neck and shoulder girdle, scapular stabilization, and thoracic spine and rib mobility. These techniques will be particularly useful for addressing neck pain and radicular symptoms, scapulothoracic pain, shoulder impingement, thoracic outlet syndrome, and overuse injuries of the elbow/wrist/hand.
Day Two: Hip and Pelvis Dysfunction
You will learn the basics of therapeutic yoga which can be immediately integrated into your current practice to address hip and pelvic dysfunction. This lab-based continuing education course includes yoga breathing techniques and yoga pose progressions, with manual cues and partner work incorporated throughout. This course will emphasize hip mobility, pelvic stabilization and neuromuscular reeducation of the iliopsoas and hamstrings to improve postural balance. These techniques can be readily applied to the treatment of hip muscle strains, internal hip joint derangement such as labral tears, post-operative hip rehabilitation, and sacroiliac joint dysfunction.
Day Three: Effective Spinal Stabilization
You will learn the basics of therapeutic yoga which can be immediately integrated into your current practice to teach effective spinal stabilization. This lab-based continuing education course will include yoga breathing techniques and motor imagery to improve control of trunk stabilizers. We will apply these concepts to yoga pose progressions, with manual cues and partner work incorporated throughout. These techniques for teaching effective postural control of the trunk will enable you to more effectively treat patients with low back pain.

Katy O’Leary, MPT, RYT, earned her Master of Physical Therapy degree at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She is currently a practicing physical therapist in sports medicine at the University of Wisconsin Hospital Sports Rehabilitation Clinics in Madison. In addition, Katy is a 200-hour level Registered Yoga Teacher through the Yoga Alliance national organization. She completed her yoga teacher training in Alignment Yoga with a strong focus on therapeutic yoga techniques. She has been practicing yoga for over 15 years and has been teaching group classes and private therapeutic yoga lessons in the Madison area for 8 years. Katy incorporates yoga into rehabilitation as a holistic way to move towards improved function, and looks forward to the opportunity to share these successful techniques with you.

Expand your treatment approach to provide more complete and efficient patient care. Integrating yoga into rehabilitation is effective treatment, especially for those patients who don’t fall into the traditional treatment pathways.
You will learn the basics of therapeutic yoga which can be immediately integrated into your current practice to address neck, shoulder girdle, and upper extremity dysfunction. This lab-based continuing education course includes yoga breathing techniques and yoga pose progressions, with manual cues and partner work incorporated throughout. This course will emphasize postural reeducation of the neck and shoulder girdle, scapular stabilization, and thoracic spine and rib mobility. These techniques will be particularly useful for addressing neck pain and radicular symptoms, scapulothoracic pain, shoulder impingement, thoracic outlet syndrome, and overuse injuries of the elbow/wrist/hand.
Evidence for the use of mind-body exercise will be presented. Practical application of the yoga techniques will be supported by specific case examples.
In addition to learning new skills to improve your patient outcomes, you may be pleasantly surprised by the effects of yoga practice on your own aches and pains!

Katy O’Leary, MPT, RYT, earned her Master of Physical Therapy degree at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She is currently a practicing physical therapist in sports medicine at the University of Wisconsin Hospital Sports Rehabilitation Clinics in Madison. In addition, Katy is a 200-hour level Registered Yoga Teacher through the Yoga Alliance national organization. She completed her yoga teacher training in Alignment Yoga with a strong focus on therapeutic yoga techniques. She has been practicing yoga for over 15 years and has been teaching group classes and private therapeutic yoga lessons in the Madison area for 8 years. Katy incorporates yoga into rehabilitation as a holistic way to move towards improved function, and looks forward to the opportunity to share these successful techniques with you.

Expand your treatment approach to provide more complete and efficient patient care. Integrating yoga into rehabilitation is effective treatment, especially for those patients who don’t fall into the traditional treatment pathways.
You will learn the basics of therapeutic yoga which can be immediately integrated into your current practice to address hip and pelvic dysfunction. This lab-based continuing education course includes yoga breathing techniques and yoga pose progressions, with manual cues and partner work incorporated throughout. This course will emphasize hip mobility, pelvic stabilization and neuromuscular reeducation of the iliopsoas and hamstrings to improve postural balance. These techniques can be readily applied to the treatment of hip muscle strains, internal hip joint derangement such as labral tears, post-operative hip rehabilitation, and sacroiliac joint dysfunction. Evidence for the use of mind-body exercise will be presented. Practical application of the yoga techniques will be supported by specific case examples.

Katy O’Leary, MPT, RYT, earned her Master of Physical Therapy degree at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She is currently a practicing physical therapist in sports medicine at the University of Wisconsin Hospital Sports Rehabilitation Clinics in Madison. In addition, Katy is a 200-hour level Registered Yoga Teacher through the Yoga Alliance national organization. She completed her yoga teacher training in Alignment Yoga with a strong focus on therapeutic yoga techniques. She has been practicing yoga for over 15 years and has been teaching group classes and private therapeutic yoga lessons in the Madison area for 8 years. Katy incorporates yoga into rehabilitation as a holistic way to move towards improved function, and looks forward to the opportunity to share these successful techniques with you.

