An Introduction to Vestibular Rehabilitation

Therapists often have scattered pieces of knowledge about vestibular rehabilitation. This course will help you put those puzzle pieces together in a way that enables you to quickly assess and provide treatment for a patient with vestibular dysfunction. We’ll start with the comprehensive anatomy and physiology of the vestibular system then practice different diagnostic tests to assess vestibular dysfunction and guide your treatment. BPPV is covered at great length in this course, from diagnosis to treatment. Concepts will apply to clinicians without any vestibular rehabilitation experience, while still maintaining the interest and expanding the capabilities of more experienced clinicians!


As with all our manual therapy courses, this course is at least 75% hands-on lab, and will give you skills you can use immediately upon returning to the clinic!

Sat 18 May 2024

2 days, 08:00 AM - 05:30 PM

MI - Canton

Probility Physical Therapy - Canton Lilley
180 S. Lilley Rd.
Canton MI 48188
United States

Amy Yorke

  • $650.00 incl. Tax

Saturday, 18 May 2024 - Sunday, 19 May 2024

08:00 AM - 05:30 PM (2 days)

Presented by
Amy Yorke
  • $650.00 incl. Tax

Sat 18 May 2024

2 days, 08:00 AM - 05:30 PM

MI - Canton

Probility Physical Therapy - Canton Lilley
180 S. Lilley Rd.
Canton MI 48188
United States

Amy Yorke

  • $650.00 incl. Tax

Sat 7 Sep 2024

2 days, 08:00 AM - 05:30 PM

VA - Richmond

Rehab Center at Parham Doctors' Hospital
7650 E Parham Rd
Richmond VA 23294
United States

Amy Yorke

  • $650.00 incl. Tax

Saturday, 7 September 2024 - Sunday, 8 September 2024

08:00 AM - 05:30 PM (2 days)

Presented by
Amy Yorke
  • $650.00 incl. Tax

Sat 7 Sep 2024

2 days, 08:00 AM - 05:30 PM

VA - Richmond

Rehab Center at Parham Doctors' Hospital
7650 E Parham Rd
Richmond VA 23294
United States

Amy Yorke

  • $650.00 incl. Tax

Sat 7 Dec 2024

2 days, 08:00 AM - 05:30 PM

NM - Albuquerque

Presbyterian Healthplex
6301 Forest Hills Drive NE
Albuquerque NM 87109
United States

Michelle Cornwell

  • $650.00 incl. Tax

Saturday, 7 December 2024 - Sunday, 8 December 2024

08:00 AM - 05:30 PM (2 days)

Presented by
Michelle Cornwell
  • $650.00 incl. Tax

Sat 7 Dec 2024

2 days, 08:00 AM - 05:30 PM

NM - Albuquerque

Presbyterian Healthplex
6301 Forest Hills Drive NE
Albuquerque NM 87109
United States

Michelle Cornwell

  • $650.00 incl. Tax

At the completion of this seminar, the participant will be able to:

  • Describe six key components of the anatomy and physiology of the vestibular system
  • Discriminate between ten common pathophysiologic conditions of the vestibular system
  • Complete a thorough interview of a patient and hypothesize three potential diagnoses using five key questions outlined in the manual
  • Hypothesize the differential diagnosis of a mock patient who presents with vertigo versus dizziness
  • Complete a thorough examination of a patient, and compare three subjective complaints to the objective findings

At the completion of this seminar, the participant will be able to:

  • Describe six key components of the anatomy and physiology of the vestibular system
  • Discriminate between ten common pathophysiologic conditions of the vestibular system
  • Complete a thorough interview of a patient and hypothesize three potential diagnoses using five key questions outlined in the manual
  • Hypothesize the differential diagnosis of a mock patient who presents with vertigo versus dizziness
  • Complete a thorough examination of a patient, and compare three subjective complaints to the objective findings

Saturday


7:30am
Doors Open
8:00am
Lecture: Anatomy and Physiology of the Vestibular System
9:45am
Lecture: Diagnosis of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
10:15am
Lab: Diagnostic Maneuvers for BPPV
12:00pm
Lunch (on your own)
1:00pm
Lab: Treatment of BPPV
2:30pm
Lecture: Pathophysiology of Common Vestibular Disorders
3:15pm
Lecture: Taking a History
3:45pm
Lab: Oculomotor Exam
4:45pm
Questions and Review
5:30pm
Adjourn

Sunday


7:30am
Breakfast
8:00am
Lab: Review of Day 1
11:30am
Lab: Speed Drills: Oculomotor Exam and BPPV
8:30am
Lecture: Quantified Tests of Vestibular Function
10:00am
Lab: Standardized Assessment Tools
11:00am
Lab: Psychological Manifestations of Dizziness
10:45am
Lecture: Treatment Theory
12:00pm
Lunch (on your own)
1:30pm
Lecture: Treatment Intervention
3:00pm
Lab: Case Preparation and Presentations
4:30pm
Lab: Questions, Review and Post-Test
5:00pm
Adjourn

Course Instructors

Amy M. Yorke

PT, PHD

Amy has been a physical therapist since 1993. She graduated from the University of Michigan-Flint with a master’s degree in physical therapy and from Western Michigan University with a PhD in Interdisciplinary Health Sciences. She is Board Certified in Neurologic Physical Therapy. Amy has taught topics related to neurologic rehabilitation, including vestibular rehabilitation, for 20 years. She is currently on faculty at the University of Michigan-Flint and maintains an active practice through HEART, a pro bono clinic at UM-Flint.

Vestibular Rehabilitation CEU Course Instructor Headshot
Vestibular CEU Course Instructor Headshot

Michelle Cornwell

PT

Michelle received her Bachelor of Science degree from Northern Arizona University (NAU) in Exercise Science in 1991, followed by her Master’s in Physical Therapy from NAU in 1994. After spending 4 years in the inpatient hospital rehab setting, she became interested in treatment of vestibular disorders and transitioned to a hospital-based outpatient setting. Michelle received certification in Vestibular Rehabilitation through a competency based course in 2003, and went on to receive an advanced certification in Vestibular Rehabilitation in 2007 through Emory University. Since this time, Michelle has taught several courses for physical and occupational therapists, for both inpatient and outpatient settings, and has continued to further her education through advanced vestibular courses.

She believes in a strong education component when treating patients, as well as an integrated approach to their condition in order to promote self-management and return to their prior activity level. Michelle is married with 2 children and lives in Mesa, Arizona. In her spare time, she enjoys exercising, baking and spending time with friends and family.

What Attendees Are Saying

Course Brochure

Become a GLS Insider!

Become a GLS Insider! Hear from our founder, Patrick Hoban, and our other great instructors with practical insights, videos and upcoming courses delivered right to your inbox.

Exclusive GLS Content Straight to Your Inbox!

Sign up below and become a GLS Insider! You’ll receive emails about courses near you and be the first to hear of new GLS offerings and opportunities. Plus, you’ll receive monthly videos from our founder, Patrick Hoban, and our other amazing instructors with treatment demonstrations and clinical pearls.