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Digital Seminar

Comprehensive Approach to Aging Confidently: Geriatric Posture, Core and Balance


Faculty:
Shari Kalkstein
Duration:
5 Hours 42 Minutes
Format:
Audio and Video
Copyright:
Dec 30, 2015
Product Code:
WDS020567
Brochure Code:
WDPTGERB2
Media Type:
Digital Seminar
Access:
Never expires.


Description

Improving Quality of Life Through Training the Spine

According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, about 54 million Americans have osteoporosis and low bone mass, putting them at increased risk for osteoporosis. Approximately 1 in 2 women and up to 1 in 4 men age 50 and older will break a bone due to osteoporosis. Falls are the leading cause of injury-related death and nonfatal injuries in adults age 65 and older. The National Council on Aging reports that every 15 seconds, an older adult is seen in the ER for a fall-related injury. This problem becomes more prevalent as the population of older adults increases. However, with appropriate nutrition, exercise, and guidance from well-trained professionals, adults can live more active and enjoyable lives.

 

This seminar provides you with hands-on, practical insight into some of the physical changes occurring in the spines of older adults. Gain easy-to-use tools to understand the risk factors for a fall-related incident and identify clients most at risk of falls. Several degenerative conditions will be discussed, along with how to address them through strength training and postural exercises. New approaches and strategies will be demonstrated and practiced with hands-on lab, allowing attendees to immediately adapt them with their clients. Learn how to empower your clients so they can regain their strength, posture, and confidence.

 


Course Content

  • THE SPINE
    • Degenerative spine conditions associated with aging
      • Stenosis
      • Spondylosis
      • Spondylolisthesis
      • Osteoporosis
    • Definition of each
    • Risk factors for osteoporosis
      • Uncontrollable
      • Controllable
  • GUIDELINES FOR EXERCISE
    • Goals for the aging adult
    • Evaluation and prioritizing types of exercises for the aging adult
    • Modifications for exercises
  • POSTURAL RE-EDUCATION EXERCISE
    • Modifications
    • Priority of extension exercises
  • TRUNK, CORE (ABDOMINALS & SPINAL)
    • Guidelines
    • Neutral spine
    • Core stability exercises
  • BALANCE & FALLS
    • Risk factors for falls
    • Preventing falls
    • Balance assessments
      • 11 assessments of balance and fall risk
        • Flexibility
        • Strength and endurance         
        • Agility and balance
    • I’ve fallen, now what?
      • Skills following a fall
      • Floor mobility
        • Exercises
      • Arthritic modifications
    • Cognitive components of exercises
      • Counting
      • Multi-planer exercises

Credits


Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants - Florida

is an approved provider #50-466 with the Florida Department of Health Board of Occupational Therapy Practice. This course is approved for 6 contact hour(s) for Occupational Therapist and Occupational Therapy Assistants.


Other Professions

This educational offering qualifies for 6 continuing education hour(s) as required by many national, state and local licensing boards and professional organizations. Save your course outline and certificate of completion, and contact your own board or organization for specific filing requirements. 


Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants - Arkansas

This program has been approved by the Arkansas State Board Of Physical Therapy for 6.0 contact hour(s) for Physical Therapists.


Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants - Illinois

is a Registered Physical Therapy Continuing Education Sponsor through the State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation. License #:216.000309. This course qualifies for 6.0 CE Credit Hour(s).


Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants - Indiana

This meets the IN-PT approval under 844 IAC 6-8-5 Approved Organizations #9, please contact IN Board or Association if you have questions.


Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants - New Jersey

This program has been submitted for 6 continuing education credit(s) to the New Jersey State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for Physical Therapists and Physical Therapy Assistants.


Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants - New York

is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider for physical therapy and physical therapist assistant continuing education. This seminar is awarded 7.2 contact hour(s).


Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants - North Carolina

NCBPTE approval by virtue of approval by The New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions, State Board for Physical Therapy licensure board or state APTA chapter Approval good through 8/31/2021. This course qualifies for 6.0 continuing education hours. 


Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants - Oklahoma

This program has been submitted to the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure & Supervision for preapproval of 6 contact hour(s).



Handouts

Faculty

Shari Kalkstein Related seminars and products

BA, PTA, CSCS, EP-C, CPT, CMES

Fortify Your Frame


SHARI KALKSTEIN, BA, PTA, CSCS, EP-C, CPT, CMES, is a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, and Certified Personal Trainer with over 20 years of experience. Ms. Kalkstein is the owner/president of Fortify Your Frame, Inc., a personal training business. Her practice consists of balance and fall prevention, fall recovery, and improving strength and endurance of aging adults. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Exercise and Sports Science from the University of Texas at Arlington, and an Associate of Applied Science in Physical Therapy Assisting from Broward Community College. Ms. Kalkstein offers SilverSneaker FLEX Indoor Balance and Strength classes.

 

As an experienced physical therapist assistant and personal trainer, Ms. Kalkstein offers a comprehensive and unique understanding of the aging adult and offers an effective exercise program that will strengthen and support the spine as well as the whole body to help increase and maintain functional abilities. Her wealth of knowledge and practical “field” experience make her an informative instructor. She brings passion, enthusiasm, and innovative ideas to her presentations and keeps the day moving with hands-on activities.

 

Disclosure:

Financial - Receives a speaking honorarium from Vyne Education.

Nonfinancial - No relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.


Additional Info

Program Information

Access for Self-Study (Non-Interactive) Access never expires for this product.

Target Audience

Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Nurses, Exercise Physiologists, Strength and Conditioning Specialists, Personal Trainers

 

Reviews

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Overall:      4.4

Total Reviews: 151

Comments

Sarah B - Ballwin

"great course. Great modifications. Helped me think outside the box"

Eric B - MURRYSVILLE, Pennsylvania

"Great course. enjoyed presenter and her expertise"

Catherine V - Cresson, Pennsylvania

"This course was helpful in refreshing my knowledge of various exercises and activities to help the elderly increase overall strength."

Mindy F - NEW FLORENCE, Pennsylvania

"this course was very informative and the presenter was very easily followed"

Bryan L - Florence, Oregon

"Best course I have taken yet!"

Stacey M

"EXCELLENT COURSE! EXCELLENT PRESENTER!!! THANK YOU."

Joan A

"Very useful, personally and professionally."

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