Agenda & Sessions

Check out our keynote, technology panel, and plenary discussion – a few of the amazing sessions at InterACTION 2024. Stay tuned for many more!

8:20am-9:40am

Concurrent SESSIONS

Innovative Community Programs

The Midwife Collaboration: Improving Access to Pelvic Health Physiotherapy through a New Community Program

Speakers: Jessica Doig, BScKin, MScPT, Allison Rigney, RM, BHSc. Midwifery, B. Kin

This session will explore the design and implementation of an innovative, free pelvic health program run by pelvic floor physiotherapists and midwives. It will highlight the benefits of community partnerships and introduce a new model of care that improves access to specialized physiotherapy services for postpartum women.

Learn to:

1. Understand the benefits of collaborating with community partners in improving access to pelvic health education and physiotherapy
2. Understand how to use your community network to access funding and/or start other initiatives

Community Based Rehabilitation Programs in Scarborough. A Pilot Project

Speakers: Charlotte Anderson, MScPT, PhD

This project aims to implement a community-based exercise program, Together in Movement and Exercise (TIME), to address the critical rehabilitation needs for the underserviced population of Scarborough, Ontario.

Learn to:

1. Understand the process of implementing a community-based exercise program

An Environmental Scan of Rehabilitation Literature in Uganda: Focus on the Kasese District

Speakers: Maryam Khaleqi-Sohi, PhD Student

Part of a larger project, this environmental scan aimed at optimizing access to rehabilitation services for people living with disabilities by identifying existing mobility aid provision and rehabilitation needs in Kasese, Uganda. This was completed through a three-stage literature review and participatory virtual, and in-person meetings in Uganda.

Authors: Maryam Khaleqi-Sohi, PhD Student, Peter Baluku, Mayor and disability advocate, Robert Bwambale, Allied Health Community Health Worker, Jennifer O'Neil, PT, PhD

The purpose of this CIHR-funded research planning project is an international collaboration aimed at promoting access to community-based rehabilitation services and developing a capacity-building tool to enhance mobility aid provision, with the environmental scan identifying gaps in rehabilitation service delivery.

Defining the Role of Rehabilitation in the Management of Degenerative Cervical Myelopathy (DCM)

Speakers: Sukhvinder Kalsi-Ryan, BScPT, MSc, PhD

Use of rehabilitation in DCM is non-standard, and limited by a small low quality evidence base. Benefits of a tailored, holistic and multi-disciplinary care familiar in other forms of spinal cord injury, is yet to be established. We define the potential role of rehabilitation in the management of DCM.

Learn to:

1. Introduce physical therapy practitioners to DCM: what is it, how is it diagnosed and managed. 
2. Define the current state of rehab care (unmet need) for DCM
3. Synthesize the existing evidence to define a foundational framework to initiate standards of practice for physical therapy.

MSK Practice/Inclusion & Diversity in PT

Make it Wrinkle-Free: The Oppressed Faces of Transnational Physiotherapists in Ontario

Speakers: Jeffrey Andrion, PT, PhD, MA, BScPT

During this presentation, attendees will have the opportunity to deeply understand how the identities and "international" credentials of immigrant PTs in Canada have contributed to their Othering in social and professional circles.

Authors: Jeffrey John Andrion, PT, PhD, MA, BScPT

Following Young's five faces of oppression, the purpose of this presentation is to share the lived experiences of immigrant PTs on how exploitation, marginalization, powerlessness, and cultural imperialism impact PT practice in Canada

Physiotherapy Students as Drivers of Change: Engaging with Under-Represented Communities to Promote Awareness of and Interest in Physiotherapy as a Profession – A Pilot Project

Speakers: Jasdeep Dhir, PT, MClSc(MT), TDPT, FCAMPT

To make transformational change in physiotherapy, systems that perpetuate oppression require identification through critical exploration across the continuum of the profession. This includes understanding who’s exposed to the profession, applications, admissions, success rates, and demographics. A lack of diversity has been identified in the literature and requires attention and action.

