2024 ROCKY MOUNTAIN ANNUAL CONFERENCE & PT EXPO: Full Schedule

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6:00am MDT

Exhibitor Set-Up

Friday September 27, 2024 6:00am - 7:00am MDT

Atrium

Friday September 27, 2024 6:00am - 7:00am MDT
Atrium

Set-Up

6:00am MDT

Poster Session Set-Up

Friday September 27, 2024 6:00am - 7:45am MDT

Forest Lounge

Friday September 27, 2024 6:00am - 7:45am MDT
Forest Lounge

Set-Up

7:00am MDT

Registration and Coffee and Exhibits Open

Friday September 27, 2024 7:00am - 8:00am MDT

Atrium

Friday September 27, 2024 7:00am - 8:00am MDT
Atrium

Registration

8:00am MDT

Dry Needling with Attention to Predominant Pain Presentations

Friday September 27, 2024 8:00am - 9:30am MDT

Elevation

With attention to pain mechanism, the clinician can provide an individualized intervention for optimal outcomes. In this session we will explore rationale for dry needling strategies for each of three mechanism-based classifications of pain: nociceptive, neuropathic, and nociplastic. This presentation will be delivered in a lecture format.

Speakers

Keri Maywhort

Dr. Maywhort is a seasoned manual therapist with extensive experience integrating dry needling into her clinical practice since 1998. Since 2008, she has instructed dry needling to graduate and post-professional learners at both introductory and advanced levels. As an adjunct faculty... Read More →

F 8am Elevation Keri Maywhort DNA COAPTA2024 Dry Needling with Attention to Predominant Pain pdf

Friday September 27, 2024 8:00am - 9:30am MDT
Elevation

General Topics

8:00am MDT

Your Patient is Ready for Discharge: Now What?

Friday September 27, 2024 8:00am - 9:30am MDT

Aspen/Blue Spruce

Participants will learn about the resources of the National Council on Aging and other evidence based community organizations, to specifically understand how these resources can improve aging adults health outcomes in positive ways. The session will begin broadly discussing the evidence from a recent publication reporting on the minimal use of such community resources followed by a description of each program’s intent. Next, a local description of available community organizations will assist physical therapists (PTs) in making this important step of awareness within their geographical community. The session continues by sharing an algorithm and visual timeline for PTs to help differentiate and consolidate the information. This information will then be applied to two uniquely different case studies to highlight the practical application of a community based focus and the individual. The session concludes with a question and answer to elevate the spirit of practicing at the highest scope for the profession.

Speakers

Shelene Thomas

Shelene Thomas, PT, DPT, EdD, GCS, FNAP is an Associate Professor of Augustana University, teaching in the areas of Geriatrics and Cardiopulmonary practice. Dr. Thomas's research interests focus on IPE which has led to positions on National IPE Consortia (NIPEC), a mentor in the American... Read More →

Minoo Mostafavifar

Minoo Mostafavifar, PT, DPT, GCS, CEEAA, CSCS is a physical therapist who works in a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) model of care. Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) is a Medicare and Medicaid program that helps meet participant’s health care... Read More →

F 8 am Aspen BS Shelene Thomas NEW CO APTA Fall Conference Sept 2024 pdf

Friday September 27, 2024 8:00am - 9:30am MDT
Aspen/Blue Spruce

Geriatric

8:00am MDT

Treating the Cervical Spine While Never Leaving The Seat (Part 1)

Friday September 27, 2024 8:00am - 9:30am MDT

Forest

This presentation will inform the participants of the development, purpose, and significance of the IFOMPT Cervical Framework. We will discuss via case study how the framework may inform decision making especially regarding risk analysis. Participants will have the opportunity for hands-on practice to address mobility impairments and motor control impairments while the patient remains seated.

Speakers

Michael House

Michael House, PT, DSc, graduated from Ithaca College in 1997 with an M.S.P.T. He completed his DScPT in 2010 from Andrews University and in the process also passed his OCS in 2008 (recertified 2018). In 2014, Dr. House completed his fellowship with NAIOMT and is a Fellow of AAOMPT.Michael... Read More →

F 8 and 10 am Forest Michael House CERVICAL SPINE IFOMPT guidelines handout2send pdf

Friday September 27, 2024 8:00am - 9:30am MDT
Forest

Orthopedic

8:00am MDT

START-Play: A Novel Approach to Early Intervention

Friday September 27, 2024 8:00am - 9:30am MDT

Tarn

This presentation will provide participants with an introduction to the evidence-based START-Play early intervention approach. Content will cover the theoretical underpinnings, findings from a recent randomized, controlled clinical trial, and key differences between START-Play and usual-care early intervention. While most content will be delivered in an interactive lecture format, the session will also include case-based, group problem-solving.

