RehabMatters Courses

COURSES IN DYSPHAGIA MANAGEMENT 2010
RehabMatters® is once again running a series of inter-disciplinary dysphagia management courses and
invites you to join us. Swallowing: The Whole Picture, A Manual Approach to Dysphagia and the
VitalStim Certification courses have run very successfully for two years in association with CIAO
Seminars®. For further information on any of the courses please contact Mandy McCulloch or Lee-Ann Van Wyk on 011 803 6649.

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1. SWALLOWING: THE WHOLE PICTURE R850
A detailed, interactive course covering the anatomy, kinesiology and dysfunction of swallowing. It also includes the planning, analysis and interpretation of modified barium swallows. Ideal for Speech therapists, Physiotherapists, Radiologists, ENT surgeons and other professionals involved with the management of dysphagia. Includes CD of MBS’s
NOTE: This is a pre-requisite for the VitalStim Certification Course & recommended for the Manual Therapy Course

Date: Friday 21st May, Friday 17th September or 5 November 2010 Time: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Venue: RehabMatters Centre, 1 De La Rey Road, Rivonia CPD: 8 points
RSVP: rehabmatterscentre@gmail.com OR 011 803-6649

2. A MANUAL APPROACH TO DYSPHAGIA – When, Where And How To Touch R1800
A 2 day, hands–on approach to the evaluation and current treatment techniques of the soft tissue and joint restrictions that contribute to abnormal swallowing. Minimum of 8 hours of practical labs. Applicable to Speech Therapists and Physiotherapists involved in treating patients with dysphagia.

Date: Sat, Sun 22nd-23rd May or Sat, Sun 18-19th September 2010 Time: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Venue: RehabMatters Centre, 1 De La Rey Road, Rivonia CPD: 16 points
RSVP: rehabmatterscentre@gmail.com OR 011 803-6649

3. VITALSTIM THERAPY CERTIFICATION COURSE R3500
This innovative program is revolutionizing dysphagia therapy! Speech Therapists will bring their skills to a stateof- the-art-level with certification from this course. VitalStim® Therapy is the only FDA cleared treatment approach that successfully combines Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation and traditional dysphagia techniques. Through extensive hands-on labs; attendees will apply the theory of neuromuscular electrical stimulation to the treatment of dysphagia. This exclusive program will provide participants with the building blocks to implement a successful VitalStim® Therapy program and will add value to therapists, facilities, and most of all patient care. Further information, clinical and research data is available on the website www.vitalstimtherapy.com
NOTE: Successful completion of the pre-requisite Swallowing: The Whole Picture and this 2-day VitalStim Therapy Certification Course will internationally certify the participant to utilize the VitalStim technology in the treatment of dysphagia. This internationally run course is subject to minimum numbers and exchange rate fluctuations.
NOTE: The VitalStim Therapy Certification Course is an intermediate level course. Participants must have a minimum of 1 year of intensive dysphagia treatment experience. Participants must have been solely responsible for the evaluation, treatment and discharge of no less than 50 dysphagia patients.
NOTE: The cost of this course includes attendance at the pre-requisite SWALLOWING: THE WHOLE PICTURE

Date: Sat, Sun 6th -7th November Time: 8:00am – 4:00pm
Venue: RehabMatters Centre, 1 De La Rey Road, Rivonia CPD: 15 points
RSVP: rehabmatterscentre@gmail.com OR 011 803-6649

4. VITALSTIM THERAPY – AN UPDATE AND CASE DISCUSSION MORNING R200
A review of the Neuroanatomy as well as case discussion, placement workshop and MBS reviews. Information from the Advanced VitalStim training workshops held in the USA will be discussed with participants. Different discussions will be held on each of the 2 dates. Only open to VitalStim certified therapists.

Date: Saturday 24th April, Saturday 9th October Time: 8:00am - 12:00pm
Venue: RehabMatters Centre, 1 De La Rey Road, Rivonia CPD Accreditation applied for
RSVP: rehabmatterscentre@gmail.com OR 011 803-6649