KPTA Spring 2020 Conference

Sleep is essential for proper functioning of the body and is therefore a critical component of optimal health. Sleep disruptions occur in 1/3 of the US population and frequently occur in individuals with various conditions that are typically treated by PTs and PTAs. Therefore, knowledge about sleep and skills to screen for sleep disorders and to promote quality sleep are necessary for healthcare providers to promote health and facilitate optimal outcomes. This session will provide an overview of sleep and a discussion of the impact of sleep on body structures and functions. The presenter will provide practical information to screen for the most common sleep disorders and information that can be integrated into practice to promote sleep health.

RED-S (relative energy deficiency in sport) occurs when athlete’s caloric intake does not meet their energy expenditure. This can cause a cascade of physical and mental issues such as decreased bone density, impaired immune system function, prolonged injury recovery, and a decline in physical performance.

Athletes have been affected by RED-S for years but with the increase of clean eating, fad diets, and elimination diets it is more important than ever to be able to recognize the signs and symptoms in young athletes and get them the professional help they need sooner rather than later.

Physical therapists and dietitians are often part of a multidisciplinary team that works with many of these athletes and have prolonged interactions with them that puts them in the unique position to identify treat, and prevent RED-S. Early identification and prevention are especially important because injuries are a time when athletes are prone to disordered eating. This presentation will equip the audience with the ability to do just that.

Throughout our careers in physical therapy we will encounter many patients who suffer from or are at risk for arthritis. We are often tasked with helping patients manage their arthritis pain and helping them to prevent disability. This presentation will explore a few CDC recommended physical activity programs designed for adults with arthritis. We will also discuss the importance of counseling your patients on the positive effects of physical activity in self-management of arthritis symptoms and referring patients to appropriate programming after discharge from therapy.

There is increased awareness regarding healthy brain aging worldwide with the goal of delaying the onset set of dementia. Evidence continue and the message that heart health for brain health. Physical therapists and physical therapy assistants have a significant role in identifying cardiovascular risk factors and educating their patients/clients on reducing sitting time and engaging in regular physical activity. This session will address these factors in addition to focusing on how we can measure cerebrovascular response (brain blood flow) during an acute bout of exercise and the impact of aging and chronic conditions (stroke, kidney disease) on the cerebrovascular health.

8375021. the APTA House of Delegates adopted a new vision statement in 2013 – transforming society by optimizing movement to improve the human experience – more of the work of the physical therapy profession has taken on this charge to think bigger, broader, and more inclusively about the impact physical therapy can and should have on the larger society. How is the physical therapy profession moving the needle forward, though, in the arena of health and wellness while addressing social determinants of health? Join this interactive, thought-provoking session to learn about innovative advancements occurring in health and wellness in two largely-ignored populations for health and wellness: the un/under-insured population and the progressive multiple sclerosis population. Leave with an understanding of structural models for implementation, as well as a well-rounded concept of the challenges facing these populations in their journeys along the health and wellness continuum. Take home a few readily implementable ideas, along with the empowerment to make a difference in your own community.

Do you frequently provide education to your clients to exercise or to start another health-promoting behavior only to have them not do it? Simply providing education to clients to change a behavior (ie. start an exercise program, eat a healthier diet, improve sleep health) is often not sufficient to produce and sustain behavior change. Health coaching is a growth-promoting relationship that empowers the client to self-discover behavior change strategies through goal setting, problem solving, and building self-efficacy. This session will provide an overview of coaching and a discussion of the theories and models that are used during coaching. The attendees will practice coaching techniques and apply coaching techniques through case studies.

Learn the benefits of using uniquely designed Nordic walking poles for active rehabilitation. This introduction will provide an overview of Nordic walking aka Urban poling including: general health benefits and research for this form of fitness and rehabilitation (280+ studies on PubMed). Both the Activator technique for improving balance and gait retraining as well as the traditional Nordic walking technique for increasing gait speed, stride and core strengthening will be taught.