Expand your treatment approach to provide more complete and efficient patient care. Integrating yoga into rehabilitation is effective treatment, especially for those patients who don’t fall into the traditional treatment pathways.
You will learn the basics of therapeutic yoga which can be immediately integrated into your current practice to teach effective spinal stabilization. This lab-based continuing education course will include yoga breathing techniques and motor imagery to improve control of trunk stabilizers. We will apply these concepts to yoga pose progressions, with manual cues and partner work incorporated throughout. These techniques for teaching effective postural control of the trunk will enable you to more effectively treat patients with low back pain. Evidence for the use of mind-body exercise will be presented. Practical application of the yoga techniques will be supported by specific case examples.
In addition to learning new skills to improve your patient outcomes, you may be pleasantly surprised by the effects of yoga practice on your own aches and pains!

Katy O’Leary, MPT, RYT, earned her Master of Physical Therapy degree at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She is currently a practicing physical therapist in sports medicine at the University of Wisconsin Hospital Sports Rehabilitation Clinics in Madison. In addition, Katy is a 200-hour level Registered Yoga Teacher through the Yoga Alliance national organization. She completed her yoga teacher training in Alignment Yoga with a strong focus on therapeutic yoga techniques. She has been practicing yoga for over 15 years and has been teaching group classes and private therapeutic yoga lessons in the Madison area for 8 years. Katy incorporates yoga into rehabilitation as a holistic way to move towards improved function, and looks forward to the opportunity to share these successful techniques with you.

This two day course will focus on re-conceptualizing pain and manual therapy and their roles in musculoskeletal healthcare. The focus will be on how to use manual and movement techniques in a manner that is consistent with the evidence and theories of how biopsychosocial factors can impact pain and its related disability.
The course provides the opportunity to learn how modifications of traditional manual and movement therapy practices can improve patient outcomes. The course aims to decrease practitioner stress and increase confidence when working with routine and complex patients. Instructors will thoroughly discuss the science of pain and how to incorporate effective therapeutic pain management approaches into your daily practice. The course will challenge many misconceptions about pain and manual therapy as we learn the basics of utilizing a biopsychosocial framework in musculoskeletal practice.
Traditional manual and physical therapy beliefs will be challenged throughout the course to provide attendees an understanding of how a biopsychosocial approach is often more beneficial than a pathoanatomical one. Lecture, discussion, observation, practical applications and small group work will be used to emphasize key learning objectives.

Eric Purves, RMT and Sarah Haag, PT, DPT, WCS, is a registered massage therapist, based in Victoria, BC Canada. In 2010, he opened Achieve Health, a multidisciplinary healthcare clinic which offers services across five different health care professions; massage therapy, chiropractic, physiotherapy, and acupuncture. Eric’s main area of clinical and rehabilitation interest is ‘Persistent Pain Management’. He is a faculty member with PainBC, where he teaches workshops for RMT’s on pain management. Eric has been invited to instruct pain management strategies for manual and movement therapists, at various events throughout Canada and the US. He also sits on the executive board of the professional association’s (RMTBC) professional practice group (PPG) in pain management; where the groups goal is to provide education, research and evidence based treatments for more effective pain management strategies in the manual and movement therapies.

Sarah Haag, PT, DPT, WCS, graduated from Marquette University in 2002 with a Master’s of Physical Therapy. Sarah has pursued an interest in treating the spine, pelvis with a specialization in women’s and men’s health. Over the past 10 years, Sarah has seized every opportunity available to her in order to further her understanding of the human body, and the various ways it can seem to fall apart in order to sympathetically and efficiently facilitate a return to optimal function. Sarah was awarded the Certificate of Achievement in Pelvic Physical Therapy (CAPP) from the Section on Women’s Health. She went on to get her Doctorate of Physical Therapy and Masters of Science in Women’s Health from Rosalind Franklin University in 2008. In 2009 she was awarded a Board Certification as a specialist in women’s health (WCS). Sarah also completed a Certification in Mechanical Diagnosis Therapy from the Mckenzie Institute in 2010. Sarah has completed a 200 hour Yoga Instructor Training Program, and is now a Registered Yoga Instructor. Sarah plans to integrate yoga into her rehabilitation programs, as well as teach small, personalized classes.

Evolution’s establishment of the human thumb has largely contributed to advance of our species, but when thumbs don’t function properly, the impact is debilitating. This course will advance your knowledge of thumb arthritis to facilitate improved patient satisfaction and performance with daily tasks. With a focus on osteoarthritis (OA) of the first carpal-metacarpal (CMC) joint, participants will gain a better understanding of complex anatomy and biomechanics principles that affect load and lead to destruction of joint surfaces. This course will include a hands-on lab to strengthen your skills in evaluation and treatment.

