Multiple Sclerosis

In 2012, the estimated number of people in the United States with Multiple Sclerosis was 403,630 (Dikthornsakul, et al, 2016). This statistic demonstrates the estimated number of patients that would benefit from rehabilitation services. Multiple Sclerosis is a diagnosis that leads to a myriad of sequelae, such as imbalance, incoordination, neurological fatigue, and spasticity. These sequelae are most effectivelytreated with rehabilitation services by a physical therapist, physical therapy assistant, occupational therapist, or occupational therapist assistant. Unfortunately, research has proven that many patients with MS do not seek rehabilitationservices, (Helland, et al, 2015). As an effect, many rehabilitation therapists see a small number of these patients. Many feel that more training is needed to effectively treat this population. This 2-hour course will provide evidence-based and best practice interventions to effectively address MS related imbalance, incoordination, neurological fatigue, andspasticity. Participants will obtain a toolkit of easy-to-use interventions for any setting and any level of MS patient.

Highlights

• Evidence-based techniques to manage balance, coordination, spasticity, and fatigue in the MS patient at any level of functioning
• Add to your toolkit of effective best practices for the MS patient

Target Audience: Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants