The Role of the Physiotherapist in Concussion

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:

  • Online learning (approx. 7 hours)
  • 1-day practical course


Cost
: Earlybird price $420.00 | Full price: $470.00 NZD
AccessYou 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

  • Diagnostic criteria for concussion
  • Epidemiology
  • Neurometabolic effects involved in concussion
  • Role of the autonomic nervous system on symptom severity and recovery.

Module 2: Assessment of the Cervical Spine, Brain/Sensory Modulation, Vision and Vestibular Systems. 

  •  Cervical spine assessment
  •  Neurosensory assessment

Module 3: Concussion Treatment and Management

  • Sensory sensitivity 
  • Autonomic nervous system dysfunction
  • Vision, vestibular and information processing issues.

Module 4: What's New in Concussion Rehab?

  • Updates on concussion physiology 
  • What more do we understand of the role of dysautonomia? 
  • What is new in the chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) debate?  
  • What are the changes being made in the sports world to protect athletes?  


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.

In This Course You Will Learn....

  • 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.

Tauranga, New Zealand

Saturday, 23 November 2024

Testimonials

Highly recommended

Lizzie

Highly recommend this course. Engaging practical day with fantastic and applicable resources to take home and use in my day-to-day practice.

Jane

A highly recommended course with the sharing of the latest, practical, and evidence-based information and clinical guidance to immediately and over time integrate into your clinical awareness, knowledge, practice to maximise, effective and meaningful, holistic functional outcomes which empower the patient to manage their concussion as best they can.

Antonia

This course helped me gain confidence in the oculomotor and vestibular elements of concussion assessment, both for administering and interpreting the tests. It also introduced me to many resources for treating these areas that will be extremely helpful.

Amanda

This course really cemented and provided me confidence to treat simple but also complex concussion cases that I may see. The recourses supplied were excellent and will allow me to set up my own workflow and systems based off the most recent evidence for concussion management. I would highly recommend this to anyone starting out or just needing a refresher on concussion

Rebecca

This course gave an excellent overview to all thing’s concussion related. I now know the areas to explore in more detail to further my knowledge and have increased my overall skills and knowledge to improve my assessment and treatment of my concussion clients.

Great hands-on course

Linda

Great hands-on course that provides that essential experience for those new to concussion (or those wanting to brush up) to be able to go into clinic the next week and assess with confidence.

Esther

When looking into the complexity of concussion, questions arise where do you start? This course helped with a better understanding and gave guidelines for easier assessment as well as treatment.

Bronwyn

The course provides a good overview of concussion assessment and rehabilitation, whilst challenging my current concussion knowledge and clinical practice.

What's Included In This Course?

  • Video presentations

    Engaging audiovisual video presentations.

  • Slide handouts provided

    Download and keep a copy of the slide handouts from the video presentations.

  • Quiz

    Test your understanding and find areas for review.

  • Study Time

    7 hrs (online learning)

  • CPD Certificate Provided

    Download your CPD certificate on completion.

  • Access to online course

    12 months

  • Morning & Afternoon Tea Provided

Cancelation Terms & Conditions

Physio Academy may cancel a course due to insufficient registrations.  In this instance a full refund will be given.

Registrant Cancelations

  • For cancellations more than 8 weeks before the course: full refund less a $50 admin fee.
  • For cancellations up to 4 weeks before the course: 50% refund less a $50 admin fee.
  • For cancellations less than 4 weeks’ notice: no refund will be given.*
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Masks

  • The Mask policy for each course is determined by the venue and will be communicated to you.


*We understand that sometimes the unavoidable happens and people can't attend a course due to illness, a family situation, or other last-minute reasons. In this case, we give you the option to find a suitable health professional to take your place on the course. Let us know their contact details (name, email, mobile number) so we can transfer your enrolment to them. And you sort out payment with them. The cancellation policy applies to your replacement as well. 

We recommend you consider travel insurance for flights and accommodation in case of course disruptions or cancellations.

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Instructors

Instructor Dusty Quinn

MMPty, BSc (Hons)

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.

Instructor Bronagh Quinn

BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy

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.