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Geriatric Kinesiology Taping Practitioner Certification - Combining Taping & Movement to Improve Functional Outcomes

SEMINAR DESCRIPTION

From joint replacements to stroke recovery, kinesiology tape has rapidly gained popularity in geriatric rehabilitation due to its unique ability to improve movement and function. One the most versatile treatment tools in rehab, taping has been shown to improve outcomes with a vast variety of therapies, including functional movement therapies, manual therapy, splinting, NDT (Neurodevelopmental Treatment), Hippo- and Aquatic Therapies, and more.

This hands-on certification seminar will equip you with gentle yet highly effective taping techniques to improve functional outcomes with a multitude of geriatric-related conditions. Explore the fundamentals of modern taping techniques, discover advanced interventions that integrate the latest neuroscience research, and learn how to combine taping with functional movement to produce the kinds of active treatments that are revolutionizing rehab. Numerous case studies will be presented that demonstrate how taping can help deliver superior rehab outcomes, and hands-on labs throughout the program will show you how to get impressive results with your patients.

Note: This program is a member of RockTape’s Functional Movement Techniques (FMT) Certification Series. No previous FMT coursework is required to attend.

• Please wear comfortable and loose clothing for labs. Shorts are recommended.

SEMINAR OBJECTIVES

• Review the principles of kinesiology taping and supporting evidence
• Describe the physiological and neurological effects of kinesiology taping for geriatric patient populations
• Demonstrate how to apply tape with appropriate tension for best results with geriatric patients
• Compare and contrast common taping techniques and review indications/contraindications for each
• Apply and demonstrate functional taping applications for geriatric-related postural, orthopedic, inflammatory and neurological conditions.
• Develop taping applications based on your assessment/treatment approach and the individual needs of your patient
  
   

SEMINAR SPEAKER(s)

MILICA TOMMASOVICH, MSPT, DPT, ACSM-HFS, has over 15 years of physical therapy experience and specializes in orthopedic care of athletes of all ages. She attended the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center and Idaho State University to earn her Master’s and Doctoral degrees, respectively. Dr. Tommasovich founded an out-patient physical therapy practice over 10 years ago, started a private durable medical equipment company in 2012, and is a founding partner in a sport biomechanics injury software company. She teaches in the Health and Human Performance department at her undergraduate alma mater, Montana State University-Bozeman. Dr. Tommasovich has treated patients from all specialties during her career from pediatrics to geriatrics, is an active researcher of injury predictive and concussion return to play topics, and teaches nationwide professional continuing education seminars.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Physical Therapists

Physical Therapist Assistants
Occupational Therapists
Occupational Therapy Assistants
Massage Therapists
Chiropractors
Athletic Trainers
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists
Exercise Physiologists
Personal Trainers

 

CREDITS - CE Approvals

Massage Therapists

Vyne Education, LLC. is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider. Provider #450123-06. This course is offered for 6 CE hours. 100% attendance is required for a Certificate of Completion to be issued, no variable credit is given.


Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants

Vyne Education, LLC. is an AOTA Approved Provider of continuing education. This course is offered for 0.6 AOTA CEUs. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA. AOTA Educational level Intermediate, Category 1: Domain of OT, 2: Occupational Therapy Process.


Personal Trainers
Vyne Education, LLC. is recognized by the American Council on Exercise as a Continuing Education Provider. This course has been approved for 0.6 CEC’s.

Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants: Arkansas: This program has been approved by the Arkansas State Board Of Physical Therapy for 6.0 contact hours for Physical Therapists.

Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants: Kentucky: This program has been approved by the Kentucky Physical Therapy Association for 6 contact hours (Category 1) Approval #CS74-2011-KPTA. This approval is valid until 10/31/2017.

Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants: Mississippi: This program has been approved by the Mississippi State Board of Physical Therapy for 6 clinical contact hours for Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants.

Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants: Tennessee: This program has been approved by the Tennessee Physical Therapy Association for .6 CEUs (6 Contact Hours) TPTA Approval number 2017-332 for Class I Continuing Education Competency Requirement for Physical Therapists and Physical Therapy Assistants

Other Professions
This educational offering qualifies for 6 continuing education hours as required by many national, state and local licensing boards and professional organizations. Save your course outline and certificate of completion, and contact your own board or organization for specific filing requirements.


Information obtained in this course should be used within your scope of practice.

All Professionals: In order to process continuing education, please bring the appropriate license/certification number to the seminar.

Certificates, Educational Offering Completion Requirements: Certificates will be awarded upon receipt of payment and successful completion of the educational offering and evaluation form.

Amended Certificates: Please note that the credit hours listed above are offered by Vyne Education and/or boards/associations for a full day's attendance. In the event of late arrival and/or early departure, amended certificates indicating the actual number of credit hours earned will be provided upon calling Vyne Education.

ADA: If you require ADA accommodations, please contact Vyne Education at least two weeks before the seminar date or prior to purchasing any online or distance learning products so that arrangements can be made.
 

SEMINAR CLASS TIME:

Seminar Check-in:  7:30 AM    Seminar Class 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Seminar Summary:

Become a Certified Geriatric Kinesiology Taping Practitioner in this hands-on 6-hour seminar, powered by RockTape. Take home gentle yet highly effective taping techniques to improve functional outcomes with a multitude of geriatric-related postural, orthopedic, inflammatory, and neurological conditions. Explore the fundamentals of modern taping techniques, discover advanced interventions that integrate the latest neuroscience research, and learn how to combine taping with functional movement to produce the kinds of active treatments that are revolutionizing rehab.  (see full course description)

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