15th VA PRAT Virtual Grand Rounds: Assistive Technology for Sports & Recreation

Program ID Number: CRS000475
CEU Course ID: P249.13
Webinar Length of Time: 1.5 hour

Recorded Date: March 7, 2013

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PowerPoint Handouts for presentation (PDF 4.5mb)

Presenters

Kendra L. Betz, MSPT, ATP

Rehabilitation & Prosthetic Service, VA Central Office
Washington, DC
United States

Note: Faculty for this activity have been required to disclose all relationships with any proprietary entity producing health care goods or services, with the exemption of nonprofit or government organizations and non-healthcare related companies.
* No conflicts have been disclosed.

Description

Individuals with disabilities who use assistive technology often require adaptive equipment for sports and recreational pursuits. Limitations resulting from a disability are the same to the individual, regardless of the environment or context in which they participate. This 90 minute presentation provides an overview of common activities and equipment available to pursue adaptive sports and recreation. Professional skills necessary to evaluate a client, recommend equipment, and provide education and training are discussed to facilitate successful implementation of a person’s chosen recreational pursuits. Throughout the presentation, case examples are utilized to emphasize key points and successful outcomes with incorporation of relevant research findings. Additionally, funding sources are identified and resources shared to encourage AT professionals to get involved and apply their skills to adaptive sports and recreation support.

Learning Objectives

Upon attending this lecture/seminar, participants will be able to:

Identify at least 5 new sports and recreation opportunities available to participants with disabilities.
Discuss 3 components of the interdisciplinary client evaluation necessary to identify adaptive sports equipment needs.
Highlight 2 aspects of their everyday work that contribute toward positive outcomes associated with adaptive sports and recreation participation.
Locate at least 3 additional resources for adaptive sports equipment support.

References

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Nasuti G, Temple A. The risks and benefits of snow sports for people with disabilities: a review of the literature. International Journal of Rehabilitation Research. 2010:33(3):193-8.
Sporner ML, Fitzgerald SG, Dicianno BE, Collins D, Teodorski E, Pasquina PF, Cooper RA. Psychosocial impact of participation in the National Veterans Wheelchair Games and Winter Sports Clinic. Disabil Rehabil. 2009:31(5): 410-18.
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CEU Registration and Cost

0.15 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded to individuals for viewing 1.5 hours of instruction.

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Updated | 05.08.2013