Progressive Neuromuscular Disorders: ALS, Muscular Dystrophies, Multiple Sclerosis, and Parkinson's Disease - Implications for Rehabilitation (A Lunch and Learn Series)
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*Registration payment includes Credit Cards and Interfund Transfers ONLY.
Target Audience
Physical Therapist, Physical Therapy Assistant, Occupational Therapy, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Speech Language Pathologist, PT, PTA, OT, COTA, SLP
Description
This comprehensive webinar series is designed for healthcare professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of the latest developments in the treatment and management of neurodegenerative and neuromuscular disorders, including Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), Muscular Dystrophies (MD), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and Parkinson’s Disease (PD). Participants will explore cutting-edge pharmacological therapies, genetic interventions, management strategies for quality patient care. The series will also highlight evidence-based exercise protocols and multidisciplinary approaches that enhance quality of life and functional outcomes. Each webinar will focus on one disorder within the framework.
Overview of Series
The fee for this course covers all topics - Attend ANY or Attend ALL!
Each presentation will be from 12:00 pm EST - 1:00 pm EST on the scheduled day and qualifies for 1 hour of continuing education credit. (Up to 4 Hours)
You must attend the entire live webinar to receive credit for that session.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025 (12:00 pm EST- 1:00 pm EST): Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)Tuesday, November 11, 2025 (12:00 pm EST- 1:00 pm EST): Muscular DystrophiesTuesday, November 18, 2025 (12:00 pm EST- 1:00 pm EST): Multiple SclerosisTuesday, November 25, 2025 (12:00 pm EST- 1:00 pm EST): Parkinson's Disease
*Courses may be rescheduled or cancelled due to low registration.
South Piedmont AHEC adheres to copyright compliance standards and is unable to record sessions.
Webinar Information
This Live Webinar will be broadcast with Zoom. Instructions to join the Live Webinar will be emailed prior to the event. You can test your computer by going to the Zoom Test Page
Speaker
Amber L. Ward, MS, OTR/L, BCPR, ATP/SMS, FAOTA
Continuing Education Credits include:
(You MUST attend the entire webinar to receive credit for that session. You do NOT have to attend all sessions to receive credit.)
CEUs/Contact Hours
This Activity fulfills the requirement of up to 0.4 Continuing Education Units (CEUs), representing up to 4.0 contact hours.
NCBPTE Contact Hours
Up to 4.0 NCBPTE Contact Hours
The North Carolina AHEC system is an approved provider by the North Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners with regard to activities directly related to physical therapy for continued competence.
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Objectives
- Identify appropriate exercise and rehabilitation strategies tailored to each type of ALS progression, emphasizing safety, energy conservation, and functional mobility.
- Evaluate the impact of early intervention and personalized care plans on disease progression, patient independence, and overall quality of life in patients with Muscular Dystrophies.
- Describe the latest FDA-approved and investigational drug therapies for multiple sclerosis and their impact.
- Apply current clinical guidelines and research findings to develop effective, patient-centered management plans for individuals living with Parkinson's Disease.
Sessions
- Status
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Open
- Presenter(s)
- Amber Ward MS, OTR/L, BCPR, ATP/SMS
- Date(s)
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Nov 4, 2025
- Time
- 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Eastern Time
- Check-In Time
- 12:00 PM
- Credit
- 0.10 - CEU
- 1.00 - Contact Hours
- 4.00 - NCBPTE Contact Hours
- Location
- Live Webinar
- Room
- Zoom
- Status
-
Open
- Presenter(s)
- Amber Ward MS, OTR/L, BCPR, ATP/SMS
- Date(s)
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Nov 11, 2025
- Time
- 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Eastern Time
- Check-In Time
- 11:45 AM
- Credit
- 0.10 - CEU
- 1.00 - Contact Hours
- 1.00 - NCBPTE Contact Hours
- Location
- Live Webinar
- Room
- Zoom
- Status
-
Open
- Presenter(s)
- Amber Ward MS, OTR/L, BCPR, ATP/SMS
- Date(s)
-
Nov 18, 2025
- Time
- 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Eastern Time
- Check-In Time
- 11:45 AM
- Credit
- 0.10 - CEU
- 1.00 - Contact Hours
- 1.00 - NCBPTE Contact Hours
- Location
- Live Webinar
- Room
- Zoom
- Status
-
Open
- Presenter(s)
- Amber Ward MS, OTR/L, BCPR, ATP/SMS
- Date(s)
-
Nov 25, 2025
- Time
- 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Eastern Time
- Check-In Time
- 11:45 AM
- Credit
- 0.10 - CEU
- 1.00 - Contact Hours
- 1.00 - NCBPTE Contact Hours
- Location
- Live Webinar
- Room
- Zoom
