Spinal Motion Restriction and Special Considerations for Managing the Athlete: Collaboration of Care Among First Responders

West Des Moines, IA US
September 25, 2025

Registration


There is no cost to attend, and registration is requested.

To RSVP, email Peyton Devinny.
 

Target Audience

The primary target audience is athletic trainers, emergency medical technicians, and first responders; however, all interested healthcare professionals are invited to attend. 

Purpose

The goal in an emergency is to optimize and streamline care by solidifying an emergency action plan. Attendees will collaborate and discuss current literature and recommendations for spinal motion restriction, especially for emergencies on the ice. Further discussions will include equipment management, transportation of minors, pain management strategies, and primary and secondary assessments.

Learning Objectives

  1. Discuss the current research and practices for the use of selective spinal motion restriction.
  2. Discuss the current research and practices for bleeding control/management.
  3. Apply the most appropriate WDM EMS protocols to the management of various simulated patients presenting with sports-related injuries and sudden cardiac arrest.
  4. Coordinate the response, care, and safe extrication of a simulated patient with a team composed of varying expertise and specialized equipment.
  5. Discuss the procedures for obtaining consent to transport minor patients with parents on or off-site.

Instructors

Peyton DeVinny, MS, LAT, ATC
Athletic Trainer, Physical Therapy Clinic, MidAmerican Energy RecPlex

Lauren Mach, PT, DPT, ATC
Site Supervisor, Head Athletic Trainer and Physical Therapist, Physical Therapy Clinic, MidAmerican Energy RecPlex

Brian Rayhons, MPA, NRP, FP-C
Deputy Chief of Training and Quality Management, West Des Moines Emergency Medical Services

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
  • 1.00 AOA Category 2­A
  • 1.00 CE Contact Hour(s)
  • 1.00 BOC
Course opens: 
09/25/2025
Course expires: 
09/25/2025
Event starts: 
09/25/2025 - 6:00am CDT
Event ends: 
09/25/2025 - 7:00am CDT
Cost:
$0.00
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MidAmerican Energy RecPlex
6500 Grand Ave, Suite 110
Des Moines University Clinic
West Des Moines, IA 50266
United States

Accreditation Statements

  • Athletic trainer: Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences (BOC AP#: P509) is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to Athletic Trainers (ATs). This program is eligible for a maximum of 1.0 Category A hours/CEUs. ATs should claim only those hours actually spent in the educational program.
  • DO: Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences (DMU) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. DMU designates this activity for a maximum of 1.0 AOA Category 2-A credits and will report CME and specialty credits commensurate with the extent of the physician’s participation in this activity.
  • MD: This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Iowa Medical Society (IMS). Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences (DMU) is accredited by the IMS to provide continuing medical education for physicians. DMU designates this live activity for 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
  • Other healthcare providers: This activity is designated for 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™.

Educational Grants

No ineligible company provided financial support for this continuing education activity. 

Disclosures

The speaker(s) will disclose if any pharmaceuticals, medical procedures, and devices discussed are investigational or unapproved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The activity director is responsible for determining educational content and selecting speakers. 

Relevant to the content of this educational activity, the following individual(s) have no conflict(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.

  • Peyton DeVinny, MS, LAT, ATC - Instructor
  • Lauren Mach, PT, DPT, ATC - Activity Director and Instructor
  • Brian Rayhons, MPA, NRP, FP-C - Instructor

Disclaimer

The information provided at this activity is for continuing education. It is not meant to substitute for the independent medical judgment of a healthcare provider regarding the diagnostic and treatment options for a specific patient’s medical condition. 

Available Credit

  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
  • 1.00 AOA Category 2­A
  • 1.00 CE Contact Hour(s)
  • 1.00 BOC

Price

Cost:
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There is no cost to attend, and registration is requested.

To RSVP, email Peyton Devinny.