CONFERENCE LOCATION:
Lattof YMCA
300 E. Northwest Hwy.
Des Plaines, IL 60016

13 contact hours

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Jane L. Styer-Acevedo, PT, is the recipient of the
Pennsylvania Physical Therapy Association 2000
Carlin-Michels Achievement Award for her contribution in
patient care, education, research, and community service. She
has been adjunct faculty with Arcadia University since 1991,
teaching within the pediatric content area. Jane is recognized
as a master clinician and as such pursues a clinical practice in
the water, works in early intervention in both urban and
suburban areas, consults with individuals and facilities, and
travels to teach.

Since 1983, Jane has taught over 210 courses of varying
lengths from 1 day to 8 weeks nationally and internationally.
She teaches a large variety of topics with emphasis in
pediatrics as well as clients throughout the life span with
neurologic and/or orthopedic impairments. Jane has authored
multiple chapters and articles including "Physical Therapy for
the Child with Cerebral Palsy" in Pediatric Physical Therapy
4th Edition, edited by Jan Tecklin; awaiting publication in 2007.
Jane is a Pediatric Coordinator-Instructor in Neuro-
Developmental Treatment as recognized by the Neuro-
Developmental Treatment Association, Inc. and the Instructors’
Group of the NDTA, Inc. Jane is certified in Halliwick I and II;
is trained in the approaches known as Watsu®, specifically for
the client with rehabilitation concerns; Bad Ragaz Ring
Method; task-type training method; trunk stabilization
techniques; and techniques for children with sensory
integration dysfunction and children with autistic spectrum
disorders.

WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION
This workshop is an advanced level course that is designed for the
experienced health care professional (physical therapist, occupational
therapist, and speech and language pathologist) and paraprofessional
currently working in the aquatic environment. The course will focus
on evaluation, goal writing, treatment planning, and aquatic treatment
strategies for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other
Sensory Concerns.

A problem-based approach is used to determine the aquatic treatment
strategies best suited to the client based on their identified functional
outcome, the task analysis of that outcome, and the impact of water
on their movement.

A variety of treatment techniques will be taught to emphasize the
strengthening and symmetry of the trunk while activating and
strengthening the extremities towards the functional outcome. Safety
and swim skills will be reviewed as they can be applied to “land”
function. In addition goal writing and treatment planning will be
stressed for children with ASD & other sensory concerns. Treatment
demonstrations will be used to assist in planning and integrating
aquatic and land-based interventions. Strong emphasis is placed on
the pool lab to practice the techniques under supervision.


LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:

• Identify the properties of water that most significantly impact
  the gross, fine and oral motor deficits typically seen with
  pediatric clients
• Apply water safety and swimming techniques towards
  identified functional land and/or water outcomes.
  
• Identify the properties of water that most significantly impact
  the sensory/perceptual and vestibular impairments typically
  seen in children.
• Choose the treatment strategies particular to water that
  directly impact the motor, adaptive or communicative
  functions in pediatric clients.
• Organize treatment strategies into an effective sequence to
  achieve a client’s identified functional outcome.
• Demonstrate understanding and basic skill level in the
  aquatic treatment strategies as discussed in the mornings
  and demonstrated in the afternoon pool sessions.

AGENDA
Day One - May 2, 2010
1:00 - 130 Registration
1:30 - 3:30 The Effect of Water on Human Movement
3:30 - 3:45 Break
3:45 - 5:30 Water Safety Skills and Their Impact on “Land Function”
5:30 - 6:00 Dinner Break
6:00 - 8:30 Therapeutic Handling I—Pool Lab

Day Two - May 3, 2010
8:00 - 10:00 The Use of Water to Improve Core Strength
Suspended Vertical Strategies
10:00 - 10:15 Break
10:15 - 11:15 Using Water for the Child with “Sensory” Concerns
11:15 - 12:00 Video Case Presentation
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 4:00 Therapeutic Handling II—Pool Lab & Client Demonstration

TARGET AUDIENCE
EXPERIENCED Physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech and
language pathologists, and other professionals who use aquatic therapy
with pediatric clients, have taken a basic 2 day course in pediatric aquatics and who maintain a strong knowledge of water safety.

REGISTRATION
Mail with payment of $525.00 to:
Easter Seals DuPage and the Fox Valley Region Continuing Education Department
830 South Addison Avenue
Villa Park, IL 60181

Space is limited– early registration is encouraged.
Registration deadline: April 23, 2009.
Cancellations must be in writing and will incur a $50
processing fee. No refunds granted after April 23th.
Everyone will receive a certificate of attendance for 12
contact hours.


OTHER INFORMATION

MEALS
Snacks and a continental breakfast (Monday) will be provided.
Box lunches will be available for purchase for dinner Sunday
and lunch on Monday.

WHAT TO BRING
Participants are required to bring a swimsuit and towel to
participate in lab experiences. Warm layers are recommended.

HOTEL RESERVATIONS
The Lattof YMCA is located near O’Hare Airport in Des
Plaines, IL—several hotels are located in the area.

DIRECTIONS
Consult the Lattof YMCA website for directions
(www.lattofymca.org).

QUESTIONS
Call 630.282.2021 or Email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it


TESTIMONIALS
• “This was a great workshop—actual things I can use! Thank you.”
• “Nice teaching style, great lab time!”
• “I loved the use of swimming skills to help with therapy.
Often, the pool experience is underestimated by professionals.”
• “Jane’s personal style made the session more interesting.”
• “Jane is an excellent presenter.”
• “Great workshop—learned tons and had a great time doing it!”