Friday, December 3
8:00 AM-9:00 AM
Understanding the Hidden Curriculum: Occupational Therapists Helping to Create Life Success for Students with Autism and Related Exceptionalities – Speaker: Brenda Smith Myles, PhD, Ziggurat Group, Plano, TX

9:15 AM-12:15 PM
Addressing the Sensory Needs of Individuals with an Autism Spectrum Disorder – Speaker: Renee Watling, PhD, OTR/L, University of Puget Sound, Tacoma, WA

1:45 PM-4:45 PM
Social Participation and Communication Strategies for Individuals with Autism across the Lifespan – Speakers: Lisa A. Crabtree, PhD, OTR/L, Towson University, Towson, MD, Zosia Zaks, MEd, CRC, Consultant, Baltimore, MD

Concurrent Sessions:
5:00 PM-6:00 PM

• AOTA and You: Working Together to Promote The Policy and Practice of Occupational Therapy for Persons with Autism – Speakers: Marcy M. Buckner, JD, AOTA, Bethesda, MD; Sandra Schefkind, MS, OTR/L, AOTA, Bethesda, MD; Chuck Willmarth, AOTA, Bethesda, MD
• Evidence-based Review of Interventions for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders – Speaker: Jane Case-Smith, EdD, OTR/L, FAOTA, Ohio State University, Columbus, OH

Saturday, December 4
8:00 AM-9:00 AM
You Say ‘Deficit’ I Say ‘Defines Me’: Daring to Celebrate the Unique Contributions of People on the Autism Spectrum – Speaker: Winnie Dunn, PhD, OTR, FAOTA, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, KS

Concurrent Sessions:
9:15 AM-10:45 AM

• A Family Affair: The Voices of Parents and Individuals with Autism – Speakers: Janet V. DeLany, DEd, OTR/L FAOTA, Towson University, Towson, MD; Barbara B. Demchick, MS, OTR/L, Towson University, Towson, MD
• Professional Collaboration to Maximize Successful Participation Across the Lifespan – Speaker: Lisa Crabtree, PhD, OTR/L, Towson University, Towson, MD

Concurrent Sessions:
11:00 AM-12:30 PM

• Developing Evidence-Based Interventions in Early Childhood Aged Children with an ASD Across Contexts – Speaker: Scott Tomchek, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY
• Partnering with Adolescents and Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Challenges and Opportunities – Speaker: Kristie Patten Koenig, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA, New York University, New York, NY

Lunch 12:30 PM-1:30 PM

• Emerging as Leaders in Autism Research and Practice – Speaker: Roseann C. Schaaf, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA

1:30 PM-3:00 PM

• Community Partnerships – Panel Presentation by Autism Society and Easter Seals – Speakers: Marguerite Kirst Colston, MA, Autism Society, Bethesda, MD; Patricia Wright, PhD, Easter Seals Headquarters, Chicago, IL

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This is a 4 days (32Hrs) Hands-on Workshop targeted for both physiotherapy students and clinicians that discusses all new trends for the identification & management of Vertebral Column and Pelvic Complex Dysfunctions. The work presented at this course is an integration of concepts advocated by James Cyriax, G.D Maitland, Mc Kenzie, Mennell, Edwards, Lee, Janda,Jull and Richardson and the clinical experience of the presenting author. Special emphasis is given on Clinical reasoning and Evidence Based Practice.

Target Audience: Physiotherapists / Physiotherapy students (3rd Year onwards) from reputed institutions. There is no pre-requisite of Manual Therapy experience.

Course Contents

1. Introduction: 6 Hrs: Eras of development in Physiotherapy, Introduction to Manual Therapy ( Different Schools of Thought), Manual Therapy: Definitions, Indications and contraindications, Biomechanical Principles in Manual Therapy(Fryette’s Laws, Concave-Convex rule, Close pack and Loose pack Positions, Joint status gradings), Barrier concepts , Assessment of dominant eye.

2. Cervical Region Manual Therapy Examination and Treatment : 8 Hrs : Principles of Subjective examination, Clinical reasoning and Physical examination for Cervical region, VBI Testings, Passive Physiological Intervertebral Movements(PPIVM’,s) , Passive Accessory Intervertebral Movements (PAIVM’s) and Combined movements in Cervical region. Manipulative techniques for Cervical Region, Taping Techniques for Cervical Region.

