In this introductory course, featuring Module 1 of the OnDemand IM Certification & Coaching Course, you will be introduced to the science behind the Interactive Metronome. Please note that completion of the full Interactive Metronome OnDemand Certification & Coaching Course (8 modules) is required to become IM Certified.

Dr. Nelson will present the findings of a recently completed randomized controlled, trial of Interactive Metronome (IM) therapy in the treatment of persisting cognitive symptoms following blast-related traumatic brain injury in a sample of active duty Soldiers. Soldiers were randomly assigned to receive either standard rehabilitation care, or standard care plus Interactive Metronome therapy.Read MoreRead Less

The purpose of this course is to introduce you to the Interactive Metronome (IM), an evidence-based and powerful patented rhythm intervention with broad application that leverages technology to improve the brain’s efficiency and performance. Timing & rhythm are critical developmental skills that reflect the degree of synchronization between neural networks in the brain and greatly influence the acquisition of cognitive, communicative, sensory, motor and academic skills. It is evident from peer-reviewed research that the perception and reproduction of timing & rhythm sequences is markedly deficient compared to typically developing peers in the following conditions: Auditory Processing Disorder, Dyslexia and other reading disorders, Speech and Language Disorders, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Sensory Processing Disorders, Developmental Coordination Disorder, Concussion and Traumatic Brain Injury. Observable symptoms of poor timing and rhythm include trouble with attention, working memory, executive functions, processing speed, auditory comprehension, articulation and other speech impairments, language and literacy development, math and other areas of academic achievement, dyspraxia, disruptive behavior and/or sensory over/under sensitivities. Ongoing research at Harvard University School of Medicine, Northwestern University and other esteemed centers of academic excellence is providing vital information about both the clinical and biological impact of Interactive Metronome. There is no prerequisite to attend this introductory course.

The need for ongoing training and education of certified Interactive Metronome^® providers for clinical application within adult rehabilitation has been identified. This course introduces the certified IM Provider to research in order to support evidence-based practice, as well as advanced practice guidelines and techniques applicable to adult neuro and ortho clinical populations. Photos will be shared to illustrate best practices.

How Incorporating Research Based Interactive Metronome® Treatment into OT Practice Improves Timing & Synchronization of Critical Neural Networks for Motor Skill Development, Sensory Integration, Coordination, Cognition, and Developmental Milestone Attainment.

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How Incorporating Interactive Metronome® into SLP Practice Improves Timing & Synchronization of Critical Neural Networks for Speech, Language, and Cognitive–Communicative Abilities

Many Interactive Metronome (IM) providers work within a variety of school-based settings. For this reason, it is often necessary to vary the set-up and application of IM. One of the key issues discussed among school providers is the need to be creative, flexible and above all, patient in order to get IM up and running in the schools. This course will cover various academic settings and will equip IM providers with the necessary tools for transitioning to the next step in Interactive Metronome use – whether it be related to finding funding, communicating with school administration, or fine-tuning an already established IM program in the schools.

The IM Gait Mate is a tool designed to assess and treat an individual’s planning, sequencing, and motor coordination while ambulating. The Gait Mate provides rhythmic auditory stimulation to facilitate improved gait cadence, step length, and walking speed. Guide sounds provide biofeedback to cue the client if they are off the beat. Gait Mate improves motor planning and sequencing by using neuro-sensory and neuro-motor exercises developed to promote neuroplasticity.

All professionals working in medical/hospital, rehabilitation, skill nursing, assisted-living, and home health settings recognize the important role they each play in preventing falls. Assessing fall risk, modifying the environment for increased safety, patient/caregiver education/training and rehabilitation all contribute to fall prevention. Despite all of the emphasis and effort placed upon fall prevention, it remains a costly problem for most institutions and for patients who suffer from the debilitating effect of falls.

In this course, Dara Coburn, CCC-SLP, reviews & expands upon her previous presentation, entitled Cueing with Rhythm to Improve SLP Treatment Outcomes. Use of rhythmic cueing is a long-standing best practice in the field of speech-language pathology, its efficacy supported by many research studies. Interactive Metronome (IM) provides a unique application of timing & rhythm by not only providing the stimulus for timing (or the cue), but also feedback for timing at the millisecond level so that the patient can improve mental timing critical for speech, language, and cognitive-communicative abilities.

This presentation will focus on the fundamentals of business planning for clinical success and profitability with IM Home. It will look at the components of the IM Home business model, including the target patient population, options for providing training to the patient, how to manage and track costs, how to price the IM Home, and how to bill, including cash and insurance billing. The presentation will include examples and case studies for a wide variety of clinics and providers.

M-Home provides the same benefits as the Interactive Metronome, with the convenience of in-home use. Virtual Training is a concept of using IM-Home with clients who are not able to see the clinician in person. Virtual clients may have restrictions (such as insurance, transportation, health limitations or location) which prevent them from keeping weekly appointments with the clinician. The concept of Virtual training offers both the clinician and the client ease of use and all the benefits of traditional IM Training.

This course is designed to help IM Providers of all professional disciplines successfully transition clients from Interactive Metronome (IM) training in the clinic or school setting to training in the home setting with IM Home. Lisa Poe, an experienced IM Provider, IM Instructor, & IM-Home Specialist, will share tips & strategies developed in clinical practice to elicit the most from each client with regard to motivation, compliance & performance in order to achieve optimal results.