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1. Pinpoint physiological changes related to an aging client and identify how those changes influence strength training
2. Determine the flexibility and functionality of clients in regard to their current mobility
3. Incorporate strength training exercises into a comprehensive exercise program for older adults
4. Identify effective therapeutic Pilates exercises to address specific challenges facing geriatric patients in rehab
5. Identify effective therapeutic strength-training exercises to address dysfunction facing geriatric patients in rehab
6. Discuss case studies to identify successful injury rehabilitation techniques used with older adults

AGING – THE AFFECTS ON MIND AND BODY

• Distinction between functional, chronological, and biological age
• Unique physiological changes associated with older adults
• Distinctive and atypical injuries in older adults

YOGA AS A THERAPEUTIC TOOL

• Balance and breathing: The benefits of yoga for older adults
• Choosing correct yoga exercises for particular dysfunctions
• Determining effective rehabilitation programs for unique injuries
• Identifying varying levels of function and choosing appropriate modifications
• Tips for teaching older adults yoga: experiences from the field

THERAPEUTIC PILATES: EXERCISE AND INDEPENDENT-CARE FOR THE OLDER ADULT

• The Benefits
• How Pilates fits into standardized assessments
• Geriatric core training
  • Gentle and progressive Pilates
• Identifying suitable Pilates exercises for specific injuries
• Modifications of standard Pilates exercises for various levels of function
• The challenge of training
  • How to teach to an older audience
  • Lab

STRENGTH TRAINING AND THE OLDER ADULT

• The benefits
• Functional strength
  • Assessment techniques to establish strength levels
• Identifying dysfunction and designing appropriate strength training exercises
• Injuries in older adults
  • Identify effective strength training exercises for specific injuries
• Strength training and the older adult
  • Successful strategies for teaching
  • Lab

MIND-BODY AND STRENGTH PROGRAMS: COMBINING STRATEGIES FOR A WINNING PROGRAM

• Identifying injuries or possible injuries
• Pre/post-surgery assessment – The start to a successful program

DOCUMENTATION AND CASE STUDIES: THE CLINICAL ENVIRONMENT

• The benefits of utilizing Pilates, yoga, and strength training
• Case studies
  • Discovering nominal research and documentation
• Case study examples and YOUR interpretation

Deanna Lesmeister, PT, DPT, CWT, STS, CPI, CYI, has been a practicing licensed physical therapist and clinical educator for the past 25 years. Dr. Lesmeister holds numerous national certifications in Pilates, strength training, and yoga, including being a certified Pilates instructor and a national presenter in the areas of Pilates and Physical Therapy. She is also the owner of D’Pilates Yoga and Physical Therapy in Plano, Texas, which she founded in 2005. In conjunction with her practice, she also presides as the President of D’Pilates Physical Therapy and Education, a continuing education business providing certifications to physical and occupational therapists and various other healthcare professionals. With a Doctorate in physical therapy from Boston University and a Masters in Gerontology from Wichita State University in Wichita, Kansas, Dr. Lesmeister is a senior geriatric clinician and senior strength training specialist. She integrates her extensive knowledge of the relationship between body and mind with their effects on the complete health and mobility picture throughout the aging process. Dr. Lesmeister is an accomplished speaker who has developed and taught Pilates and yoga courses on a local and national scale.

Speaker Disclosures:

Financial: Deanna Lesmeister is the owner of D’Pilates Yoga & Physical Therapy, LLC. She receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc.

Non-financial: Deanna Lesmeister has no relevant non-financial relationship to disclose.

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Occupational Therapists & Occupational Therapy Assistants
No CE available for this board.

Florida Occupational Therapists & Occupational Therapy Assistant: PESI, Inc. is an approved provider with the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy. Provider Number 50-399. This self-study course qualifies for 5.7 continuing education credits.

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Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants
This self-study course consists of 5.5 clock hours of instruction that is applicable for physical therapists. CE requirements for physical therapists vary by state/jurisdiction. Please retain the certificate of completion that you receive and use as proof of completion when required.

California Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants: PESI, Inc. is recognized by the Physical Therapy Board of California as an approval agency to approve providers. This self-study lecture qualifies for 5.5 continuing competency hours.

Illinois Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants: PESI, Inc. is a Registered Physical Therapy Continuing Education Sponsor through the State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation. License #: 216.000270. This self-study course qualifies for 5.5 CE credit hours.

New York Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants: PESI, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Department, State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider for physical therapy and physical therapy assistant continuing education. This self-study course qualifies for 6.8 contact hours.

Texas Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants: This self-study activity is provided by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners Accredited Provider #2106032TX and meets continuing competence requirements for physical therapist and physical therapist assistant licensure renewal in Texas. This activity will provide 5.5 CCUs. The assignment of Texas PT CCUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by TPTA or TBPTE. Full attendance is required; no partial credits will be offered for partial attendance.

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Other Professions
This self-study activity qualifies for 5.5 clock hours of instructional content as required by many national, state and local licensing boards and professional organizations. Retain your certificate of completion and contact your board or organization for specific filing requirements.

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