Very little exists in the literature regarding effective physical handling treatment programs for
adults with cerebral palsy. Adults with neuromotor disorders generally experience deterioration of
physical skills over time, due to lessened availability to treatment programs and secondary physical
and orthopedic issues. This article presents two different long distance consultation models for
improving functional skills in adults with long standing neuromotor disorders. A series of singlesubject anecdotal studies demonstrate that loss of functional skills can be abated and indeed
significant improvement of functional skills can be attained through specifically designed
consultation services and skilled application of treatment principles for the adult population.
1. Describe the similarities and differences between the two long distance consultation models.
2. Identify the benefits of physical handling in changing functional performance. in adults with neuromotor disorders.
3. Describe the benefits of providing treatment to adults with long standing disabilities.
4. List at least 3 key factors necessary to improving functional performance.
Level I Introductory/no prerequisites required.
Accepted by NBCOT for PDUs. Approved by the New York State PT Board, California PT Board, Illinois PT Board. For other State PT Board approvals click on CEU Course Approvals.
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