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• 2024 APTA-MS Fall Conference

  • Start
    Friday, September 06, 2024
  • End
    Wednesday, December 31, 2025
  • Location
    Itawamba Community College – Belden Center, 3200 Adams Farm Rd., Belden, MS

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  About the Conference

  The conference will include several networking opportunities, in-person vendors, separate tracks, and special student sessions. 

  The event is hybrid, meaning sessions will be held as both live and in-person and fully virtual.  Sessions will also be recorded for on-demand download.  (Note: the student-track sessions will only be available in-person)

  Poster Session

  Students and researchers are welcome to display research posters during the conference this year.  Poster viewing will be available for all attendees and will take place on Saturday during the conference.  In order to register to display your poster, please proceed to the registration page and complete your full registration plus the optional poster section.

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  Agenda

  Click here to view the agenda.  15.5 hours will be awarded, inclusive of breakout sessions. 
  

  
  

  

  
  

  
  

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• On-Demand Webinar: Direct Access in Mississippi, part 1

  • Start
    Friday, December 13, 2024
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    8:00 AM
  • End
    Wednesday, December 31, 2025
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    11:59 PM
  • Location
    Virtual / On-Demand

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  The purpose of this presentation is to provide the therapist or student with a greater understanding of the provisions of Direct Access in Mississippi, as well as the process of achieving these provisions. However, therapists/students are encouraged to understand and read the MS practice act and the updated statute.  The webinar is one hour in length.

  Continuing Education
  1.0 CE credits (1.0 ethics)

  Fund Contribution
  Funds raised from this webinar will go to support the APTA-MS Legislative Fund.

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• On-Demand Webinar: Central District CEU

  • Start
    Friday, May 02, 2025
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    8:00 AM
  • End
    Wednesday, May 20, 2026
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    11:59 PM
  • Location
    Virtual / On-Demand

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  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

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• On-Demand Webinar: Direct Access in Mississippi, part 2

  • Start
    Thursday, July 03, 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    Sunday, February 28, 2027
  •  
    11:59 PM
  • Location
    Virtual / On-Demand

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  Join us for Direct Access: A Primer for Patient Assessment, Screening, Management and Referral, a comprehensive webinar led by David McIntosh, PT, OCS, FAAOMPT, Cert IMDN. This session will explore the clinical responsibilities and legal considerations of practicing under direct access, providing practical tools for screening, referral, and medical red flag identification. Through case-based learning and evidence-based strategies, attendees will gain confidence in evaluating systemic versus musculoskeletal conditions. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your diagnostic decision-making and clinical safety in a direct access environment.

  Continuing Education
  4.0 CE credits (4.0 ethics)

  Fund Contribution
  Funds raised from this webinar will go to support the APTA-MS Legislative Fund.

  Fund Contribution
  Funds raised from this webinar will go to support the APTA-MS Legislative Fund.

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• On Demand - 2025 APTA-MS Fall Conference

  • Start
    Friday, September 05, 2025
  • End
    Wednesday, December 31, 2025
  • Location
    UMMC School of Health Related Professions, Jackson, MS
  • Registered
    249 registrants

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  The On-Demand option is now available for the 2025 APTA-Mississippi Annual Conference, originally held on September 5-6, 2025 at UMMC in Jackson.
  
  This year’s theme is all about progress, purpose, and professional growth. With a dynamic lineup of sessions, hands-on workshops, and forward-thinking discussions, this is more than just a conference, it’s your opportunity to reconnect with your passion for physical therapy and the people shaping its future.
  
  Our two-day event features breakout tracks that dig deep into today’s most pressing clinical topics: from vestibular rehab and stroke prognostics to pelvic health in culturally sensitive settings, prosthetic care, and the VC-CCC return-to-sport model. Nationally recognized speakers like Josh Farley, Melissa Knight, Meghan Pritchard, and more will share their insights and strategies to help you elevate your care and empower your patients. Whether you’re a seasoned clinician or a new grad, there’s a session tailored just for you.
  
  Continuing Education
  15.5 total hours
  
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  Conference Booklet
  

  
  

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• 2026 APTA-MS Capitol Day

  • When
    Wednesday, January 21, 2026
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    8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Mississippi State Capitol Building

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  APTA-Mississippi invites members to attend its 2026 APTA-MS Capitol Day in the Mississippi State Capitol rotunda on January 21, 2026, 8:00-11:00. 

  This is a great opportunity to meet and visit with your local legislators to discuss the role of physical therapy in Mississippi, the impact we have on the community, and legislative issues affecting our professions.  This will notably include our efforts for direct patient access / patient choice.

  Legislative advocacy is crucial to the mission of APTA-MS and its members. 

  Whether you can join us in person or not, please consider contacting your local legislator prior to January 21st. 

  Not sure who your local legislators are? Look them up here: https://openstates.org/find_your_legislator/

  There is no cost to attend. 

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