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Digital Seminar

Rewiring the Brain: Evaluating and Treating Spasticity, Tremor and Re-emerging Reflexes with Neuroplasticity Interventions


Speakers:
Karen Pryor, PhD, PT, DPT, CH, CFPS |  Shelly Denes, PT, C/NDT, CFPS, CGCP
Duration:
Approx 6 hrs
Copyright:
May 29, 2025
Product Code:
POS065580
Media Type:
Digital Seminar - Also available: Live Webinar


Description

Working with central nervous system (CNS) injuries is one of the most challenging aspects of rehabilitation. From spasticity and tremors to re-emerging reflexes, progress can feel frustratingly slow. This seminar is designed to solve these challenges by introducing practical neuroplasticity techniques that target the root causes of dysfunction, helping improve function faster and more effectively.

Led by Karen Pryor, PhD, PT, DPT, ND, CPRCS, and Shelly Denes, PT, CFPS, C/NDT, CGCP – with over 80 years of combined experience – you’ll gain hands-on experience in advanced interventions that address a wide range of CNS disorders, including stroke, TBI, and TIA.

By the end of this seminar, you’ll have a powerful toolkit to enhance your evaluation, improve treatment outcomes, and tackle even the most complex neurological cases with confidence. Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your approach to CNS rehabilitation.

Biggest problems our seminar helps to solve:

  • Treat spasticity and tremors effectively: Learn techniques that go beyond symptom management to make a real impact on muscle tone
  • Navigate complex CNS injuries: Simplify the overwhelming process of understanding CNS damage and its clinical implications
  • Address re-emerging primitive reflexes: Gain confidence in managing reflexes that hinder motor recovery
  • Patient safety and fall prevention: Master strategies for reducing fall risks and managing fractures, including non-weight-bearing patients
  • Neuroplasticity and long-term recovery: Leverage neuroplasticity to create lasting improvements in function and quality of life

Credit


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Speaker

Karen Pryor, PhD, PT, DPT, CH, CFPS's Profile

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Health Sphere Wellness Center


Karen Pryor, PhD, PT, DPT, CH, CFPS, has a doctorate in physical therapy and has practiced for 40 years in the field. Dr. Pryor is the owner of Health Sphere Wellness Center, an integrative therapy clinic in Nashville, Tennessee. Involved with early intervention in the birth-three population for over 30 years, she has developed neuroplasticity techniques that are used in a wide variety of settings, including homes, childcare centers, and school systems, to advanced pediatric therapy programs.

 

Dr. Pryor serves on several boards, including the Leadership Interagency Council for Early Intervention (2014-2019), a position to which she was appointed by Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam. In 2010, she received the President's Volunteer Service Award for her contributions to the advanced treatment of children from President Barack Obama. In addition to her work with children, Dr. Pryor has served as an adjunct professor at the Tennessee State University Occupational Therapy Assistant program. She is a clinical instructor for several universities and colleges. With her years of experience and passion for complete wellness, Dr. Pryor advances a more expansive view of how to integrate therapy throughout the lifespan by using neuroplasticity techniques.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Karen Pryor is the owner of Health Sphere Wellness Center, LLC and is a field examiner for PDMS-3. She has employment relationships with Tennessee State University, the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Physical Therapy School, the Daymar Physical Therapy Assistant School and the Volunteer State Community College. She is a paid consultant for Evergreen Certifications. Karen Pryor receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Karen Pryor is a reviewer with Tennessee Physical Therapy Association and American Physical Therapy Association. She is an Ambassador for National Down Syndrome Society.


Shelly Denes, PT, C/NDT, CFPS, CGCP's Profile

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Shelly Denes, PT, C/NDT, CFPS, CGCP, is an expert in fall prevention and neuro-rehab with more than 30 years of experience treating patients with hemiplegia, neurological diseases, neuromuscular disorders, TBI, and SCI. She has a special interest in Long COVID, autoimmunity and the impact of chronic inflammation and sleep deprivation in rehab. She has been involved extensively with neuroprosthetic devices, lower extremity orthotics, and exoskeleton devices at the Rehab Institute of Michigan. Mrs. Denes travels nationally to present seminars on fall prevention, Long COVID and geriatric rehabilitation. Additionally, her expertise has been presented through expert witness work and consulting both nationally and locally. She also sits on the State of Michigan Fall Prevention Coalition committee. Shelly Denes is a graduate of University of Michigan’s PT program, and she earned her certification in Neurodevelopmental Treatment for Adult Hemiplegia (NDT) at the Rehab Institute of Chicago. She helped create the certifications for ‘Fall Prevention Specialist’ and ‘Geriatric Care Professional’ with Evergreen Certifications, holds these two certifications and sits on their advisory board.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Michel Janet (Shelly) Denes is the owner of Denes Physical Therapy Consulting LLC. She is a consultant with Experts in Therapy LLC and previously with NewGait™. She receives a speaking honorarium from Motivations, Inc. Michel Janet (Shelly) Denes receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Michel Janet (Shelly) Denes is an advisory board member for Evergreen Certifications.