Speakers

Sandy Willett

Sandy Willett is an Associate Professor with the newly established DPT program at Colorado Mesa University in Grand Junction. New to Colorado, she spent most of her clinical and academic career on the plains of Nebraska at University of Nebraska Medical Center, Munroe-Meyer Institute... Read More →

F 8 am Tarn Sandy Willett Colorado State Meeting START Play WITHOUT videos (2) pdf

Friday September 27, 2024 8:00am - 9:30am MDT
Tarn

Pediatric

9:30am MDT

Morning Break with the Sponsors and Exhibitors and Poster Presentations

Friday September 27, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am MDT

Atrium

Friday September 27, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am MDT
Atrium

Meals/Networking Events (Non-CEU)

10:00am MDT

Breaking Free: Cash-Based Physical Therapy Revolutionizing Healthcare Beyond Insurance Constraints

Friday September 27, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am MDT

Elevation

This session will delve into the advantages and strategies of adopting a cash-based physical therapy model. It will cover essential topics such as the definition and principles of cash-based PT, navigating time constraints, effective marketing, and patient education techniques. Additionally, financial management, including pricing strategies and cost control, will be discussed to ensure sustainability in practice. This comprehensive outline is designed to equip practitioners with the knowledge to revolutionize their practice beyond traditional insurance constraints.

Speakers

David Bruton

I'm David Bruton Jr., a former NFL veteran with 8 years of experience. I graduated from the University of Notre Dame and completed the Physical Therapy program at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Now, I'm the owner of Between the Lines Physical Therapy in Centennial... Read More →

Cash BasedPresentation David B handout updated pdf

Friday September 27, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am MDT
Elevation

General Topics

10:00am MDT

Fall Prevention: OT and PT Working Together

Friday September 27, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am MDT

Aspen/Blue Spruce

The purpose of this session is to teach physical therapists strategies to prevent falls in their patients' lives through collaboration with occupational therapy professionals. Taking a multi discipline, team-oriented approach, it allows for more robust interventions and improved clinical outcomes. Examples of successful cooperative efforts in multiple settings will be shared including skilled nursing, home health and mobile outpatient. PTs will hopefully walk away from this session feeling empowered with ideas of how they can interface with OT to maximize results for patients.

Speakers

Krista Covell-Pierson

Krista Covell-Pierson, OTR/L, BCB-PMD owns a private-practice, Covell Care and Rehabilitation, helping clients be safe, independent and engaged in their homes and communities via a one-of-a-kind model through OT, PT, SLP, driving rehab, pelvic health, fitness trainers, and massage... Read More →

F 10 am Aspen BS Krista Covell Pierson APTA Colorado Fall Prevention pdf

Friday September 27, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am MDT
Aspen/Blue Spruce

Geriatric, Neurologic

10:00am MDT

Treating the Cervical Spine While Never Leaving The Seat (Part 2)

Friday September 27, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am MDT

Forest

CONTINUED - Part 2: This presentation will inform the participants of the development, purpose, and significance of the IFOMPT Cervical Framework. We will discuss via case study how the framework may inform decision making especially regarding risk analysis. Participants will have the opportunity for hands-on practice to address mobility impairments and motor control impairments while the patient remains seated.

Speakers

Michael House

F 8 and 10 am Forest Michael House CERVICAL SPINE IFOMPT guidelines handout2send pdf

Friday September 27, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am MDT
Forest

Orthopedic

10:00am MDT

Invite What You Want to See - A Paradigm Shift for Pediatric Physical Therapy Patients

Friday September 27, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am MDT

Tarn

The purpose of this presentation is to reframe how a PT assesses an individual child’s impairments and subsequent therapeutic interventions. In particular when the child’s sensorineural-motor systems do not respond in the way the therapist expected. This paradigm was first published by Christine Robenalt, PT, in the 2022 book, Integrative Lifestyle Medicine for Physical Therapists. It is a simple yet encompassing approach that can be applied to pediatric clients, but also to any client who does not appear to improve or progress as anticipated. This paradigm is multi-system. It takes into account the entire child (or client) and emphasizes a strengths-based approach for clinicians and caregivers. The key components of the paradigm include, 1) Invite what you want to see; 2) Increase novelty or fun; 3) Create safety by altering sensory stimuli which is interfering with learning; 4) Start with what the child (patient) is successful with even if it is the opposite of what was desired by the PT. 5) Always act with love and respect for the child (patient), assuming positive intent.

