Webinar Description: Spinal cord injury/disorder (SCI/D) is a challenging condition affecting the lives of individuals and their families, leading to a significant decline in quality of life. This webinar will explore how technology and predictive biomarkers can aid in rehabilitation and impact rehabilitative care of SCI/D. The presenters will discuss the current and ongoing research regarding biological markers that may correlate with levels of spasticity or neurological recovery and functional improvement. This webinar will conclude with examining the clinician’s role of incorporating this research into practice and the progression of recovery for a patient with SCI/D.

Instructors: Shoshana Clark, PT, DPT, NCS, CLT; Monica A. Perez, PT, PhD and Jonathan Ripic, PT, DPT

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

1. Identify predictive biomarkers that may indicate neurological recovery during the early stages of SCI/D
2. List individualized patient-centered rehabilitation strategies to maximize optimal recovery and make informed decisions on resource allocation using biomarkers

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 three months from the date of purchase to complete and review the course material. You will receive a reminder email two 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 #9293. This distance learning independent webinar is offered at .15 CEUs [intermediate, OT service delivery/ 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 8/6/2024.

Satisfies continuing education requirements in: CT, IA, MN and WA

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.
Pamela Pfeifer, MS, RN, NPD-BC - Has nothing to disclose.
Speakers, Moderators and Panelists:
Shoshana Clark, PT, DPT, NCS, CLT - Has nothing to disclose.
Monica A. Perez, PT, PhD - Has nothing to disclose.
Jonathan Ripic, PT, DPT - Non-financial: Has nothing to disclose. Financial: Grant Awardee, 2023–2024 James Brown IV Fellowship for Allied Health Staff, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.

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.