Description
We shift our weight. We shift our eyes. We shift our attention. So, we can confidently say that ‘shift happens’ whether we are trying to carry out simple or complex tasks associated with activities of daily living. During this webinar, Bridgett Wallace, PT, DPT and Dr. Charlie Shearer, OD discuss:
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Bertec Vision Trainer (BVT), a cost-effective and interactive rehab solution
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A case study of a patient with hemianopia from a stroke
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How BVT is used in the clinic for visually induced motion sensitivity.
Visually Induced Dizziness (ViD), also known as Visually Induced Motion Sensitivity (VIMS), is common in both children and adults with a history of migraines, concussion, neurological, and vestibular-related disorders. However, identifying the cause(s) is often delayed, which further delays effectively managing symptoms and increases the likelihood of dizziness becoming more of a chronic and disabling condition.
Objectives
By the end of this webinar, you will be able to:
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Describe indications for use through clinical applications: visuomotor coordination, peripheral-visual field training, reaction time, visual memory, and cognition
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Recognize how to progress visual scanning tasks based on the size of the visual field, accuracy of finding targets, and visual demands of the background
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Apply rehab constructs across a variety of patient populations
Speakers
Bridgett Wallace, PT, DPT, has a doctorate of physical therapy and holds competency-based certifications in vestibular rehabilitation and concussion management. Dr. Wallace has been treating patients with dizziness and balance disorders for more than 20 years. Bridgett is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the Vestibular Disorders Association. Dr. Wallace consults and lectures both nationwide and internationally in concussion management and on vestibular disorders. She has provided consulting services to The University of Texas Athletics since 1998 and MLB Umpire Medical Services since 2011. Dr. Wallace co-authored two patents for vestibular disorders and developed an iPhone app, PLAY IT SAFE®, which was designed for sideline-concussion assessment. She has been published in the Eye & Brain Journal and has contributed to chapters in Therapeutic Exercise and Lifespan Neurorehabilitation – both textbooks used in therapy schools. Dr. Wallace was awarded the Health Care Heroes Award by the Austin Business Journal in 2011 and Distinguished Alumni Award by Texas State University Physical Therapy Department in 2013.
Charlie Shearer, OD has been a nationally recognized leader in the areas of vision therapy, visually related learning problems and sports vision enhancement. He has worked with US Olympic athletes and teams, professional and amateur athletes, and coordinated national screening of both Special Olympics and Junior Olympics. Charlie is a leader in the field of instrumentation development as related to his role of Vision Science Consultant for Bertec Corporation, as well as his work with other companies. Charlie was born in Mishawaka, Indiana. He received his undergraduate and optometry degrees from Indiana University. When Charlie returned to Mishawaka, he resumed care of the patients of retiring Dr. Lou Fishman. Soon after, Charlie relocated his practice with Jonathan Kintner, OD. Throughout his career, Charlie has had particular interest in pediatric vision, neuro-optometry, vision training and visual perceptual problems. He also has an interest in sports vision and continues to consult with the Colorado Rockies Major League Baseball team.
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