Speakers

Christine Robenalt

Christine is a pediatric physical therapist, wife, and mother to three children. Since 2012, she has been a pioneer in the use of live video visits to provide children in Colorado and Arizona with physical therapy services. She incorporates additional training in nutrition education... Read More →

F 10 am Tarn Christine Robenalt Audience Slides Invite What You Want to See pdf

Friday September 27, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am MDT
Tarn

Pediatric

11:30am MDT

Lunch

Friday September 27, 2024 11:30am - 12:15pm MDT

Elevation

Friday September 27, 2024 11:30am - 12:15pm MDT
Elevation

Meals/Networking Events (Non-CEU)

12:15pm MDT

Platform Presentations

Friday September 27, 2024 12:15pm - 1:00pm MDT

Elevation

Friday September 27, 2024 12:15pm - 1:00pm MDT
Elevation

Platform Presentations

1:00pm MDT

Imaging Choices for Physical Therapists: Navigating The Maze (Part 1)

Friday September 27, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm MDT

Elevation

Background: Physical therapists are integral to the recovery of health, function, and wellness of patients.
Physical therapists have broadened their practices and are now encountering patients who seek help and guidance outside the narrow area that initially brought them to the physical therapy office.

Need: Physical therapists in Colorado are permitted to order appropriate imaging examinations for their patients but may lack the preparatory background needed to order the most useful imaging test.

Presentation Description: This presentation is based on the presenter's 35-year history of practicing in the outpatient imaging environment, during which he was personally involved in the implementation of CT, Ultrasound, MRI, PET, and other tests. He has introduced hundreds of specialists and non-specialists to these tests and has helped them establish methods for determining which test to order. This presentation attempts to simplify and organize an approach to the selection and understanding of the best test for the individual patient.

Speakers

John Sherman

Dr. John L. Sherman graduated from Tufts Medical School in Boston with an MD in 1976. He completed his internship, radiology residency, and neuroradiology fellowship at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, DC. Dr. Sherman continued to practice as an active-duty radiologist... Read More →

Scott Rezac

Dr. Rezac graduated from the University of Southern California in 2001 with his Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree, is a Board Certified Orthopedic Specialist, and a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists. He has been involved with the utilization... Read More →

Friday September 27, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm MDT
Elevation

General Topics

1:00pm MDT

Body and Mind, Better Together: Interdisciplinary Approaches to Maximized Neurological Rehabilitation in Traumatic and Non-Traumatic Brain Injuries

Friday September 27, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm MDT

Aspen/Blue Spruce

This presentation offers a comprehensive look at innovative and interdisciplinary approaches to rehabilitation for individuals with various neurological injuries. The session focuses on evidence-based methods for assessing fall risk from a cognitive perspective and implementing dual-tasking techniques that engage both cognitive and motor functions simultaneously. Drawing from over two decades of clinical experience, the presenters will also share their expertise in developing and implementing a JCAHO-certified brain injury program.

Attendees will gain insights into:
1. The neuroscience of cognitive processing (attention, types of memory, executive functioning: self-awareness/monitoring,
emotional/ behavioral/cognitive self-control) and the impact of medications
2. Effective cognitive and motor dual-tasking methods for rehabilitation with specific guidelines on their implementation
3.Strategies and procedures for developing a JCAHO-certified brain injury program
4.Techniques for preventing harm to patients, families, and staff
5.Best practices for patient management from admission to discharge

The presentation will combine lecture format with interactive role-playing activities, promoting audience engagement and practical application of concepts. Multiple case studies/examples will be presented and discussed for deeper insights and understanding.

