Continuing Education

Date/Time: Wednesday, October 4th 5:00-7:00 PM
 
Topic-Description: In this course, you will learn the essential elements needed for a thorough concussion assessment, how to organize and standardize your evaluation, and gain a better understanding of symptom presentation so you can better educate your patients.
 
Speaker: Lauren Feldshau PT, DPT
 
Cost: $50
 

Location:
PTS North
Lower Level Conference Room
2338 Van Winkle Way
Peoria, IL 61615

Continuing Education Credit: PTS is approved by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation as a continuing education provider for Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, License 216-000021 and 224-000038. Each course is offered for 0.2 CEU (2 contact hours) unless otherwise noted.
 
Attendees: Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapists, and Occupational Therapy Assistants.
 
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation by a participant must be written and postmarked no later than 7 days prior to the scheduled seminar date and will result in a refund less a 15% service fee. PTS reserves the right to cancel the seminar 7 days prior to the scheduled seminar date. All participants will be notified in the event of a cancellation and a full refund will be issued.
 
Registration Information: Class size limited, advanced registration is required. Registrants will be accepted on first come basis. Registration fee includes course materials and certificate of attendance. (No refreshment service available). PTS employees contact Becky Balkema for pricing. Balkema regarding employee pricing.
 
Date/Time: Wednesday, October 11th 5:00-7:00 PM
 
Topic-Description: This course will cover a review of medically complex diagnoses and appropriate treatment planning. There will be group participation with case study examples for discussion.
 
Speaker: Mandy Rhoades OTR/L
 
Cost: $50
 

Location:
PTS North
Lower Level Conference Room
2338 Van Winkle Way
Peoria, IL 61615

Continuing Education Credit: PTS is approved by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation as a continuing education provider for Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, License 216-000021 and 224-000038. Each course is offered for 0.2 CEU (2 contact hours) unless otherwise noted.
 
Attendees: Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapists, and Occupational Therapy Assistants.
 
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation by a participant must be written and postmarked no later than 7 days prior to the scheduled seminar date and will result in a refund less a 15% service fee. PTS reserves the right to cancel the seminar 7 days prior to the scheduled seminar date. All participants will be notified in the event of a cancellation and a full refund will be issued.
 
Registration Information: Class size limited, advanced registration is required. Registrants will be accepted on first come basis. Registration fee includes course materials and certificate of attendance. (No refreshment service available). PTS employees contact Becky Balkema for pricing. Balkema regarding employee pricing.
 
Date/Time: Wednesday, October 18th 5:00-7:00 PM
 
Topic-Description: This course will cover a variety of interventions essential for concussion treatment including oculomotor and vestibular interventions. We will discuss modification and progression methods and strategies to tailor your interventions to your patient’s sport, work, or school needs. It is recommended that Assistants who take this course, also take the “Understanding and Evaluating” course on October 4th as well.
 
Speaker: Lauren Feldshau PT, DPT
 
Cost: $50
 

Location:
PTS North
Lower Level Conference Room
2338 Van Winkle Way
Peoria, IL 61615

Continuing Education Credit: PTS is approved by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation as a continuing education provider for Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, License 216-000021 and 224-000038. Each course is offered for 0.2 CEU (2 contact hours) unless otherwise noted.
 
Attendees: Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapists, and Occupational Therapy Assistants.
 
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation by a participant must be written and postmarked no later than 7 days prior to the scheduled seminar date and will result in a refund less a 15% service fee. PTS reserves the right to cancel the seminar 7 days prior to the scheduled seminar date. All participants will be notified in the event of a cancellation and a full refund will be issued.
 
Registration Information: Class size limited, advanced registration is required. Registrants will be accepted on first come basis. Registration fee includes course materials and certificate of attendance. (No refreshment service available). PTS employees contact Becky Balkema for pricing. Balkema regarding employee pricing.
 
Date/Time: Tuesday, October 24th 5:00-7:00 PM
 
Topic-Description: This course builds on basic applications of kinesiology tape. Participants (PT, PTA, OT, COTA) will learn scar physiology and be exposed to current research on best practices for scar formation. After learning how to assess scar mobility, specific kinesiotape applications for scars will be practiced. Participants are expected to wear lab clothing (t-shirts/shorts) and bring their own pair of scissors.
 
Speaker: Sara Owens PTA, CKTP, CAFS
 
Cost: $50
 

Location:
PTS North
Lower Level Conference Room
2338 Van Winkle Way
Peoria, IL 61615

Continuing Education Credit: PTS is approved by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation as a continuing education provider for Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, License 216-000021 and 224-000038. Each course is offered for 0.2 CEU (2 contact hours) unless otherwise noted.
 
Attendees: Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapists, and Occupational Therapy Assistants.
 
