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JNPT erratum correction

Please accept the journal's apology for a misprint of Dr. Chia-Cheng Lin's name in the
JNPT News and Notes section. The correct submission is as follows:
Student Research Awards for Most Exceptional Abstracts

Presented at CSM 2018
Professional student award winner: Cameron Blanton
Abstract title: The effect of aging on brain activity during different visual sensory
integration balance conditions - a functional near-infrared spectrometry study
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Mentor: Dr. Chia-Cheng Lin, PT, PhD

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ANPT Election for 2018 is about to begin!!
It's ELECTION time!
Elections open on April 15, 2018, and close on May 15, 2018.
The invitations for the 2018 election will be delivered via email. Please ensure that you
receive your invitation by making sure that APTA has your correct email address!
The voting list is generated by the APTA member list and sent via our election
program.
Because the invitation email comes from a third-party entity, some large institutions will
block the email for security reasons.
>> If you do not receive an invitation to vote, and you are a current member with an
updated email address, please contact Laura Morris. Voting is important and we value
your opinion, so please vote when you receive your invitation!
Synapse Education Center
Which Outcome Measure for Which Patient with MS???

Find out at the Synapse Education Center TODAY!
Have you signed up for this web-based presentation (3 hours/.3CEU's) Multiple

Sclerosis Outcome Measure Case Study? In this interactive case study, learners will
apply knowledge gained from readings to determine the most appropriate outcome
measures for a patient with MS along the continuum of care, from in-patient rehab to
out-patient care. Why not? It is inexpensive, evidence-based and presented by top
researchers in our field - Cohen, Potter and Sullivan.
Find this course and others at the ANPT Synapse Education Center here!
Neurology PTA Advanced Proficiency Pathway

Task Force
Call for Task Force Members! Apply Today!

The ANPT Board of Directors is proposing an APTA Advanced Proficiency Pathway
(APP) for Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) with a focus in neurologic practice. We
are seeking ANPT members interested in being a part of a task force to aid in the
development of the Neurology APP to assist in development and recognition of
advanced knowledge and skills for PTAs in neurologic physical therapy. APPs already
exist for Acute Care, Cardiopulmonary, Orthopaedics, Pediatrics, Geriatrics, Oncology,
and Wound Management.
The purpose of the task force is to determine the expectations for advanced practice
by PTAs in neurologic physical therapy. Expectations for the task force include:
1. Development and implementation of a survey of ANPT membership to

clarify tasks that would constitute advanced practice for a PTA in neurologic
practice settings
2. Analysis of survey results
3. Determination of the expectations for advanced neurologic PTA practice.
Findings would then be given to APTA who will develop the APP. The time
commitment for serving on the task force is approximately 1 year. The task force will
be comprised of individuals with certification or significant experience in neurologic
physical therapy and familiarity with the role of the PTA in a variety of neurologic
practice settings. Characteristics of ANPT members that will be considered for the
task force include:
PTs with Neurologic Clinical Specialist certification

PTAs with at least 10 years of practice in a neurologic setting

Educators in PTA educational programs with neurologic focus
Researchers with survey experience
Practice supervisors/administrators who oversee PT's and PTA's in a neurologic
setting
Responsibilities of the task force include:
Disclosure of conflict of interest

Participation in all conference calls/meetings with a commitment to teamwork
and clear communication
Reading all relevant material and doing all necessary background work to fully
participate
Responding to e-mail communications in a timely fashion, completing all
personal assignments to meet deadlines
Maintaining confidentiality
If you are interested in serving on this task force, please

apply by April 30th, 2018 by submitting your application
at this link, and submit a current CV as a PDF or Word
document to dfell@southalabama.edu.
Please send your questions or concerns to Dennis Fell, Vice President of ANPT
APTA Mission Statement Update!

Last June, the House of Delegates entrusted the Board of Directors to update and maintain the
association's mission statement.
THE GOAL?
To explore revisions to the existing mission statement, which had been adopted in 1993, to
ensure that it is contemporary and aligned with the vision statement that the House adopted in
2013.
The new mission statement reads:

"Building a community that advances the profession of physical therapy to
improve the health of society."
The purpose of our new mission statement is to convey that APTA is a place of engagement for
people with a shared interest in advancing physical therapist practice to make a meaningful
impact on the world around us.
As we begin communications on the new mission statement, we encourage you to share it

widely as well through your newsletters, social media channels, and in meetings.
NEXT is the leading-edge event for physical therapy professionals with

timely topics, the latest trends in technology, and exclusive access to the
profession's top leaders. The conference will be held June 27-30 in
Orlando, Florida. The speakers are noted experts and the sessions are
designed to directly benefit attendees, with advanced learning and best
practices to take home and act on immediately. Networking is also an
important part of this event; because it's smaller in scale, attendees will
have a chance to meet with many leaders in the field, network with peers
from around the country, and advance professional development.
Networking events
There will be many opportunities to network, including the First Timers' Event with
APTA President Sharon Dunn
Wednesday: First Timer's Event and opening reception in the exhibit hall
Thursday: Welcome coffee with the Early Career Team; poster presentations in
the exhibit hall
Friday: Networking coffee; poster presentations in the exhibit hall
Saturday: Coffee and conversation with the NEXT Programming Committee
Session highlights
A Head Case: Injury to Integration

