Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

Knowledge Update and Evidence-based Practices

Therapy intervention for children with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) is evolving in response to breakthroughs in pharmacology, medical management & technology. What should do, and what should we not do, to help them succeed at home, in school and in the community? Carly will discuss the stages of DMD progression, current medical management, standardized assessments, and intervention ideas to help you create a therapy plan with realistic and meaningful functional outcomes. Closed Captioned in English

 

BONUS: PRACTICAL TOOLKIT – Resources: Websites, Videos and Must-Reads; Assessment Tools: List and Links

Carly Matichack Stock, PT, DPT has had the pleasure of working in the realm of pediatrics, including school-based, multi-disciplinary clinics, research, outpatient and inpatient rehabilitation settings. She currently practices in the Harford County Public Schools in Bel Air, Maryland. Carly was a faculty mentor in the pediatric residency program at Kennedy Krieger Institute responsible for the school-based and muscular dystrophy components. Carly is passionate about forming meaningful relationships with children and families she serves and offering creative evidence-informed therapy services.

 

Disclosures: Carly receives a speaking fee from Apply EBP, LLC. She has no relevant nonfinancial relationships to disclose.

At the completion of the course, the learner is expected to:

    1. Identify at least 2 signs of child muscle weakness that require a referral or discussion with a physician​
    2. Select 2 specific assessments tools to utilize with individuals with DMD in early stages of disease​
    3. Identify 2 areas of participation or occupation where therapy interventions can have a positive impact for a client with DMD

1 hour of lecture

    • Overview of DMD & Medical Advancements​ – 36 minutes
    • Standardized Assessments​ – 11 minutes
    • Plan of Care Development & The Treatment Session – 16 minutes
    • Post-test: 10-item multiple choice. 70% correct answers required to receive a certificate

1 CE hour of training are awarded after:

      • watching the video, passing the post-test (with a score of 70% or higher), and completing the course evaluation.

 

For OTs and OTAs

    • Apply EBP, LLC is an AOTA-approved provider of CEUs (see imprimatur below for details).

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

For PTs and PTAs

    • Apply EBP, LLC is an approved provider of CEUs for PTs and PTAs in IL, NM, NY, OK (#BAP202310011), and TX (APS #: 2703055TX)
    • This webinar is approved for PTs and PTAs in AR and CA.
    • These PT state boards accept approval by other states boards, other state associations, or AOTA: AK, AZ, DE, FL, HI, IN, KY, MI, MT, NC, ND, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, UT, VT, VA, WI, WY and DC.
    • These states do not require pre-approval of courses or have no CE requirements for PTs and PTAs: AL, CO, CT, GA, IA, ME, MA, MO, NE, NH and WA.

For Teachers

  • Apply EBP is an approved sponsor of CTLE for educators in New York State (#23827)

If you would like to obtain CEUs for another state, please email carlo@applyebp.com.

 

Learners must watch the video and complete course requirements, including scoring 70% or higher in the post-test to receive a certificate. Three (3) post-test retakes are allowed; if you exceed this limit, please email carlo@applyebp.com.

Webinar Price: $65 for 1-year access to watch and re-watch

 

Payment Options

    • Pay via Credit Card or PayPal: You are registered instantly!
    • Pay via Purchase Order: Email vicki@applyebp.com

Cancellation Policy

There is no cancellation once webinar is purchased. You will have access to this course for 1 year. If the webinar becomes unavailable before the learner has had access, Apply EBP, LLC will refund the full amount to the learner. Please email or call us if you have any questions.


Accommodations Request

Please email or call us before registering for the course with any questions or requests for accommodations. We will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations.


Complaints Resolution

We welcome all feedback. Please email or call us if you have any complaints so that we may work with you towards a resolution.


Contact Info:

Carlo Vialu

carlo@applyebp.com

646-269-9039

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Testimonials

“Really informative with practical information and strategies ” – OT with 4 years of experience

 

“I actually signed up for this entire symposium because of this course. I work in an area with a high DMD caseload (1 in 4 boys on caseload have DMD). I was happy to be presented with some good evaluation tools for DMD.” – PT with 5 years of experience

 

“Very informative and allowed me to look at a related case with a new lens and realm of possibilities. “ – OT with 1 year of experience