Authors: Jasdeep Dhir BSc(PT), MClSc(MT) TDPT , Justis Beley MSc(PT) Anna Bhatti MSc(PT), Khang Nguyen MSc(PT) PhD, Jenna Smith-Turchyn PT MSc(PT), PhD, Sarah Wojkowski MSc(PT), PhD

The overall aim of this research project was to evaluate the experience of student led presentations to under-represented community organizations to build interest and awareness of physiotherapy as a profession.

Pre-Admissions Strategies for Ensuring Diversity of Learners in Health Professional Programs: A Scoping Review

Speakers: Dana Licorish, PT Resident, MScPT, BASc, DipFHP, Renée Coelho, PT Resident, MScPT

This presentation explores strategies, practices, and initiatives employed by health professional programs, including physiotherapy, to create pathways for increasing student diversity before the formal admissions process begins. Join us to discover upstream approaches that can help shape a more diverse and inclusive future for physiotherapy in Canada.

Authors: Dana Licorish, PT Resident, MScPT, BASc, Dip.FHP), Renée Coelho, PT Resident, MScPT, HBSc, Mark Gillespie, PT Resident, MScPT, CAT(C), BA, Shella Moreau, PT Resident, MScPT, BScHK, Calyn Garraway, PT Resident, MScPT, HBSc, Hassan Hatoum, PT Resident, MScPT, BSc, Moatassem Kenaan PT Resident, MScPT, BHSc, and Gregory Spadoni, PT, MSc, BHSc, BA, Dip.Manip.Ther., FCAMPT, Clinical Specialist, Musculoskeletal

This study aimed to explore upstream/pipeline strategies for health professional programs employed before the admissions cycle to facilitate the diversity of their student populations.

Is the Squegg™ Digital Grip Device More Reliable than the Adapted Sphygmomanometer? A Clinical Measurement Study

Speakers: Emily Xiao, BHSc Student

We set out to answer the question: what is the test-retest reliability of the Squegg ™ and how does it compare to the adapted sphygmomanometer for grip strength measurement in children?

Grip strength is an important outcome measure in pediatric rheumatology settings. The adapted sphygmomanometer is often used instead of the ‘gold standard’ hydraulic dynamometer due to concerns with size, weight, and comfort. The Squegg™ grip device is a promising alternative which could address these concerns.

MSK, Pain & Arthritis

Authors: Degen Southmayd, PT; Michelle Ira Roque, HBSc; Julie Herrington, PT, MSc, ACPAC; Michelle Batthish, MD, MSc.; Tania Cellucci, MD, MScCH; Liane Heale, MD; Emily Xiao, BHSc Student; Tara Packham PhD, OTReg(Ont)

An ACPAC Trained Advanced Physiotherapist Practitioner’s Level of Safety Performing Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis Care (APPleJAC) – Comparing Key Performance Indicators with the PRCOIN Registry

Speakers: Julie Herrington, PT, MSc(RS), ACPAC

Advanced Physiotherapist Practitioner (APP) Roles are improving health care access in Canada. An APP shared care model in pediatric rheumatology was investigated for quality, safety and outcomes of care for children with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis and compared to an international registry. APP care was comparable or better than international standards.

Authors: Julie Herrington, PT, MSc(RS), ACPAC, Patrick Clarkin, BHSc (in progress), Karen Beattie, PhD, Jade Singleton, PhD, MPH, Michelle Batthish, MD, MSc, FRCP

The purpose is to identify the proportion and outcomes of key performance indicators attained in the long-term care of children with JIA followed in an APP shared care model in pediatric rheumatology and compare this care with an international registry.

Transformative Health Coaching in Physiotherapy: Building Alliances for Enhanced Outcomes

Speakers: Hélène Thériault, MAdEd, BScOT, Master Certified Coach (MCC), Susan Czyzo, MScPT, Certified Coach

Discover health coaching's impact on physiotherapy in this evidence-based workshop. Define coaching, apply principles, and practice foundational skills. Explore its transformative potential in therapeutic alliances. Gain practical insights to enhance diverse practice areas, bridging theory and application, and equipping physiotherapists with tools to elevate their approach and patient outcomes.

