Webinar Description
Dystonia, a common form of pediatric movement disorder (PMD), is notoriously difficult to treat. Modern interdisciplinary approaches apply combinations of braces, medicines, injections and even orthopedic surgery before considering referral to a neurosurgeon for tone control. This webinar will discuss how dystonia is effectively treated with deep brain stimulation, intrathecal baclofen therapy, pallidotomy and rhizotomy and review how multimodal surgery combining neuromodulation and rhizotomy are effective. Finally, this webinar will examine where the neurosurgical future for treating patients with dystonia is headed towards gain-of-function surgery, not just tone control surgery.

Instructors
Jeffrey Raskin, MD, MS, FAAP, FAANS

Learner Outcomes
Upon completion of this webinar, participants will be able to:  

1. Define the pathophysiology underlying spasticity and dystonia. 
2. List the current neurosurgeries available for management of hypertonia.
3. Identify patients with dystonia appropriate for referral to a multidisciplinary movement disorders program.
   

Successful Completion
Participants will watch the on-demand recording in its entirety and complete an assessment and feedback module in the Academy Learning Portal. You will have 3 months from the date of purchase to complete and review the course material. You will receive a reminder email 2 weeks before the expiration date.

Audience
Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants and Speech-Language Pathologists 

Continuing Education

Occupational Therapists:

The Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID#10001. This distance learning independent webinar is offered at .15 CEUs [introductory, Foundational Knowledge]. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.

Physical Therapists: This online course has been approved by the Illinois Physical Therapy Board for 1.5 Contact Hours. Approval #216-000069

The Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is recognized by California and the New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider of physical therapy and physical therapist assistant continuing education for 1.5 Contact Hours on 10/9/2024.

Many states accept continuing education contact hours recognized in other states, enabling professionals to use these hours to meet their licensing or certification requirements. Please consult your state regulations to see if this meets CEU requirements for your license.

Speech-Language Pathologists: 

Disclosures
Course Directors and Planning Committee Members:
Julie Lenkiewicz, MS, CCC-SLP - Has nothing to disclose.
Melissa Kolski, PT, OCS, Dip MDT - Has nothing to disclose.
Leslie Marriott, OT - Has nothing to disclose.
Selah Bustamante, MSN, RN, CRRN - Has nothing to disclose.
Speakers, Moderators and Panelists:
Jeffrey Raskin, MD, MS, FAAP, FAANS - Has nothing to disclose.

Technology Requirements
To participate, you will need access to a device with an Internet connection. Computers, laptops, iOS and Android devices are supported.

High-speed broadband Internet access (LAN, Cable or DSL) is highly recommended. 
Additional requirements include: Web browser: latest stable version of Chrome, Firefox, or Safari, JavaScript and Cookies enabled, Speaker and microphone, or headset with microphone, or phone to listen to webinar facilitators, Do NOT use Internet Explorer as it is not supported.

Cancellation Policy
To request a cancellation of an on-demand program, please provide written notice by letter or email or contact us by phone within 24 hours of placing your order and we will refund you the full course fee. If you cannot give notice within 24 hours, a credit towards a future course of equal value would apply.