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Digital Seminar

Functional Neurologic Disorders in Sport, Ortho and Neuro Across the Lifespan


Speaker:
Mike Studer, PT, DPT, MHS, NCS, CEEAA, CWT, CSST, FAPTA
Duration:
6 Hours 48 Minutes
Format:
Audio and Video
Copyright:
Feb 20, 2025
Product Code:
POS065510
Media Type:
Digital Seminar


Description

If you find that you're not encountering patients with functional neurological disorders (FND), it’s because you're not recognizing them.

FND are unfortunately very common yet poorly understood, representing a spectrum of conditions often hidden in plain sight. They manifest as movement disorders, seizures, and cognitive disruptions, but without visible causes or clear diagnostic markers, many patients feel misunderstood by the healthcare system.

This applications-based training equips you to overcome the inherent barriers in recognizing FND, enabling effective management of their diverse and variable manifestations.

Functional Movement Disorders (FMD) * Functional Seizures (non-epileptiform seizures)
Drop Attacks * Persistent Postural Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD) * Functional Cognitive Disorders
“The Yips” * “The Twisties”

Bridge the gap between complex neurologic symptoms and effective, personalized treatment strategies as you deepen your expertise:

  • Gain an understanding of the underlying mechanisms, how FND develops and the neurological processes involved 
  • Assessment tips to effectively differentiate dystonia and FND 
  • Specific interventions that have proven efficacy in treating symptoms like functional seizures and PPPD 
  • Integrative approaches for all ages and settings 
  • Tools to manage psychological components such as performance anxiety or nervousness, which interfere with the execution of sport skills 
  • Soft skills for handling sensitive patient interactions, fostering trust with patients who feel passed over by the healthcare system

By the end of this course, you'll not only enhance your clinical acumen but also gain strategic approaches to treatment planning and patient communication that respect the complex nature of FND.

Transform your practice and become a leader in managing and understanding Functional Neurological Disorders, ensuring that no patient feels overlooked.

Credit

Planning Committee Disclosure - Relevant relationships

Mitch Hauschildt receives a speaking honorarium from RockTape USA, Trigger Point, and TRX. He is a content contributor for Titan Nutrition. All relevant financial relationships with an ineligible company have been mitigated.
 
Dr. Danny Porcelli is an independent contractor presenter with RockTape USA. His relevant financial relationship with an ineligible company has been mitigated.
 
 
All other members of the Сòòò½ÊÓÆµ. planning committee have provided disclosures of financial relationships with ineligible organizations and any relevant non-financial relationships prior to planning content for this activity. None of the remaining committee members had relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies or other potentially biasing relationships to disclose to learners.  For speaker disclosures, please see the faculty biography.


* Credit Note - **

NOTE: Tuition includes one free CE Certificate (participant will be able to print the certificate of completion after passing the online post-test (80% passing score) and completing the evaluation). Instructional methods will include PowerPoint, didactic lecture, and others.

Continuing Education Information:  Listed below are the continuing education credit(s) currently available for this non-interactive self-study package. Program content is reviewed periodically per accrediting board rules for currency and appropriateness for credit. Credit approvals are subject to change. Please note, your state licensing board dictates whether self-study is an acceptable form of continuing education, as well as which credit types are acceptable for continuing education hours. Please refer to your state rules and regulations. If your profession is not listed, please contact your licensing board to determine your continuing education requirements and check for reciprocal approval. 
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Materials that are included in this course may include interventions and modalities that are beyond the authorized practice of your profession.  As a licensed professional, you are responsible for reviewing the scope of practice, including activities that are defined in law as beyond the boundaries of practice in accordance with and in compliance with your profession's standards.  

For Planning Committee disclosures, please see the statement above.  For speaker disclosures, please see the faculty biography.


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Earn up to 6.25 CE hours. Please see below, for more details, as credit amounts vary by state and profession. 


Nurses - Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, and Clinical Nurse Specialists - ANCC

Сòòò½ÊÓÆµ. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. Nurses completing these self-study materials will earn 6.25 contact hours. Expires: 02/06/2028.


Nurses - California Nurses

Сòòò½ÊÓÆµ. is a provider approved by the California Board of  Registered Nursing, Provider #: 17118 for 6.0 self-study contact hours. 

** You will need to provide your license number to Сòòò½ÊÓÆµ. Сòòò½ÊÓÆµ must have this number on file in order for your hours to be valid.


Nurses - Florida Nurses

Сòòò½ÊÓÆµ. is an approved provider by the Florida Board of  Nursing. Provider #: FBN2858. These materials qualify for 6.0 self-study contact hours.