Learn to:

1. Define health coaching in relation to physiotherapy.
2. Understand coaching principles and their application in physiotherapy.
3. Practice a key foundational coaching skill for immediate application.

Coaching & Health Outcomes

10:00am-11:15am

Concurrent SESSIONS

Cardiorespiratory Systems & Teaching

Innovative Self-Management Approach with Patients Living with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)

Speakers: Debbie Childerhose, BPE, BHScPT, MHM (candidate)

A virtual, multidisciplinary approach to care, using the model of cardiac rehabilitation components, for patients diagnosed with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). At Women's College Hospital, an 8-week self-management and peer support session aiming at empowering patients with holistic tools for symptoms management. Physiotherapy role and program will be presented.

A 2021 study estimated that approximately 370,000 Canadians are affected by POTS, with prevalence increasing following the Covid-19 pandemic. Earlier this year, a study showed in the USA that this figure may have doubled post-pandemic. The condition affects females 5 times more than males.

The Use of Simulation for Teaching Cardiovascular Pulmonary Skills and Clinical Reasoning in Canadian Entry-level Physiotherapy Programs: A Qualitative Descriptive Study

Speakers: Erin Miller, PT, PhD

In this research presentation you will learn about simulation practices being used to teach cardiovascular pulmonary physical therapy skills in entry to practice programs across Canada and perceptions of educators about an ideal future in this area.

Authors: Erin Miller, PT, PhD, Lisa Wickerson, PT, PhD, Sunita Mathur, PT, PhD, Heather Braund, PhD, BSc(Hons), BEd, MEd, OCT, Nadeen Al Awamry, BSc, Eli Zytoon

The aim of this study was to identify simulation practices that are currently working well to teach cardiovascular pulmonary physical therapy skills and describe perceptions of educators of ideal future simulation practices.

Including Opportunities to Build Lifelong Learning Skills into an MScPT Cardiorespiratory Physical Therapy Course.

Speakers: Jaimie Coleman, PT, MScPT, MHM

Physical Therapy students were asked to learn collaboratively about 12 common diseases seen in cardiorespiratory practice. Students were supported in their effort regulation during that activity. We assessed the impact of the prompts on knowledge acquisition and learning experience.

Authors: Ryan Brydges, PhD, Nhat Chau, BSc, Adm Gavarkovs, BHSc, ScM, AM, PhD

The purpose was to determine the impact of prompts for task switching and sequencing on knowledge acquisition, task experience, and mental effort over three experimental conditions. Autonomous learning is effortful and challenging for learners and supports for effort regulation may improve learning.

Breather Trainer Versus Pulmonary Rehabilitation on Cardiopulmonary Efficiency in Patients with COPD Post Covid-19

Speakers: Alaa Beltagy, SPT, Amir Beltagi, PT, PhD

Explore the synergistic effects of combining breather respiratory muscle training with traditional pulmonary rehabilitation in COPD patients recovering from post-COVID-19 pneumonia. This session offers insights into improving cardiopulmonary fitness, managing symptoms, and enhancing quality of life, equipping attendees with practical strategies for addressing long-COVID impacts in COPD care.

Authors: Eman Elsayed PT, PhD, Alaa Beltagy SPT, Karim Elalfy PT, MA, Nesreen G. El-Nahas PT, PhD

A growing body of evidence indicates that SARS-CoV-2 infection can cause long-term problems in the lungs and various other organ systems. This study examined the impact of the breather respiratory muscle trainer on pneumonia and cardio-pulmonary function and fitness in patients with post-COVID-19.

Concurrent SESSIONS

Diagnostics

Exploring the Clinical Use of Point of Care Thoracic Ultrasound by Physiotherapists: A Scoping Review

Speakers: Haneen Ali, HBSc, MScPT, Anastasia Newman, MScPT, MScRS, PhD

There is limited information about how PTs incorporate POCLTUS into their clinical practice and the type and method of competency training received. We aimed to systematically map the emerging evidence surrounding PT-performed POCLTUS and outline the evidence regarding PT training of POCLTUS.

