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PT, DPT, NCS
Andrea Ecsedy, PT, DPT, NCS, currently works for SavaSeniorCare Consulting, LLC, as the national director of evidence-based practice. Dr. Ecsedy has 33 years of clinical experience and has been a board-certified neurological clinical specialist for 25 years. Her clinical focus has been in the areas of balance and vestibular dysfunction, stroke, Parkinson's disease, and spinal cord injury. She has an extensive teaching background that includes guest lecturing in several university physical therapy programs and teaching a multitude of continuing education courses on topics of gait analysis, spasticity management, and electrical stimulation.
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Browse Course CatalogMore Than Just an AFO Part 1: Mechanics, Function, and Common Myths
Presented by Andrea Ecsedy, PT, DPT, NCS
More Than Just an AFO Part 1: Mechanics, Function, and Common Myths
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Video Runtime: 42 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 21 Minutes
This course will cover normal gait mechanics specific to the ankle. It will include the critical events and functional tasks essential for each phase of gait, as well as how the ankle affects the joints further up the kinetic chain. There will be in-depth discussion and examples of how manipulating the ankle can have a direct effect on proximal joints and biomechanical alignment. Common myths about AFOs will be presented, as well as evidence showing why these are myths and not facts.
This course will cover normal gait mechanics specific to the ankle. It will include the critical events and functional tasks essential for each phase of gait, as well as how the ankle affects the joints further up the kinetic chain. There will be in-depth discussion and examples of how manipulating the ankle can have a direct effect on proximal joints and biomechanical alignment. Common myths about AFOs will be presented, as well as evidence showing why these are myths and not facts.
More Than Just an AFO Part 2: Common Deviations and Solutions
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More Than Just an AFO Part 2: Common Deviations and Solutions
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Video Runtime: 35 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 24 Minutes
This course will cover gait mechanics related to the ankle. Specific deviations, as well as the orthotic solutions for these deviations, will be discussed. An equipment showcase with actual AFOs will be presented, and the biomechanics of these AFOs will be reviewed. The lecture will wrap up with tricks of the trade regarding how quick modifications to existing AFOs can be made, to produce immediate results within a treatment session.
This course will cover gait mechanics related to the ankle. Specific deviations, as well as the orthotic solutions for these deviations, will be discussed. An equipment showcase with actual AFOs will be presented, and the biomechanics of these AFOs will be reviewed. The lecture will wrap up with tricks of the trade regarding how quick modifications to existing AFOs can be made, to produce immediate results within a treatment session.
Contracture Management for the Neurological Patient
Presented by Andrea Ecsedy, PT, DPT, NCS
Contracture Management for the Neurological Patient
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Video Runtime: 54 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 34 Minutes
This course will review recent evidence in the area of contracture management. A summary of the history of contracture management will be presented--where we have been and where we are now. Evidence in support of specific interventions will be discussed to include stretching, dynamic splinting, serial casting, and other modalities. Evidence of the effectiveness of these interventions in changing joint mobility, pain, and levels of activity will also be reviewed.
This course will review recent evidence in the area of contracture management. A summary of the history of contracture management will be presented--where we have been and where we are now. Evidence in support of specific interventions will be discussed to include stretching, dynamic splinting, serial casting, and other modalities. Evidence of the effectiveness of these interventions in changing joint mobility, pain, and levels of activity will also be reviewed.
Seating and Positioning for the Geriatric Client
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Seating and Positioning for the Geriatric Client
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Video Runtime: 75 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 47 Minutes
This course covers the most common postural and positioning challenges encountered with the geriatric client, specifically in the SNF setting. Each functional problem will be addressed with specific assessments and solutions. How to measure a patient for a wheelchair and common positioning errors will also be addressed. This course is appropriate for PTs, PTAs, OTs, and COTAs.
This course covers the most common postural and positioning challenges encountered with the geriatric client, specifically in the SNF setting. Each functional problem will be addressed with specific assessments and solutions. How to measure a patient for a wheelchair and common positioning errors will also be addressed. This course is appropriate for PTs, PTAs, OTs, and COTAs.
