Interactive Metronome (IM) increases the rate and effectiveness of rehab interventions by synchronizing fundamental neural network communication, leading to better outcomes in the areas of cognitive, communicative, sensory, and motor function. This LIVE (interactive) certification refresher course is specifically designed for therapists and medical professionals in the adult/geriatric rehabilitation setting. The purpose is to refresh your memory regarding IM basics and to provide you with practical strategies so that you can begin incorporating IM into treatment today.

Topics will include:

IM Fundamentals: Brief review of the nuts and bolts for those who were certified, but haven't yet implemented IM in practice or haven't used it in a while

Candidacy: Which adult/geriatric patients on my caseload would benefit from IM?

IM Assessment: How do I interpret IM scores? How do I use them to establish a treatment plan? Monitor and report progress? Know when to discontinue IM treatment?

Documentation: How do I document IM assessment results? Write goals for IM treatment? Document IM treatment?

IM Treatment: How do I get started? What are some considerations for my practice setting? How do I adapt and individualize IM? How much time should I spend on this each session? How many sessions are typically needed to see results? What outcomes should I expect to see?

Fall Risk Reduction Overview: What is the role of IM in fall risk reduction? How does it differ from and improve upon current standard of care? Where do I find the IM Fall Risk Reduction treatment protocols? What evidence-based assessment tools are recommended to objectively measure results?

Question and Answer: Bring your questions!

Target Audience:
This webinar welcomes the following professionals who have completed the Interactive Metronome Certification Course.

Instructional Level:
Intermediate

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

Describe the steps in sequence for setting up IM equipment for use with patients;

List at least 3 criteria for selecting adult/geriatric candidates for IM treatment;

Locate IM reports and scores, and refer to Indicator Table for normative comparison;

Describe at least 3 considerations for documenting IM assessment and establishing measurable therapy goals;

List 10 settings that may be adjusted to individualize IM treatment (Exercise, Time, Reps, Volume, Guide Sounds on/off, Tempo, Difficulty, SRO setting, Burst Threshold, Training Visuals);

List at least 3 areas of impact by the IM Fall Risk Reduction program that differ from strategies currently being deployed in healthcare settings;

Name at least 3 evidence-based tools for fall risk assessment.

*Note: This course covers information that pertains to licensed therapists and therapy assistants. OTA and PTA professionals must practice IM under the supervision of a licensed OT or PT.

Specific Learning Outcomes for Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists:

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

Describe the steps in sequence for setting up IM equipment for use with patients;

List at least 3 criteria for selecting adult/geriatric candidates for IM treatment in order to improve speech, language and cognitive-communicative skills;

Locate IM reports and scores, and refer to Indicator Table for normative comparison;

Describe at least 3 considerations for documenting IM assessment and establishing measurable therapy goals for the treatment of speech, language and cognitive-communicative impairments;

List 10 settings that may be adjusted to individualize IM treatment (Exercise, Time, Reps, Volume, Guide Sounds on/off, Tempo, Difficulty, SRO setting, Burst Threshold, Training Visuals);

List at least 3 areas of impact by the IM Fall Risk Reduction program that are in within the scope of Speech-Language Pathology practice and explain how this approach differs from that currently being deployed in healthcare settings;

Name at least 3 evidence-based tools for fall risk assessment that may be administered by the Speech-Language Pathologist.

*Note: This course covers information that pertains to licensed therapists and therapy assistants. SLPA professionals must practice IM under the supervision of a licensed SLP.

Cancellation: IM reserves the right to determine the appropriate recourse for any CE activity for unforeseeable circumstances, such as a natural or man-made disaster, or in the event not enough attendees enroll in the course. To receive a full refund or course transfer, you must submit your request in writing (via U.S. certified mail or email- support@interactivemetronome.com) within 30 days of the date of notification.

Participants who wish to cancel their registration must do so in writing. Participants who notify IM of their cancellation in writing (via U.S. certified mail or email) 4+ weeks prior to the date of the course receive a full refund within 30 days of receipt of their notification. Participants who notify IM of their cancellation in writing (via U.S. certified mail or email) 2-4 weeks prior to the date of the course receive a 50% refund within 30 days of receipt of their notification. Participants who notify IM of their cancellation in writing (via U.S. certified mail or email- support@interactivemetronome.com)1-2 weeks prior to the date of the course receive a voucher worth 50% of the course fee to attend another IM course. Participants who do not notify IM of their cancellation do not receive a refund.

Course Site Policy: IM Reserves the right to change location of course site up until 14 days before the course date. Please note we will not move the new location more than 30 miles from the original location. Registrants will be notified via e-mail if the location change occurs.

IM Snow Schedule: In the event that an IM course location has predicted snow fall, mass transit is still running and the roads are open, the snow schedule will go into effect. Courses will start 2 hours later than the regular start time and follow the agenda outlined below. If mass transit is not running, or authorities are recommending staying off the highways, the course will be rescheduled to a different date or you will have the option to be transferred to any course location, no refunds will be given.

Special Needs: Please indicate any special assistance required when you return your registration (i.e. dietary, physical disability etc.).

Food & Beverage: Morning and afternoon beverages and snacks will be served. Lunch will be on your own.