On-Demand Webinar: Central District CEU

Member Registration – $70.00
Registration for members of APTA-Mississippi
Non-Member Registration – $90.00
Registration for non-members of APTA-Mississippi.
Student Registration – $10.00
Registration for those actively participating in undergraduate, graduate or post-graduate programs.

Continuing Education
3.0 CE credits

Course Objectives:

Review the prevalence, subtypes, and disease severity rating scales for Parkinson’s Disease.
Apply Clinical Practice Guidelines in both newly diagnosed and advanced cases.
Integrate emerging evidence on gait analysis and training strategies in rehabilitation.
Evaluate the role of exercise prescription in slowing disease progression.
Explore the scope of occupational therapy within an interdisciplinary team, emphasizing functional performance and daily participation.
Differentiate OT and PT interventions while highlighting complementary strategies for mobility, motor control, and self-care.
Apply shared clinical frameworks—such as task-specific training, cueing techniques, and environmental modifications—to support collaborative care planning.
Strengthen OT/PT collaboration to enhance client-centered outcomes across all stages of Parkinson’s Disease.
Provide an overview of emerging technologies in Parkinson’s care, including:
- Vibration gloves
- Adaptive deep brain stimulation
- Remote monitoring tools for PD symptoms
Review recent adjunct treatments for gait and balance, including:
- High-intensity exercise
- Gum chewing