Physical therapy
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Intensive Therapy for Pediatric Populations: Can LSVT Really Work?
Are you seeing your pediatric neuromotor clients 1 or 2 times per week “forever” but not really seeing any big changes in function from week to week? Or is your child receiving low dose therapy and their results seem to have stalled? It does not have to be that way… For the last 20 years, ongoing research has documented the use of LSVT LOUD to improve speech in children with cerebral palsy and Down syndrome. You may have heard of the wide use of LSVT LOUD and LSVT BIG for Parkinson’s, but these intensive therapy protocols integrate all the key ingredients that promote brain change and motor learning in children too. Join us for this special 90-minute webinar where you will hear from researchers and real-world pediatric therapists discussing how LSVT LOUD speech therapy and LSVT BIG physical therapy have given their clients amazing results in a very short amount of time. You will learn the rationale, hear about the research, and see clinical case study videos on LSVT treatments for a variety of clients with cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism, and more. Learn how to determine if LSVT may be beneficial for a client or a child you know
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Everything you need to know about LSVT LOUD® and LSVT BIG®: A guide for people with PD and those who support them!
Do you help support and care for someone who is receiving LSVT LOUD or LSVT BIG? You can be a key part of optimizing their success in achieving and maintaining a louder voice and bigger movements in daily life. Tune in for a general overview of the treatments, recommendations on how to help facilitate homework and carryover exercises outside of the treatment sessions, and suggestions for motivation and encouragement. Intended Audience: Individuals with PD and their caregivers
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Got a Challenging Case? How LSVT LOUD® and LSVT BIG® Can Help Complex Clients
Do you serve clients with complex conditions and are wondering if and how LSVT treatments can be helpful for them? Join LSVT LOUD and LSVT BIG Experts for a discussion on treating individuals with challenging diagnoses such as advanced or atypical PD, other neurological conditions, and pediatric cases. Learn about characteristics specific to more complex populations as well as treatment strategies and adaptations available within the LSVT protocols. Intended Audience: Allied Health Professionals
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From Classroom to Clinic: LSVT Training and Certification Options for University Programs
At LSVT Global, we believe it’s critical to equip students with training in solid, evidence-based treatments so they are prepared for clinical practice. Join this one-hour webinar to learn about training opportunities that are available to Speech, Physical, and Occupational Therapy students and faculty at a discounted price. Discover how the learning plan can be customized so students can take the course independently, together as a group, or a blend of both. University faculty will learn about how the online LSVT courses can be built into the curriculum, different lab and practice options, and how to facilitate the best student experience. Clinical and fieldwork instructors will learn about practical benefits of LSVT student certification. Intended Audience: University students and faculty members, clinical instructors, academic fieldwork coordinators
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Life after LSVT Treatments: Strategies for maintaining improved movement and communication
Are you wondering how you can maintain your gains in movement and/or communication after you complete LSVT BIG or LSVT LOUD? Join LSVT Faculty as they discuss homework resources, tune-up sessions, the LSVT Coach® software program to support in-home LSVT LOUD practice, BIG for LIFE and LOUD for LIFE maintenance classes for LSVT graduates, and our newly launched LSVT for LIFE web-based exercise platform. Learn how to optimize your success during LSVT treatment and maintain your gains for years to come! Intended Audience: Individuals with PD or another neurological condition
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Going Back to our Roots: The Role of Habit Training in LSVT BIG®
Eleanor Clarke Slagle, considered to be the "mother" of occupational therapy, proposed habit training as a primary occupational therapy model of treatment based upon the philosophy that engagement in meaningful routines shapes a person's wellbeing. Learn how current research supports this theory and the role of LSVT BIG as an evidence-based treatment protocol in delivery of “habit training” for people with Parkinson’s disease and other neurological conditions. Intended Audience: Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants
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Remote Therapeutic Monitoring for SLPs: Support Better Patient Outcomes while Getting Recognized & Reimbursed for Work You’re Already Doing
Remote Therapeutic Monitoring (RTM) can transform how speech-language pathologists (SLPs) in outpatient and private practice settings support patients beyond the clinic while getting recognized and reimbursed for work we’re often already doing. While RTM is still unfamiliar to our field, this presentation aims to change that by introducing RTM's core concepts and clinical rationale, and demonstrating how seamlessly it can fit into daily practice. The session includes time for questions and discussion of real-world clinical implementation. Whether you are a practice owner focused on growth or a clinician seeking greater patient engagement and validation of your between-session efforts, this presentation offers practical guidance for successfully implementing RTM as an SLP. Intended Audience: Speech-Language Pathologists - whether LSVT LOUD–certified or not Presenter: Alyssa Antcliff, MS, CCC-SLP CEO, IndiAide
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Amplifying Unheard Voices: Unique Symptom Presentation and LSVT Care for Black Women with Parkinson’s
Parkinson’s disease affects people of all backgrounds, yet Black women face unique challenges at the intersection of race and gender that compound barriers to quality care. This presentation examines how the overlapping effects of being both Black and female create distinct obstacles in diagnosis, treatment, and support that differ from those experienced by other demographic groups. Learn about the differences in symptom presentation, the impact of hormonal influences, and how intersectional identities shape the healthcare experience. Discover evidence-based strategies for providing culturally responsive care that addresses these layered challenges. Whether you’re a clinician or researcher, this presentation will equip you with essential insights for advancing health equity in Parkinson’s care. Intended Audience: Healthcare professionals, researchers, individuals with Parkinson’s and their loved ones Presenter: Valeria Gary, MA, CCC-SLP, Cognition and Parkinson’s Specialist Continuing Education Information: This webinar is available for 0.1 ASHA CEUs for speech-language pathologists. Other professionals can request a certificate to self-report CE activity.
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Fostering Purpose in Lewy Body Dementia and Parkinson’s: Clinical Strategies with LSVT BIG® and LSVT LOUD®
In recognition of Lewy Body Dementia Awareness Month, this webinar invites speech-language pathologists, physical therapists, and occupational therapists to explore how to help patients living with Lewy body dementia, Parkinson’s disease, and related neurological conditions maintain a sense of purpose through daily life. Learn how evidence-based interventions like LSVT BIG and LSVT LOUD can support functional independence, communication, and meaningful engagement. We’ll discuss strategies for translating these therapies into individualized care plans that empower patients to continue participating in activities that matter to them - whether hobbies, social interactions, volunteer work, or other personally significant pursuits. By focusing on purposeful living, allied health professionals can help patients preserve confidence, autonomy, and quality of life - turning therapy into a tool for meaningful, empowered engagement beyond diagnosis. Intended Audience: Physical and occupational therapy professionals and students; speech-language pathology professionals and students
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Purposeful Living Beyond Diagnosis: Finding Empowerment through LSVT BIG® and LSVT LOUD®
Purpose doesn’t disappear with a diagnosis - it evolves. In honor of Lewy Body Dementia Awareness Month, this empowering webinar explores how individuals living with Lewy body dementia, Parkinson’s disease, and related neurological conditions can reconnect with meaningful activity through evidence-based therapies like LSVT BIG and LSVT LOUD. Discover how these innovative approaches improve movement and voice, while also reigniting confidence, autonomy, and engagement in daily life. From gardening and singing to volunteering, conversation, and countless other meaningful activities, purposeful living is possible - and powerful. Intended Audience: Caregivers and individuals living with Lewy body dementia, Parkinson’s disease, or related neurological conditions