Description

Our nervous system creates “hard-wired” programs for efficient and effective movement patterns and cognitive development. This INTERACTIVE course will demonstrate to the therapist signs of poor reflex integration as a contributor to pain, poor balance and difficulties learning. This course can improve function in all ages and patient populations.

Dr. Suzanne Joseph, PT, DPT to share her knowledge and expertise on "Neurologic Foundations for Posture and Function.

Upon completion of the program, participants will be able to:

• Understand our reflex system as a lifelong foundational partner for pain-free living, balance, cognitive development and longevity.
• Perform  before and after treatment assessment techniques for 5 key reflexes.
• Learn 5 reflexes that increase spinal flexibility, improve grounding, impact attention, concentration, cognitive development.

Dr. Suzanne Joseph, PT, DPT  has spent over 40 years as a physical therapist pioneering the profession toward manual diagnostics and treatment. She was the first Integrative Manual Therapist in the Midwest United States. Her education includes a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, certifications in Integrative Manual Therapy, Women’s Health, Manual Therapy and Autism.

She has taught nationally and internationally for Northeast Seminars, Connecticut School of Integrative Manual Therapy and Munich Seminars.

Suzanne was a Master Instructor for the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. She educated the Coast Guard personnel in techniques used in Search and Rescue missions. She volunteers her time to teach seniors Fall Prevention and special-needs parents’ manual therapies for health and wellness.

This program originally aired January 17, 2019. 

1. Purchase the recording by visiting IPTA's Virtual Library . (FREE FOR IPTA MEMBERS - log in to ipta.org so it knows who you are!) Non-member cost is $35. You can earn 1-2 hours of CE, depending on the length of program.
2. Once your transaction is completed, you will receive an email with a link to download a document containing a link to the online recording AND a link to a quiz to complete after you view the recording.
3. Watch the recording and complete the quiz. If you score 80% or better, you will receive an email notification of your CE award.  If you are an IPTA member, your CE award will also post in your membership profile under Professional Development.