Events

Research and clinical advances in LSVT LOUD® and LSVT BIG®

Discover recent research and clinical advances related to intensive behavioral treatment for vocal loudness (LSVT LOUD) and body movement (LSVT BIG). The webinar will include a brief review on the early research behind the development of these programs followed by an overview of the current body of research and clinical work in these areas.

What’s the BIG Idea with LSVT BIG for Parkinson’s?

Do you provide therapy to people with Parkinson’s? Discover the difference that LSVT BIG® Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy can make. Please join us for a FREE informational webinar on “What’s the BIG idea with LSVT BIG?” Monday, January 7th from 7:00–8:00 p.m. GMT* NOTE: Date and time is for London time zone which is GMT (UTC +0). In a different time zone? Click "Register Now" then click "Show in My Time Zone" Discover the scientific rationale and signature features of this evidence-based physiotherapy and occupational therapy treatment approach. The LSVT (Lee Silverman Voice Treatment) Programs for individuals with PD have been developed and researched over the past 20 years beginning with a focus on the speech motor system (LSVT LOUD®) and more recently have been extended to address limb motor systems (LSVT BIG). This presentation will: 1) briefly explain advances in neuroscience that have had a positive impact on the field of rehabilitation for individuals with PD, 2) describe development, data and key aspects of the efficacious physiotherapy and occupational therapy treatment LSVT BIG, and 3) provide details on the upcoming LSVT BIG Training and Certification Course coming to Birmingham, UK on March 23-24, 2019

Discover the difference LSVT LOUD can make!

Do you treat people with Parkinson’s? Childhood dysarthrias? Other neurological disorders? Discover the difference LSVT LOUD can make. Please join us for a FREE informational webinar on Monday, January 14th from 7:00–8:00 p.m. GMT*  Learn how LSVT LOUD Speech Therapy can enhance quality of life for your patients with proven treatment and lasting results! LSVT LOUD (Lee Silverman Voice Treatment) speech treatment for people with Parkinson disease (PD) has been developed and researched over the past 25 years. This presentation will describe development, data and key aspects of the LSVT LOUD treatment including application beyond PD to other neurological conditions and childhood dysarthrias (e.g., cerebral palsy).Details on the upcoming LSVT LOUD Training and Certification Course coming to Aveiro, Portugal on May 17-18, 2019 will be provided. Click Here to find out more info on attending  our first ever LSVT LOUD Training and Certification Course in Portugal on May 17-18, 2019  

LSVT LOUD and LSVT BIG Mythbusters: What you need to know!

Free Public Webinar Wednesday, January 16, 2018 2:00 – 3:00 PM EST  Join LSVT LOUD and LSVT BIG Experts as they address frequently asked questions and common misconceptions related to LSVT LOUD and LSVT BIG. Presenters will briefly discuss the scientific rationale and evidence for LSVT LOUD and LSVT BIG, while providing opportunities for audience members to ask questions related to LSVT LOUD and LSVT BIG. NOTE: If you are an LSVT LOUD or LSVT BIG Certified Clinician, please login to your LSVT Global Clinician Account for advanced topic webinars exclusively for you. Click Here for the full live webinar schedule

Combined Sections Meeting (CSM) – Washington, DC

Connect. Learn. Choose DC! At CSM 2019 in Washington DC, you will find your people and connect with the physical therapy community. With programming designed by all 18 of APTA's specialty sections, you'll get the information and tools you need to learn and grow. This year will bring together over 12,000 innovative and dedicated professionals for the largest conference on physical therapy in the country. With programming designed by all 18 of APTA's specialty sections, you will not want to miss this upbeat conference Come visit us at Booth Number 1751 Click here to learn more about Combined Section Meeting

Jacksonville, FL – LSVT BIG Training and Certification

UF Health Jacksonville Charter Theater/Mason Room, 2nd Floor Tower 2 580 W 8th Street, Jacksonville, FL, United States

