Concussion and Mild TBI (Beazley - Online)

Course overview

This course is designed to enhance the participants knowledge and skill set with implementing evidence-based, comprehensive management for individuals with a concussion. It will include a myriad of didactic based information on the pathophysiology, common impairments, and interventions used with this population. The role of the therapist in management of this diagnosis will be the primary focus, with inclusion of information on the role of interdisciplinary care. Participants will have the opportunity to practice assessments and interventions during this course with guidance from the instructor. This course will help the clinician be able to develop a clinical decision making approach to the injury to evaluate the symptoms and work to determine best management and hierarchy of interventions for improved outcomes and recovery. There will be hands on lab to review and practice outcome measures discussed. There will also be an interactive case study review where participants will be able to practice applying these clinical decision making strategies to determine a treatment plan and overall best management for this population.