The Evaluation & Treatment of Upper Limb Ataxia
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The Evaluation & Treatment of Upper Limb Ataxia is a 3-hour video continuing education (CE) course that provides a detailed overview of ataxia and an exploration of available interventions for the treatment of upper limb ataxia. Part one of the course reviews the three main types (sensory, vestibular, cerebellar) of ataxia and discusses the symptoms of each. This is followed by a discussion on the three main causes of ataxia. This course focuses on Cerebellar Ataxia and the physiological symptoms that are associated with it. The author takes time to explain the role of the cerebellum in motor synchronization and presents many case studies to exemplify the effects o ataxia on a person's ability to participate in activities of daily living (ADLs). This is accompanied by a detailed explanation of the mechanics of screening procedures to identify upper limb ataxia and provides instructions for performing positional screenings, including finger tests and paper & pen tasks. In parts two and three the instructor offers detailed information on the two approaches to treatment for upper limb ataxia - restoration (remediation) and compensation (off-setting difficulties). Part two focuses on proximal interventions while part three focuses on distal interventions. Case studies are used to demonstrate patient progress using the strategies discussed. The evidence-based research behind each intervention underscores all information provided. The author stresses the importance and value of core, trunk, and postural exercises and highlights the use of oculomotor training. The use of virtual reality and exergames for coordinative training is also examined. The author ends the course by sharing information on the types of products available to support clients with daily activities, such as dressing, grooming, and eating. Outline Section 1: Evaluation of Upper Limb Ataxia Section 2: Treatment of Upper Limb Ataxia, Proximal Section 3: Treatment of Upper Limb Ataxia, Distal Course #31-56 | 2025 | 3-Hour video with handouts | 20 posttest questions
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Alabama State Board of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Arkansas State Medical Board - Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapist Assistant
Florida Board of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Georgia State Board of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners - Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
MSDOH Bureau of Professional Licensure - Occupational Therapists
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Michigan Board of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapist Special Volunteer
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Occupational Therapy Assistant Special Volunteer
National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Occupational Therapist Registered
New Hampshire Occupational Therapy Governing Board
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapist Assistant
North Dakota State Board of Occupational Practice
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision - Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
South Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Tennessee Board of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Disclosure statements
Elizabeth Foss, OTR/L, FAS, has been a practicing occupational therapist for 15 years. She specializes in working with neuromuscular populations within the inpatient acute rehabilitation setting. Since graduating from Midwestern University, Elizabeth has worked in various subacute rehabilitation facilities across the Chicago-land area including specialties in orthopedic, psychiatric, and neurorehabilitation. She has also worked within home health settings. Elizabeth presented at the National Ataxia Foundation and John Hopkins Ataxia Center. She also provides educational courses on balance training for Cerebellar Ataxia, neuromuscular re-education for balance retrieval, upper limb ataxia, cooling for Multiple Sclerosis, and upper extremity motor recovery after stroke. Elizabeth served as clinical instructor for 13 years and received The University of Chicago Bea Wade Award for Clinical Education and The Governors State University Clinical Instructor Excellence Award. Elizabeth is certified in LSVT BIG, Otaga, stroke rehabilitation, and Tai-Chi. She is a Certified Functional Aging Specialist and an Older Adult Exercise Consultant. In her spare time, Elizabeth enjoys creating content for her YouTube Channel, Little Steps, Big Gains, watching European soccer, and spending time with her four dogs. For more information, please visit her website: Little Steps, Big Gains.
Disclosure
Financial: Ms. Foss receives author compensation from Professional Development Resources, Inc.
Nonfinancial: No relevant nonfinancial relationships exist.