LSVT BIG is coming to Jacksonville! The LSVT BIG Training and Certification Workshop is a two-day program designed to train physical and occupational therapy professionals and students in an evidence-based, intensive treatment protocol for individuals with Parkinson disease. LSVT BIG has application to adults with other neurological conditions. Registration Fees: $580 Professional (PT/OT, PTA/COTA) $300 Graduate/Doctoral Students $200 Previously Certified LSVT Clinicians  Continuing Education Information These courses have been approved by multiple state Physical Therapy Associations. For information specific to your state(s), click here. LSVT Global, Inc. is an AOTA Approved Provider of continuing education. Course Time: Day 1:  9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Day 2 : 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Click Here to View the Brochure

Jacksonville, FL – LSVT BIG Educational Seminar

UF Health Jacksonville Charter Theater/Mason Room, 2nd Floor Tower 2 580 W 8th Street, Jacksonville, FL, United States

"LSVT BIG is my miracle!" - Christopher B., LSVT BIG Graduate Interested in learning how LSVT BIG can help you improve your mobility, balance, walking and more? Please join us Sunday, January 27  2019 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM in Jacksonville, FL  for a Free educational seminar on LSVT BIG physical & occupational therapy for people with Parkinson's. The seminar will be presented by LSVT BIG faculty from 12:00 to 1:00 PM followed by an optional exercise session for people with PD from 1:00 until 2:00 PM. New to LSVT BIG?  Come and learn! LSVT BIG Graduate?  Come and help our therapists learn while getting a "tune-up" of your LSVT BIG exercises! People with Parkinson's, atypical PD, family members, friends, and other healthcare professionals who want to learn more about how LSVT BIG are welcome. This seminar is offered at no cost to participants.  *Light snacks and refreshments will be served. Click Here to download a seminar flyer.  

Spread of Effects of LSVT LOUD: More than Increased Loudness

Free Public Webinar Wednesday, February 20, 2019 2:00 – 3:00 PM EST  You may be aware that LSVT LOUD results in a louder voice, but did you also know that research has documented a spread of effects into other areas of communication as well? Join LSVT LOUD Expert Clinicians as they present research demonstrating improvements in articulation, facial expression, swallowing, neural imaging and other areas related to the speech motor system. Participants will walk away with an understanding that loudness can be a key to unlocking improvements in overall communication! NOTE: If you are an LSVT LOUD or LSVT BIG Certified Clinician, please login to your LSVT Global Clinician Account for advanced topic webinars exclusively for you. Click Here for the full live webinar schedule

Nashville, TN – LSVT BIG Training and Certification

Saint Thomas West Hospital 4220 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN, United States

LSVT BIG is coming to Nashville, TN! The LSVT BIG Training and Certification Workshop is a two-day program designed to train physical and occupational therapy professionals and students in an evidence-based, intensive treatment protocol for individuals with Parkinson disease. LSVT BIG has application to adults with other neurological conditions. Registration Fees: $580 Professional (PT/OT, PTA/COTA) $300 Graduate/Doctoral Students $200 Previously Certified LSVT Clinicians  Continuing Education Information These courses have been approved by multiple state Physical Therapy Associations. For information specific to your state(s), click here. LSVT Global, Inc. is an AOTA Approved Provider of continuing education. Course Time: Day 1:  9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Day 2 : 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Click Here to View the Brochure

Nashville, TN – LSVT BIG Educational Seminar

Saint Thomas West Hospital 4220 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN, United States

"The program helped me gain increased activity levels, mobility, flexibility and a new lease on life." -  Cheryl W., LSVT BIG Graduate Interested in learning how LSVT BIG can help you improve your mobility, balance, walking and more? Please join us Sunday, February 24, 2019 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Saint Thomas Midtown Hospital in Nashville for a Free educational seminar on LSVT BIG physical & occupational therapy for people with Parkinson's. The seminar will be presented by LSVT BIG faculty from 12:00 to 1:00 PM followed by an optional exercise session for people with PD from 1:00 until 2:00 PM. New to LSVT BIG?  Come and learn! LSVT BIG Graduate?  Come and help our therapists learn while getting a "tune-up" of your LSVT BIG exercises! People with Parkinson's, atypical PD, family members, friends, and other healthcare professionals who want to learn more about how LSVT BIG are welcome. This seminar is offered at no cost to participants.  *Light snacks and refreshments will be served. Click Here to download a seminar flyer.