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation by a participant must be written and postmarked no later than 7 days prior to the scheduled seminar date and will result in a refund less a 15% service fee. PTS reserves the right to cancel the seminar 7 days prior to the scheduled seminar date. All participants will be notified in the event of a cancellation and a full refund will be issued.
 
Registration Information: Class size limited, advanced registration is required. Registrants will be accepted on first come basis. Registration fee includes course materials and certificate of attendance. (No refreshment service available). PTS employees contact Becky Balkema for pricing. Balkema regarding employee pricing.
 
Date/Time: Wednesday, October 25th 5:00-7:00 PM

 
Topic-Description: In this course, you will understand the basic theories of care and how it applies to treatment as well as learn basic to intermediate-level treatment strategies for the hemiplegic upper extremity, with focus on lower functioning arm. You will also gain knowledge in evidence-based/best care practices.
 
Speaker: Kristin Junge OTR/L
 
Cost: $50
 

Location:
PTS North
Lower Level Conference Room
2338 Van Winkle Way
Peoria, IL 61615

Continuing Education Credit: PTS is approved by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation as a continuing education provider for Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, License 216-000021 and 224-000038. Each course is offered for 0.2 CEU (2 contact hours) unless otherwise noted.
 
Attendees: Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapists, and Occupational Therapy Assistants.
 
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation by a participant must be written and postmarked no later than 7 days prior to the scheduled seminar date and will result in a refund less a 15% service fee. PTS reserves the right to cancel the seminar 7 days prior to the scheduled seminar date. All participants will be notified in the event of a cancellation and a full refund will be issued.
 
Registration Information: Class size limited, advanced registration is required. Registrants will be accepted on first come basis. Registration fee includes course materials and certificate of attendance. (No refreshment service available). PTS employees contact Becky Balkema for pricing. Balkema regarding employee pricing.
 
Date/Time: Wednesday, November 8th 5:00-7:00 PM
 
Topic-Description: Have you ever felt completely stumped after a session with a patient with CRPS? You’ve tried everything you can think of and there’s no change! This course may have some answers for you. It will cover a sensorimotor training protocol that is clear and easy to follow and will arm you with new tools to treat and educate your patients.
 
Speaker: Lauren Feldshau PT, DPT
 
Cost: $50
 

Location:
PTS North
Lower Level Conference Room
2338 Van Winkle Way
Peoria, IL 61615

Continuing Education Credit: PTS is approved by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation as a continuing education provider for Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, License 216-000021 and 224-000038. Each course is offered for 0.2 CEU (2 contact hours) unless otherwise noted.
 
Attendees: Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapists, and Occupational Therapy Assistants.
 
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation by a participant must be written and postmarked no later than 7 days prior to the scheduled seminar date and will result in a refund less a 15% service fee. PTS reserves the right to cancel the seminar 7 days prior to the scheduled seminar date. All participants will be notified in the event of a cancellation and a full refund will be issued.
 
Registration Information: Class size limited, advanced registration is required. Registrants will be accepted on first come basis. Registration fee includes course materials and certificate of attendance. (No refreshment service available). PTS employees contact Becky Balkema for pricing. Balkema regarding employee pricing.
 
Date/Time:Tuesday,
November 14th 5:00-7:00 PM
 
Topic-Description: This course is designed for PTs and PTAs to expand on their knowledge of current best practices in total knee replacement rehab. Participants will be exposed to the current Clinical Practice Guideline discussing best practice and dispelling common misconceptions with TKA rehabilitation. A lab portion focusing on manual techniques to improve knee ROM and follow up exercises will be included. Participants are expected to wear lab clothing that can expose a knee and bring their own: goniometer, 2 towels, and resistance bands.
 
Speaker: Sara Owens PTA, CKTP, CAFS
and Tyler Booth PT, DPT, OCS, CAFS
 
Cost: $50
 

Location:
PTS North
Lower Level Conference Room
2338 Van Winkle Way
Peoria, IL 61615

Continuing Education Credit: PTS is approved by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation as a continuing education provider for Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, License 216-000021 and 224-000038. Each course is offered for 0.2 CEU (2 contact hours) unless otherwise noted.
 
Attendees: Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapists, and Occupational Therapy Assistants.
 
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation by a participant must be written and postmarked no later than 7 days prior to the scheduled seminar date and will result in a refund less a 15% service fee. PTS reserves the right to cancel the seminar 7 days prior to the scheduled seminar date. All participants will be notified in the event of a cancellation and a full refund will be issued.
 
Registration Information: Class size limited, advanced registration is required. Registrants will be accepted on first come basis. Registration fee includes course materials and certificate of attendance. (No refreshment service available). PTS employees contact Becky Balkema for pricing. Balkema regarding employee pricing.