3. Thoracic Region Manual Therapy Examination and Treatment : 8 Hrs : Principles of Subjective examination, Clinical reasoning and Physical examination for Thoracic region, Passive Physiological Intervertebral Movements(PPIVM’,s) and Passive Accessory Intervertebral Movements (PAIVM’s) in Thoracic region. Manipulative techniques for Thoracic Region, Taping Techniques for Thoracic Region.

4. Lumbo-Pelvic Complex Manual Therapy Examination and Treatment : 10 Hrs : Examination of the Lumbo-Pelvic Complex with thorough Clinical reasoning process, Formclosure and force closure concepts, Assessment and Treatment of Innominate dysfunctions, Sacral rotation dysfunctions and Pubic symphysis dysfunctions based on Clinical reasoning and evidence based practice, Taping Techniques for the Lumbo-pelvic region.

Course Resource Person: PROF. UMASANKAR MOHANTY

For more information, click here. If you intend to attend this international event, just make sure you have got travel emergency plans in place.

The PHILIPPINE SOCIETY FOR ORPHAN DISORDERS, INC. needs 500,000 signatures! Please join the campaign to increase awareness on rare diseases and to rally lawmakers in supporting the enactment of the bill or Rare Diseases Act of the Philippines. The Bill will help provide patients with rare diseases better access to adequate medical care, health information, and healthcare products needed to treat their conditions. It establishes a system to coordinate a sustainable research & development initiatives and resource generation efforts among relevant agencies of government and private sector toward improving the quality of life of patients with rare diseases and their families.

WHY DO WE CAMPAIGN FOR SIGNATURES?

PSOD has launched a nationwide signature/petition campaign to increase awareness regarding rare diseases and to rally Filipinos in pushing the lawmakers to support the proposed Rare Disease bill. PSOD hopes to raise 500,000 signatures in time for the World Rare Disease Day celebration on Feb 26, 2011. Your signature means you support our campaign and believe that everyone has a right to life—and a right to quality life.

Before you check out Corolla short sales, show your support for this awareness campaign by clicking here to visit the PSOD website.

Philippine Physical Therapy Association, Inc.
Office of the Secretary
Room 107, Philippine Medical Association Bldg., North Avenue, Diliman, Quezon City

Notice of General Assembly
(First Announcement)

In celebration of the 12th National Physical Therapy Day, the Philippine Physical Therapy Association (PPTA) will be holding its ANNUAL GENERAL ASSEMBLY and Election of the Board of Officers & Board of Directors 2010 – 2012.

Programme

A.M. Session (Exclusive to PPTA Members, no registration fee):

• Business Meeting: President’s End-term report (VMG 2010); Treasurer’ Report
• Professional Issues Forum: Update on FSBPT issue
• Election of the PPTA Board of Directors & Board of Officers 2010 – 2012
• Presentation of the PPTA Board of Directors and Board of Officers 2010 – 2012

P.M. Session (OPEN TO PPTA MEMBERS, GRADUATES AND STUDENTS. Minimal registration fee to be collected; fee waived for GA attendees):

• Lecture/Seminar: Home Health Care Physical Therapy Practice in the Philippines

(Please note that the Business Meeting part of the programme is EXCLUSIVE for PPTA Members. Non-members (professionals, graduates, and students) may attend the lecture / symposium after lunch.)

To ensure that all participants would be able to avail of complete materials (core documents, handouts, and certificates) for the General Assembly, WE HIGHLY ENCOURAGE EVERYONE TO PRE-REGISTER on or before September 03, 2010 (Friday). To pre-register, please send your fullname and PPTA Membership Number (if applicable) to mikegabiloptrp@yahoo.com or to +639088925068.

From Overwhelmed to Control
Time: 9:00 pm EDT
Date: Tues August 31, 2010
Instructor: Linda Hillger

Easy Routines and Systems for Creating A Great Day and Getting Things Done

Are you feeling overwhelmed with your day? Are you always rushing and can’t seem to catch up?

