SUMMARY: Vestibular and balance disorders may result from CVA, trauma, infection, debilitation, congenital conditions and numerous other conditions. Patients are seen in all settings, both orthopedic and neurologic. Vestibular disorders can cause disturbing symptoms such as dizziness, vertigo, nausea, anxiety, fatigue, and imbalance. The related impairments can lead to functional limitation and disability. Balance related falls can be devastating, even fatal. Evidence has shown vestibular disorders are frequently not diagnosed or treated properly. Research has demonstrated vestibular and balance rehabilitation to be highly effective. Course instruction method includes: Lecture, Demonstration, PowerPoint Video, Lab, and Question/Answers.
PRESENTER: Wendy Wood, PT, DPT, GCS, CEEAA is an expert clinician in vestibular and balance rehabilitation. Dr. Wood has practiced extensively in specialized balance and vestibular centers, including the Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton TBI Vestibular clinic where she treated soldiers with Post Concussive Syndrome (PCS). Additionally, she has treated patients with vestibular disorders in outpatient, acute, rehabilitation, home health, and long-term care facilities, from professional athletes to the frail elderly. She has helped establish vestibular and balance programs in various centers. Dr. Wood has lectured nationally on vestibular rehabilitation, balance,
and fall prevention for over 10 years. She was an Assistant Professor at the University of St. Augustine, and an adjunct professor Fresno State University. She earned a Master of Physical Therapy at California State University, Fresno and a post professional DPT at Temple University. She holds a vestibular competency from Emory University. She is a member of the Vestibular Disorders Association and APTA, including Geriatric and Neurologic sections. Dr. Wood is a Board Certified Geriatric Clinical Specialist, contributing writer to Physical Therapy Case Files Neurological Rehabilitation (McGraw Hill 2014) and an invited member of the Vestibular Special Interest.
Financial— Receives a teaching honorarium from Motivations Inc. Nonfinancial— No relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.
OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
1. Describe the possible causes of dizziness, vertigo, and imbalance
2. Understand the anatomical and physiological basis of vestibular and balance function
3. Effectively test and treat BPPV with immediate results
4. Recognize the signs and symptoms that distinguish categories of dysfunction and differential diagnosis
5. Apply specific evaluation techniques including oculomotor, postural, and positional tests
6. Develop an evidence based vestibular treatment plan to address specific vestibular and balance impairments, improving mobility for
ADLs and community access
7. Understand strategies to progress balance re-training
8. Utilize effective tools, including research findings to educate & market to referral sources.
FORMAT: This is a 15-hour course equivalent to 15 CEU’s or 1.5 CEUs offered as an onsite live course.
PREPARATION: Attendees need to bring an exercise mat.
PT CEU’s: Motivations Inc is an approved provider of Physical Therapy continuing education by these professional bodies: Texas Chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association, ILDPR- Illinois Department of Professional Regulation Approved PT CE Sponsor, NY- New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions. Physical Therapy Board of California. Many state boards recognize these for pre-approval purposes. Contact us if you would like verification a state.
OT CEU’s: : Motivations Inc. is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Approved provider #11846. This Live and Distance Learning—Interactive and Distance Learning—Independent and Blended/Hybrid activity is offered at 1.5 CEUs Intermediate Level, Occupational Therapy Service Delivery, Foundational Knowledge. The assignment of AOTA CEU’s does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products or clinical procedures.
Sep 12, 2025, 8:00 AM EDT - Sep 13, 2025, 4:00 PM EDT
Decatur
Georgia
United States
Instructor: Wendy Wood, PT, DPT, GCS, CEEAA
Phone: 800-791-0262
Website: https://www.motivationsceu.com/product-page/216-vestibular-oculomotor-and-balance-rehabilitation-applying-research-base