Rehabilitation Concepts for Patients with Dysautonomia and POTS

Current Rehabilitation Concepts on the Assessment and Management of Patients with Dysautonomia and POTS

Overview: Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) is a complex, multi-system chronic condition that limits function, participation in recreation activity, and overall quality of life. In this course, participants will review the epidemiology and etiology of POTS; appreciate the necessity of the interprofessional team approach to enhance quality of life; and apply common therapy assessments and interventions for the person with POTS.

Audience: Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Athletic Trainers, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants, Physical Therapy Assistants

Presenters:
Curry Durborow, PT, DPT, Board Certified Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy, Outpatient Physical Therapist at Bryn Mawr Rehab at Malvern
Gina Vaul, PT, Board Certified Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy, Outpatient Physical Therapist, Bryn Mawr Rehab at King of Prussia

Objectives: At the completion of this course, the learner will be able to:

• Discuss the epidemiology of POTS
• Explain the pathophysiology and etiology of POTS
• Describe in role of the interprofessional team
• Identify screening red flags that may warrant referral to other providers
• Discuss common assessment measures used when evaluating a patient with POTS
• Identify treatment protocols used when providing therapy to patients with POTS

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