Stroke Camp
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Stroke Camp is an elective course offered to the Doctor of Physical Therapy students at Des Moines University. During the camp, individuals post-CVA receive intensive physical therapy treatment delivered by the DPT students under the supervision of faculty and clinician volunteers.
Agenda
Monday | |
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8:45 am | Clinical Examination/Testing |
10:45 am | Balance, Gait, Upper Extremity (UE) |
11:45 am | Lunch |
12:30 pm | Balance, Gait, UE |
1:30 pm | Balance, Gait, UE |
2:30 pm | Wrap Up |
3 pm | Adjourn |
Tuesday - Thursday | |
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8:45 am | Group Exercise |
9:45 am | Balance, Gait, UE |
10:45 am | Balance, Gait, UE |
11:45 am | Lunch |
12:30 pm | Balance, Gait, UE |
1:30 pm | Tai Chi |
2 pm | Group Game - Per Students |
2:30 pm | Wrap Up |
3 pm | Adjourn |
Friday | |
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8:45 am | Clinical Examination/Testing |
10:30 am | Group Exercise |
11:30 am | Lunch |
12:15 pm | Instruction in HEP and Tai Chi |
1:15 pm | Summarize Test Results and Wrap Up |
Objectives
- List potential benefits of backward and lateral walking upon muscle strength and gait.
- Describe how to best incorporate lateral walking gait training into the physical therapy treatment plan for a person post-CVA.
- Describe the following clinical measures: Trunk Impairment Scale, Function in Sitting Test, and Postural Assessment Scale for Stroke.
- Explain a sequence for core stabilization exercises for patients post stroke.
During the camp the participants will participate in a one-hour group exercise and/or tai chi lesson and/or instruction in weight supported treadmill training led by the course instructor. The clinician will be able to:
- List three mat exercises utilizing proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) to increase trunk strength.
- Demonstrate a pelvic PNF pattern designed to improve the patient’s gait pattern.
- Explain the benefits of tai chi for balance and fall prevention.
- State safety precautions for the patient and therapist during unweighted treadmill training.
Instructor
Kathy Mercuris, PT, DHS, C/NDT, CEEAA received her BS in Physical Therapy from Northwestern University and her Doctorate in Health Sciences at the University of Indianapolis. She is certified in adult hemiplegia by the Neurodevelopment Association, is a certified Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention instructor, and has Certification as Exercise Expert in Aging Adults. She has 38 years of experience working with individuals with neurologic dysfunction and teaching in the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at Des Moines University.

Des Moines University is located on a 22-acre campus in the heart of Des Moines, Iowa. Just west of downtown on Grand Avenue, the University is located in one of Des Moines’ most prestigious neighborhoods. The campus is in a historic neighborhood filled with tree-lined streets and gracious older homes and businesses. Its central location makes it easy to access the rest of the city and outlying communities. The campus is close to the Des Moines International Airport, located on the bus line and just blocks from local shopping and downtown Des Moines.
Offered to clinicians completing one full day of supervision during the Stroke Camp. Prior to the camp, the clinician volunteers will:
- Complete a post-test related to the content in two provided research articles.
- Read two required articles.
- Participate in a one-hour on-line discussion with all of the clinicians and course instructor. Scheduled for late afternoon or early evening in August.
- Complete the post-test.
Available Credit
- 4.00 CE Contact Hour(s)