Elevating Contemporary Practice for Persons with Multiple Sclerosis

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Mike Studer, PT, DPT, MHS, NCS, CEEAA, CWT, CSST, CBFP, CSRP, FAPTA Related seminars and products

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Mike Studer, PT, DPT, MHS, NCS, CEEAA, CWT, CSST, CBFP, CSRP, FAPTA, has been a PT since 1991, a board certified in neurologic PT in 1995, and a private practice owner since 2005. Dr. Studer has been an invited speaker covering 50 states, 10 countries, and 4 continents speaking on topics ranging from cognition and psychology in rehabilitation, aging, stroke, motor learning, motivation in rehabilitation, balance, dizziness, neuropathy and Parkinson Disease. Dr. Studer is a co-founder and co-owner of Spark Rehabilitation and Wellness in Bend, OR. He is an adjunct professor at Touro University in Las Vegas, and in the recent past led Oregon State University’s DPT coursework on motor control. Mike serves in a guest-lecture capacity at several other DPT programs and assists the national network of neurologic PT residencies known as Neuroconsortium in their Parkinson Disease programming as well. In 2011, Mike was recognized as Clinician of the Year in the Neurologic and (in 2014) the Geriatric Academies of the APTA. He received the highest honor available in PT in 2020, being distinguished as a Catherine Worthingham Fellow of the APTA in 2020, joining a group of under 300 persons at the time for the history of the profession. Mike’s professional honors additionally reflect his service at the state and national level including service as the Vice President of the Academy of Neurologic PT and also the Mercedes Weiss award for service to the Oregon chapter of APTA. He holds a trademark in dual task rehabilitation and has a patent pending on the same. Over his career, Mike has presented courses in all 50 states, 4 continents and 10 countries. He has authored over 35 articles, 6 book chapters, and routinely has clinical research projects in affiliation with one of many universities. He is a consultant to Major League Baseball on the motor control of pitching and hitting. As a very fun and lighthearted note, Mike is the four time and current WR holder for the fastest underwater treadmill marathon, a mark that was set most recently in January 2022.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Mike Studer is the co-founding member and co-owner of Spark Rehabilitation and Wellness and has employment relationships with Touro University, the University of Nevada, and Post Acute Medical. He previously received a speaking honorarium from SMARTFit. Mike Studer receives a speaking honorarium, recording royalties, and a consulting fee from PESI, Inc. He has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Mike Studer is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, the Vestibular Disorders Association, and the Oregon Physical Therapy Association. He serves on the advisory board of Rehab Management and ADVANCE.

Additional Info

For live CE credit, you must watch the live webcast in its entirety at its scheduled time and complete the CE quiz and evaluation within one week. You will have access for 90 days after the program for review.

Please note: There will be a 45-minute lunch and two 15-minute breaks; one in the morning and one in the afternoon. Lunch and break times will be announced by the speaker and at their discretion. A more detailed schedule is available upon request.

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Objectives

1. Identify the interactions between inflammation and exercise in primary disease management.
2. Develop a functionally-based examination for PwMS that includes three functional tests tailored to the individual needs of patients.
3. Develop a rehabilitation plan that addresses the specific functional needs of PwMS, including modifications for fatigue management.
4. Choose two technological tools for functional compensation in PwMS.
5. Compare and contrast different approaches of long-term disease management strategies in PwMS, focusing on their impact on patients’ functional abilities.
6. Chose rehabilitation programs that includes strategies for managing comorbid conditions like functional neurological disorders.
7. Evaluate common myths and misconceptions about exercise in PwMS.

Outline

• Address fears of over-fatiguing patients
• Myths vs. facts on exercise in MS
• Latest research on exercise and MS
• Safe integration of physical activity in treatment plans

• Impairment-based and functional examinations
• Assess physical and cognitive aspects of MS
• Create evidence-based, personalized care plans
• Clinical and home-based program development

• Role of neuroplasticity in MS rehabilitation
• Techniques to enhance motor and cognitive function
• Hands-on strategies for promoting neuroplasticity
• Functional improvements in daily activities

• Integration of wearable fitness trackers and advanced devices
• Use of telehealth and rehabilitation software
• Assistive technologies for mobility and cognitive support
• Enhance independence and quality of life

• Long-term disease management techniques
• Current and future perspectives on MS care
• Modify treatment plans over time
• Ensure continued patient progress and health

• Analysis of real-life case studies
• Video examples of applied strategies
• Role of interdisciplinary teams in MS management
• Enhance outcomes through professional collaboration

• Debates on appropriate exercise levels for PwMS
• Navigate complex clinical decisions
• Latest developments in neuroplasticity research
• Emerging technologies in MS care

• Immediate application of learned techniques
• Tools for various practice settings (hospital, clinic, private practice)
• Build confidence in managing complex MS cases
• Elevate the standard of care for PwMS

Target Audience

• Physical Therapists
• Physical Therapist Assistants
• Chiropractors
• Occupational Therapists
• Occupational Therapy Assistants
• Athletic Trainers