COVID-19 For the Rehab Therapist (Part 2/2): Pathophysiology and Presentation Across the Continuum of Care

Following the peaks of the COVID-19 pandemic that resulted in nearly 140 million infections in the US, many patients are left with lingering symptoms and illness. As with any novel illness, the knowledge base to treat these concerns are rushing to meet the needs of these patients. Additional considerations for the COVID-19 pandemic especially include the impact of patients being confined to homes due to quarantine restrictions and decreased external resources.

This live interactive webinar is part 2 of 2 in the series but still considered a standalone course. We will discuss the chronic pr
...Read moreesentation of COVID Fibrosis and the outpatient concerns of Long-COVID. Case studies relating to each presentation will be discussed along the way including medical presentation, pharmacology, laboratory markers, and other medical considerations as well as treatment strategies as therapists for each phase of illness. Less...

Learning Objectives

  • Discuss the foundational physiology of COVID-19 and the underlying patient disease process with the principles of exercise and rehabilitation.
  • Select when to initiate examination, evaluation, and intervention in a chronic and/or outpatient stage of illness and considerations for likely impairments.
  • Discuss approaches to creatively optimize patient physical functioning for the Long-COVID outpatient.

Target Audience

This live interactive webinar is intended for Physical Therapists, Physical Therapy Assistants, Occupational Therapists, and Occupational Therapy Assistants. (PT, PTA, OT, COTA)

Learning Levels

  • Intermediate

Thursday, October 26, 2023

Live Interactive Webinar

06:00 PM EDT - 08:00 PM EDT

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EARN 2 CE Credit Hours

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Agenda

6:00 pm - 6:05 pm: Outpatient clinical presentation of COVID-19
6:05 pm - 6:30 pm: Outpatient clinical presentation of Long COVID-19
6:30 pm - 6:45 pm: Medical Care of the Long COVID-19 patient
6:45 pm - 7:15 pm: Rehab Therapy Management of the Long COVID-19 patient

  • Cardiopulmonary
  • Neurologic
  • POTS/Dysautonomia
  • Mast-Cell Activation
  • Executive Functioning

7:15 pm - 7:35 pm: Final Case Review

7:35 pm - 7:45 pm: Question and Answer

7:45 pm - 8:00 pm: Wrap-up and Closing Remarks


CE Information - Earn 2 CE Credit Hours

CE Approvals

New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy
CE Learning Systems dba Make an Impact, CE-Credit.com & AddictionCounselorCE.com is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider of continuing education for Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants.
Texas Physical Therapy Association
This activity has been approved by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for 2 CCUs for PTs and PTAs. Approval Number 77970TX.
Florida Board of Occupational Therapy
CE Learning Systems, LLC is approved by the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy to sponsor continuing education for Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapist Assistants. CE Learning Systems maintains responsibility for this program and its content. CE Broker Provider Number 50-315
Ohio Physical Therapy Association
This course is approved by the Ohio Physical Therapy Association for PTs and PTAs. OPTA approval number 23S2686
Michigan Board of Physical Therapy
The Michigan Board of Physical Therapy accepts continuing education programs if approved by another state board of physical therapy. This continuing education activity is approved for the Michigan Board of Physical Therapy based on the approval by the New York State Board of Physical Therapy Approval.
Florida Board of Physical Therapy Practice
CE Learning Systems, LLC is approved by the Florida Board of Physical Therapy to sponsor continuing education for Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants. CE Learning Systems maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Accreditation of this course does not necessarily imply the FPTA supports the views of the presenter or the sponsors. CE Broker Provider Number 50-315. FLBPT Approval Number: CE23-1108884
Michigan Board of Occupational Therapy
The Michigan Board of Occupational Therapy accepts continuing education programs if approved by another state board of occupational therapy. This continuing education activity is approved for the Michigan Board of Occupational Therapy based on the approval by the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy (#50-315).
New York State Education Department's State Board for Occupational Therapy
CE Learning Systems dba Make an Impact, CE-Credit.com & AddictionCounselorCE.com is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Occupational Therapy as an approved provider of continuing education for Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants.
Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board
This course is approved for 2 contact hours by the Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board. Approval 2302323
New Jersey Board of Physical Therapy Examiners
This activity has been approved by the New Jersey Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for 2 credit hours for PTs and PTAs. Approval Number 2309-54
Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy
CE Learning Systems, LLC is approved by the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy to sponsor continuing education for physical therapy professionals. CE Learning Systems maintains responsibility for this program and its content. CE Broker Provider Number 50-315

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