TMR Tots for Torticollis
From Feet to Feeding
A 4.5-hour, self-paced continuing education course, that introduces the TMR concepts and provides strategies that you can incorporate into your practice right away in order to help dyads meet their breastfeeding goals.
torticollis does not just involve the neck, it's full body asymmetry.
In this course, participants will be introduced to the TMR Tots method of assessment and treatment with respect to the impact of torticollis on symmetry and will gain a deeper understanding of the unique challenges associated with breastfeeding.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the connection between a fascial strain in the skull and asymmetry in neck mobility.
- Identify the relationship between a torticollis in the neck with postural symmetry in the trunk.
- Recognize 3 factors that might contribute to the possibility of torticollis in infants.
- Recognize 3 red flags for asymmetry which might be beyond the scope of TMR Tots.
- Identify the relationship between asymmetry in neck mobility and feeding.
AOTA Approved Provider & IBLCE Long-Term Provider
HERE'S WHAT'S INSIDE
RECORDED VIDEO Lessons
PDF Downloads
Recources
Screen infants using two TMR Tots motions that take less than 30 seconds!
Let's Look Inside the Course
Don’t feel rushed! This is a self-paced, online continuing education course. You can pause, replay, and watch the videos as many times as you’d like.
module one: 45 minutes
Course Introduction
- Introduction to TMR for Tots
module two: 1 hour 37 minutes
Foundations
- Types of Torticollis
- Impact on Breastfeeding
- Impact on Development
- Theory of TMR
module three: 2 hour 2 minutes
TMR for TOTs
- Evaluation
- Intervention
- Case Studies
Module four: 10 minutes
Wrap-Up
- Referrals
- Conclusion
Course Instructors
Susan Blum, PT, TMRc
Susan obtained her Bachelor's degree in physical therapy in 1975. She is the owner of Susan Blum Pediatric Physical Therapy, a private practice specializing in the treatment of children in natural environments. Susan provides PT services in the York, Pennsylvania area both in early intervention and private consultation.
In addition to using traditional pediatric strategies, Susan employs the step-by-step TMR approach and is able to create more effective care plans.
Susan has adapted TMR for the pediatric population and has witnessed a dramatic improvement in the functional outcomes of her patients. Her practice includes patients with a wide variety of issues including cerebral palsy, orthopedic issues, gait asymmetries, torticollis, developmental delays, and other neuro-motor disorders. All have benefited from TMR and exceeded former expectations.
Instructor Disclosures
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this course intended for?
Licensed healthcare professionals with a full-body scope of practice. The Lactation OT LLC will not be held liable for clinicians acting outside of the scope of practice designation by the appropriate professional organization (AOTA, APTA, etc.).
Are there prerequisites for this course?
Beyond the professional licensure, there is no required coursework needed prior to enrolling in this course.
As a therapist, can I count this course toward my 90 hours of lactation-specific education?
Absolutely! This course is approved for 4.5 L-CERPs. To receive credit for completion, the course must be completed with 100% watch time and each participant will need to complete a post-assessment with a passing score of at least 80% to ensure all learning objectives are met.
Information about AOTA CEUs
This course is approved for 0.45 AOTA CEUs. Participants will be required to:
- Complete the course in its entirety (100% of the course watched)
- Complete a multiple-choice post-assessment with a passing score of at least 80% (untimed test)
Information about ASHA CEUs
This course does not provide ASHA CEUs. However, many SLPs have received credit for this course. Please read more about the requirements for professional development. Please feel free to reach out to ASHA directly for further inquiries.
Information for Physical Therapists about PT CEUs
APTA does not approve individual companies and you will need to check with your individual state for online course requirements. To best prepare you can save the following:
- The certificate of completion that will be provided
- List of references
- A copy of the assessment questions
How long will I have access to the course?
6 months from the purchase date.
What is your refund/cancellation policy?
Refunds must be requested within 14 days of purchase by emailing [email protected]. A full refund is available if no modules have been started. A partial refund is available once ANY portion of the course has been viewed. The amount refunded is at the sole discretion of The Lactation OT LLC. There is no refund available after 14 days of purchase OR if module one has been completed. Recipients will receive acknowledgment of refund requests within 3 business days. If the request is valid per the terms listed above, the refund will be processed within 7 business days. If for any reason the course is canceled by The Lactation OT before the course is started, a full refund will be provided.
How do I request special accommodation?
Please send us an email at [email protected] at least 14 days before starting the course with further details of your request.