This session will present an overview of the societal impact of different pelvic floor health conditions, and how physical therapists can help to reduce this impact on the lives of these individuals. Information on how hip and low back kinematics can contribute to pelvic floor dysfunctions will also be touched on, along with evidence based treatment options.

In this session you will learn about the practical applications of the evidence-based Activator program for pre and post rehabilitation for orthopedics, neurological conditions and cancer. Learn innovative exercises with poles for pre/post hip and knee surgery, breast cancer rehab, Parkinson’s and how to increase flexibility, posture, balance and movement of the affected side for stroke clients.

Modern working life has become increasingly stressful to many of us, with ever-growing demands lurking in the back of our minds as constant reminders that bringing home the bacon is no piece of cake. Job burnout is a special type of work-related stress — a state of physical or emotional exhaustion that can have serious consequences. Are you worried that this might happen to you?

The evening will conclude with a 3 hours program with presentations covering Human Trafficking, Telehealth and our Keynote Speaker Dan Meers aka KC Wolf.  See additional information on Don Meers in the Event Brochure and Handouts.  

Human Trafficking in Kansas

Human trafficking is based on recruiting, harboring and transporting people solely for the purpose of exploitation. It is one of the fastest growing criminal industries in the world. Healthcare providers are in a unique position to help identify and assist potential victims. This course will provide an overview of human trafficking in Kansas, common indicators of human trafficking in a healthcare setting, a basic review of state and federal human trafficking laws, strategies for intervention and assessment of potential victims and best practices for trauma-informed care.

Expanding Access to PT via Telehealth

Objectives:

• Explore the benefits and barriers of telemedicine & telehealth
• Identify the necessary components of an organizational assessment for telehealth readiness by examining one such tool (eSTART)
• Review technical advances in telehealth to increase familiarity with existing technologies and capabilities in the telehealth domain
• Review Research concerning telehealth and Physical Therapy
• Review known aspects of the new Kansas Telemedicine Act

COURAGEOUS LEADERSHIP – LIVING A LIFE OF INFLUENCE

On November 23, 2013, Dan Meers came within inches of losing his life while practicing a bungee jump and zip line stunt at Arrowhead Stadium… home of the Kansas City Chiefs. What Dan anticipated being the thrill of a lifetime ended up being the spill of a lifetime. The stunt went terribly wrong and Dan plummeted 75 feet before crashing into the stadium seats. Miraculously Dan survived. He spent 9 days in the hospital and got some really big scars. Dan smiles when he says, “Scars are just Tattoos that come with a Cool Story”. During this powerful presentation Dan shares his incredible story and the important lessons that he learned during his long road to recovery about leadership and about life.

Join an urban poling instructor for a fun and easy sunrise or sunset workout either to jumpstart your day with a revitalizing walk! Did you know that just by adding poles to your walk you can burn a minimum of 20% more calories compared to regular walking? Come out for an opportunity to fit in an enjoyable low impact exercise session for yourself, while learning why Nordic walking aka urban poling is quickly becoming one of the fastest growing forms of fitness and tool for rehabilitation globally!

Demo poles to be provided.

Registration is required

Market forces are turning patients, employers, and communities into activist healthcare consumers. There is a significant increase in competition among providers to draw patients upstream; including a growing number of retail clinics. Consumers are trading lower premiums for higher deductibles and there has been an explosion of telehealth (604% growth from 2006 to 2015 as measured by medicare reimbursement). At first blush, convenience and affordability seem to be driving patient choices. A more nuanced understanding of consumer-based values provides physical therapists with significant strategic opportunities to re-engineer practice using a retail mind-set to meet consumer demand, create upstream value, and build non-traditional revenue streams. This course will be divided into 3, two hour segments that build upon one another to help participants understand, plan for, and develop a framework for delivering consumer-centric physical therapy services.

While there is no cost for the business meeting to KPTA members, you must register for lunch if you plan to attend.  

There is a $12 charge to cover the cost of lunch for Non-members.  

One contact hour of continuing education will be awarded for attending the Business Luncheon.