Management of the Painful Hemiplegic Shoulder in the Stroke Population

Management of the Painful Hemiplegic Shoulder in the Stroke PopulationDESCRIPTION Hemiplegic shoulder pain (HSP) is a common occurrence after a stroke, it not only generates pain it limits daily living activities. This webinar will discuss prevalence and clinical presentation of the painful hemiplegic shoulder, risk factor groups, evaluation and evidence based intervention techniques such as mobilizations, Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES), taping, edema management and mental imagery. Participants will learn

DESCRIPTION
Hemiplegic shoulder pain (HSP) is a common occurrence after a stroke, it not only generates pain it limits daily living activities. This webinar will discuss prevalence and clinical presentation of the painful hemiplegic shoulder, risk factor groups, evaluation and evidence-based intervention techniques such as mobilizations, Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES), taping, edema management and mental imagery. Participants will learn how to structure intervention sessions for the painful hemiplegic shoulder and will be exposed to case study examples to enhance learning and facilitation of these techniques. Patient, family member and staff educational options are reviewed for each intervention method and home exercise programs during the rehabilitation process are discussed.

INSTRUCTOR (click on the name below to read faculty bio)
Christine Griffin, OTR/L, PhD, BCPR

LEARNER OUTCOMES
Upon completion of this webinar, participants will be able to:  

1. Interpret current evidence for treatment techniques for hemiplegic shoulder pain
2. Describe how to utilize intervention techniques to decrease pain and increase functional performance
3. List four educational topics to address with the patient and their caregivers

SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION
Participants will watch the on-demand recording in its entirety and complete an assessment and feedback module in the Academy Learning Portal. You will have three months from the date of purchase to complete and review the course material. You will receive a reminder email two weeks before the expiration date. 

AUDIENCE
Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants.

CONTINUING EDUCATION
Occupational Therapists: 

The Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID #14344. This distance learning independent webinar is offered at 1.5 contact hours, 0.15 CEUs [intermediate level, foundational knowledge/OT service delivery]. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.

Physical Therapists: This online course has been approved by the Illinois Physical Therapy Board for 1.5 Contact Hours. Approval #216-000069

The Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is recognized by California and the New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider of physical therapy and physical therapist assistant continuing education for 1.5 Contact Hours on 12/9/2025.

Many states accept continuing education contact hours recognized in other states, enabling professionals to use these hours to meet their licensing or certification requirements. Please consult your state regulations to see if this meets CEU requirements for your license.

Disclosures: 
Course Directors and Planning Committee Members:
Julie Lenkiewicz, MS, CCC-SLP Has nothing to disclose.
Melissa Kolski, PT, OCS, Dip MDT Has nothing to disclose.
Leslie Marriott, OTR/L Has nothing to disclose.
Selah Bustamante, MSN, RN, CRRN Has nothing to disclose.
Melissa Legreid, MSN, RN, CRRN, NPD-BC Has nothing to disclose.
Speakers, Moderators and Panelists:
Christine Griffin, OTR/L, MS, BCPR Has nothing to disclose.

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