If so, join us for this powerful 1 hour FREE teleseminar and learn fast routines and answers for creating extra time.

Don’t worry if you can’t make the live Teleseminar! Members who register before the start of the Teleseminar will be able to listen to the recording free for 1 week on the ADDClasses.com site.

Click here to register for these events.

Facilitators
Deanna Kathrina Maranion, PTRP
Vincent Paul Gaton, PTRP

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The Autism Society Philippines will be conducting the 1st Regional Conference in Cebu hosted by ASP-Cebu Chapter, dubbed as “THE SPINNING TRUTH BEHIND THE SPECTRUM (WE’RE ALL in this TOGETHER: TEAMING UP with FAMILIES, PROFESSIONALS and SOCIETY).” This conference will provide the participants different perspectives in understanding the nature of Autism and how it affects the children.

This two day conference will also provide resource speakers and guide all professionals in the proper management of those affected, including the families and the community. We are expecting an attendance of 500 participants from the different parts of the country.

Speakers* for the two-day conference include:

Day 1 – October 23, 2010 Saturday
- The UNCRPD and RA 9442: Atty. Leila de Lima – Manila
- The Science of Autism: Dr. Jacqueline J. Espina – Dev. Ped., Cebu
- The Genetics of Autism: Dr. Barbra Cavan-M.D. – Cebu
- Seizing Seizures Etc. – Dr. Madeleine Sosa, Neurologist – Manila
- Sensory Integration – Chrissy Coronel, OT, former Head of OT Dept. UP Manila
- Speech Language and Communication: Mae Sadicon – Speech Pathologist-Manila
- Mainstreaming or Inclusion: Prof. Mercedes Adorio- UP Diliman, Manila
- Off to Work: Archie David – Professor, UP Manila

Day 2 – October 24, 2010 Sunday
- Case Study: Managing Severe Behavior – Mark Eugene Saballa, Dr. Myra Altonaga-Dev. Ped, Cebu
- Puberty and Issues in Adolescence: Dr. Nick delos Santos, Chicago, USA
- Living, Loving and Learning with Autism: Ms. Dang Koe – Manila
- Developing Social Inclusion: Anthony Grecia, OT, MA Psychology, Ateneo de Manila
- Siblings’ Side of Story: My Sorongon MA Sped UP – Manila
- Daddy’s Power: Evert Mapalad – Pres. ASP Metro South

Should you have any questions, clarifications or concerns regarding this matter, please contact the Conference Secretariat, Socorro A. Deligero, at (032)416-5505 / 0922-8248-567 or socorro_deligero@yahoo.com. Topics are rather interesting, so before you head off to the Saniflo toilet, it may be worthwhile registering and attending this event.

* topics and speakers may change without prior notice

The developers of RDTs (Rapid-Reflexive De-afferention Techniques) are extending a cordial invite to Physical Therapists, Physiatrists, Orthopedic Medicine Practitioners, and Manual Medicine Specialists to join them for a “Sharing Session” / Workshop.

EXPECT: To walk away with the at least the basic tools for a working Integration of Muscle Energy, Reflexive Releases, and Articulatory Techniques that you can use the very next day at your clinics.

REFUND POLICY: Try out the techniques and principles for 60 days. If, within that time, your clinical application of the technology has not (a) allowed you to turn off pain and (b) recovered your investment in the course, we will refund your money.

CE: The workshop counts as 6 coursework hours toward certification as an RDT practitioner. Certificates will be furnished.

PREP: Please come in loose and repositionable clothing.

COST SHARING:
Early Reg: P:1,500 if prepaid by tuesday, August 03, 2010
Regular Reg: P2,000 if prepaid by Thursday, August 05, 2010
Late Reg: P2,300 if prepaid by Friday, August 06, 2010
On-Site Registration: P2,500
P500 waived from cost-shares for the following:
- MMG Workshop participants (any workshop from 2007, just bring your certificate);
- SOMATIC members, Bowen Practitioners, and FITPRO members.

Early Course Outline may be requested via email. Contact Rheysonn at +63 922 7914724 to confirm participation or request more information. Please furnish email addresses and return contact numbers.

