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Course Description

Therapeutic Ultrasound research has grown significantly over the past decade. This learning experience offers the rehabilitation specialist an opportunity to gain new knowledge and update their existing knowledge related to the application of therapeutic ultrasound. Participants will learn a research based approach to the dosing and application of therapeutic ultrasound. This course has been specifically designed to have immediate clinical applications. The course will outline a clinical model that can be used to guide clinicians in selecting parameters that yield more predictable thermal and nonthermal responses in human tissue. The model is based on the stage of tissue healing, the depth and composition of the target tissue, and heating rate calculations from the existing therapeutic ultrasound research. This approach will assist the clinician in answering important questions such as; what frequency, intensity, duty cycle, and treatment time should be selected to create the desired therapeutic outcome

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 multiple-choice quiz (80% passing score) 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.
AOTA Classification Codes
Domain of OT: Context and Environment
OT Process: Intervention

Course Objectives

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

  • Discuss terminology and principles related to the application of ultrasound
  • Discuss indications and contraindications of therapeutic ultrasound
  • Identify common myths and errors in parameter selection and application of ultrasound therapy
  • Discuss clinically relevant research that will guide participants in selecting parameters of treatment that yield more predictable thermal and non-thermal responses in human tissue
  • Apply a clinical model for dosing therapeutic ultrasound based on the stage of tissue healing and desired therapeutic outcome.
  • Compare and contrast the ability of different phonophoresis media to transmit ultrasound

Joe Gallo

DSc, ATC, PT

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.

30 Minutes
Properties of Ultrasound Energy
30 Minutes
Parameters of the Ultrasound Wave and Clinical Implications
30 Minutes
Physiological Effects of Therapeutic Ultrasound
30 Minutes
Clinical Application Considerations
30 Minutes
Indications and Contraindications
30 Minutes
Ultrasound Final Exam
3.0 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:

  • 3.0 Hours
  • CIAO is an AOTA Approved Provider #4119(OT/COTAs)
  • This course meets PDU requirements for NBCOT (3 PDUs)
  • As an IACET Authorized Provider, CIAO offers CEUs for its programs that qualify under the ANSI/IACET Standard
  • CIAO is authorized by IACET to offer .3 CEUs for this program
  • CIAO is an Illinois Approved Provider for PT/PTA Continuing Education
  • CIAO is recognized as an Approved Provider for PT/PTAs by the NYSE Dept State Board for PT
  • This activity is provided by the Texas Board of PT Examiners Accredited Prov #2502009#TX
  • This activity meets continuing competence requirements for PT/PTA license renewal in TX
  • The assignment of Texas PT CCUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products or clinical procedures by TPTA or TBPTE
  • CIAO is a PT Approved Provider #BAP202310092 for the Oklahoma Medical Board. All PT courses for the 2022-2023 reporting period are approved.
  • The Physical Therapy Board of California recognizes CIAO Seminars as an Approval Agency to Approve Providers Offering Continuing Competency Courses
  • The Physical Therapy Board of California has determined that CIAO meets the standards set forth in section 1399.95 of the CA Code of Regulations
  • CIAO is a Rule Approved Provider for the Florida Board of Physical Therapy
  • CIAO is an Approved Provider for the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy
  • Approved for:
  • 3.0 Hours PT/PTAs in AR, IL, OK (BAP202310092), TX (3 CCUs, APTA TX)
  • 3.0 Hours PT/PTAs and OT/COTAs in FL (CE Broker #20-387193)
  • 3.0 Hrs. Registered with CEBroker for OT/COTAs in AL, AZ, GA, LA, MS, SC, TN
  • 3.0 Hrs. Registered with CEBroker for PT/PTAs in AZ, GA, OK, SC, TN
  • 3.6 Hrs. PT/PTAs in NY

Course meets requirements for:

  • PT/PTAs in AL, AK, AZ, AR, CO, CT, DC, DE, GA, HI, ID, IN, IA, KS, KY, ME, MD, MA, MI, MO, MT,
  • PT/PTAs in NE, NH, NC, ND, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, UT, VT, VA, WA, WI, WY
  • OT/COTAs in AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, LA, KS, KY, 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, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

    • The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.


    CIAO is accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET). CIAO complies with the ANSI/IACET Standard, which is recognized internationally as a standard of excellence in instructional practices. As a result of this accreditation, CIAO is accredited to issue the IACET CEU.


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


    Reviews

    I am taking the information learned and applying it to my lactation practice, as there seems to be no current training specific to the use of therapeutic ultrasound in the management of breast inflammation and clogged ducts during lactation.

    - Suwanee, GA / Dec 2022

    good

    - North York, ON / Aug 2022

    Thank you, very helpful

    - Seattle, WA / Jan 2022

    Good course.

    - Denver, CO / Mar 2021

    it was well summed up this subject, thank you

    - Collingswood, NJ / Jan 2021

    This is a helpful course. There is a controversy in the State of Virginia as to whether or not a massage therapist should use ultrasound therapy in their practice. I have had on the job training and used the ultrasound machine for 30 years. It has enhanced the benefits that my clients experience. I am glad to finally find and teaching program to help get certified in ultrasound usage.

    - Bridgewater, VA / Mar 2019

    Great course, very informative. Focuses on being/teaching a more conservative approach, regarding application of Ultra Sound Therapy

    - Blue Point, NY / Feb 2018

    Information on appropriate use of/ precautions / parameters with ultrasound with acute injuries such as tendon repair would have been helpful.

    - Kitchener, / May 2017

    This course was direct and to the point on ultrasound knowledge. It was helpful to easily understand the clinical implications of ultrasound usage.

    - Forty Fort, PA / Feb 2016

    This is a great course. The information is very clear and easy to understand.

    - San Juan , TX / May 2015

    Excellent basic ultrasound course. Easy to understand.

    - West Plam Beach, FL / Feb 2015

    good info---logical explanations---way better than my college professor

    - Middletown, DE / Feb 2015

    Well presented. Easy to understand. Would be better to include more examples

    - Calgary, / Aug 2013