Webinar Description:
A Live Webinar Option on Sept 17, 2024 6:00-8:30pm Eastern (Zoom)
A Recorded Option.
Purchase 1, get both the Live and Recorded version.
Adult & Peds Applications
Yes! CEUs for PT, OT & RT available in most states. Info@swimatu.com with questions.
 
This  3 -hour CEU opportunity includes a 2.5 hour webinar and a .5 hour reading. It will run live on Tuesday Sept 17, 2024 from 6:00-8:30 pm Eastern time and then be offered as a recorded webinar. Buy the live course, and enjoy BOTH for the same cost.
 
This is a 3-hour course with applications for:
PT, OT, RT, SLP and Educators
Adult and pediatric
Aquatic settings

Description: Neurological injuries and aging often result in cognitive and motor declines, leading to impaired daily function and a decrease in quality of life. However, by specifically targeting these systems, we can significantly enhance therapeutic outcomes. 
 
Welcome to "Brain Wave: Aquatic Cognitive-Motor Rehabilitation," where we explore how the aquatic environment offers an edge over traditional land-based therapy. Water exercise isn’t just about buoyancy; it’s about boosting cerebral blood flow and providing support that enables functional mobility with minimal external assistance, making it an ideal setting for cognitive-motor rehabilitation. Join us for a webinar that dives deep into the unique advantages of aquatic therapy for cognitive-motor training. 
 
In "Brain Wave," you’ll receive practical advice on developing a wide selection of aquatic cognitive-motor activities tailored to address specific functional outcomes. The insights shared will be versatile, benefiting a diverse range of patient populations, and this webinar promises to provide you with innovative tools and techniques to elevate your rehabilitation practice.
 
Learning Objectives: 
Identify 3 reasons why cognitive-motor training should be incorporated into aquatic rehabilitation treatment plans.
Describe 3 physiological benefits of the aquatic environment for cognitive-motor rehabilitation.
Identify 5 strategies to successfully integrate cognitive-motor rehabilitation into existing aquatic therapy treatment plans. 
Compare and contrast 2 distinct methods of aquatic cognitive-motor rehabilitation. 
Integrate 3 evidence-based techniques from cognitive-motor rehabilitation into a sample aquatic treatment session.
 
Sample of Evidence Supporting Webinar
Dunlap E, Alhalimi T, McLaurin N, Foroughi R, Hsiao H, Tanaka H. Aquatic Cognitive–Motor Exercise for Cognition, Balance, and Functional Mobility in Older Adults. Translational Journal of the ACSM 9(3):e000257, Summer 2024. | DOI: 10.1249/TJX.0000000000000257
 
Target Audience Statement and ATU Credentialing
This course is designed primarily for professionals with a basic understanding of physical medicine and rehabilitation. Those likely to benefit most are: Occupational therapists & assistants, Physical therapist & assistants, Recreational therapist & assistants, Speech & language pathologist & assistants.
 
Students who are at the basic level of skill acquisition and those who are at a higher level of skill, but who are looking for a course that provides "best practice" ideas for techniques currently practiced are also welcome. 

This course can be applied toward 3 elective hours for individuals who are seeking their ATU Aquaticist.
 
This course does not focus on evaluation or examination of the patient and the content is within the scope of practice for the Assistant working under the supervision of the OT or PT or RT or SLP. While the primary audience for the course is the PT/OT/RT/SLP provider, other rehabilitation providers will find it beneficial.
 
Speaker: Emily Dunlap, PT, PhD has an extensive background as a clinical aquatic physical therapist, with experience spanning inpatient rehabilitation hospitals and outpatient orthopedic clinics. Over the last decade, she has shifted her focus to teaching and research, where she has made significant contributions to the field of aquatic physical therapy. Emily is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), where she served as the inaugural chairperson in developing the APTA Academy of Aquatic Physical Therapy Clinical Competency Certificate program. Her leadership and dedication to advancing aquatic therapy have earned her prestigious awards, including the Judy Cirullo Award for outstanding promotion of aquatic physical therapy and the Richard Ruoti Research Award for excellence. In addition to her leadership roles, Emily has contributed to the academic community by authoring chapters in three aquatic therapy textbooks and publishing original research on rehabilitation in aquatic settings. Her certifications in Halliwick, Bad Ragaz Ring Method, Ai Chi, and Watsu (Level III) further demonstrate her expertise in the field. As the owner of Aquatic Therapy Pro, Emily continues to excel as a researcher, clinician, and education consultant. She leads an aquatic rehabilitation journal club with active international participation, fostering a global exchange of knowledge. Her career is driven by a commitment to expanding the evidence base in aquatic rehabilitation and mentoring the next generation of aquatic therapy professionals.
 
Conflict:
There is no conflict of interest in the training. There are no products endorsed or sold.