Karen Pryor – Advancing Pediatric Function Through Neuroplasticity
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- Faculty:
- Karen Pryor
- Duration:
- 1 Hour 22 Minutes
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Copyright:
- Aug 03, 2017
Description
Handouts
| Manual (0.35 MB) | 8 Pages | Available after Purchase |
Outline
Neuroplasticity as it relates to the Pediatric Population
- Brain development
- Period of optimal change
- Stimulation of change through sensation
Diagnosis, Challenges and Treatments
- Routes for potential neural pathway changes
- Tone – restrictions in development and how neuroplasticity can change potential
- Learned non-use versus use
- Case studies
Application of Neuroplasticity Techniques
- What can be done with the child’s environment to enhance development
- How to reinforce daily practice by caregivers
Faculty
Karen Pryor, PhD, PT, DPT Related seminars and products: 12
Health Sphere Wellness Center
Karen Pryor, Ph.D., PT, DPT, has a doctorate in physical therapy and has practiced for 40 years in the field. Dr. Pryor is the owner of Health Sphere Wellness Center, an integrative therapy clinic in Nashville, Tennessee. Involved with early intervention in the birth-three population for over 30 years, she has developed neuroplasticity techniques that are used in a wide variety of settings, including homes, childcare centers, and school systems, to advance pediatric therapy programs.
Dr. Pryor serves on several boards, including the Leadership Interagency Council for Early Intervention, (2014-2019), a position to which she was appointed by Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam. In 2010, she received the President’s Volunteer Service Award for her contributions to the advanced treatment of children from President Barack Obama. In addition to her work with children, Dr. Pryor has served as an adjunct professor at the Tennessee State University Occupational Therapy School, and in the Volunteer State Community College Physical Therapy Assistant program. She is a clinical instructor for several universities and colleges. With her years of experience and passion for complete wellness, Dr. Pryor advances a more expansive view of how to integrate therapy throughout the lifespan by using neuroplasticity techniques.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Karen Pryor is owner of Health Sphere Wellness Center. She receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc.
Non-financial: Karen Pryor serves on the Leadership Interagency Council for Early Intervention board.
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