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This three-day workshop is designed for physical, occupational, and speech therapists working with infants from birth- three years of age who have known or suspected neuromotor disorders such as Cerebral Palsy.
Lecture material will cover:
1. motor control and dynamic systems
2. assessment and treatment principles
3. typical vs atypical aspects of motor development for postural control, gross motor, upper extremity, and respiration
4.sensory issues
Also discussed will be family issues relevant to the 0 to 3 year old and parent/caregiver home programming.
A major emphasis will be placed on handling techniques and treatment strategies. These will be presented through labs and patient demonstrations.
Treatment labs and demonstrations will be included. Participants should bring comfortable clothing for treatment labs. In addition, much time is spent practicing hand placement and subtle changes in direction of input on a doll. Please bring a doll that is at least 18-24 inches long with motion available in major joints. You will use these dolls for parent training and will be encouraged to use them in your practice. Therapy dolls will be avaialable for purchase at the course.
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