Join Us For CEUs and Modality Training Aug 1-3
In partnership with CIAO, Richmar’s Physical Agent Modalities CEU course will be held in Newark, NJ on August 1-3.
This course has been approved by the New Jersey Occupational Therapy Advisory Council for 30 contact hours Pursuant to: N.J.A.C 13:44-5.4.
Physical Agent Modalities (PAMs) is designed to educate occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants on the use of electrophysical agents, including electrical stimulation (pulsed, alternating, and direct current) and superficial and deep thermal agents (ultrasound, shortwave diathermy, and laser). This course is also open to PT/PTAs and Athletic Trainers.
The course covers the biophysical principles of each physical agent, focusing on their physiologic effects, indications, precautions, and contraindications. You will learn the best current practices for selecting and applying physical agents based on the patient’s pathology, impairments, and functional limitations. Participants will observe, discuss, and perform these applications in both lecture and laboratory settings.
Special emphasis will be placed on the safe and effective selection of parameters, dosing intensity, and documentation of treatments. The course will prepare you in both the theory and clinical application of transcutaneous electrical stimulation (TENS), neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES), functional electrical stimulation (FES), iontophoresis, phonophoresis, and continuous and pulsed therapeutic ultrasound.
This comprehensive course includes lectures, laboratory sessions, and case studies, offering hands-on learning to ensure participants leave equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills.
Appropriate Disciplines:ATs, OT/COTAs, PT/PTAs
Course Level:Introductory
Instructional Methods:Lecture, Demonstration, Hands-On Labs, Case Studies, Problem SolvingAssessment Methods:Hands on Lab Observation, Quiz
Please bring lab attire that allows for access to the shoulder (e.g. loose fitting t-shirt, tank top etc.)
Equipment and electrodes are provided for hands-on labs. Each participant will receive a course manual at check-in.
The course length and content has been designed to meet the Physical Agent Modalities didactic training requirements for Occupational Therapists in the following states: CA, FL, ID, IL, MA, MD, NH, NJ, NM, NY, ND, PA, SD, WI, WV