A 1 day Practical Course with Dusty & Bronagh Quinn
The The Role of the Physiotherapist in the Triage and Management of Concussion Blended Learning Course is comprises of:
Cost: Earlybird price $420.00 | Full price: $470.00 NZD
Access: You have access to the online learning for 12 months.
Not suitable for undergraduates.
Already completed the Online Course? - Email l[email protected] to arrange access to the Practical Course.
Online Learning
These 4 online learning modules provide the background knowledge in neuroanatomy, pathophysiology, oculomotor and vestibular system function. (Approx 7 learning hours)
Module 1: Pathology and Clinical Presentation
Module 2: Assessment of the Cervical Spine, Brain/Sensory Modulation, Vision and Vestibular Systems.
Module 3: Concussion Treatment and Management
Module 4: What's New in Concussion Rehab?
Not suitable for undergraduates.
Please read our cancellation policy carefully. We recommend you take out insurance for accommodation and travel in case of course disruption due to covid 19.
Epidemiology and diagnostic criteria for concussion.
Neurometabolic effects of concussion and the role of the autonomic nervous system in modulating symptoms.
Cervical spine assessment, interpretation, clinical reasoning and treatment.
Neurosensory assessment, interpretation and rehabilitation of sensory sensitivity and autonomic nervous system dysfunction, alongside vision, vestibular and information processing impairments.
How to prioritise rehabilitation including education of the client with self-management strategies to assist with recovery.
Understand the recent research into understanding and managing concussion, including assessment and management of specific yellow flags
Learn what changes have occurred in sporting codes globally.
Cancelation Terms & Conditions
Physio Academy may cancel a course due to insufficient registrations. In this instance a full refund will be given.
Registrant Cancelations
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We recommend you consider travel insurance for flights and accommodation in case of course disruptions or cancellations.
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Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
Dusty graduated from the University of Ulster, Belfast in 1988. After 2 years working in Manchester, England Dusty travelled for 5 months before coming to work in Whangarei, New Zealand. In 1997 Dusty completed his Masters at the University of Otago.
Dusty has taught on the undergraduate and post graduate programmes at the University of Otago. Dusty Also taught on the NZMPA programmes.
Dusty has been in many sporting teams at a regional, professional and National level. At present he still has a role with football club where he also coached for 10 years.
The executive roles carried out by Dusty include being Vice President of Physiotherapy New Zealand and President of the NZMPA. At present Dusty is the NZ IFOMPT representative and he is currently the Chair of the Stables Trust which raises funds for kids in football.
Dusty is a Life Member of Physiotherapy New Zealand.
Dusty is an Honorary Fellow of the University of Otago.
Physiotherapist
Senior Physiotherapist for Back in Motion
Senior Physiotherapist for Advantage South Ltd
Clinical Service Coordinator for Active Rehab Group
Bronagh has over 30 years of experience in neuroscience assessment and rehab. She has trained through the Emory University, Atlanta in vestibular rehab and has attended numerous courses on concussion assessment and management over the years in New Zealand. She is an Ovio Mindfulness facilitator and a trauma therapist using FACT and somatic strategies.
Bronagh has taught vestibular rehab courses throughout New Zealand, teaches mindfulness classes, provides clinical supervision, and has blended her vast knowledge and experience into the assessment and management of concussion.
