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Learning Outcomes
1. Participant will be able to explain the SLPs Role in Trismus Intervention.
2. Participant will be able to explain trismus after brain injury and proper interventions.
3. Participant will list the components of pathophysiology of HNC Trismus.
4. Participant will be able to explain salvage trismus.
5. Participant will be able to complete a comprehensive trismus assessment.
6. Participant will be able to explain and apply exercise science principles in trismus intervention to develop a progressive treatment plan.
8. Participant will be able to complete 3 manual treatment approaches for trismus.
9. Participant will be able to complete passive ROM for the patient with trismus.
10. Participant will be able to list 4 device options for the treatment of trismus.
11. Participants will be able to assemble and ARKJ SD device for the treatment of trismus.
Content Disclosures
This course will teach users how to build a non-patented DIY ARKJ SD device and we will discuss other options in a limited manner.
Time Ordered Agenda
Module 1: Introduction & The SLPs Role in Trismus Intervention (30 minutes)
Covers: Objectives, baseline, standardized protocols and skilled services
Module 2: Trismus after Brain Injury (60 minutes)
Covers: Neurology of the jaw, UMN/LMN, Muscles, TMJ, Nerves
Module 3: The Pathophysiology of HNC Trismus (63 minutes)
Covers: Origins of Trismus, tissues, contractures and proactive intervention
Module 4: Salvage Trismus (58 minutes)
Covers: Surgical approaches, flaps, post surgical intervention
Module 5: Comprehensive Trismus Assessment (65 minutes)
Covers: Evaluations, ORN and lymphedema
Module 6: Applying Exercise Science Principles in Trismus Intervention (53 minutes)
Covers: PROM and active ROM
Module 7: Manual Treatment Approaches for Trismus with Hands on Learning and Passive ROM Exercises (45 minutes)
Covers: Manual Therapy and Intraoral work
Module 8: Case Studies and Counseling (28 minutes)
Covers behavior modification
Module 9: Creating the ARKJ SD Device (50 minutes)
Covers: creating each device
BIO
Lauren Meffen is a speech language pathologist with a passion for working with voice and swallow disorders. She has remained local to Gainesville after receiving her schooling with Bachelors and Masters degrees from the University of Florida. Lauren has worked in a variety of settings including hospital, skilled nursing, home health and has now found her heart belongs in the outpatient setting. Here she can provide a high level of individualized and quality care for each patient and family.
Over the years, she has developed a love and specialization in working with the oncology population. She has advanced training in management of lymphedema of the head and neck, trismus therapy, muscle tension dysphonia, and myofascial release techniques. She strongly champions a comprehensive approach toward treating the whole patient, with the involvement of a skilled, multi-disciplinary team.
Instructional Personnel Disclosures:
Lauren Meffen MA CCC/SLP, CLT
Financial: Owner of Wildflower Therapy and receives a Salary, Owner of Head Neck Rehab and receives a portion of those sales, Owner of Amplification Resistance Kinetics of the Jaw Stretching Device (ARKJ SD) rights
Non Financial: Lauren has no relevant non financial disclosures to review.
In order to get your certificate of completion learners will be expected to:
- All of these components must be completed within 3 months of registering for the course.
- Watch all 9 modules
- No partial credit allowed
- Complete and pass 9 modules- 3 question multiple choice with a passing grade of 80% or higher following each modules with maximum of 3 attempts.
- Complete program evaluation
Accommodations
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Lauren Meffen (352) 283-0595 via phone or email: [email protected]. Please be aware that it may take us up to 14 days to fulfill accommodations.
Refund Policy
Registration cancellations received prior to the course start date may be eligible to receive a full refund. The participant or credit card holder must make the refund request. Refund requests must be made within 4 weeks of course registration.
In the event the provider cancels the course prior to 12/31/2023 or emergency a full refund will be offered. No refunds if you fail to meet the completion requirement. If 3 failed attempts from one of the quizzes and required to meet completion requirements retaking the course for $49 will be offered within 30 days of reporting.
Complaint Policy
Participants having a complaint regarding this or any workshop should contact the CE Administrator only accepted in writing via email within 7 business days of completing the course requirements. Participants will be notified, in writing, within 10 business days regarding a resolution. Email the CE Administrator Lauren Meffen @ [email protected]
Target Audience
Speech language pathologist, physical therapist and occupational therapist who work directly with trismus intervention and the post radiation head & neck cancer patient.
Prerequisites for learning
This program is designed for professionals who are currently working with or have an understanding of head & neck cancer patients.
Required Materials
- Pair of scissors that cuts through tongue depressors
- 20 Tongue Depressors
- Clear surgical tape
Access to the Course following Completion:
Learners will purchase the course. The self study will be accessible via a login link emailed to the learner. The content is taught video format. Learners will have access to the course for 365 days from the date of registration. Optional supplementary readings and forms will be provided to the learner without additional ASHA CEUs.
CONTINUING EDUCATION ACCREDITORS
This course will be available for 0.75 ASHA CEUS.
