Vision Rehabilitation for the Neurological Patient

Vision deficits are common after a neurological diagnosis. The incidence of vision change status following a stroke, TBI, concussion, Parkinson's or Multiple Sclerosis is estimated between 50-90% (Ekker, et al., 2017, and Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Association, 2018). While the incidence of vision change status post diagnosis of a neurological disease is high, vision rehabilitation is performed by a small number of therapists. Vision deficits are commonly reported but not always treated. Current research highly correlates vision deficits with falls, imbalance, and loss of function.

This course will provide occupational and physical therapists in all settings the tools to incorporate vision rehabilitation into their sessions with the neurological patient. Practical and highly effective treatments will be provided to improve confidence and success in treating neurological patients with vision deficits.

Highlights

• Immediately improve your patient's endorsed dizziness, nausea, imbalance, and/or reading difficulties
• Easy-to-use assessment and treatments for all settings that address vision change status after a neurological diagnosis

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