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Nurses - Iowa Nurses

Сòòò½ÊÓÆµ. is an approved provider by the Iowa Board of Nursing. Provider #: 346. Nurses successfully completing these self-study materials will earn 6.25 self-study contact hours. Please email cepesi@pesi.com with your license number, include the title, speaker name and date. Сòòò½ÊÓÆµ must have this number on file in order for your hours to be valid.


Occupational Therapists - Occupational Therapists & Occupational Therapy Assistants

 

Сòòò½ÊÓÆµ.  is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 11614. This Distance Learning-Independent is offered at .625  CEUs Intermediate, OT Service Delivery. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.

Full attendance at this Distance Learning-Independent activity qualifies for 6.25 contact hours.

 


Occupational Therapists - Arizona Occupational Therapists & Occupational Therapy Assistants

CE credit is available. This self-study course consists of 6.0​ continuing education clock hours for Arizona OTs and OTAs. The Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners (R4-43-203) confirms acceptance of continuing education programs relevant to occupational therapy that are approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).


Occupational Therapists - Florida Occupational Therapists & Occupational Therapy Assistants

Сòòò½ÊÓÆµ. is an approved provider with the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy. Provider Number #50-399. This course qualifies for 6.0 self-study continuing education credits.

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Physical Therapists - Alaska Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants

CE credit is available. This self-study course consists of 6.25 continuing education credit hours for Alaska Physical Therapists. The Board Rule 12 AAC 54.420 confirms acceptance of continuing education programs that are recognized by other state physical therapy licensing boards. Сòòò½ÊÓÆµ. is recognized by the Physical Therapy Board of California as an approval agency to approve providers.


Physical Therapists - Arizona Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants

CE credit is available. The Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy recognizes continuing competence activities that have been approved by any state PT association or national medical/health care association (e.g., AOTA, ASHA). This self-study activity consists of 6.25 clock hours of instruction applicable for physical therapists.


Physical Therapists - California Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants

Сòòò½ÊÓÆµ. is recognized by the Physical Therapy Board of California as an approval agency to approve providers. This self-study lecture qualifies for 6.25 continuing competency hours.


Physical Therapists - Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants

This self-study course consists of 6.25 clock hours of instruction that is applicable for physical therapists. CE requirements for physical therapists vary by state/jurisdiction. Please retain the certificate of completion that you receive and use as proof of completion when required.


Physical Therapists - Illinois Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants

Сòòò½ÊÓÆµ. is a Registered Physical Therapy Continuing Education Sponsor through the State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation. License #: 216.000270. This self-study course qualifies for 6.0 CE credit hours.


Physical Therapists - Kentucky Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants

CE credit is available. This self-study course consists of 6.25 continuing education credit hours for Kentucky Physical Therapists. The rule under 201 KAR 22:045, Section 2, (2)(a) states that category 1 continued competency credits can be earned from providers approved by another physical therapy licensing agency. Сòòò½ÊÓÆµ. is a Registered Physical Therapy Continuing Education Sponsor through the State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation. License #: 216.000270.

 


Physical Therapists - New York Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants

Сòòò½ÊÓÆµ. is recognized by the New York State Education Department, State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider for physical therapy and physical therapy assistant continuing education. This self-study course qualifies for 7.6 contact hours.


Physical Therapists - North Carolina Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants

Сòòò½ÊÓÆµ. is an approved provider with the Illinois Division of Professional Regulation, Provider Number: 216.000270. This intermediate course is approved by the North Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners by virtue of Сòòò½ÊÓÆµ Inc. approved provider status with the Illinois Division of Professional Regulation. This course qualifies for 6.0 continuing education hours.


Physical Therapists - Oklahoma Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants

CE credit is available. This asynchronous activity consists of 6.25 continuing education credit hours for Oklahoma Physical Therapists. Oklahoma Administrative Code 435:20-9-3.1 confirms acceptance of continuing education programs offered by providers approved by other state physical therapy licensing boards. Сòòò½ÊÓÆµ. is a Registered Physical Therapy Continuing Education Sponsor through the State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation. License #: 216.000270.


Physical Therapists - Pennsylvania Physical Therapists and Assistants

The Pennsylvania State Board of Physical Therapy recognizes approval by all other state boards. This self-study activity consists of 6.25 clock hours of instruction that is applicable for physical therapists.


Physical Therapists - Texas Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants

This self-study activity is provided by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners Accredited Provider #2706032TX and meets continuing competence requirements for physical therapist and physical therapist assistant licensure renewal in Texas. Instructional Level: Advanced. This activity will provide 6.25 CCUs. The assignment of Texas PT CCUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by TPTA or TBPTE. Full attendance is required; no partial credits will be offered for partial attendance.


