Maine Conference Agenda
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Welcome to the Maine APTA Continuing Education Conference!
Below, you will find the general schedule of events, followed by detailed schedules for each track. Participants will earn approximately 5 contact hours. Please verify CEU approval with your Licensure Board. A continental breakfast will be provided.
October 26, 2024
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
University of New England
716 Stevens Ave
Innovation 104
Portland, ME 04103
| Time Slot | General Schedule of Events |
|---|---|
| 8:00-8:30 | Registration - Room: Innovation 104 |
| 8:30-9:50 | KEYNOTE SPEAKER - Room: Innovation 104 |
| 10:00-11:30 | Session 1 |
| 11:40-12:30 | Session 2 |
| 12:30-1:30 | LUNCH - Room: Innovation 104 |
| 1:30-3:00 | Session 3 |
| 3:10-4:00 | Session 4 |
| 4:00-4:30 | CLOSING REMARKS - Room: Innovation 104 |
Neurological Track
Title: Evidence-Informed, Practical Neurologic Physical Therapy Through the Continuum of Care: Stroke and Spinal Cord Injury.
8:00-8:30 REGISTRATION. Room: Innovation 104
8:30-9:50 KEYNOTE: Gwen Simons Esq, PT, OCS, FAAOMPT - "The Evolution of Physical Therapy in Maine: Trends, Survival and a Future Outlook." Room: Innovation 104
10:00-11:30 Lecture: Discuss the progression of patients with various neurologic impairments through acute care and inpatient rehab settings. Room: Lecture Blewett 027
11:40-12:30 Lab: Demonstrate the appropriate handling techniques for individuals with high levels of debility and considerations for complex seating and durable medical equipment. Room: Lab Blewett 012L and 015
12:30-1:30 LUNCH. Room: Innovation 104
1:30-3:00 Lecture: Discuss the progression of patients with various neurologic impairments through home health and outpatient physical therapy. Room: Lecture Blewett 027
3:10-4:00 Lab: Apply the tenants of high intensity gait and balance training to the home and outpatient settings. Room: Lab Blewett 012L and 015
4:00-4:30 CLOSING REMARKS. Room: Innovation 104
Orthopedic Track
Title: Evidence-Informed Practice in Orthopedic Physical Therapy: Pelvic Girdle Pain and Low Back Pain.
8:00-8:30 REGISTRATION. Room: Innovation 104
8:30-9:50 KEYNOTE: Gwen Simons Esq, PT, OCS, FAAOMPT - "The Evolution of Physical Therapy in Maine: Trends, Survival and a Future Outlook." Room: Innovation 104
10:00-12:30 Low Back Pain (2021). Room: Innovation 102
12:30-1:30 LUNCH. Room: Innovation 104
1:30-3:00 Pelvic Girdle Pain (Antepartum 2017 and Postpartum 2022). Room: Innovation 102
3:10-4:00 Pelvic Girdle Pain (Antepartum 2017 and Postpartum 2022), continued. Room: Innovation 102
4:00-4:30 CLOSING REMARKS. Room: Innovation 104
Orthopedic Agenda Low Back Pain Presentation Presentation References Pelvic Girdle Presentation
Student Track
Title: Choosing a Job with a Culture of Education, Residencies, Fellowships and Specialization Panel.
Updated Schedule:
8:00-8:30 REGISTRATION. Room: Innovation 104
8:30-9:50 KEYNOTE: Gwen Simons Esq, PT, OCS, FAAOMPT - "The Evolution of Physical Therapy in Maine: Trends, Survival and a Future Outlook." Room: Innovation 104
10:00-10:40 Choosing a Job with a Culture of Education, Terry Pratt PT, MS, OCS, FAAOMPT. Room: Innovation 104
10:50-11:30 Residencies, Fellowships, and Specialization Panel - Marissa Lyon (Moderator), Panelists: Terrence Pratt, Lucas Davenport, Cara Lyon, Charlotte Allen. Room: Innovation 104
11:40-12:20 Student & Early Career SIG Meeting, Recorded message from APTA President, Roger Herr. Room: Innovation 104
12:30-1:30 LUNCH. Room: Innovation 104
1:30-4:00 May choose to join either Ortho or Neuro Track
4:00-4:30 CLOSING REMARKS. Room: Innovation 104