Source: Manual Medicine Group

Speaker: Jennifer A.G. Soriano

Life Skills Therapy Center and the Occupational Therapy Association of the Philippines present a one-day, 2 -part seminar on facilitating school participation. This seminar is for teachers (those in regular and special schools), parents, occupational therapists, physical therapists and speech-language pathologists.

I. Facilitating the Development of Pre-school Skills

Child development research indicates that learning and development is most rapid in the preschool years and thus intervention should begin as early as possible to enhance the child’s development, provide support and assistance to the family and to maximize the outcomes for the child and family’s opportunities. This lecture/workshop is designed to assist parents, educators and therapists in their daily interactions with children aged 0-6 years.

At the end of the lecture/workshop, participants will be able to:
1. Identify core skills for each age group between 0-6 years
2. Identify possible red flags as seen in their natural settings
3. Apply specific at-home or child-care center strategies to improve identified areas of concern
4. Have better knowledge on whether there is a need for referral to a qualified professional

Strategies to Facilitate Classroom Participation of Children with Special Needs

The goal of school based therapy is to enhance the learning potential for the handicapped student. We facilitate the inclusion of students with special needs in their educational setting and enhance the student’s potential to access, participate in and benefit from their educational program. Another reason students are referred to OT is handwriting. In this lecture, we can talk about classroom strategies that target improving handwriting without picking up pen and paper. This lecture/workshop is designed to give parents, educators and caregivers ideas on how this can look like in the school setting.

At the end of the lecture/workshop, participants will be able to:
1. Identify specific strategies useful in their own school setting
2. Use given strategies appropriate to their population
3. Use non-paper and pen strategies to improve fine motor skills
4. Reflect on how these strategies could affect their student and measure its effectiveness

Schedule of Fee

OTAP Members (Before Aug. 3, 2010): PhP 850
Non-OTAP Members (Before Aug. 3, 2010): PhP 1,000

OTAP Members (After Aug. 3, 2010): P1,050
Non-OTAP Members (After Aug. 3, 2010): 1, 200

Seats are limited so early registration is encouraged. Reservation will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Grab your mbt shoes and register now! For more information, please email otap_inc@yahoo.com.

The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announces that 434 out of 938 passed the Physical and Occupational Therapists Licensure Examinations given by the Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy in the cities of Manila and Cebu this July 2010.

The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announces that 434 out of 938 passed the Physical and Occupational Therapists Licensure Examinations given by the Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy in the cities of Manila and Cebu this July 2010.

The members of the Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy who gave the licensure examinations are Dr. Reynaldo R. Rey-Matias, Chairman; Raul G. Agustin, Bernadette M. Reyes, Delia R. Pabalan and Rolland Lyle D. Duque Members.

The results were released in two (2) working days from the last day of examinations.

Registration for the issuance of Professional Identification Card (ID) and Certificate of Registration will start on Wednesday, August 4, 2010 but not later than August 20, 2010. Those who will register are required to bring the following: duly accomplished Oath Form or Panunumpa ng Propesyonal, current Community Tax Certificate (cedula), 2 pieces passport size picture (colored with white background and complete name tag), 1 piece 1” x 1” picture (colored with white background and complete name tag), 2 sets of metered documentary stamps and 1 short brown envelope with name and profession; and to pay the Initial Registration Fee of P600 and Annual Registration Fee of P450 for 2010-2013. Successful examinees should personally register and sign in the Roster of Registered Professionals.

The oathtaking ceremony of the successful examinees in the said examinations as well as the previous ones who have not taken their Oath of Professional will be held before the Board on Sunday, September 19, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon at the Manila Hotel, One Rizal Park, Manila.

Registration for membership with the Philippine Physical Therapy Association, Inc. (PPTA) and Occupational Therapy Association of the Philippines, Inc. (OTAP) will take place after registration as a Professional with the Board and the Commission.

Related Links:

• List of successful examinees for July 2010
• Performance of OT Schools
• Performance of PT Schools

Congratulations to all our new board passers! All those late night studying, both through books and computers surely paid off. And those computer reviews must have been also helpful. You got to thank the internet for that, for being able to study and review with colleagues online on your PC’s and laptops.

Source: PRC