Speakers

Erica Platil, PT (Czech Republic), PTA, ATC, CBIS

Erica Platil brings 30 years of experience in physical medicine and rehabilitation, specializing in fall risk assessment and cognitive-motor dual tasking methods. As a Certified Brain Injury Specialist, she co-developed a Brain Injury Rehabilitation Program aimed at JACO Certification... Read More →

Irene H. Kim, M.A., CCC-SLP, CBIS, CSRP

Irene Kim serves as Lead Speech Pathologist/Neurological Content Expert with 22+ years of diverse experience. She studied at CU-Boulder, completed internship at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston and fellowship in Northern California. She dedicates herself to collaborative approaches... Read More →

F 1pm Aspen BS Erica Platil Body and Mind Copy2 pdf

Friday September 27, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm MDT
Aspen/Blue Spruce

Neurologic

1:00pm MDT

Treating, Evaluating, and Referring Pediatric Patients for the Primary Care Physical Therapist

Friday September 27, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm MDT

Tarn

This presentation will provide attendees with evidence-based methods of evaluating and treating common pediatric diagnoses that may be seen in a rural or orthopedic physical therapy setting. This presentation will also discuss when to refer to a pediatric physical therapy specialist and/or orthotist. This presentation will include: review of current literature, prognostic variables, clinical reasoning, and case studies. It will be delivered in a lecture and question/answer format.

Speakers

Jordan Anglin

Jordan Anglin graduated from Appalachian State University with her bachelor's in Exercise Science and received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Baylor University. Since graduation, she has worked as a pediatric physical therapist at All Abilities Physical Therapy & More for... Read More →

Samantha Cohen

Dr. Samantha Cohen is a board certified pediatric physical therapist currently practicing at All Abilities Physical Therapy & More for Kids in Colorado Springs. She is also one of the owners of the clinic which is dedicated to neuro-based care for patients age 0-18. Sam teaches courses... Read More →

F 1pm Tarn Jordan Anglin Evaluating, Treating, and Referring Pediatric Patients for the Primary Care Physical Therapist pdf

Friday September 27, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm MDT
Tarn

Orthopedic, Pediatric

1:00pm MDT

Trouble in The Saddle: Pudendal Neuralgia in Cyclists

Friday September 27, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm MDT

Forest

This session will provide attendees with a general understanding of the symptoms, diagnosis, and potential treatment options for pudendal neuralgia. Information covered will include: an overview of relevant anatomy and neurophysiology, indications/contraindications for pelvic health treatment, evidence-based approaches to manual therapy and modality-based physical therapy treatment for pudendal neuralgia and its sequalae. The presentation will be delivered in a lecture and hands-on lab format with the presenter available to guide attendees and answer questions.

Speakers

Nathan Wrzesinski, DPT

Nathan Wrzesinski is a fellowship trained manual physical therapist with specialty training in men's and women's pelvic health currently practicing in Colorado Springs, CO. His future goals are to complete his training with Herman and Wallace to receive the Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner... Read More →

F 1pm Forest Nathan Wrzesinski Trouble In The Saddle pdf

Friday September 27, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm MDT
Forest

Orthopedic

2:30pm MDT

Afternoon Break with the Sponsors and Exhibitors and Poster Presentations

Friday September 27, 2024 2:30pm - 3:00pm MDT

Atrium

Friday September 27, 2024 2:30pm - 3:00pm MDT
Atrium

Meals/Networking Events (Non-CEU)

3:00pm MDT

Vestibular Screening and Intervention in the Emergency Department: Maximizing Value and Optimizing Referrals

Friday September 27, 2024 3:00pm - 4:30pm MDT

Aspen/Blue Spruce

This session is intended to increase the acute care therapist's confidence in differential diagnosis of acute vestibular disorders most commonly seen within the Emergency Department, promote understanding of the indications and contraindications for acute vestibular intervention within this setting, and to provide guidance for acute and post-acute specialist referrals and discharge recommendations. The presentation will be delivered in a lecture-only format, with emphasis placed on review of evidence-based clinical practice guidelines.

Speakers

Kaci DeWitt-Rickards

Kaci DeWitt-Rickards received her B.S. in Education from the University of Miami in 2011 and her DPT from the University of Maryland at Baltimore in 2014. The majority of her career has been focused on treatment of the geriatric patient population, with special interest areas in the... Read More →

F 3pm Aspen BS Kaci DeWitt Rickards EDVestibularTherapyV3 pdf

Friday September 27, 2024 3:00pm - 4:30pm MDT
Aspen/Blue Spruce

Acute Care

3:00pm MDT

Imaging Choices for Physical Therapists: Navigating The Maze (Part 2)

Friday September 27, 2024 3:00pm - 4:30pm MDT

Elevation

CONTINUED: Background: Physical therapists are integral to the recovery of health, function, and wellness of patients.
Physical therapists have broadened their practices and are now encountering patients who seek help and guidance outside the narrow area that initially brought them to the physical therapy office.