Physical Therapists - Utah Physical Therapists And Physical Therapist Assistants

This course is designed to meet the Utah DOPL Rule R156-24b-303b.2.c.iv - A commercial continuing education provider providing a course related to the practice of physical therapy. Please retain a copy of the advertising brochure and your certificate of completion to provide to your board should this be requested of you. This self-study activity consists of 6.25 clock hours of continuing education instruction.


Physical Therapists - Vermont Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants

CE credit is available. This course consists of 6.25 continuing education credit hours for Vermont Physical Therapists. The Board confirms acceptance of continuing education programs that are recognized by other state physical therapy licensing boards. Сòòò½ÊÓÆµ. is a Registered Physical Therapy Continuing Education Sponsor through the State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation. License #: 216.000270.


Physical Therapists - Virginia Physical Therapists & Physical Therapy Assistants

CE credit is available. This self-study course consists of 6.25 hours of type 2 continued competency credit for Virginia Physical Therapists and Physical Therapy Assistants. Regulation 18VAC112-20-131, Section B, (2) states that up to ten type 2 continued competency credits can be earned by completing independent study activities related to the clinical practice of physical therapy. 


Speech-Language Pathologists & Audiologists - Speech-Language Pathologists & Audiologists

This course contains 6.0 hours of self-study continuing education. It was not offered for ASHA CEUs. Please retain your certificate of completion. If audited for ASHA Certification Maintenance, you can submit this certificate of completion at that time. For state licensure, teacher certification renewal, or other credential renewal, contact those agencies for information about your reporting responsibilities and requirements.


Speech-Language Pathologists & Audiologists - California Speech-Language Pathologists & Audiologists

Сòòò½ÊÓÆµ. is an approved provider with the California Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board, #PDP 319. This course meets the qualifications for 6.0 hours of self-study continuing professional development credit for Speech-Language Pathologists or Audiologists, as required by the California Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board.


Speech-Language Pathologists & Audiologists - Florida Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology

Сòòò½ÊÓÆµ. is an approved provider with the Florida Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. Provider Number: 50-399. This self-study course qualifies for 6.0 continuing education credits. 


Speech-Language Pathologists & Audiologists - Kansas Speech-Language Pathologists

Approved for 7.5 self-study continuing education clock hours for Kansas licensed Speech-Language Pathologists by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services.


Physicians - Physicians

 

Сòòò½ÊÓÆµ. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. This activity was originally recorded on 02/20/2025. It was last reviewed on 08/23/2024 and is valid until 08/23/2027. You are required to successfully complete and submit a post-test prior to receiving a certificate of completion.

Сòòò½ÊÓÆµ. designates this enduring material for a maximum of 6.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 


Physicians Assistants - Physician Assistants

AAPA accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by ACCME such as Ð¡òòò½ÊÓÆµ. Physician assistants may receive a maximum of 6.0 hours for completing this self-study program. This activity was originally recorded on 02/20/2025. It was last reviewed on 08/23/2024 and is valid until 08/23/2027

 

Сòòò½ÊÓÆµ. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Ð¡òòò½ÊÓÆµ. designates this enduring material for a maximum of 6.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™.


Chiropractors - Chiropractors

Сòòò½ÊÓÆµ is recognized by the PACE program of the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards. This online course consists of 7.0 CE hours of instruction in the following subjects: Anatomy (1.0hr); Corrective/Therapeutic Exercise (1.0hr); Differential/Physical Diagnosis (1.0hr); Evidence-Based Outcomes (1.0hr);  History and Exam (1.0hr); Neurology (1.0hr); Orthopedics (1.0hr). Approval #065510/022025. 

 

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**Please note that Chiropractors and/or Chiropractor Assistants must complete the post-test and evaluation and answer yes to the PACE Chiropractor evaluation question if they would like their participation submitted to PACE.


Athletic Trainers - Athletic Trainers

Сòòò½ÊÓÆµ. is recognized by the Board of Certification, Inc. to offer continuing education for Certified Athletic Trainers. This self-study program has been approved for a maximum of 6.25 hours of Category A continuing education.


Other Professions

This self-study activity qualifies for 6.25 continuing education clock hours as required by many national, state and local licensing boards and professional organizations. Save your activity advertisement and certificate of completion, and contact your own board or organization for specific requirements.



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Speaker

Mike Studer, PT, DPT, MHS, NCS, CEEAA, CWT, CSST, FAPTA's Profile

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Mike Studer, PT, DPT, MHS, NCS, CEEAA, CWT, CSST, FAPTA has been a PT since 1991, board certified in neurologic PT in 1995, and a private practice owner since 2005. Dr. Studer has been an invited speaker covering all 50 states, 13 countries, and 5 continents speaking on topics ranging from cognition and psychology in rehabilitation, aging, stroke, motor learning, motivation in rehabilitation, balance, dizziness, neuropathy and Parkinson Disease. Dr. Studer was the founder and operator of Northwest Rehabilitation Associates in Oregon for 18 years and is now a co-founder and co-owner of Spark Rehabilitation and Wellness in Bend, OR. He is an adjunct professor at Touro University and additional appointment at UNLV. Dr. Studer assists the USC-led national network of neurologic PT residencies (Neuroconsortium) as well.  