Nicole A. Bolwerk, MS, OTR, CHT, graduated from UW-Milwaukee with a Masters in Occupational Therapy (OT) in 2011 and has since dedicated her career to advances in hand therapy. She began teaching with the UW-Milwaukee School of Continuing Education shortly after graduation and has since increased her involvement in academia, recently accepting the instructor role for the Hand and Upper Extremity Rehab course for Masters level OT students. Nicole has experience in a variety of clinical settings including ergonomics, various levels of inpatient rehab and outpatient hand therapy. She currently works at the Veterans’ Affairs (VA) Hospital. She is very passionate about hand therapy, research, knowledge sharing and networking.

Speech and Language Pathologists receive education about the “vocal tract” and “respiration for speech”. Rarely, do these define physiological functions despite the fact that the “swallowing mechanism” and “breathing” have life-supporting functions. This course will review the anatomy and physiology of the aerodigestive tract. It will explore underlying mechanisms of various diseases that may affect communication and swallowing. Alterations in speech production and swallow-respiratory coordination in pulmonary disease states can always be traced back to the underlying pathophysiology of the disease itself. Often, training begins too far away from the disease states, leaving clinicians to connect dots that are spaced very far apart. This course will review common pulmonary diseases affecting ventilation and respiration and how these diseases affect communication and swallowing. Emerging research and changing practices in the management of dysphagia, preventative oral care and the contribution of oral biofilms related to aspiration pneumonia will be provided. The concept of “screening” in the management of patients with swallowing disorders will be examined. A discussion will include operational definitions for “screening” and the variation in understanding of what a “screening” is. The use of “screens” for clinical evaluation and instrumental evaluations will be discussed. There is current debate regarding the value of the clinical swallow evaluation. Some reduce evaluation to a simple pass-fail screen. Others devalue the deep, rich and multidimensional information evaluations provide in favor of simply conducting imaging tests to identify aspiration. This course will defend the value and utility of the clinical swallowing evaluation as a crucial component of the diagnostic process. The course will include a review of popular assessment techniques with particular focus on the videofluoroscopic assessment of swallowing. During this session the clinician will view recorded segments of swallowing studies.

James Coyle, Ph.D. CCC-SLP, BCS-S, ASHA Fellow and Joe Murray, Ph.D. CCC-SLP, BCS-S, ASHA Fellow James Coyle Ph.D. CCC-SLP, BCS-S, ASHA Fellow; Dr. Coyle is an Associate Professor of Communication Science and Disorders at the University of Pittsburgh where he co-developed the department’s clinical doctorate program in Medical Speech Language Pathology. His principal clinical and research interests are in assessment and management of oropharyngeal dysphagia in adults, biomechanical analysis of swallowing physiology, medical sequelae caused by dysphagia, and educating students and clinicians in evidence based medical SLP practice. He lectures nationally and internationally on all of these subjects. He is a Board Certified Specialist in Swallowing Disorders, and a former member of the Specialty Recognition Board and an ASHA Fellow. He has an active clinical practice in University Hospitals and Clinics, where he trains students, and is currently involved in several dysphagia research projects.
Joe Murray Ph.D. CCC-SLP, BCS-S, ASHA Fellow; Dr. Murray is Chief of the Audiology Speech Pathology Service for VA Ann Arbor. His research and publications are in the areas of assessment, treatment and management of patients with dysphagia. He has provided numerous workshops, seminars and invited lectures in North and South America, Australia and Europe.

This 2 day course will be a comprehensive introduction to the world of Women’s Health. Women’s Health includes more than just the pelvis, and this course will cover not just issues women are more likely to experience, but also how healthcare providers can address those issues. Pain, incontinence, dysmenorrhea, pregnancy, menopause, and female athlete triad are just some of the issues that will be addressed in this course. Bowel, bladder and sexual health will be addressed in detail, as well as basic assessment and interventions that will be within the scope of practice for participants.

Sarah J. Haag, PT, DPT, WCS, Cert. MDT, RYT, graduated from Marquette University in 2002 with a Master’s of Physical Therapy. Sarah has pursued an interest in treating the spine, pelvis with a specialization in women’s and men’s health. Over the past 10 years, Sarah has seized every opportunity available to her in order to further her understanding of the human body, and the various ways it can seem to fall apart in order to sympathetically and efficiently facilitate a return to optimal function. Sarah was awarded the Certificate of Achievement in Pelvic Physical Therapy (CAPP) from the Section on Women’s Health. She went on to get her Doctorate of Physical Therapy and Masters of Science in Women’s Health from Rosalind Franklin University in 2008. In 2009 she was awarded a Board Certification as a specialist in women’s health (WCS). Sarah also completed a Certification in Mechanical Diagnosis Therapy from the Mckenzie Institute in 2010. Sarah has completed a 200 hour Yoga Instructor Training Program, and is now a Registered Yoga Instructor. Sarah plans to integrate yoga into her rehabilitation programs, as well as teach small, personalized classes.