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Clinical Practice Guideline for the Use of Ankle Foot Orthosis and Functional Electrical Stimulation Post-Stroke

The purpose of this course is to introduce the CPG in order to provide evidence to guide clinical decision-making for the use of either AFO or FES as an intervention to improve body function and structure, activity and participation as defined by the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) for individuals with post-stroke hemiplegia with decreased lower extremity motor control.

Course published July 2024

Lisa Brown PT, DPT, NCS (Moderator)

Clinical Associate Professor

Boston University Sargent College

Dr. Lisa Brown is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at Boston University Sargent College where she is a core faculty member in the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. Dr. Brown received her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the MGH Institute of Health Professions in 2009 with a certificate of Advanced Study in Neurology, and her BS in Physical Therapy from the University of Vermont in 1993. Dr. Brown is an ABPTS Board certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist since 2009. Dr. Brown is co-lead author on the clinical practice guideline on the use of ankle foot orthoses and functional electrical stimulation post stroke and a member of the Knowledge Translation Task force for the CPG. She has clinical experience and has presented at national and international conferences. Dr. Brown is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapists, and has 25 years of clinical practice experience. She currently treats individuals with neurologic disorders at the BU Physical Therapy Center.

No disclosures.

Therese E. Johnston, PT, MSPT, PhD, MBA (Moderator)

Professor

Arcadia University

Therese Johnston, PT, MSPT, PhD, MBA is a Professor of Physical Therapy at Arcadia University, Glenside, PA, USA and a per-diem Physical Therapist at Magee Rehabilitation Hospital, Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Johnston received her BA from the University of Pennsylvania, her MBA in Health Administration from St. Joseph’s University, her MS in Physical Therapy from Arcadia University, and her PhD in Physical Therapy from Temple University. Her research has included interventions to improve the health, fitness, and function of children and adults with spinal cord injury or cerebral palsy, with a special focus on the use of functional electrical stimulation and cardiovascular and bone health. Dr. Johnston was the co-lead author on the clinical practice guideline on the use of ankle foot orthoses and functional electrical stimulation post stroke. She has published over 60 articles in peer reviewed journals and has presented nationally and internationally. She is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the International Functional Electrical Stimulation Society. She is currently the chair of the EDGE (Evaluation Database to Guide Effectiveness) task force within the Academy of Physical Therapy Research.

No disclosures.

Elizabeth Cornforth PT, DPT, NCS (Moderator)

Assistant Professor

MGH Institute of Health Professions

Dr. Elizabeth Cornforth is a faculty member in the physical therapy program at the MGH Institute of Health Professions in Boston, MA, where she helps to teach their neurological content and also maintains a clinical appointment in the outpatient department at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital. She has a diverse clinical background working in both the inpatient and outpatient physical therapy environment over the last two decades with individuals with neurological diagnoses. Beth served as a member of the Critical Appraisal Team for the Orthotics and Neuroprosthetics Clinical Practice Guideline and as a Co-Chair for the Knowledge Translation Taskforce for the Orthotics and Neuroprosthetics Clinical Practice Guideline. She is passionate about improving the physical therapy outcomes for individuals with neurological diagnoses and teaching the next generation of physical therapists that will work with them.

No disclosures.

Bobbette Miller, DPT, NCS (Moderator)

Clinical Associate Professor

University of Oklahoma Health Sciences

Bobbette Miller, DPT, NCS, is a physical therapist, educator, and researcher. As a faculty member at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences, she brings extensive expertise in neurologic physical therapy to both the classroom and clinical settings. Additionally, she plays a pivotal role in patient care at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation MS Center of Excellence, where their clinical insights contribute to advancing treatments for Multiple Sclerosis. She is committed to excellence in education and patient care and is dedicated to empowering fellow physical therapists through continued learning and development.

No disclosures.

Megan Greenwood DPT, PCS, NCS (Moderator)

Physical Therapist

Hasbro Children’s Hospital

Dr. Megan Greenwood is a practicing physical therapist at Hasbro Children's Hospital and is a board certified Pediatric Clinical Specialist, Neurologic Clinical Specialist and member of the Knowledge Translation Task Force.

No disclosures.

Ryan Koter, DPT, NCS (Moderator)

Physical Therapist

Shepherd Center

Dr. Ryan Koter is a practicing physical therapist at the Shepherd Center and is a board certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist and member of the Knowledge Translation Task Force.

No disclosures.

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AFO FES CPG Course
Begin self-paced component package.
Begin self-paced component package. The purpose of this course is to introduce the CPG in order to provide evidence to guide clinical decision-making for the use of either AFO or FES as an intervention to improve body function and structure, activity and participation as defined by the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) for individuals with post-stroke hemiplegia with decreased lower extremity motor control.
Post-test
10 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  7/10 points to pass
10 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  7/10 points to pass Successful passing of the post-test is required to earn the certificate of completion for this course.
Certificate
1.00 CEUs credit  |  Certificate available
1.00 CEUs credit  |  Certificate available