Learn more about our LSVT Global Team member Shannon Townsend, Administrative Assistant in our corporate office. Thank you Shannon for your caring, helpful and efficient customer service for all.
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Demystify the scientific research and bring evidence-based practice to life! Learn real-world LSVT LOUD clinical tools that you can use immediately in your practice.
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You are most likely familiar with the research on LSVT LOUD® and LSVT BIG® which has shown both short term and long-term improvements in functional communication, mobility, balance and activities of daily living to name a few. Although the motor symptoms of Parkinson disease (PD) are targeted through the LSVT programs, as LSVT BIG clinicians, we know that we are simultaneously addressing the non-motor symptoms (NMS) as well, which can be barriers to calibration. These NMS include cognitive changes, sensory deficits, anxiety, depression, apathy, fatigue, pain, and sleep. Additionally, the non-motor symptoms of bladder, bowel and sexual dysfunction can commonly occur, but may be less frequently discussed when the person is coming to see us for LSVT BIG.
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Speech treatment for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) was previously unsuccessful. An approach, called LSVT LOUD, was developed in the late 1980s. At that time, LSVT LOUD was substantially different from traditional speech treatment in several ways. This article reviewed the novel concepts of this approach. These included a single focus on vocal loudness, intensive delivery, sensory retraining, and a simple and redundant treatment cue, “speak loud”.
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AOTA Annual Conference in New Orleans, LA AOTA is at the heart of the ever-expanding profession of occupational therapy, bringing companies face-to-face with professionals who fuel the growth of the industry and improve the lives of millions. Make a positive and lasting impression by interacting face-to-face with your targeted market and developing brand recognition among the profession. Visit us at Booth Number 2038 AOTA is the largest gathering of occupational therapy professions–more than 8,000 researchers, practitioners, educators, administrators, and students–and over 375 exhibitors at the 2019 Conference & Expo in New Orleans! What is AOTA? The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) is the national professional association established in 1917 to represent the interests and concerns of occupational therapy practitioners and students of occupational therapy and to improve the quality of occupational therapy services. LSVT Global Presentations 2019. Thursday, April 4, 2019 Short Course 103 Nonmotor Features in Parkinson’s Disease (PD): The Role of the OT and Considerations for Treatment Effectiveness Time: 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM Location: Conv Center 271-273 Friday, April 5, 2019 Exhibitor Sponsored Seminar The Integral Role of Occupational Therapy in a Parkinson-Specific Rehabilitation Approach Time: 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM Location: Theater 1
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On November 15 at 11:00 a.m. the ASHA Mobile Adventure game begins in Boston, MA at the 2018 ASHA Convention.
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MDS / International Congress / All International Congresses The International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society (MDS) warmly invites you to attend the International Congress of Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders® in Hong Kong from October 5-9, 2018. Preview the International Congress Scientific Program with confirmed faculty below to begin planning your International Congress schedule. MDS has organized International Congresses since 1990. Each International Congress has successfully provided an educational forum for clinical and basic discussion on a variety of movement disorders, including presentations of current research and available treatments. The purpose of the MDS International Congress is to share ideas, encourage interest among all those involved in the care and research of movement disorders, to participate in the activities of MDS, and to advance the related clinical and scientific discipline. Booth number: F10 Event Location: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre Presentation Date: Saturday, Oct.6,2018 Presentation time: 13:45-15:15 Presentation Location: Hall 3FG Abstract Number: 447 Poster Session Topic: Pediatric Movement Disorders Poster Title: Changes in chest wall intermuscular coherence and speech breathing kinematics following LSVT LOUD® in children with cerebral palsy Abstract Number: 354 Poster Session Topic: Clinical Trials, Pharmacology And Treatment Poster Title: Effects of Intensive Voice and Articulation Treatments on
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The Continuing Education Board (CEB) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) has re-approved LSVT Global, Inc. as an ASHA Approved Continuing Education (CE) Provider. ASHA Approved CE Providers are the only organizations approved to offer continuing education courses for audiologists and speech-language pathologists for ASHA Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
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Speedy PD – Race for Parkinson’s Disease The Speedy Pd has one of the most unique race courses in this area. Set at the beautiful Tuttle Creek State Park, both the 5K and 10K courses are USATF certified since 2013! Both courses are all on paved roads. The 5K course is very flat to the finish. The 10K course is also very flat and shaded throughout the course. Both courses include scenic views of the lake and a great atmosphere with volunteers and supporters lining the course. The race routes are stroller friendly, and we encourage the whole family to attend! You won’t want to miss it! The Speedy Pd 5K/10K and Family Fun Run is an event to benefit the Meadowlark Hills Parkinson Fund. The Meadowlark Parkinson Fund helps support services for the community to improve the quality of life for all those affected by Parkinson’s disease including patients, caregivers, therapists, and nurses. With this fund, Meadowlark is able to continue and expand opportunities for education, outreach, scholarships for medical purposes, medical care and a future Parkinson’s resource center for the Kansas region.
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