Beyond #ChoosePT: Physical Therapy and the Opioid Crisis
Emerging Issues in Payment
Experience Zone Case Studies - What Would You Do
Experience Zone Mobility Demos - New Tools and Go Baby Go
Integrating the Movement System Into Practice
Off the Plinth and on the Field: Progressing the Young Athlete
What is the Role of Pharmacological Interventions in Pain Management?
And the Oxford Debate! A lively, provocative discussion on a current topic that's sure
to elicit plenty of excitement!
Registration is OPEN!. Save money and register by April 19! For more information,
click here.
NEW! April Issue of JNPT Now Available!

The April 2018 issue of the Journal of Neurologic Physical
Therapy is now available!
We are excited to publish the Academy of

Neurologic Physical Therapy Movement System
Task Force White Paper on Movement System
Diagnoses in Neurologic Physical Therapy. Be sure
to read this important work that continues the
important journey towards integrating the

movement system into clinical practice and
research.
In this issue, we also have a number of high quality

research articles. Baer and colleagues investigate
the effects of fatigue and role of brain-derived
neurotrophic factor on balance in individuals with
PD. In a randomized controlled trial, Gaikwad and
colleagues investigate the effect of progressive
gaze stability exercises on postural stability, motion
sensitivity, and anxiety in healthy young adults with
chronic motion sensitivity. Additionally, Gagnon and
Webb-Schoenewald provide a Clinical Point of
View commentary on the study by Gaikwad and
colleagues. Allison and colleagues examine the
effect of sensory-challenge balance exercises on
multisensory reweighting and clinical balance
measures in fall-prone older adults.
We also have two case series/case reports: Holleran and colleagues evaluated the
feasibility and preliminary short- and long-term impact of high-intensity variable
stepping practice in ambulatory participants for more than 1 year post-iSCI. Hartmann
and colleagues report on the use of errorless learning in a person with a concomitant
spinal cord injury and brain injury.
The IV STEP conference eBook is now available for purchase. Be sure to get this
great resource for clinical practice and educators that includes case narratives with
videos.
Congratulations to the 2018 Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy award winners .

Among them is JNPT Associate Editor Catherine Lang, who was honored with the
Excellence in Neurologic Research award.
JNPT would also like to extend a special thank you to our great team of reviewers and
editorial board members, whose diligent work helps make JNPT such a great journal
and resource for neurologic physical therapy!
Enjoy the issue,

George Fulk, PT, PhD
New! IV STEP conference eBook now available
Couldn't make it to IV STEP or want to relive it?
The
IV Step Conference eBook
is now available!
Included are supplements + additional Case Narratives WITH videos. Learn

about cutting edge research that you can apply to your patients from the leading
researchers in neurologic and pediatric physical therapy.
Table of contents:
-Opening Session:
The Past, Present, and Future of Neurorehabilitation: From NUSTEP Through IV
STEP and Beyond
- Session 1: Prediction, Prevention and Plasticity
- Session 2: Plasticity
- Session 3: Prevention
- Session 4: Plasticity and Participation
- Session 5: Participation
- Closing Summary Session:
Stepping Up to Rethink the Future of Rehabilitation: IV STEP Considerations and
Inspirations
- 20 VIDEO Case Narratives
Presenters include: Carolee Winstein, Ann Van Sant, Michelle Basso, Andrea
Behrman, Alan Lee, Lori Quinn, and Lara Boyd among many others. This is a great
resource for both clinicians and educators.
Click here for the IV STEP eBook
Co-Editors: Edelle Field-Fote, PT, PhD, FAPTA, Linda Fetters, PT, PhD, FAPTA, and Ann
Van Sant, PT, PhD, FAPTA
International Conference of Vestibular Rehab

