Constraint Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT) for Upper Limb Rehabilitation

Supported by HSCP Office funding - open to OT and Physiotherapists

This course is supported by HSCP Office funding. Only staff in HSE funded roles (including S38/S39) are eligible to apply.

This course provides training in CIMT for clients with upper limb dysfunction following stroke or brain injury. It is suitable for any Occupational Therapist working in neurorehabilitation.  

The course will be run online over two half-day sessions and includes: 

• Theory
• Assessments
• Interventions
• Practical assignments. 

Learning aims/outcomes: 

• Understand CIMT principles and brain plasticity
• Identify suitable candidates for CIMT
• Learn and apply assessments (MAL, Wolf Motor Function Test, Flannel Test)
• Develop and implement shaping and task practice interventions
• Design home-based therapy plans

Please see attachment HERE for further information about course objectives. 

Facilitator: 

The facilitator for this course is Phillip Fay, Occupational Therapist at Citherapy Australia. Phillip trained in CIMT at University of Alabama, USA (2009). He has over 30 years experience in neurorehabilitition, has delivered over 500 CIMT courses globally and is the founder of Citherapy clinics in Australia. 

Application and Payment information:

• Payment in full is taken at the time of application.
• Payment of the fee does not guarantee you a place at this event.
• Full payment must be received prior to the closing date in order to secure your place.
• If the event is oversubscribed you will be provided with a full refund.
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