Enhancing UE Proprioception: Measurement and Intervention Strategies

Description

Proprioception plays a crucial role in motor control and balance, yet many clinicians struggle to effectively measure and intervene in proprioceptive deficits. This webinar will address the clinical gap in understanding how to assess proprioceptive abilities in patients and implement targeted interventions to enhance their functional outcomes.

Participants will learn evidence-based techniques for measuring proprioception, alongside practical interventions tailored for various patient populations, including athletes, post-operative rehabilitation clients, and those with neurological conditions.

Join us to gain insights that can transform your practice! This interactive session is ideal for physical therapists, occupational therapists, and sports medicine professionals working in clinical or rehabilitation settings. Don't miss the opportunity to improve your skills and optimize patient recovery. Register now and take the first step toward enhancing your practice with effective proprioceptive strategies!

Instructor

Learning Objectives

• Determine proprioception and sensorimotor dysfunction of the upper extremity through quantitative measurement and optimal joint positioning.
• Relate the complex components of proprioception to the functional consequences of impaired sensorimotor processing.
• Execute specific proprioception intervention protocols during upper extremity rehabilitation to improve motor outcomes
• Adapt evidence-based proprioception protocols to account for patient-specific variables, including age-related changes and acuity levels, to maximize functional motor recovery

Agenda

All times in Eastern Time.

7:00pm–7:20pm

Proprioceptive Components and Their Role in Upper Extremity Function

7:20pm–7:30pm

Measuring Proprioception Acuity

7:30pm–8:00pm

Interventions to Improve Proprioceptive Acuity

8:00pm–8:05pm

Break

8:05pm–8:20pm

Q&A Session

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