Concussion Clinical Application: Therapy Framework
Presented by Mary Ann Roelke
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
Meet your instructor
Mary Ann Roelke
Dr. Mary Ann Roelke is a distinguished expert in adult neurologic rehabilitation at UnityPoint Health–Meriter Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. After earning her postprofessional doctoral degree from Creighton University, she made significant contributions to the field by publishing qualitative research on concussion…
Chapters & learning objectives
1. Therapy Scope and Concussion Rehabilitation
This chapter examines therapy scopes of practice, legal considerations, and the roles of different disciplines in concussion care. Participants will gain clarity on referral processes, medical clearance laws, and how occupational and physical therapists contribute to recovery.
2. Brief Literature Review and Evaluation
A structured approach to evaluation is key to effective treatment. This chapter introduces standardized assessment tools, symptom monitoring scales, and functional impact measures. It also covers when to refer for additional medical management.
3. Interventions
This chapter explores evidence-based interventions, including symptom management, graded return to activity, and impairment-based training. Participants will learn how to guide patients through activity pacing, lifestyle adjustments, and recovery strategies tailored to their goals.
4. Building Community Connections
Effective concussion care extends beyond the clinic. This chapter provides strategies for increasing referrals, collaborating with physicians, and strengthening relationships with sports programs and brain injury associations to enhance patient access to therapy.
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Concussion Clinical Application: Cognitive and Fatigue
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Concussion Clinical Application: Ocular
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