Registration is COMPLETELY FULL!!
We encourage everyone who was not able to register for this conference to put your
name on the waitlist. This information will be very valuable to us when we plan for the
next conference, so we know how many attendees to plan for. To be added to the wait
list, please email the following to neuro@apta.org: your name, email, daytime phone
number. The waitlist will be assigned on a first come-first serve basis. Being added to
the waitlist does not guarantee a reservation for the conference nor for the hotel. All
individuals on the waitlist will be notified after July 1 but before July 15 of their
status. Should registration become an option for anyone on the waitlist, the Early Bird
registration rate will be the amount applied.
Call for Research Abstracts: CSM 2019
The Combined Sections Meeting 2019 call for proposal submissions is now
open. Please encourage your members to submit proposals and/or seek
additional information at www.apta.org/csm/submissions/. A flyer you may use to
promote the deadlines has been posted in the Component Leaders Community
in the Hub (login is required).
The deadline for research abstracts for poster and platform presentations
is June 15, 2018. Abstracts from every specialty are welcome, in the
categories of research, special interest, case studies, and theory reports.
Poster presentations are posted for discussion during an assigned 2-hour
time slot. Platform presentations are oral presentations assigned to a 5-
15-minute time slot.
CPG Implementation Survey

Feedback needed to guide the implementation of Clinical
Practice Guidelines (CPG's)!
APTA has made great progress in assisting Sections/Academies with the
development CPG's. They are working to develop objectives related to
implementation of CPG's and would like your feedback.
Use the QR code to access the survey
Answer at most 14 questions (<5 min)
Click "Submit"
NEW! You may also access the survey by clicking on this link.
Check out the 2018 ANPT Courses!
Are you interested in learning the newest evidence related to

the management of Parkinson's Disease?
If so,
A Comprehensive Approach to Evidence-Based Rehabilitation of Patients with
Parkinson's Diseases across the Continuum of Disability
is for you!
Parkinson's disease (PD) is considered a chronic health condition that must be successfully
managed over a period of many years. Despite advances in medical management, patients
with PD experience a decline in quality of life and physical function over the course of the
disease. There is a growing body of evidence revealing the benefits of physical activity,
exercise, and rehabilitation in improving participation, decreasing activity limitations, and
remediating deficits in body structure and function in people with PD.
This course will begin with a review of the underlying neuropathology of PD, followed by
discussions related to differential diagnosis. An evidence-based approach to the physical
therapy examination, diagnosis, prognosis and intervention will be described. This will include,
but not be limited to coverage of how varied motor phenotypes (e.g., freezing of gait) and PD-
related cognitive dysfunction may impact rehabilitation. Responsiveness of commonly used
outcome measures will be discussed. The most current research supporting potential
neuroprotection and neuro-restorative effects of exercise interventions will be included. Specific
elements of treatment will be highlighted - including overground walking and treadmill training,
cardiovascular fitness training, strengthening, balance training, and external cueing. Finally,
community-based exercise programs supported by evidence will be discussed.
Location: Atlanta, GA
Dates: Sept 15-16, 2018
Click here to register!
Exciting Updates from the World Confederation

for Physical Therapy!
Congress accepts Incredible Impacts Award
Watch the video showing Tracy Bury, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, accepting the
Incredible Impacts Award given to the WCPT Congress 2017 in Cape Town for its range
of outstanding legacy activities that benefitted Africa and the wider community.
www.wcpt.org/wcpt2019/legacy
The award, given by the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) and
BestCities, was announced at the ICCA Congress in Prague.
Key congress dates announced
May 2018: call for abstracts launched
July 2018: registration opens
September 2018: deadline for abstract submission
October 2018: deadline for early bird registration
April 2019: deadline for advance registration
Additional resources
Course: Kit: Neurologic Practice Essentials Course: Navigating the Regulatory

TWO courses on the use of outcome Environment: Ensuring Compliance While
measures for the neurologic patient Promoting Professional Integrity
population with a case study for stroke
developed by neurology section leaders. Special Notes: FREE TO
MEMBERS! Intermediate level. The 2 part
Via Text: Neurologic Practice course includes an audio roundtable, with
Essentials: An Outcome Measures experienced and knowledgeable presenters
Toolbox (LMS-391) reviewing topics such as laws and
Via Online: Neurologic Practice regulations related to health care fraud and
Essentials: Choosing Outcome abuse. Interactive case vignettes drawn from
Measures for a Patient with Stroke real-world situations illustrate types of
(LMS-392) Medicare fraud or abuse involving physical
therapy services. This course has been
Special Notes: DISCOUNTED provided online and has been approved for
TO ACADEMY OF NEUROLOGIC PT 0.2 CEUs.
MEMBERS! The authors of these two
courses are Karen McCulloch, PT, PhD,
NCS; Jane Sullivan, PT, MS, DHS; and
Kirsten Potter, PT, DPT, MS.
App: VIAtherapy: Upper Extremity Post-

