Lower Limb Retraining Course (StrokeEd Collaboration)

Date: 22nd, 23rd and 24th March 2023 (Fri, Sat, Sun)

Presenters: Simone Dorsch (PT) & Karl Schurr (PT)

This workshop focuses on helping therapists to minimise lower limb impairments post-stroke and increase engagement in activities. Workshop notes and content will be based on published research and movement science/motor relearning.

You will receive pre-reading, a workshop manual and a detailed list of references. Catering is provided.

Day One - Friday, 22nd March 2023 (8am to 5pm)
Session 1: Evidence-based practice
Session 2: Impairments after stroke
Session 3: Increasing strength in very weak muscles
Session 4: Intensity of practice
Session 5: Balance and postural adjustments

Session 6: Sitting: Biomechanics, analysis and evidence-based intervention

Session 7: Standing: Biomechanics, analysis and evidence-based intervention

Session 8: Clinical session 1: Assessment and analysis of stroke survivors by presenters

Day Two - Saturday, 23rd March 2023 (8am to 430pm)
Session 9: Standing up: Biomechanics, analysis and evidence-based intervention
Session 10: Walking: Biomechanics
Session 11: Being a coach
Session 12: Clinical session 2: Review of overnight practice with all stroke survivors present
Session 13: Clinical session 3: Clinical session with stroke survivors in 8 small groups

Day Three - Sunday, 24th March 2023 (8am to 4pm)
Session 14: Review of walking biomechanics
Session 15: Walking: Analysis
Session 16: Walking: Evidence-based intervention
Session 17: Muscle testing and progression – practical
Session 18: Clinical session 4: Review of stroke survivor’s practice & progression

Session 19: Clinical session 5: Analysis & training of new stroke survivor in small groups

About the presenters:

Parking Information

Parking is available onsite for $13 per day or alternatively, in surrounding streets behind Woolworths and/or on the other side of the railway line (approximately 10 minute walk). Please be aware that 2 hour parking limits apply within the Woolworths carpark and in some streets immediately adjacent to the hospital. Fines apply if limits are exceeded. Loganlea Train Station is a 5 minute walk from the hospital.

FAQs

What time should I arrive?

Please arrive at 7:45am for an 8:00am start.

What's the cancellation and refund policy?

To cancel your registration, you can request a cancellation through Eventbrite, or contact the PA Research Foundation: events@pafoundation.org.au / 07 3180 1840.

• Attendees can receive a refund, less Eventbrite fees, if registration is cancelled 14 or more days prior to the event. If cancellations are requested within 14 days of the event, there is no refund.
• If the EVENT is cancelled by the organiser, attendees will receive a full refund.

Who do I contact if I have a question?

Questions about the course - Course Coordinator: Melanie Godfrey

melanie.godfrey@health.qld.gov.au / (07) 3089 6551

Questions about registration including cancelling registration: Zach Sandford events@pafoundation.org.au / 07 3180 1840

How can I register and pay?

Please register online via Eventbrite and pay with a credit card (Visa/Mastercard/American Express).

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

A paper ticket is not required. Just have a copy of the ticket on your mobile to scan upon arrival.