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    Use of NMES with Head and Neck Cancer Patients

    VitalStim/DINES NMES for Dysphagia Conference Session Recording

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    • Occupational Therapist
    • Speech Language Pathologist
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Course Description

This course will discuss head/neck cancer diagnosis/treatment, explore research on H/N CA with NMES and we will discuss case studies where patients have benefitted from NMES. See full course description here

Course Requirements:
  • Computer with internet and working speakers/sound are required for this course.
  • Course must be completed within 30 days of activation (activate course within 6 months of purchase).
  • An online verification of completion and submission of an online evaluation form are required for successful completion.
  • A certificate of completion will be available to print immediately after course is successfully completed.
  • SLPs - ASHA CEUs may be obtained by completing the online ASHA form and checking the "Report to ASHA" box.
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Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Present the adverse effects of radiation therapy on the Head and Neck Cancer patient
  • Introduce the importance of interdisciplinary rehabilitation for individuals with Head and Neck Cancer
  • Explain success of using NMES with Head and Neck Cancer patients presented in case study
  • Discuss the research and lack of research on Head and Neck Cancer and NMES

Stacey Brill

M.S. CCC-SLP

Stacey Brill M.S.CCC-SLP is a licensed Speech Language Pathologist certified by the American Speech, Language, and Hearing Association since 1993. She graduated with her B.S in Communicative Disorders from University of Central Florida and her M.S. in Speech Language Pathology from Nova Southeastern. She has specialized in the area of Dysphagia associated with Oral/Head/Neck Cancer rehabilitation since 2004. Advanced skills include Video Fluoroscopic Swallow Studies, Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES), Videostroboscopy, Vital Stim provider, Tracheo-Esphogeal Puncture (TEP) management, and Myofascial release in the area of Trismus and Dysphagia. STAR certified. Founder and facilitator of local chapter of SPOHNC (Support for People with Oral, Head, Neck Cancer). Event Chairperson of annual awareness walk/run for Head/Neck Cancer to raise funds for local head/neck cancer grant. Organizer of annual free community wide screenings for Oral, Head, Neck Cancer. Created Head/Neck cancer pathway, Head/Neck Cancer Clinic/Education Class and Laryngectomy education modules for the Lee Health System. Interested in identifying new or better ways to treat dysphagia and dysphonia in order to maximize functional outcomes and quality of life following cancer treatment. Dedicated to community and healthcare education of oral/head/neck cancer.
Financial Disclosure: Stacey receives honoraria from CIAO Seminars for the presentation of this course.
Non-Financial Disclosure: No relevant disclosures.

60 Minutes
Use of NMES with Head and Neck Cancer Patients
1.0 Hours
Total

Delivery VIA:

  • Online - This course is offered in an online, on demand format.
  • Club CIAO - Club CIAO: This course is also part of Club CIAO, our all-you-can-eat buffet of online courses for one low price. Club CIAO Members also receive 25% off of all Live Stream courses!

Contact hours pre-approved for:

  • 1 Hour
  • CIAO is an ASHA Approved Provider (0.1 ASHA CEUs) bubble sheet submission required
  • ASHA CE Provider Approval and use of the Brand Block does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedures.
  • This course meets PDU requirements for NBCOT (1 PDU)
  • Approved for:
  • 1 Hr. OT/COTAs in FL (CE Broker #20-942086)
  • 1 Hr. Registered with CEBroker for OT/COTAs in AL, AZ, GA, LA, MS, SC, TN

Course meets requirements for:

  • OT/COTAs in AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, GA, HI, ID, IA, IN, KS, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT,
  • OT/COTAs in NE, NV, NH, NJ,, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WY

    • Advanced Level
    0.1 ASHA CEUs


    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 recognized on the NBCOT Provider Registry (meets PDU requirements for NBCOT)


    Reviews

    It was informative and provided practical information.

    - Miami, FL / Dec 2024

    great course

    - Glenside, PA / Feb 2024

    Great presentation - practical and empowering.

    - Greensboro, NC / Jan 2024

    Would have loved more specific information on what length and strength of NMES used, as well as specific pharyngeal and laryngeal exercises that were found to be most beneficial.

    - Liberty, MO / Oct 2023

    Thank you.

    - Loma Linda, CA / Sep 2023

    Great session!

    - Corsicana, TX / Jul 2023

    Absolutely agree with this course. Great take aways

    - Colorado Springs, CO / Jul 2023

    Course assessment: Strongly agree Self assessment: Highly capable Great content, including other modalities such as myofacial release, to support progress.

    - Cheney, WA / Jul 2023

    The course was fantastic and it will help me when working with H&N cancer pts. Thank you

    - Edinburg, TX / Jul 2023