Stroke Evidence Based Treatment
Cost: TBA (we hope to have a discount rate

to APTA Academy of Neurologic PT, Inc
members.)
Description: Target audience is

rehabilitation providers actively engaged in
the rehabilitation of those with arm App: The APTA Action App
impairment after a stroke. The objective of
the algorithm is to promote optimal arm Cost: FREE
recovery after stroke. Optimal recovery can
be defined from many perspectives. Description: The APTA Action App is a
Recovery of usual quality and frequency of powerful grassroots tool for physical
use of the affected arm is the ultimate goal. therapists, physical therapist assistants, and
students. The app can help simplify the task
Special Notes: This app is in development of lobbying Members of Congress and State
stages (not much longer) and awaiting Legislators with all the information you need
members to review and give feedback in the palm of your hand. This app includes
before officially releasing. The voluntary an action center, Congressional and State
work infused into this effort came from an directory, talking points, and more.
international panel with representation of
relevant disciplines including stroke and Special Notes: Now includes state
rehabilitation researchers and clinicians government affairs information. (Presently,
from Medicine (Physiatry and Neurology) 29 states have signed up to provide
and Physical and Occupational Therapy. government affairs information at your
The collective expertise encompassed fingertips.)
research interests in epidemiology, motor
control, and knowledge translation. Platforms: Android & iOS
Platforms: Google Android, iPhone, iPad,

or iPod touch
Links to electronic resources

Members often call the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy, Inc's office seeking
information. Below are a number of useful links to information frequently requested by
members.
Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy webpage

Sign up for the Academy's Listserv
Join a Special Interest Group (SIG)
Nominate Someone for an Academy of Neurologic PT Award
Nominate Someone for an Academy of Neurologic PT Committee appointment
Volunteer for an Academy of Neurologic PT committee appointment
Member Research
Job Opportunities
Contact the Academy of Neurologic PT Office
Neurologic Residency Programs
NCS Exam Study Resources
Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy (JNPT)
APTA Legislative Action Center
The Academy of Neurologic PT Advocacy Resources
Courses and Conferences
EDGE Documents
Health Professionals (Non-Physician) Special Interest Group of the International
Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society
Degenerative Diseases SIG: Facebook & DDSIG website
About the Newsletter...
The Action Potential Newsletter of The Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy is published
twice a month and will arrive in your email box in a format that can be easily viewed by both
HTML and text-based readers. Deadlines for submitting articles or information for distribution
are the second and fourth Mondays of the month with publication and electronic mailing on the
second and fourth Fridays of the month. We welcome any information that you might have to
share with the membership. Please submit your articles via the electronic submissions form on
the Academy's website under the "Professional Resources" tab. Feel free to contact the
newsletter editor, Tina Stoeckmann at tina.stoeckmann@marquette.edu if you have other
questions.
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Grace Blankenhagen <graceblanken@gmail.com>

The Academy of Neurologic PT Newsletter 4.13.18

Your bimonthly news and updates on items of

Communication Submission Form

About Us SIGs Professional Resources Events & Courses JNPT Join Us

JNPT erratum correction

Student Research Awards for Most Exceptional Abstracts

Professional student award winner: Cameron Blanton

Mentor: Dr. Chia-Cheng Lin, PT, PhD

ANPT Election for 2018 is about to begin!!

It's ELECTION time!

Synapse Education Center

Which Outcome Measure for Which Patient with MS???

Have you signed up for this web-based presentation (3 hours/.3CEU's) Multiple

Neurology PTA Advanced Proficiency Pathway

Call for Task Force Members! Apply Today!

1. Development and implementation of a survey of ANPT membership to

PTs with Neurologic Clinical Specialist certification

PTAs with at least 10 years of practice in a neurologic setting

Responsibilities of the task force include:

Disclosure of conflict of interest

If you are interested in serving on this task force, please

APTA Mission Statement Update!

The new mission statement reads:

As we begin communications on the new mission statement, we encourage you to share it

NEXT is the leading-edge event for physical therapy professionals with

A Head Case: Injury to Integration

NEW! April Issue of JNPT Now Available!

We are excited to publish the Academy of

important journey towards integrating the

In this issue, we also have a number of high quality

Congratulations to the 2018 Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy award winners .

Enjoy the issue,

New! IV STEP conference eBook now available

Couldn't make it to IV STEP or want to relive it?

Included are supplements + additional Case Narratives WITH videos. Learn

Click here for the IV STEP eBook

International Conference of Vestibular Rehab

Registration is COMPLETELY FULL!!

Call for Research Abstracts: CSM 2019

CPG Implementation Survey

Check out the 2018 ANPT Courses!

Are you interested in learning the newest evidence related to

Exciting Updates from the World Confederation

Congress accepts Incredible Impacts Award

Key congress dates announced

May 2018: call for abstracts launched

July 2018: registration opens

September 2018: deadline for abstract submission

October 2018: deadline for early bird registration

April 2019: deadline for advance registration

Course: Kit: Neurologic Practice Essentials Course: Navigating the Regulatory

App: VIAtherapy: Upper Extremity Post-

Cost: TBA (we hope to have a discount rate

Description: Target audience is

Platforms: Google Android, iPhone, iPad,

Links to electronic resources

Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy webpage

About the Newsletter...

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