Early Bird

LIVE Webinar: Contemporary Thoughts on Treating the Child with Hypotonia

$350.00

Instructor: Colleen Carey, DPT, C/NDT
Dates: Monday & Tuesday, February 10 & 11, 2025
Time: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm EST (both days)

Pricing:

  • Early Bird: $350.00*
  • Regular: $375.00

*Early registration must be received by January 27, 2025 (14 days prior to the webinar). Group discounts are also available!

Course Overview:

Hypotonia is a common characteristic in children with developmental disorders. This workshop focuses on utilizing the Contemporary NDT (Neuro-Developmental Treatment) Practice Model, aimed at improving function and participation in children with hypotonia.

Key topics include:

  • Specific strategies to enhance motor control in children with hypotonia.
  • Treatment approaches targeting common sensorimotor impairments, demonstrated through videos, case studies, and hands-on practice labs.
  • Opportunities for participants to problem-solve strategies that improve functional motor performance in children with hypotonia.

This comprehensive two-day workshop will provide valuable insights and practical techniques for effectively addressing hypotonia in pediatric populations.

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Objective

Learning Objectives
Participants completing this course will be able to:

  • Discuss the common impairments seen in children with hypotonia.
  • Understand the current motor control research as it applies to postural control in the child with hypotonia
  • Analyze movement patterns of the hypotonic child.
  • Apply the principles of improving alignment, base of support and control of weight shift

Target Audience 

PTs and OTs

Educational Level: Intermediate

Instructional Methods: PowerPoint, Video, Group Discussion

Schedule

COURSE SCHEDULE

LIVE On-Line Webinar
9:00 am – 3:00 pm EST

Day 1
9am-10:00 Motor control in the child with hypotonia
10:00-11:00 Assessment with the NDT Practice Model
11:00 – 11:15 BREAK
11:15-11:45 Break out rooms: individual, task, environment
11:45-12:30 Lunch
12:30-1:30 Video assessment of child with hypotonia
1:30-2:15 Lab: Movement synergies and the impact on function
2:15-3:00 Case Presentation 1: Treatment case including videos to illustrate clinical reasoning

Day 2

9:00 am-10:00 Critical impairments of the Child with Hypotonia
10:00-10:45  Lab: Strategies for the trunk, shoulder stability and hip stability
10:30-10:45 Break
10:45-11:15 Bracing and adjuncts in hypotonia
11:15-12:00pm Treatment planning & goal writing
12:00-12:45 Lunch
12:45-1:30 Group analysis & problem solving of children with hypotonia
1:30-2:00 Lab: Strategies for hand function, strategies for ankle function
2:00-3:00 Case Presentation: Treatment case including videos to illustrate clinical reasoning

 

Faculty

Colleen Carey, C/NDT, DPT

Colleen Carey is the owner and director of the Children’s Therapy Center, a pediatric outpatient center located in Fort Washington, PA. A dynamic speaker, she teaches frequently in seminars to professionals on the topics of early intervention, therapeutic handling, orthotics, and functional goal outcomes. Colleen has extensive experience with a variety of developmental disorders and coordination disorders including cerebral palsy and autism. She has broad experience in indications for physical therapy within the educational environment and the role of adaptive physical education. Colleen actively mentors other therapists to share her knowledge and insights and has been a clinical instructor for 25 years. Colleen is an accomplished Coordinator Instructor with NDTA. She studied at Quinnipiac College, New York University, and Temple University with a focus on developmental disabilities. She is enthusiastically pursuing ongoing professional training to improve the care of her clients. She received her Basic NDT (Neuro-Developmental Treatment) certification in 1987 and her Baby NDT certification in 1995. Colleen has worked in community early intervention programs, preschool settings, educational settings, rehabilitation hospitals, and outpatient centers. She supports families across cultural and ethnic barrier and passionately advocates for children and families. She remains focused on functional outcomes in all environments.

Colleen receives a speaking fee for the presentation. Colleen has no relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.

CEU

Educational Credits

10 contact hours

A Post-Test will be required at the conclusion of the webinar.

Approved for 10 contact hours by NYSED’s State Board for PT.

Therapeutic Services Inc. is an AOTA Approved Provider of Professional Development. PD activity approval ID#7101. This Live PD is offered at 10 contact or 1.0 CEU’s, Intermediate level, Domain of OT: OT Service Delivery. AOTA does not endorse specific course content, products, or clinical procedures.

Discounts

Early Bird Discount

  • Early Registration: $350.00USD
  • Regular Price: $375.00USD
    Register by January 27, 2025, to qualify for the early rate.

Group Discount (Use code: GROUP3)

  • Early Registration: $331.24 USD per participant
  • Regular Price: $354.90 USD per participant
    To qualify for the group rate, ensure all participants register by January 27, 2025.

Important Instructions for Group Registration:

  • List the names of ALL participants in the Order Notes section during checkout.
  • Group registrations must be completed within 24 hours of the first registration if registering online, or enclosed in the same envelope if registering by mail.
  • Note: Registrations submitted after the group registration has been processed will not be eligible for the group discount.