DESCRIPTION
In this webinar, functional classification (MM1, MM2, MM3, MM4) together with the Functional Mobility Scale (FMS) classification will be presented. We will discuss the use of gait analysis to identify functional abnormalities and provide the best treatment to it. Orthopedic pathologies that will be reviewed include hip, knee (crouch gait), rotational deformities (tibia/femur), ankle (valgus) and all feet pathologies. Orthotic management (AFO, GRAFO, KAFO, HKAFO, RGO) will be discussed, as well as the orthopedic and mobility issues in adult spina bifida. The webinar will conclude with two clinical cases, that include gait analysis pre- and post-operation.

INSTRUCTOR (click on the name below to read faculty bio)
Vineeta T. Swaroop, MD
Content developed by Luciano Dias, MD.

AUDIENCE
Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants

LEANER OUTCOMES
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
1. Recognize the functional classification and FMS classification levels
2. Identify the use of gait analysis in spina bifida
3. Identify the most common orthopedic deformities and its treatment
4. Recognize components of adult spina bifida function

CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS
Occupational Therapy

The Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID #17056. This distance learning independent webinar is offered at 1.0 contact hours, 0.10 CEUs [introductory level, foundational knowledge]. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.

Physical Therapy
This online course has been approved by the Illinois Physical Therapy Board for 1.0 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 1.0 Contact Hours on 8/18/2026.

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.

DISCLOSURES
Course Director’s and Planning Committee Members’ Disclosure Information:
Julie Lenkiewicz, MS, CCC-SLP Has nothing to disclose.
Melissa Kolski, PT, OCS, Dip MDT Has nothing to disclose.
Leslie Marriott, OTR/L, BCP Has nothing to disclose.
Selah Bustamante, MSN, RN, CRRN Has nothing to disclose.
Melissa Legreid, MSN, RN, CRRN, NPD-BC Has nothing to disclose.
Speakers, Moderators and Panelists’ Disclosure Information:
Luciano Dias, MD Has nothing to disclose.
Vineeta T. Swaroop, MD Has nothing to disclose.

ACADEMY POLICIES
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