Post Stroke Rehab- Physical Therapy & Orthotic Intervention Protocols

1400 Market St. rm 8220,Redding CA 96001

17 August, 2022

Description

Stroke Symposium Presenters: Jonathan Kinzinger DPT, NCS; Justina Appel CO, BOCP, PhD, FAAOP Title: Post Stroke Rehabilitation: Physical Therapy and Orthotic Intervention Protocols Free CEU's have been applied for. Dinner and Dessert will be provided Abstract: This workshop will investigate therapy and orthotic management options for individuals who have suffered from a cerebral vascular accident and have residual neuromuscular involvement. The course will help to develop clinic protocols for rehabilitation and product selection based on clinical evidence and a review of the current literature. Jonathan H Kinzinger, DPT, NCS Dr. Kinzinger has been involved in physical therapy since before 2002 and is a physical therapist at the University of Utah healthcare system. He has worked as an Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy at the University of Utah since 2007 in addition to his clinic appointment. Much of his career has been focused on Post Stroke Rehabilitation. Dr. Kinzinger has participated on the Utah Stroke Task Force and is a certified APTA Advanced Clinical Instructor. He has been active in research projects and publications, including IRB Approved Project: “Cardiovascular Training during early Post-Stroke Rehabilitation” . Dr. Kinzinger would like to assist in the educational collaboration of allied health professionals to establish best practices for his patients through a multidisciplinary medical team approach. Justina S Appel, PhD, CO, BOCP, LPO, FAAOP Dr. Appel has been involved in the O&P industry since 1986, she is currently the director of education and clinical support for Allard USA. She has served as Director of Orthotics and Prosthetics for Shriners Hospitals for Children in Shreveport Louisiana and has specialized in pediatrics for over 20 years. Dr. Appel is the current President and Education Program Coordinator for Louisiana Association of Orthotics and Prosthetics. She has conducted O&P seminars, lectures, and workshops throughout the country for various programs, and has also authored or co-authored several research and journal articles. Justi is passionate about sharing knowledge and strives to ensure dissemination of cutting-edge material as the world continues to change. It is her hope that she can incorporate her many years of experience not only in O&P but also in education to inspire future and fellow practitioners to remain focused on the continuous need to ensure compassionate quality care for our clients.