Authors: Haneen Ali, HBSc, MScPT, Mary Makhlouf, BSc, MScPT, Brianna Bettencourt-Mora, HBSc, MScPT, Concetta Barranca, HBSc, MScPT, Paola Gonzalez, BKin, MScPT, Annie Hu, HBSc, MScPT, Alejandra Picon Moreno, HBSc, MScPT, Anastasia N.L. Newman, PT, PhD, Karen Strike, PT, PhDPoint of care lung and thoracic ultrasonography (POCLTUS) is a diagnostic tool that physiotherapists (PT) can use to help guide assessment and treatment. This presentation will explore how PTs incorporate POCLTUS into their clinical practice and the type and method of competency training received.

Don't Get Fooled Again: Medical Masqueraders in Physiotherapy Practice

Speakers: Jack Miller, BScPT, Dip MT(NZ), Dip MSK Med (UK), MClSc, DPT, FCAMPT, Rob Werstine, DPT, MBA, FCAMPT, Sport Dip

This presentation will tighten awareness of the common medical masqueraders of spine and extremities, the clinical indicators of these pathologies and the appropriate investigations.

Fulfilment of scope of practice for physiotherapists has been identified as a primary goal by both OPA and CPA. This program will strongly support this goal by highlighting the value of direct access to both diagnostic imaging and medical laboratory testing.

Concurrent SESSIONS

Arthritis Care

Rheumatology Rapid Access Clinic: An Accelerated Access Model of Care.

Speakers: Trinette Kaunds, PT, MScPT, BScKin, ACPAC

The Canadian healthcare system strives for equitable care, yet challenges with wait times persist, especially in rheumatology. To address this, Mount Sinai Hospital established a Rheumatology Rapid Access Clinic led by an extended role physiotherapist. This presentation explores the clinic's model, its impact on access, and integration into specialized care.

Authors: Haneen Ali, HBSc, MScPT, Mary Makhlouf, BSc, MScPT, Brianna Bettencourt-Mora, HBSc, MScPT, Concetta Barranca, HBSc, MScPT, Paola Gonzalez, BKin, MScPT, Annie Hu, HBSc, MScPT, Alejandra Picon Moreno, HBSc, MScPT, Anastasia N.L. Newman, PT, PhD, Karen Strike, PT, PhDPoint of care lung and thoracic ultrasonography (POCLTUS) is a diagnostic tool that physiotherapists (PT) can use to help guide assessment and treatment. This presentation will explore how PTs incorporate POCLTUS into their clinical practice and the type and method of competency training received.

Co-Authors: Dr. Nigil Haroon, MD, PhD, DM, FRCPC, FRCP, MBA Head, Division of Rheumatology, University Health Network and Mount Sinai Hospital

Co-Authors: Bria Dexter, RD, MPH, PMP, Sr. Manager, Ambulatory Services, Urgent & Critical Care, Mount Sinai Hospital

Co-Authors: Katherine McQuaid-Bascon, MScOT Reg (Ont.), MHSc, CHE Senior Director, Health Disciplines, Mount Sinai Hospital

Co-Authors: Laura Passalent PT, BScPT, MHSc, ACPAC, Physiotherapist Practitioner, Division of Rheumatology, Schroeder Arthritis Institute, University Health Network

Co-Authors: Ahmed Omar MBBCh, MRCP, MSc, Assistant Professor, Department of Medicine, University of Toronto, Staff Physician - Mount Sinai Hospital

Timely access to rheumatology care is a persistent challenge in Canada, with wait times often exceeding benchmarks. To address this, a Rheumatology Rapid Access Clinic (RAC) led by an ACPAC-trained extended role practitioner was established at Mount Sinai Hospital.

Design-Thinking Applied to Axial Spondyloarthritis – A Novel Model of Care Incorporating ACPAC-Trained Extended Scope Physiotherapists to Address Diagnostic Delay

Speakers: Laura Passalent, PT, BScPT, MHSc, ACPAC

This presentation illustrates the application of a "design thinking" approach to address diagnostic delay in axial spondyloarthritis utilizing an Advanced Clinician Practitioner in Arthritis Care physiotherapist working in an extended scope role.

