1007 – Will It Work For You?

Beginner / Pool Only

Washington, DC / Friday, February 10 - 5:00-6:00 pm - 1.0 credit hours equal to 1.0 CEC/.1 CEU

(Pool: 5:00-6:00 pm)

Faculty:

Julia Fettig, CTRS, CMT, ATRIC

Terri Mitchell, PTA, ATRIC

Beth Scalone, PT, DPT, OCS

Ruth Sova, MS, ATRIC

Carolyn Sprehe, BS, ATRIC

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Here’s an opportunity to watch (and maybe try) several different aquatic therapy techniques to see if they might work for your patients.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

· Experience several different aquatic techniques to use with a wide variety of populations

· Identify techniques you can put to use in your own clinical environment

· Determine the best protocols to use in groups or one-on-one

FACULTY:

Julia M. Fettig, CTRS, CMT, ATRIC, is the founder/owner of Therapeutic Aquatics, Inc. and aquatictherapyinfo.com, specializing in consulting, information and rehabilitation. She is a continuing education presenter for the Aquatic Therapy & Rehab Institute, Inc. and Motivations, Inc. The author and publisher of the "Bad Ragaz Ring Method Visual Instructional Manual and Video," she also co-produced the “PNF in The Pool” DVD. She is the recipient of the 2002 ATRI Tsunami Spirit Award for her innovation, creativity and implementation of new ideas. Both national and international audiences have received her workshops enthusiastically.

Terri Mitchell, PTA, ATRIC, has been involved with aquatic fitness since 1982. She is a Training Specialist with the Aquatic Exercise Association, a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) specializing in aquatic therapy, and instructor of a variety of aquatic fitness classes to persons of all ages and abilities. Terri is on staff at the University of Texas at Austin and enjoys working with young adults in the water. She holds certifications from AEA, ATRI, and IAR. Terri is a Certified Personal Trainer for both land and water. She is co-author of “Applications of PNF Techniques in the Aquatic Setting” manual and co-producer of “PNF in the Pool” video. She is the 2001 recipient of ATRI’s Dolphin Award and the 2010 recipient of the ATRI Professional Award.

Beth Scalone, PT, DPT, OCS, is a licensed physical therapist with over 18 years of experience in orthopedic and aquatic therapy. As the owner of North County Water and Sports Therapy Center in San Diego (www.waterpt.com), she continues with hands-on clinical care in addition to her role as educator. Since graduating from the University of Connecticut in 1991, Beth has belonged to the American Physical Therapy Association and has achieved certification as a Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy. In January 2006, she graduated from Boston University with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. Additional certifications include Certified STOTT Pilates™ instructor and Master Instructor for the Burdenko Method. Beth not only provides continuing education for health care professionals, she is an adjunct faculty in the San Diego Mesa College PTA program, teaching Orthopedic Rehabilitation and Introduction to Pathology courses. She also provides the learning module/instruction on aquatic therapy to the University of St. Augustine San Diego Campus DPT program.

Ruth Sova, MS, ATRIC, founder/president of ATRI, is an internationally known speaker, author and consultant. She is the founder of six different businesses including the Aquatic Therapy & Rehab Institute, the Aquatic Exercise Association, Living Right Magazine, America’s Certification Trainers, Armchair Aerobics Inc., and the Fitness Firm. A leader in the health and wellness industry, she also draws on her vast experience as an entrepreneur to teach others what it takes to assume the risk of business and enterprise. Ruth is the author of numerous articles and 15 books on her specialties of wellness and business. She is the recipient of numerous awards including the Sevier-McCahill Disability International Foundation Award; and the John Williams, Jr. International Swimming Hall of Fame Adapted Aquatics Award. Known for her high energy and practical teaching approaches, Ruth has brought thousands of people over the years to understand the benefits of water exercise.

Carolyn Sprehe, BS, ATRIC, specializes in water-based programs for people with developmental disabilities in her work at ShowMe Aquatics & Fitness, a non-profit organization that promotes health and fitness for people of all abilities. She has a BS in Exercise Science from Northeast Missouri State/Truman University, is ATRI certified and was a Special Olympics Swim Coach. Carolyn received the 2003 Outstanding Recreation Provider Award from the Recreation Council of Greater St. Louis.