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presented by Valerie Carter, PT, DPT, NCS, GCS and Kay Wing, PT, DPT, NCS
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Valerie Carter, PT, DPT, NCS, GCS
Valerie Carter, PT, DPT, NCS, GCS, is a graduate of Northern Arizona University and a board-certified neurological and geriatric specialist. She was awarded the Excellence in Neurologic Education Award by the APTA and is a full clinical professor in the Program of Physical Therapy at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, Arizona. She graduated from NAU…
Read full bioKay Wing, PT, DPT, NCS
Kay Wing, PT, DPT, NCS, is the owner of Southwest Advanced Neurological Rehabilitation (SWAN Rehab), an outpatient rehabilitation facility specializing in the treatment of stroke, traumatic brain injury, and other neurological diseases. She received her physical therapy degree at Northwestern University and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Northern Arizona University. She is a board-certified…
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1. Motor Learning in Patients With Neurodegenerative Conditions
Familiar principles of motor learning are discussed, with new insights and current research. This chapter presents explanations and demonstrations of the four motor learning strategies, with patient video examples for clarification. Specific attention is given to the importance of repetition and effective instruction.
2. Treatment Specific Considerations for Persons Aging With MS, PD, and ALS
A variety of interventions, when layered together in treatment, can enhance outcomes within treatment sessions and beyond for long-term improvement and function. Eight concepts for motor learning will be discussed and presented, with demonstrations and patient video examples for clarity.
3. Cognition in Persons With Degeneration
The incidence of cognitive decline is significant in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, multiple sclerosis, and Parkinson’s disease. This chapter will discuss compensation strategies for cognitive impairment in these populations.
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