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This workshop offers the practicing clinician an opportunity to gain new knowledge and update existing skills in the area of application of electrotherapy and therapeutic ultrasound. Participants will leave the course with an evidenced-based approach to the dosing and application of electrical stimulation and ultrasound. The workshop will include hands-on laboratory sessions to reinforce the concepts and techniques discussed during the lecture portions of the program.
Appropriate Disciplines: ATs, OT/COTAs, PT/PTAs
Course Level: Introductory
Instructional Methods: Lecture, Demonstration, Hands-On Labs
Method of Assessing Student Learning: Observation of Lab Work
Participants should wear loose-fitting athletic clothing that allows access to the shoulder (e.g.t-shirt, tank top etc.)
Attendees will receive a course manual at check-in.
Richmar is sponsoring this event including the venue, all equipment and supplies for labs, and lunch for the attendees.
Dr. Joe Gallo earned his BS in Physical Education and Athletic Training and his Master’s in Physical Therapy. He also holds a Doctor of Science degree in Physical Therapy. He currently serves as Director and Professor in the Salem State University Athletic Training Program. He also held faculty appointments in various physical therapy and physical therapist assistant programs in his over 20 year career as an educator. Dr. Gallo is currently a Certified Instructor for the VitalStim® Therapy Specialty Program teaching NMES for the treatment of dysphagia. He has taught over 300 continuing education workshops to rehabilitation specialists across the United States. Joe’s research on electrophysical agents has been published in the Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy, and the Chinese journal of Sportsmedicine. In addition to his teaching and research, Joe has also maintained clinical practice in a variety of settings throughout his career.
Financial Disclosures: Dr. Gallo receives an honorarium for speaking/teaching live courses through CIAO Seminars. He also receives royalties for the purchase of his recorded courses and the purchase of his Ultrasound book.
Non-Financial Disclosures: Dr. Gallo uses modalities in his clinical practice.
CIAO is recognized on the NBCOT Provider Registry (meets PDU requirements for NBCOT)
CIAO Automatically reports to CE Broker for Florida Occupational and Physical Therapists and Assistants. Florida SLPs can either use the ASHA CE Participant Form (Bubble Sheet) or self-submit through CE Broker.
CIAO is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to offer continuing education for Certified Athletic Trainers.
Very good CEU , excellent instructor!
- Clayton, MO / Nov 2022
Course was very informative and overall presentation was interactive and engaging.
- Clayton, MO / Nov 2022
This was a fantastic interactive course.
- Clayton, MO / Nov 2022
Joe was so smart and taught me a lot, thanks!
- Clayton, MO / Nov 2022
I appreciated the new view of electric stim.
- Rolla, MO / May 2018
I loved how hands on it was! Also the speaker was lively and it made the day go by faster.
- Albany, NY / May 2018
Great course
- Albany, NY / May 2018
Excellent course presentation! For me it Took the fear out of selecting and using electrical modalities .
- Albany, NY / May 2018
Wonderful course. I learned a great deal and it was very interactive and engaging.
- Albany, NY / May 2018
Excellent. LOved the hands on learning.
- Albany, NY / May 2018
The seminar was very well presented and the instructor was interesting and dynamic in it's delivery, making sure to cover practical application after discussing technical information.
- Albany, NY / May 2018
The presenter was great, and I really enjoyed the hands on practice with the equipment!
- Pine Bluff, AR / Apr 2018
Great workshop!
- Overland Park/, KS / Jul 2017
The presenter gave us the knowledge to back up our clinical judgements so I can practice modalities in away that supported my clinical judgements.
- Overland Park/, KS / Jul 2017
Very good class. Thank You very much!
- Dallas/Carrollton, TX / Feb 2017
Great course. Speaker very knowledgeable.
- Dallas/Carrollton, TX / Feb 2017
Good course work with detailed explanation.
- Dallas/Carrollton, TX / Feb 2017
Although I feel as though I would still prefer some supervision during my first few treatment sessions using modalities; I felt as though the course was very informative. The instructor was very knowledgeable and willing to take the time to ensure all participants understood the material.
- Dallas/Carrollton, TX / Feb 2017
Very informative and very knowledgable instructor
- Dallas/Carrollton, TX / Feb 2017
Great training. Very innovative.
- Phoenix, AZ / Jul 2016
