$399.00 USD

April 22-23, 2023 ARKJ TWO Day Live Houston, TX

Location and Dates

Central Time Zone

Location:
Houston Airport Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental
18700 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Houston, Texas, USA
There is a $29 valet fee just as a heads up per day. 

Saturday April 22, 2023: 8:00AM- 6:00 PM

Sunday April 23, 2023: 7:00AM-1:30PM

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 10 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

07:30 Registration

08:00 AM  

Introduction & The SLPs Role in Trismus Intervention 

09:00 AM Trismus following brain Injury

10:00 AM The Pathophysiology of HNC Trismus 

11:00 AM Salvage Trismus

12:00 -1:00 PM Lunch

1:00-2:00 PM Comprehensive Trismus Assessment

3:00 PM Applying Exercise Science Principles in Trismus Intervention

4:00 PM How to create & Utilize Device

5:00 PM Hands on practice with device creation

6:00 PM Adjourn

 

Sunday, December 11, 2022 (5)

07:00 AM Counseling Techniques for Trismus Patients

08:00 AM Intra-oral & Manual Treatment with Hands on Practice

9:00 AM Radiation Fibrosis Syndrome 

10:00 AM Case Studies Hands on practice

12:00-12:30 Lunch

12:30 PM Certification Test

1:30 PM Adjourn

1.5 ASHA CEUs

 

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:

  • Must attend the entire 2 day event
  • Participate in all 9 modules
  • Complete and 30 question multiple choice and 5 question short answer 
  • 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 

  • Course slides during lecture
  • All other materials will be provided by the course on arrival.

Location of Course and Access to Course

Learners will purchase the course.  The content is taught in two formats:

1. Live attendees in person

2. Virtual attendees via zoom platform

Optional supplementary readings and forms will be provided to the learner without additional ASHA CEUs. 

CONTINUING EDUCATION ACCREDITORS

This course will be available for 1.5 ASHA CEUS.