Additional Info

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Objectives

  1. Compare motor changes associated with CNS injuries to specific functional mobility outcomes through targeted evaluation.
  2. Choose techniques for reducing tremor activity in patients with anoxic brain injury or CVA and measure improvements in functional movement and daily task performance.
  3. Determine interventions that measurably reduce symptoms for CNS dysfunction post-CVA or injury to improve functional recovery.
  4. Utilize evidence-based interventions for CNS diseases and trauma to measure improvements in patient safety, independence, and ability to perform functional activities.
  5. Use comprehensive assessments for subtle TBI deficits and implement strategies to improve safety, time management, executive function, and patient autonomy in daily life.
  6. Modify interventions for specific CNS diseases such as stroke, CVA and TIA to improve patient outcomes in daily activities and functional mobility tasks.

Outline

From Spasticity to Stability: The Next Frontier in CNS Rehab

Central Nervous System (CNS) Injuries and Rehabilitation Challenges
  • Relevant CNS structures and their roles in motor control
  • Connect specific clinical symptoms to CNS damage
  • Understand how motor function is disrupted by CNS injury
  • Neuroplasticity’s role in reshaping motor patterns
  • Learn to treat the cause, not just the symptoms
  • Identify connections between CNS injuries and primitive reflexes
  • How CNS damage impact mobility and functional outcomes
CNS Assessment: Improve Your Evaluation and Clinical Reasoning Skills
  • Identify root causes of dysfunction faster pos-CVA, TBI, or anoxia
  • Differentiate motor vs. sensory issues with precision
  • Analyze the impact of CNS layers on motor control
  • Evaluate tremors and differentiate their underlying causes
  • Recognize subtle brainstem involvement and its effects
  • Distinguish re-emerging reflexes from typical responses
  • Understand and treat the nervous system to reduce tremors from CVA, TIA, and TBI
Re-Emerging Reflexes and Tone: Solving Flaccidity to Spasticity
  • Promote neuroplasticity and functional recovery through practical techniques
  • Reduce spasticity and integrate primitive reflexes effectively
  • Cranial nerve stimulation and reflex inhabitation techniques
  • Address tremors in anoxic brain injury and stroke
  • Apply dual-task interventions for motor and cognitive function
  • Hand-on strategies for reducing tone and improving movement
Brain Edema: Critical Insights for Effective Intervention
  • Recognize signs and symptoms of brain edema
  • Manage swelling early to improve recovery outcomes
  • Reduce neurological symptoms by addressing edema
  • Understand how edema complicates CNS rehabilitation
Calm the CNS: Dozens of Practical Treatment Ideas
  • Enhance balance using dual-task interventions
  • Reduce spasticity with neuroplasticity-based techniques
  • Restore movement by targeting the root cause of muscle tone
  • Unlock tremor relief with practical strategies for clinic and home
  • Engage the affected side with sensory interventions
  • Manage both motor, sensory and cognitive contributors to balance issues
  • Address Lateropulsion/Pusher Syndrome
Integrative Modalities for Improved Outcomes
  • Sensory re-engagement techniques (vibration, temperature, tapping)
  • Neuroplasticity-driven exercises for resetting motor patterns
  • Tremor-reducing interventions for CNS injuries
  • Reflex inhabitation techniques for managing primitive reflexes
  • Dual-task interventions for motor, sensory and cognitive challenges
  • Cranial nerve stimulation for reflex and motor integration
Balance and Fall Risk: Tackle the Challenges
  • Manage fall risks post-CVA or TBI effectively
  • Address fractures and non-weight-bearing conditions
  • Overcome spasticity-related balance issues
  • Reduce fall risk exacerbated by medications
  • Implement evidence-based balance strategies for CNS injury patients
Hot & Trending Topics
  • Long COVID and CNS effects
  • CNS injury post-viral infection and POTS management
  • Brain stimulation devices for promoting neuroplasticity
  • Cognitive-motor tools for dual-task training

Target Audience

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

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