Need: Physical therapists in Colorado are permitted to order appropriate imaging examinations for their patients but may lack the preparatory background needed to order the most useful imaging test.

Presentation Description: This presentation is based on the presenter's 35-year history of practicing in the outpatient imaging environment, during which he was personally involved in the implementation of CT, Ultrasound, MRI, PET, and other tests. He has introduced hundreds of specialists and non-specialists to these tests and has helped them establish methods for determining which test to order. This presentation attempts to simplify and organize an approach to the selection and understanding of the best test for the individual patient."

Speakers

Scott Rezac

John Sherman

F 3pm Elevation Scott Rezac What to order when pdf

Friday September 27, 2024 3:00pm - 4:30pm MDT
Elevation

General Topics

3:00pm MDT

The "Pain in The Butt" Patient: Orthopedic Assessment and Treatment of the Pelvic Health Patient

Friday September 27, 2024 3:00pm - 4:30pm MDT

Forest

This session will provide attendees with a general understanding of the assessment and treatment of simple pelvic health issues in an orthopedic setting and when to refer to a pelvic health specialist. Information covered will include: an overview of relevant anatomy and neurophysiology, indications/contraindications for pelvic health treatment, evidence-based approaches to orthopedic assessment and treatment of the spine and pelvis, and case studies involving pelvic health and orthopedic presentations. The presentations will be delivered in a lecture and hands-on lab format with the presenter available to guide attendees and answer questions.

Speakers

Nathan Wrzesinski, DPT

F 3pm Forst Nathan Wrzesinski The Pain in The Butt Patient pdf

Friday September 27, 2024 3:00pm - 4:30pm MDT
Forest

Orthopedic

3:00pm MDT

Secondary Students with Cognitive Impairments: Functional Changes with Group Interval Training

Friday September 27, 2024 3:00pm - 4:30pm MDT

Tarn

Evidence continues to support that many individuals with significant cognitive impairments and medical conditions are at risk for obesity and sedentary lifestyles. School-based physical therapists are in a unique position to help promote physical fitness and wellness in at-risk populations. A multidisciplinary school-based team created and implemented an 8-week interval fitness program for students with cognitive impairments. This session brings to light many thought-provoking questions and discussions. Is a physical education class enough to create functional changes in at-risk populations or prevent a decline in function? Are minimal or consultative physical therapy services meeting high school student needs? What is the role of the physical therapist in supporting physical education classes or center-based programs? How does function correlate with participation? This program challenges the traditional school-based model of service delivery and highlights the need for ongoing intervention for at-risk populations.

Speakers

Holly Ingham

Holly Ingham, DPT, ATP, PCS joined the University of Colorado in 2022 as a part-time faculty member. In this role, she helps to support the Clinical Education team and the Pediatric track. She continues to practice part-time as a school-based PT at Aurora Public Schools. Dr. Ingham... Read More →

Amy Oeffling

Amy Oeffling earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from CU Health Sciences Center in 2007. After graduating, she spent 11 years in Acute Care and Acute Rehab at University of Colorado Hospital, and she became Board Certified in Neurology in 2013. In 2018, Dr. Oeffling began... Read More →

F 3 pm Tarn Holly Ingham Presentation Slides pdf

Friday September 27, 2024 3:00pm - 4:30pm MDT
Tarn

Pediatric

5:00pm MDT

"Tap into Mentorship" - Social for Professionals and Students

Friday September 27, 2024 5:00pm - 6:30pm MDT

Breckenridge Brewery & Pub

Providing a social setting for professionals and students to engage while introducing the New Professionals Community. Join us at Brewery & Pub at 600 South Main Street Breckenridge, CO 80424 which is a short 5-minute walk down South Park Avenue to Main.

Friday September 27, 2024 5:00pm - 6:30pm MDT
Breckenridge Brewery & Pub 600 South Main Street Breckenridge, CO 80424

Meals/Networking Events (Non-CEU)