2023 ATRA Annual Conference Program (Tentative)

St. Louis, MO - Hilton Frontenac St. Louis

On-SIte Program for the 2023 ATRA Annual Conference September 9 - 12, 2023

*Sessions subject to change.

* ALL CEUs have been approved by NCTRC.

*Check pdf for NCTRC Specialty Certification approved courses.

Just the Basics: Using Therapeutic Recreation with TBI and SCI Populations

Tuesday, September 12, 2023 at 1:30 PM–3:00 PM CDT

Pommard

Session Description

This session will provide an overview of physical presentations, safety considerations, treatment plans and interdisciplinary interventions, potential barriers to participation, useful equipment/adaptations, and overall neurological-based knowledge for working with individuals with TBI and SCI.

Learning Outcomes

1. Identify 2-3 safety considerations for working with individuals with TBI or SCI.
2. Describe 2-3 interventions for working with TBI/SCI populations.
3. Identify basic terminology and language used when working with TBI/SCI populations.

Presentation Track: Select ALL that Apply

Adaptive Sports
Community
Physical Rehabilitation and Medicine

Target Audience

Students
New Graduates/New Professionals
Mid-Career Professionals

Primary Presenter

Mara Salas, Craig Hospital

Credentials

CTRS, CBIS