Design-thinking is an iterative approach to solve complex problems used in various industry sectors. The purpose of this study is to apply design-thinking principles to the development, evaluation and implementation of early axSpA screening in patients referred from primary care.

Authors: Laura Passalent, PT, BScPT, MHSc, ACPAC, Robert Inman, MD, FRCPC, FACP, FRCP Edin., Nigil Haroon, MD, PhD, Marcia Correale, PT, MScPT, Raja Rampersaud, MD, FRCSC

Concurrent SESSIONS

Importance of Knowing What Physiotherapists Don’t Know About Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal Diseases:  A Trilogy.

Speakers: Leslie Soever, BScPT, MSc, ACPAC, Sue Turcotte, PT, APP, Jennifer Boyle, PhD

This presentation will focus on extended scope competencies of healthcare professionals who undertook a post-licensure, competency-based, university-affiliated program. Knowledge acquisition from written examination scores, across several competencies related to rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases (RMDs) will be shared. A student and patient will share their lived experiences regarding extended professional scope.

Authors: Passalent L, BScPT, MHSc, ACPAC, Steiman A, MD, MSc, FRCPC, Nielsen C, BSc, MD, FRCSC, Levy D, MSc, MD, FRCPC, Whiskin C, RPh, BScPhm, NCMP, Bhatt K, RPh, PharmD, BCMAS, Mohankumar R, MBBS, FRCR, FRCPC, Inman RD, BA, MD, FRCPC, FACP, FRCP Edin

The purpose of this study was to determine overall knowledge acquisition of program learners from 2022 to 2024; learn about the professional impact on physiotherapist’s career; and ascertain patient perspectives on care, all important for addressing health system needs.

Concurrent SESSIONS

Virtual Care

The P.A.V.E. Project: Physiotherapy At-home with Virtual Engagement

Speakers: Jessica Powers, PT, MScPT, MSc, Sabrina Thompson, HBSc

Innovative delivery methods are needed to empower Ontario's older adults to 'age in place'. Utilizing PTAs and virtual home assessments allows physiotherapists to prioritize in-person intervention for individuals with complex care needs and increase overall assessment capacity, facilitating access to care.

Authors: Kayla Marson, OT Reg. (Ont.), MScOT, Kim Garland, OT Reg. (Ont.), MScOT, Teresa Avvampato, PhD, MScOT, Laura Maybury, PT, MScPT

Ontario's older adults have a growing desire to ‘age in place’. Meeting the care needs of these individuals under current delivery models is increasingly unfeasible. We aim to pave the way for home-based health services to utilize support personnel and virtual assessment to increase access to care.

Health Equity in Telerehabilitation: Development of Reporting Checklist

Speakers: Piper Lopes, Physiotherapy Resident, MScPT, Janine Sibayan, PT Resident, MHScPT, HBSc HK

The objective of this study was to identify and define health equity indicators for their inclusion in a preliminary reporting checklist for telerehabilitation. Interviewed providers selected forty indicators to serve as the foundation for a checklist to be used during the development and implementation of telerehabilitation services.

Telerehabilitation has expanded the ways rehabilitation services are delivered, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the experiences of individuals facing disparities and barriers in telerehabilitation participation may be underrepresented. It is important to consider their experiences.

Authors: Piper Lopes, MHSc Physiotherapy, PT Resident; Janine Sibayan, MHSc Physiotherapy, PT Resident, Emma Desrosiers-Solowy, MHSc Physiotherapy, PT Resident, Isabelle Bourget, MHSc Physiotherapy, PT Resident, Katerine Sauvé-Schenk, OT, PhD, Jennifer O'Neil, PT, PhD

Pulmonary Rehabilitation – How effective is the Virtual Alternative?

Speakers: Prashna Singh, PT, MScPT

The COVID-19 pandemic presented challenges in providing face-to-face healthcare, necessitating the implementation of PR programs through a video conferencing platform (virtual). However, it is unknown if the virtual PR program is effective. The purpose of this study was to evaluate its effectiveness.

This session will explore the effectiveness of the shift to virtual PR programs, which many programs adopted due to COVID-19 restrictions, for individuals with COPD who were referred to PR.

