SUMMARY: In this web conference, you will learn effective evaluation and treatment strategies for patients with vestibular disorders. The course begins with a detailed discussion of vestibular anatomy, physiology, and postural control mechanisms. Participants will understand the pathophysiology leading to dysfunction and the science of balance and dizziness. Learn how vestibular disorders are frequently missed and how to identify impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities. Video footage of vestibular and oculomotor impairments will highlight the lecture. The course will assist the clinician in differential diagnosis strategies. Learners will understand how to identify falls risk factors. The instructor will integrate the application of research-based outcome measures or tests, specific canalith repositioning maneuvers, vestibular rehabilitation exercises for adaption, compensation, or habituation, and targeted balance training to address deficits. Clinicians will leave the course armed with tools for evidenced based assessment and treatment for dizziness, vertigo, and balance dysfunction which often accompanies vestibular dysfunction. Course instruction method includes: lecture, lab experience, videos, case studies and question/answers.
INSTRUCTOR: Wendy Wood, DPT, GCS is the CEO of Back to Balance Physical Therapy and Wellness, Professional Corporation. Dr. Wood specializes in vestibular, oculomotor, balance, and concussion rehabilitation. She previously practiced at the Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton TBI Vestibular clinic where she treated soldiers with Post Concussive Syndrome (PCS). Dr. Wood has lectured nationally on vestibular, oculomotor, and balance rehabilitation for over 13 years. She has taught at physical therapy programs throughout CA. She was an Assistant Professor at the University of St. Augustine and has taught as an adjunct professor at Fresno State University, Chapman University, and Azusa Pacific University. She earned a Master of Physical Therapy at California State University, Fresno in 2000 and a post professional DPT at Temple University in 2009. She holds a vestibular competency from Emory University. She is a member of the Vestibular Disorders Association and APTA, including the Neurologic section. Dr. Wood is a Board Certified Geriatric Clinical Specialist, contributing writer to Physical Therapy Case Files Neurological Rehabilitation (McGraw
Hill 2014), and a member of the APTA’s Neurology Section’s Vestibular Specialist Interest Group’s Clinical Practice Guideline 2016 Critical Appraisal Team.
Dec 3, 2025, 6:00 EST - Dec 6, 2025, 9:00 PM EST
Instructor: Wendy Wood, DPT, GCS
Phone: 800-791-0262
Website: https://www.motivationsceu.com/product-page/216-vestibular-oculomotor-and-balance-rehabilitation-applying-research-base