In 2011, Mike was recognized as Clinician of the Year in the Neurologic and (in 2014) the Geriatric Academies of the APTA. He received the highest honor available in PT in 2020, being distinguished as a Catherine Worthingham Fellow of the APTA in 2020, joining a group of under 300 persons at the time for the history of the profession. Mike’s honors additionally reflect his service for Vice Presidency of the Academy of Neurologic PT, the Mercedes Weiss award for service to the Oregon chapter of APTA. He holds a trademark in dual task rehabilitation and has a patent pending on the same. Over his career, Mike has authored over 40 articles, 7 book chapters, and routinely has clinical research projects in affiliation with one of many universities. He is a consultant to professional athletes including Major League Baseball players, competitive divers, and some of the most prolific climbers in world history. As a very fun and lighthearted note, Mike is the four time and current WR holder for the fastest underwater treadmill marathon, a mark that was set most recently in January 2022. Most recently, Mike authored The Brain That Chooses Itself, a practical and applications-based guide to increasing both healthspan and lifespan for laypersons and medical professionals alike.  

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Mike Studer is the co-founding member and co-owner of Spark Rehabilitation and Wellness and has employment relationships with Touro University, the University of Nevada, and Post Acute Medical. He previously received a speaking honorarium from SMARTFit. Mike Studer receives a speaking honorarium, recording royalties, and a consulting fee from Сòòò½ÊÓÆµ. He has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Mike Studer is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, the Vestibular Disorders Association, and the Oregon Physical Therapy Association. He serves on the advisory board of Rehab Management and ADVANCE.


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Objectives

  1. Differentiate movement errors that are functional in nature from those that are of primary musculoskeletal etiology.  
  2. Identify the forms of Functional Neurologic Disorders.
  3. Choose person-specific plans of care for persons with Functional Gait and Movement Disorders that are idiopathic and involve daily mobility/ADLs. 
  4. Determine person-specific, sport-specific, and condition-specific, plans of care for athletes with an FND.
  5. Develop multidisciplinary resourcefulness toward a comprehensive management of patients that present with an FND.
  6. Identify educational tools and condition-specific management using soft skills for persons with an FND.

Outline

The Umbrella of FNDs: What conditions are included?

  • Functional Movement Disorders (FMD)
  • Functional Seizures (non-epileptiform seizures)
  • Drop Attacks
  • Persistent Postural Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD)
  • Functional Cognitive Disorders
  • “The Yips”
  • “The Twisties”

The Physiology of FNDs: How does an FND start, where does it 'live'?

  • Neural pathways involved in FND
  • Explore brain areas frequently associated with symptom manifestation
  • Do we “blame” the brain or the mind?
  • How is this different from a conversion disorder, psychosomatization

Functional Movement Disorders and Functional Gait Disorders

  • Identification and management of involuntary movements
  • Strategies for improving gait patterns and mobility

Functional Seizures (Non-Epileptiform Seizures or Psychogenic NES)

  • Differentiation from epileptic seizures
  • Effective communication strategies for crisis management

Drop Attacks

  • Recognizing triggers and patterns of sudden syncopal and drop attacks
  • Is exposure therapy an effective intervention?

Functional Cognitive Disorders

  • Understanding cognitive symptoms without neurological damage
  • Tailoring cognitive therapies to individual needs

The Origin and Presentations of FNDs in Performance Athletes

  • Link between high-performance stress and FND symptoms
  • The vicious cycle of an error

Examination and Confirming an FND: This is a rule-in condition

  • Tools and techniques for diagnosing FND
  • Importance of thorough clinical examination

The Soft Skills: Analogies, Autonomy, Education and Awareness

  • Including the patient in the diagnosis and treatment plan
  • The expectations: Progression/course for persons with FND
  • Who is to blame?
  • The need for an answer through imaging

Putting it into Action: Case Studies Across the Lifespan:

  • Case studies:
    • Performance Athletes
    • Post-Surgical
    • Spontaneous
    • Those presenting alongside another condition

Q&A

Target Audience

  • Athletic trainers
  • Chiropractors
  • Exercise Physiologists
  • Nurse Practitioners
  • Nurses
  • Occupational Therapists
  • Occupational Therapy Assistants
  • Physical Therapists
  • Physical Therapy Assistants
  • Physician Assistants
  • Physicians
  • Speech-language Pathologists
  • Other Rehabilitation and Healthcare Professionals

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