Getting "Back" in Action: Clinical Guidelines for Safe Return to Work After Spinal Related Injuries
- Speaker:
- Theresa A. Schmidt, PT, DPT, MS, OCS, LMT, CEAS
- Duration:
- 2 Hours 01 Minutes
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Copyright:
-
May 12, 2025
- Product Code:
- POS065560
- Media Type:
- Digital Seminar
Description
From job-specific ergonomics to return-to-work screenings, rehab professionals often struggle with the complexities of getting clients back to work after low back and spinal injuries.
Without focused training, it’s challenging to select the appropriate outcome measures, apply clinical-practice guidelines, and design return-to-work programs that ensure lasting recovery. This often leads to delayed return to work timelines, re-injury, and diminished worker confidence.
In this seminar, you’ll learn how to solve these problems with clear, easy and actionable assessment strategies. Learn the best practices for outcome measures, from disability questionnaires like the Oswestry and Quebec inventories to physical capacity tests and movement quality screenings.
You’ll gain expert insights on return-to-work programs designed to support faster, safer recoveries and keep workers on the job post-rehab.
Secure your spot today!
Credit
Handouts/Brochure
| File type | File name | Number of pages | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manual - Getting Back in Action Clinical Guidelines for Safe Return to Work After Spinal Related Injuries (3.1 MB) | 84 Pages | Available after Purchase |
Speaker
Theresa A. Schmidt, PT, DPT, MS, OCS, LMT, CEAS Related seminars and products
Educise PC
Dr. Theresa Schmidt is an orthopedic physical therapy specialist and massage therapist integrating traditional and alternative medicine with emphasis on manual therapy, precision exercise, wellness, Reiki, and mindfulness. She presented for NASA/Inomedic, Johns Hopkins, Cleveland Clinic, Vanderbilt Med, Wake Med, and professional associations. She received her doctorate at UNE and served as faculty at Touro PT Programs and CUNY Queens Colleges in NY. She is a published author, Expert Consultant, Reiki Master Instructor, and integrative clinician in private practice at Educise® in New Hampshire. Her website is www.educise.com.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Theresa Schmidt has employment relationships with Educise PC, CEU Connection.com, and United States Department of Veterans Affairs. She receives a speaking honorarium, recording royalties, and a consulting fee from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Theresa Schmidt is a member of American Physical therapy Association, the Academy of Orthopedic Physical Therapy, and the American Massage Therapy Association.
Additional Info
Questions?Visit our FAQ page at www.pesi.com/faq or contact us at www.pesi.com/info
Objectives
- Evaluate potential to return to work using outcome measures for work-related low back pain, including return to work screening, disability index questionnaires, (Oswestry, Rowland Morris, Quebec Inventory FAB-Q) physical capacity/job testing tasks, movement quality screening and ergonomic considerations.
- Apply work related clinical practice guidelines for low back pain into your plan of care to classify impairments, and to select interventions to get people back to work successfully in their occupations.
- Assess factors influencing RTW in workers with low back injuries including work ability, psychosocial factors, delayed RTW risk factors, screening recommendations, work demands, job satisfaction and policies related to modified work.
- Discuss considerations for return to work (RTW) program design for workers with low back pain and the value of post-rehab training to build fitness for their occupations.
- Provide psychologically informed participatory ergonomics assessments and recommendations for workers and stakeholders to help workers reintegrate back to their occupations.
- Engage workers with ergonomic education and multicomponent interventions recommended by CPGs to encourage RTW and prevent reinjury by strengthening muscles to prevent future injuries allowing an individual with the performance skills necessary to return to the meaningful occupation of work.
Outline
Hour 1- Outcomes for work-related low back pain, including return to work screening, disability questionnaires, (Oswestry, Rowland Morris, Quebec Inventory) physical capacity/job testing tasks, movement quality screening, and ergonomic considerations
- Application of clinical practice guidelines for low back pain
- Considerations for return-to-work program design for workers with low back pain and the value of post-rehab training
Maneuver Complex Injuries with Confidence - Learn the unique risk factors and psychosocial barriers of work-induced low back injuries, ensuring enhanced outcomes and quicker return-to-work timelines.
Select Appropriate Outcome Measures - Dive into disability questionnaires, job-specific physical test, and ergonomic screenings to deliver precise goals and functional expectations.
Employ Evidence-Based Methods - Use updated clinical practice guidelines and functional measures to craft smarter worker rehab programs.
Document Outcomes with Precision - confidently make recommendations for appropriate return-to-work schedules for individuals with low back injury.
Target Audience
- Physical Therapists
- Physical Therapist Assistants
- Occupational Therapists
- Occupational Therapy Assistants
- Massage Therapists
- Athletic Trainers
- Chiropractors
- Fitness Professionals
Reviews
Satisfaction Guarantee
Your satisfaction is our goal and our guarantee. Concerns should be addressed to: PO Box 1000, Eau Claire, WI 54702-1000 or call 1-800-844-8260.
ADA Needs
We would be happy to accommodate your ADA needs; please call our Customer Service Department for more information at 1-800-844-8260.
PESI Mobile App
Access CE trainings on your phone or tablet through our free mobile app. Choose video or audio-only versions of online courses from the world’s best instructors, and complete your CE requirements anywhere, anytime, at your own pace.
Please wait ...