In addition to our in-person, virtual, and hybrid synchronous courses, NAIOMT also offers asynchronous courses that can be started at any time and completed at your own pace! Our asynchronous courses are a great option for those looking to continue their growth as a physical therapist while being able to fully pace their own learning. In this blog, we’ll explore our asynchronous course options and cover the basics of what you’ll learn!
O-956 – Clinical Reasoning in the Presence of Vertigo
16 hours online w/ instructor – Nick Smith, PT, DSc, COMT, FAAOMPT
The purpose of this course is to discuss the assist the manual therapist in differential diagnosis of common vestibular conditions to assist in proper patient management. It will focus on an understanding of anatomy and physiology of the vestibular system in preparation of performing an oculomotor exam. Using the oculomotor exam finding to differentiate between central and peripheral conditions and deciding when to refer to a medical provider for further testing. Clinicians will be exposed to common peripheral vestibular conditions and the most commonly used treatment choices based on current best evidence.
O-957 Reasoning in the Presence of Cardiopulmonary Conditions
16 hours online w/ instructor – Bill Temes, PT, MS, OCS, FAAOMPT
This course focuses on cardio-pulmonary conditions and their influence on OMPT. Participants will be exposed to online learning experiences that will develop their skill and abilities in dealing with patients with cardio-pulmonary conditions – their definitions, causes and management. In particular, participants will develop skills in recognizing patients presenting with cardio-pulmonary conditions, the parameters of presentation, and understanding its effects on the individual physical therapy patient/client evaluation, diagnosis, management and prognosis. Participants will be expected to recognize when a cardio-pulmonary condition is a red flag or needs referral to physicians and specialists and to be able to make management decisions that are in the best interest of the patient/client.
O-960 – Sleep Management for Physical Therapists
7 hours online w/ instructor – Liz Henry, PT, DSc, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT, CCTT
Insufficient sleep and poor quality sleep are now considered a population health crisis in the United States. Further, poor sleep has the ability to affect physical therapy outcomes. Many musculoskeletal issues can in turn lead to poor sleep. Learn more about the intersection of sleep management and physical therapy in this course.
O-963 The Hip-Spine Connection: Unraveling the Mystery Part I
7 hours online w/ instructor – Michael Lucido, PT, DPT, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT
Do you ever find it complex and frustrating to effectively treat patients with lumbopelvic pain? NAIOMT teaching faculty, Michael Lucido, guides you through common stumbling blocks in the online course “The Hip-Spine Connection: Unraveling the Mystery,” and demonstrates how the hip can be the culprit of low back pain.
