Gravity
& Movement Challenged:
The Sensory-Motor-Vestibular
Triad
12
Contact Hours
Steven J Cool, PhD, FAAO
Eileen W. Richter, MPH, OTR, FAOTA
Much
attention has been focused on vestibular function
since the work on sensory integration in the 60's,
70's and 80's. Because the vestibular system
is powerful in its influence, it is often regarded as a
primary culprit in dysfunction and the primary source for
treatment. But studying the vestibular system and its function
without due consideration for its place within the context
of the sensory motor system leaves the practicing clinician
with an incomplete picture of how and why its influence
changes function.
This
course explores the developmental neurobiology
of the vestibular system's central role in cranial
nerve, brain and spinal cord intercommunication. We show
how this foundational organization along with the sensory
motor system supports higher level functions such as self
regulation, coordinated movement and functional behavior.
Participants will experience movement activities and evaluate
the differences in gravitational demands that may impact
their clients.
After taking this course you will:
• Recapture
the basic principles of vestibular and sensory motor
foundations of movement and integrate those with a more updated
understanding of how the nervous system organizes information.
•
Take away an ability to integrate modern principles of nervous
system function into current practice.
• Gain
an appreciation for clinically relevant multi-dimensional
intervention strategies for sensory(-motor) dysfunction
using a variety of equipment (simple to elaborate) and
activities (with minimal demands to more complex demands).
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Participant comments
"Very
well presented workshop - motivates me to seek more
information on brain functioning and incorporate treatment
strategies with my clients"
"It
is great to blend the neuroscience into the clinical
practice so closely"
"SI
is a unique, very holistic body of knowledge. Thank
you for your skill in communicating the complexities
and the fun!"
"Thank
you for taking the time to share your vast knowledge
and experience with those of us who are still trying
to best help our clients/consumers/ children. I learned
alot and realized once again how much more I have yet
to learn."
"Thanks
for providing an advanced SI course!
"
"Enjoyed the workshop. Good review of CNS & ANS
to explain functions of brain etc."
"Thanks for the tools bag & all
the practical ideas."
"Tons & tons
of great, useful, fascinating information!"
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