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The MDS Physiotherapy/Rehabilitation for Movement Disorders course will provide a comprehensive overview of exercise effects on the motor system as applicable for Parkinson's disease.
Alice Nieuwboer, PhD - Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Heverlee, Belgium
Moran Gilat, PhD - KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
Sanne Broder - KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
Nicholas Cruz - KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
The primary purpose of this course is to provide information on physiotherapy/rehabilitation for movement disorders.
Upon completion of this activity learners will be able to:
1. Describe the mechanisms for the therapeutic effects of physiotherapy and exercise on the brain in movement disorders
2. Describe evidence-based recommendations on efficacy of physiotherapy and exercise in movement disorders, including Parkinson’s disease
3. Identify key barriers and facilitators for physiotherapy and exercise in patients with movement disorders
This activity is intended for students, residents, primary care providers, internists, allied health, non-neurology specialists, and industry who have limited to no movement disorder experience.
1. Active Internet connection (DSL or Cable). Dial-up connection will have constant buffering problem.
2. Compatible with Windows PC and MAC (256 MB of RAM or higher)
3. Activity is best viewed on Internet Explorer 9.0 or higher, Safari 5.0 or higher and Firefox 29.0 or higher
4. Adobe Flash Player 12.0 (or higher).
5. Adobe Reader to print certificate.
Ericka Blackford