Authors: Manisha Wijayanayagam, PT, MScPT, Deanna Jackson, PT, MScPT, Kaitie Shipley, PT, MScPT, Ramzi El Madbak, PT, MScPT, Sophie Fu, PT, MScPT, Kenneth Wu, PT, MBA, PhD, Nancy M. Salbach, PT, PhD, Prashna Singh, PT, MScPT

1:00pm-2:00pm

Concurrent SessionS

Community Mobility

What is Nordic Pole Walking and Why is this Sport and Rehab Activity Gaining Traction around the World? Learn the Evidence-based Benefits and Treatment Application of Nordic Pole Walking for All Types of Patients

Speakers: Jennifer Howey, BScPT, BSc(Hons)

Nordic Pole Walking is fun! Patients love it. It is a marketing tool and research opportunity.  Learn the evidence of NPW in physiotherapy. A collaboration with Hong Kong Physiotherapy Department on NPW and Parkinson’s disease is presented. Patients now receive funding for a NPW program if diagnosed with PD.

Learn to:

1. Introduce physiotherapists to the evidence-based applications of Nordic Pole Walking in all areas of physiotherapy practice.
2. Demonstrate the NPW technique and discuss the different poles and their uses

Evaluating the Episodic Disability Questionnaire: Insights from Older Adults with Complex Health Needs – A Multi-Method Study

Speakers: Shaheer Khawar, MScPT, Simona Kukuruzovic, PT Resident, MScPT

The EDQ has previously been found to be valid and reliable in measuring episodic disability in people living with HIV. We aimed to assess the sensibility, utility and implementation considerations of the EDQ in the population of older adults living with complex chronic health needs.

Given the aging Canadian population, increasing number of individuals are living with complex chronic health conditions and may experience disability. Existing measures in this population fail to consider the episodic nature of disability. The Episodic Disability Questionnaire may serve a role in the measurement of episodic disability in this population.

Authors: Shelby Cameron, MScPT, Shaheer Khawar, MScPT, Jahanvi Patel, MScPT, Simona Kukuruzovic, MScPT, Kiana Wong, MScPT, Ann Stewart MD, Soo Chan Carusone, PhD, Kelly O’Brien, PT, PhD

What is Life-Space Mobility and How Does it Relate to Physical Capacity and Outdoor Walking in Older Adults?

Speakers: Tiffany Tiu, MScPT, BKin, CSCS

How do we make physiotherapy relevant to older adults’ capacity to go out and about? What kind of outcome measures are correlated to how much older adults go outdoors? Learn about a novel concept in rehabilitation: life-space mobility. See what our research says about what tests correlate with life-space mobility.

To describe life-space mobility and determine how it relates to physical capacity measures (walking endurance, walking speed, leg strength, balance) and outdoor walking in older adults with difficulty walking outdoors.

Authors: Tsz Wing Tiu, MScPT, Jacqueline Bond, MScPT, Stephanie Fleming, MScPT, Erald Osmani, MScPT, Jacob Ross-Nickson, MScPT, Samantha Shore, MScPT, Gayatri Aravind, PhD, Ruth Barclay, PhD, Tai-Te Su, PhD, Nancy M. Salbach, PhD

A Sequence of MMT to Identify Thoracic Spine Dysfunction/Lesion.

Speakers: Douglas Freer, BScPT, R.Kin(inactive), CAT(C), AFCI(C), FCAMPT

This session will present a sequence of muscle tests that will identify the thoracic spine as the "cause" of the dysfunction and some "ideas" on how to treat the dysfunction(s).

Learn to:

1. Examples of lower extremity "dysfunctions" produced by Thoracic Spine dysfunction.
2. Sequence of manual muscle tests (MMT) that will identify the thoracic spine as being in dysfunction

MSK Practice – Spine & Trunk

Time to Peak Torque of the Trunk Muscles in Response to Core Stability Training

Speakers: Amir Beltagi, PT, PhD

Discover how beginner-level core stability training impacts the time to peak torque of trunk muscles, enhancing neuromuscular adaptation and performance. This session explores evidence-backed insights into optimizing core training for both healthy and injured individuals. Attendees will learn practical applications for improving muscle responsiveness and overall fitness.