Spasticity Management: Clinical Applications
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Spasticity Management: Clinical Applications
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Video Runtime: 72 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 37 Minutes
This course will provide the practitioner with clear definitions of hypertonicity and upper motor neuron syndrome. Evidence in support of specific interventions will be presented, as well as negative evidence for commonly used treatment strategies to manage spasticity. Several spasticity measurement scales will be presented, in addition to clinical decision-making and treatment selection strategies.
This course will provide the practitioner with clear definitions of hypertonicity and upper motor neuron syndrome. Evidence in support of specific interventions will be presented, as well as negative evidence for commonly used treatment strategies to manage spasticity. Several spasticity measurement scales will be presented, in addition to clinical decision-making and treatment selection strategies.
Balance Domains Part 1: Anticipatory, Reactive, & Limits of Stability
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Balance Domains Part 1: Anticipatory, Reactive, & Limits of Stability
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Video Runtime: 76 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 14 Minutes
This course series is a practical interpretation of balance research with real-world applications supporting current evidence. This lecture is Part one of a three-part series describing and applying the Domains Approach to balance. This approach addresses six global areas that cover the multi-factorial complexity of balance. Part 1 will cover: Limits of Stability (LOS), Anticipatory (APC), and Reactive Postural Control (RPC). Supporting evidence, standardized tests, treatment suggestions, and documentation examples will be presented that address each domain. This course series is a practical interpretation of the plethora of balance research with real-world applications of the balance constructs presented in current research.
This course series is a practical interpretation of balance research with real-world applications supporting current evidence. This lecture is Part one of a three-part series describing and applying the Domains Approach to balance. This approach addresses six global areas that cover the multi-factorial complexity of balance. Part 1 will cover: Limits of Stability (LOS), Anticipatory (APC), and Reactive Postural Control (RPC). Supporting evidence, standardized tests, treatment suggestions, and documentation examples will be presented that address each domain. This course series is a practical interpretation of the plethora of balance research with real-world applications of the balance constructs presented in current research.
Balance Domains Part 2: Sensory Organization & Dual Task Cost
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Balance Domains Part 2: Sensory Organization & Dual Task Cost
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Video Runtime: 88 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 25 Minutes
This course series is a practical interpretation of balance research with real-world applications supporting current evidence. This lecture is Part 2 of a three part series describing and applying the Domains Approach to balance. The importance of thoroughly understanding sensory organization and the impact of this domain are presented. Specific breakdown of how results from a modified Clinical Test of Sensory Integration and Balance (mCTSIB) would drive treatment planning are covered. How to test for attention allocation deficits and dual task interference are presented. Suggestions for treatment strategies and documentation for deficits found in these areas will also be presented.
This course series is a practical interpretation of balance research with real-world applications supporting current evidence. This lecture is Part 2 of a three part series describing and applying the Domains Approach to balance. The importance of thoroughly understanding sensory organization and the impact of this domain are presented. Specific breakdown of how results from a modified Clinical Test of Sensory Integration and Balance (mCTSIB) would drive treatment planning are covered. How to test for attention allocation deficits and dual task interference are presented. Suggestions for treatment strategies and documentation for deficits found in these areas will also be presented.
Balance Domains Part 3: Dynamic Stability & Biomechanical Issues
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Balance Domains Part 3: Dynamic Stability & Biomechanical Issues
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Video Runtime: 63 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 15 Minutes
This course series is a practical interpretation of balance research with real-world applications supporting current evidence. This lecture is Part three of a three-part series describing and applying the Domains Approach to balance. This section will cover the final two domains: stability during gait and sitting and the biomechanical elements that affect balance. Standardized tests that can be utilized to test each of these domains will be presented as well as treatment interventions ideas.
This course series is a practical interpretation of balance research with real-world applications supporting current evidence. This lecture is Part three of a three-part series describing and applying the Domains Approach to balance. This section will cover the final two domains: stability during gait and sitting and the biomechanical elements that affect balance. Standardized tests that can be utilized to test each of these domains will be presented as well as treatment interventions ideas.
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