Spinal Cord Injury/Dysfunction in Children

Description

Review of spinal cord injury/dysfunction in children: including spina bifida, tumors/lesions on spinal cord,
acquired spinal cord injury. Implications of level of injury
on mobility/function; American Spinal Injury Association (ASIA) scale. Supporting of caregivers/families & importance of Team collaboration. Importance of skin condition monitoring and transfer techniques. Cognitive issues. Use of Assistive Technology





Location Easter Seals
507 E. Armstrong Ave.
Peoria, IL 61603
Date 6/16/2016 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (Check in 11:45 AM)
Sponsor Easter Seals
Trainer Julie A. Deibel, APN, NP-C, CNE
Contact Angie DeLost (309) 686-1177 adelost@ci.easterseals.com
Principles 1. Support families
3. Collaborative relationships
4. Specific IFSP goals
5. Comprehensive plans
8. Quality services
Credit Hours 0.75 - Atypical Development
0.25 - Intervention
Cost free
Status Closed