Core training has recently attracted attention for optimizing performance and improving muscle recruitment and neuromuscular adaptation in both healthy and injured individuals. However, the specific impact of such training on the temporal characteristics of muscle activation remains unclear.

Authors: Ahmed Abdelnaeem, PT, PhD, Amir Beltagi, PT, PhD, Youmna Kandil, PT, MS, Abdullah Beltagi, SPT, Ghada A. Mohamed, PT, PhD

Ensuring Educational Excellence in Therapeutic Exercise and Physical Activity Prescription in the Western School of Physical Therapy Curriculum

Speakers: Emma Plater, PT, PhD, Tina Ziebart, PT, PhD, Katie Kowalski, PT, PhD

This project describes adaptation of a PT School’s governance structure to address key areas for continued development in curriculum and a framework developed to support student clinical reasoning. The authors are seeking further input from PTs and students regarding their experiences with learning and implementing therapeutic exercise prescription.

Exercise & PT Education

Therapeutic exercise and physical activity are key competencies of physical therapy curriculum, but they are inconsistently implemented. Instructors would benefit from clear processes and strategies used for implementation in both entry-to-practice and advanced healthcare professional programs.

Exercise Prescription Education and Assessment in Physiotherapy Curriculum: A Scoping Review

Speakers: Emma Plater, PT, PhD

This presentation describes a comprehensive review of PAEP content, including learning activities (LAs) and evaluation methods (EMs). Nine studies met inclusion criteria. Inconsistency was found regarding definitions and implementation of LAs and EMs. A formal definition of PAEP and best practices for LAs and EMs are recommended.

Physiotherapists are recognized as experts in physical activity (PA) and exercise prescription (PAEP). However, a comprehensive review of PAEP content, including learning activities (LAs) and evaluation methods (EMs), in curricula has not been undertaken.

Authors: Emma Plater, PT, PhD, Sarah Wojkowski, PT, PhD, Marissa Reingold, BMSc, MSc, MScPT, Matthew Hickey, HBSc MScPT, Kendra Squire, HBA Kin, MScPT, Michaela Purdon BScPsych, MScPT, Mackenzie LeBlanc, BSc, Kin MScPT, Leah Terry, BHSc, MScPT, Ryan Glasby-Jones, HBSc, MScPT

Effects of Interprofessional Education on Readiness for Interprofessional Learning in Rehabilitation Students from Professional Healthcare Programs: A Systematic Review

Speakers: Gurpal Deol, PT Resident, MScPT

Physiotherapists are integral members of the interprofessional healthcare team. As physiotherapists continue to practice in collaborative care models, perhaps a greater emphasis should be placed on interprofessional education (IPE) in students. This presentation looks at rehabilitation science students and the effects of IPE on readiness to collaborate in professional practice.

The purpose was to examine the effect of interprofessional education (IPE) on rehabilitation science students' IPE readiness and attitudes towards collaborative learning, confidence, practice efficiency and team dynamics.

Authors: Eric Dixon, PT Resident, MScPT, Jayden Pannu, PT Resident, MScPT, Kabir Dhaliwal, PT Resident, MScPT, Rachel Cheng, PT Resident, MScPT, Gurpal Deol, PT Resident, MScPT Sophie Frangos, PT Resident, MScPT, Emma Tawil, PT Resident, MScPT, Ana Oliveira, PT, PhD, Sarah Wojkowski, PT, PhD, Shirley Quach, RRT, PhD

Examining the Breadth of Literature that Explores the Perspectives and Experiences of Racialized Students in Entry-level Health Professional Education Programs

Speakers: Manshi Rana, BScKin, MScPT, Sarah Arulchelvam, BHSc, MScPT

Explore the systemic challenges faced by racialized students in health professional programs. Key findings from this scoping review highlight experiences of racism, microaggressions, and isolation in education. Actionable recommendations to enhance inclusivity, retention, and mentorship will be discussed. Gain insights on promoting inclusive educational experiences for all students.

