Functional Taping Applications for Geriatrics & Stroke Patients – Milica McDowell
- Faculty:
- Milica McDowell
- Duration:
- 1 Hour 58 Minutes
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Copyright:
- Jul 27, 2018
Description
From joint replacements to stroke recovery, kinesiology tape has rapidly gained popularity in geriatric and neurological rehabilitation due to its unique ability to improve movement and function.
This recording explores gentle yet effective taping techniques that integrate movement and neuroscience to improve functional outcomes with stroke, balance disorders, total joint replacements, and osteoarthritis patients. This course is intended for practitioners and therapists with all levels of experience in kinesiology taping.
Handouts
| Manual – Functional Taping Applications for Geriatrics & Stroke Patients (8.93 MB) | 54 Pages | Available after Purchase |
Outline
Treatment Needs & Considerations for Geriatric & Neurological Patients
- Modern kinesiology taping applications
- Tape application/care tips
Myofascial Chains Treatment Approach
- Skin-brain connection
- Peripheral nerves
- Sensory system/receptors
- Histology of skin
Functional Taping Application Demonstration
- Taping for pain
- Joint stability
- Joint replacement
- OA
- Stroke
- Fall prevention
- Posture
Faculty
Milica McDowell, MS, DPT Related seminars and products: 9
MILICA MCDOWELL CONSULTING PLLC
Dr. Milica McDowell has been in clinical physical therapy practice for 15 years.
Following undergraduate studies in Exercise Physiology at Montana State University, Milica received her Master’s Degree from University of Colorado and her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Idaho State University, where she studied knee injuries in team sport athletes.
Milica has specialized in orthopedics and sports medicine throughout her rehab career, working with athletes of all ages and ability levels. She owns and operates Clearwater Physical Therapy, Bluebird Medical Supply Company and Epic Fitness Center.
In addition to her clinical practice and teaching in the Masters of Science in Science Education and undergraduate Human Performance Programs at Montana State University, Milica is a founder and the Chief Medical Officer of 4c Sports Injury Analytics.
Milica’s primary areas of research interest include biomechanical baseline testing, kinematic predictors of athletic injury, and postural sway as a concussion assessment tool. She is a member of APTA and NATA and volunteers her time for Ironman triathlon medical support. Milica enjoys recreating with her family, cooking, triathlon, downhill skiing and goldendoodles.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Receives a speaking honorarium and consultant honorarium from RockTape.
Non-financial: No relevant non-financial relationships exist.
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