Introduction to the Treatment of the Upper Extremity

Taught by Kimberly Barthel, BMR, OTR, C/DNT

April 12 - 13, 2025 

Live In-Person Lecture & Lab 

      - w/Limited Enrollment, Register Now to Save with the Early Bird Discount & Group Rates

Instructor - Kim Barthel, BMR, OTR, C/NDT

DESCRIPTION:

This introductory course is a must for Occupational Therapists and Physical Therapist supporting children and adults with neuromotor challenges. Irrespective of diagnosis, this course will offer introductory clinical reasoning and intervention strategies for the treatment of upper extremity. 

•    Introductory levels of learning will be offered.
•    Please come in comfortable clothing prepared to move on the floor.

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

• Describe Neuro-Developmental Treatment principles for the treatment of upper extremity function.
• Demonstrate analysis and facilitation of trunk control for upper extremity function.
• Exhibit analysis and facilitation of the shoulder girdle.
• Appreciate the stages of typical motor development as a reference for treatment of the hand in children with neuromotor challenges.
• Demonstrate facilitation of the hand in preparation for function.

Want to know more, watch this video clip from Kim Barthel - 

 introductory video on YouTube.

CREDIT:    13 Education Contact Hours/Clock Hours (1.3 CEUs)

COST:
$499 - Early Bird Rate thru March 15, 2025
$475/person for Groups of 2 - 4

$460/person for Groups of 5+

WHEN:    
April 12 - 13, 2025
Saturday & Sunday 9AM - 5PM 

WHERE:
Multicare University
1317 E Main Ave
Puyallup, WA 98372

AUDIENCE: PT, PTAs, OTs & COTAs - This course will be an introductory level of learning

If you still have questions email [email protected]

SCHEDULE:
Saturday, April 12

9:00 – 10:15      Principles of Neuro-Developmental Treatment of the Upper Extremity       
10:15-10:30      Break
10:30 – Noon    Postural assessment lecture and lab
                                Appreciating the trunk as the base for upper extremity control
                                                Spine
                                                Neck
                                                Scapula
                                                Clavicle
Lunch
1:00 – 2:00       Trunk facilitation lab:
                                           Umbrella breathing
                                           Pelvic floor stability
                                           Facilitating weight shifts off centre of mass
2:00 – 2:30       Shoulder Girdle lecture and problem solving
2:30 – 2:45       Break
2:45 – 3:30       Treatment demonstration with client
3:30 – 4:45       Facilitation and Treatment of the shoulder girdle video demonstration and lab practicum
                                                Clavicle
                                                Neck
                                                Pectoral elongation
                                                Facilitation of weight bearing through arms
4:45 – 5:00       Debrief

Sunday, April 13, 2025

9:00 – 10:15     Group problem solving with images of kids
10:15 – 10:30   Break
10:30 – Noon   Elbow/forearm lecture, video demonstration and lab
Noon                    Lunch
1:00 – 1:45       Treatment demonstration for elbow/forearm wrist and hand 
1:45 - 2:15        Debrief
2:15- 2:30         Break
2:30 – 3:00       Treatment of the wrist and hand lab
3:00 – 4:30       Group problem solving of grasp, in hand manipulation and types of toy use
4:30 – 5:00       Everyday function

PRESENTER:  Kim Barthel, BMR, OTR, C/NDT 

Kim Barthel  is a world-renowned teacher and occupational therapist, actively supporting multi-disciplinary function and healing in many cultures. A pioneer in reinforcing the importance of relationship in therapy, she is known for blending cutting-edge developments in neuroscience with the art of compassionate inquiry. With 37+ years as an OT, Kim’s specialties include Neuro-Developmental Treatment, Sensory Processing, Complex Behavior, Autism, Mental Health, Trauma-Sensitive Practice, and Attachment. She is an Advanced NDT-OT Instructor, author and consultant who leads trainings prolifically with therapists and professionals around the world.

Live In-Person Lecture & Lab w/Limited Enrollment

Class size is intentionally kept small for greater engagement during lecture & labs

COST:
$499 - Early Bird Rate thru March 31, 2025

$475/person - Groups of 2 - 4
$460/person - Groups of 5+

$550 - Regular Rate after March 31, 2025  (all group rates increase also after March 31)                                    

 CREDIT:    

13 Education Contact Hours (1.3 CEU's)

CONTACT:

Normajean Friend - Education Program Assistant

[email protected] 

Cancelation/Refunds

Full refund of the course registration fee, less $75 administration fee, will be granted upon receipt of written request post marked 30 days prior to date of class.