Concussion Clinical Application: Therapy Framework

Video Runtime: 41 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 37 Minutes

This course provides a structured framework for evaluating and treating concussions in outpatient rehabilitation. Participants will explore therapy scopes of practice, assessment tools, symptom management strategies, and evidence-based interventions. The course emphasizes a patient-centered approach and equips rehabilitation professionals with the skills to guide individuals toward full recovery and a return to life roles.

Learning Objectives

• Analyze the scope of practice for OT, PT, SLP, nursing, and AT in relation to concussion rehabilitation to ensure interdisciplinary collaboration
• Apply a therapy framework used by expert practitioners to guide clinical decision-making in concussion rehabilitation
• Implement the Concussion Clinical Profiles Screening (CP Screen) Tool to identify symptom profiles and guide treatment planning
• Determine appropriate evaluation tools and patient-specific assessments to identify functional deficits and guide intervention strategies
• Integrate evidence-based intervention strategies, including graded return-to-activity progression, symptom management, and impairment-based training, to promote recovery and participation in meaningful occupations
• Plan methods for building professional and community connections to increase referrals and access to therapy services