The Role of Occupational Therapy in Spasticity Management
Free for AOTA members and non-members
Earn up to 1.00 contact hour!
ALL SESSIONS ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED AND WILL BE RECORDED AND MADE AVAILABLE TO REGISTERED ATTENDEES WITHIN 24-48 BUSINESS HOURS AT THE OTLEARN PORTAL.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This webinar examines the pathophysiology of spasticity and its impact on function. Participants will review evidence-based assessment tools and current medical and occupational therapy interventions addressing spasticity across the continuum of care.
Learning Objectives
- Understand medical interventions for spasticity and the role of occupational therapy in spasticity management
- Describe the impact of spasticity on occupational performance and identify at least one occupational therapy intervention strategy to support function
Speakers
Kelsey Watters
Kelsey Watters is a Clinical Practice Leader for Occupational Therapy at the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.
Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez
Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez is Professor and Chair, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at UT Health San Antonio and practicing physician.
Earn up to 1.00 contact hour.
