Presented by: Jeff Walter PT, DPT, NCS

Hands-On Seminars is proud to present this Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy course with immediate clinical applications. Unlike other Vestibular course this HOS course teaches precisely the clincally relevant information for the treatment of vestibular dysfunction.

Course Description:
This evidence-based course will train clinicians in the practical management of vestibular disorders. The course will include instruction in anatomy and physiology, medical management, pathology, detailed bedside examination and treatment skills. The material will be presented in a lecture, lab and video case study format. Competence in the performance of a comprehensive office / bedside examination and treatment skills will be addressed in a lab format. The seminar is intended to enhance the clinician’s ability to evaluate the appropriateness and effectiveness of VRT for common vestibular disorders. Practical application of VRT to a variety of practice settings (outpatient, acute care, SNF, ER) will be discussed. An emphasis will be placed on the management of BPPV variants and vestibular hypofunction.

Objectives/Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of the course, participants should be able to:

• Perform a detailed bedside vestibular & balance examination
• Based on patient history and bedside examination, identify the specific features of:
  • Peripheral vestibular disorders
  • Central vestibular disorders
  • Non-vestibular dizziness
• Recognize typical characteristics of peripheral vestibular vs. central-etiology nystagmus
• Identify appropriate standardized assessment tools for use in vestibular rehabilitation
• Prescribe rehabilitation programs to address adaptation and compensation for vestibular dysfunction
• Identify specific variants of BPPV and perform appropriate canalith repositioning maneuvers
• Identify indications for further medical referral

NOTE: In an effort to do our part for the environment, we no longer automatically provide a printed version of the course manual at the event. All seminar orders will receive a link to download the course manual after submitting your order. For those who would like to receive a printed version of the course manual at the event, please select that option during registration.

Course Hours

1. Unilateral Disorders: vestibular neuritis, labyrinthits, vestibular schwannoma, superior canal dehiscence, anterior vestibular artery ischemia, Meniere’s disease, perilymph fistula
2. Bilateral Disorders:
3. Central Disorders: MS, CVA (AICA, PICA and Basilar), Chari Malformation, Cerebellar Degenerative Disorders

1. Rehabilitation Evaluation including assessment of postural control
2. Vestibular Compensation Training
3. Review of evidence

1. Examination: Hallpike, Roll, Sidelying Tests;
2. Maneuvers: Modified Epley, Semont, Gans, Appiani,