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Title: Functional Neurologic Disorder: Etiology, Presentation, and Interventions with Case Application

Speakers: Monika Juodisius, PT, DPT, and Kenneth Hellings, PT, DPT

Course Description: In this webinar, you will learn the complicated history of Functional Neurologic Disorder (FND), often known as conversion disorder, and the theories behind its presentation. We will discuss the possible presentations of individuals with motor FND and apply those concepts to recent patient case studies. As all physical therapists will want to know the most up-to-date research on how to work with our patients, we will spend some time reviewing the literature on this subject and discussing current recommendations for the treatment of FND, as well as some historical and current barriers to providing optimal care to this population. Although FND management has been neglected in the past, more evidence is emerging on the importance of understanding and recognizing the specialized treatment needed by physical therapists. With this webinar, we hope to promote readiness and knowledge to treat individuals who present with FND in your own practice.

Location: Virtual

More About the Speakers:
Monika Juodisius, PT, DPT, graduated from Ithaca College with her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2017. Monika moved to Philadelphia in 2017 and has been working as a physical therapist in the subacute setting for the past five years. Monika is always passionate about working with patients with neurological conditions and is currently completing a year-long neurological residency program at Moss Rehab.

Ken Hellings, PT, DPT, graduated from Richard Stockton University in 2013 with his BS in Biology and received his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Rutgers University in 2016. He has practiced as a physical therapist for five years, primarily in the acute care setting. His areas of professional focus have included critical care mobility and working with individuals with neurologic diagnoses. He is currently a neurological rehabilitation resident at MossRehab.

Contact Hour Approval: 1 General Contact Hour

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