OVERVIEW

Introduction to Vestibular Rehabilitation and Concussion is organized by DConline.

Course Dates: Dec 21, 2022 - Jan 7, 2024

Course Description:
This four-hour course will focus on the anatomy and physiology of the vestibular system and how to evaluate for dysfunctions in this area with a focus on the effects of concussion. Initial rehabilitation for the patient with vestibular involvement will also be discussed.

Outline:
• Anatomy & Physiology: This module will focus on the components, location, and functioning of the vestibular system. It will also detail how the system works to maintain balance and introduce some of the measures used to determine when the system is not working as it should. Approximate time to complete: 30 minutes.
• Equilibrium and Balance: This module will focus on how the vestibular system contributes to equilibrium and balance and how injury to this area can impact these functions. Approximate time to complete: 45 minutes.
• Concussion and Dizziness: This module will review the topic of concussion and how it is assessed as well as the two types of concussion and how the vestibular system plays a role in the labyrinthine. Approximate time to complete: 45 minutes.
• Assessment: This module will discuss the various types of assessment for both concussion and vestibular disorders and how the various parts come together for the care of the patient. Approximate time to complete: 45 minutes.
• Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV): This module will review the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of BPPV. Approximate time to complete: 45 minutes
• Vestibular Rehabilitation: This module will review the various forms of vestibular rehab while providing several practical examples to incorporate in practice for the care of patients with these dysfunctions, including post-concussion. Approximate time to complete: 30 minutes.
• Conclusion: This section will summarize the key topics of the course and emphasize the impact of vestibular disorders on the patient care we provide. Approximate time to complete: 5 minutes.

Objectives:
• Understand the anatomy of the vestibular system
• Understand how the impact of a concussion could result in an injury to this system.
• Understand the differences between a labyrinthine and a cortical concussion and how they may differ in management.
• Learn several assessment tools for injuries to the vestibular system.
• Learn several rehabilitation techniques based on the possible findings.