Despite EDI policies, racialized minorities remain underrepresented, experience high attrition in health education programs, and often face microaggressions or prejudice in healthcare settings. Failing to explore their experiences risks rendering EDI policies or curricula irrelevant or performative.

Authors: Sarah Arulchelvam, BHSc, MScPT, Joshua John Jexy, BSc BioSci, MScPT, Manshi Rana, BScKin, MScPT, Siyani Kugathasan, BHSc, MScPT, Sukham Sohal, BScKin, MScPT, Jocelyn Ye, BScKin, MScPT, Nicholas Young, BKin, MScPT, Jasdeep Dhir, BScPT, TDPT MCISc (MT)

Whose Space is This? Movement, Memories, and the Politics of Space

Speakers: Stephanie Lurch, BScPT, MEd, Jeffrey Andrion, PT, PhD, MA, BScPT

This experiential workshop engages participants to critically examine the ways in which space and movement influence equity, diversity, and inclusion within the physiotherapy profession in Canada. Informed by critical, space, and movement theories, the historical origins and contemporary expressions of white supremacy in PT are explored.

Workshop – Privilege & Justice

This presentation:

Examines the historical context of power and privilege in physiotherapy, healthcare and health professions education using a tripartite model of space 

Builds knowledge, skills, and behaviours for critical reflexivity as it relates to systems of inequality and the politics of space 

Provides opportunities for learner self-reflexivity and critical reflection vis-a-vis health justice through physiotherapy history

2:20pm-3:20pm

Community Mobility

Primary Care

Rehabilitation in Primary Health Care: Addressing Health Disparities

Speakers: Gabrielle Sadler, LSSBB, MScPT, BScPT, RPT, Charissa Levy, MHSc, BScOT, OT Reg (Ont), Denise Taylor Katie Gasparelli, BSc, PT

There are a large number of people who require physiotherapy in the community but are unable to access these services. This panel will explore innovative models of rehab in primary health care that improve this access in northern, Indigenous and urban communities, advancing health equity, and health system transformation.

Learn to:

1. Understand the six models for the integration of rehabilitation in primary health care
2. Explore examples of innovative interprofessional primary health care models
3. Discuss how these models address health disparities caused by a lack of access to rehabilitative care and a lack of a wholistic culturally appropriate care

Beyond the Shoulder: A Whole-Body Approach to Rehabilitation, Performance and Injury Resiliency

Speakers: Thomas Swales, PT, MPT, ATC, FCAMPT, AMTC, CSCS, RKC, MCT

Gain practical, evidence-based strategies to address the root causes of shoulder dysfunction by integrating whole-body assessments. Explore the interconnected systems influencing shoulder health, from core stability to biomechanics, and elevate your clinical outcomes with advanced techniques designed to improve performance, prevent injuries, and enhance patient resiliency.

MSK Practice

Learn to:

1. Apply a simplified, systematic framework for assessing and treating shoulder pain and dysfunction.
2. Recognize and address the root causes of shoulder issues by integrating whole-body movement assessments.
3. Utilize the 7 Pillars of Shoulder Health to enhance treatment outcomes and build more robust shoulder function in patients.

Impact of Distal Radius Fracture on Home and Family Work Roles: Quantitative Analysis

Speakers: Sheena Philip, PT, MSc, PhD

This study examined the impact of distal radius fractures on home and family work roles. Findings highlight challenges in fulfilling roles post-fracture, with recovery by 12 weeks. Marital status and employment influenced role performance, while age and gender showed no significant effects, emphasizing the need for tailored rehabilitation.

This study investigated the effects of DRF on home and family work roles (HFWRs) and to determine the return to HFWRs following DRF. Study Design: Observational longitudinal cohort study.

Authors: Sheena Philip , PT, MSc, PhD, Joy Mac Dermid , BSc PT, PhD, Alison Rushton, EdD, Pulak Parikh, DPT, PhD, FCAMPT, Hoda Seens,MD, PhD, Postdoctoral Fellow, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University

PAIN: The Musical – A New Approach to Offering Pain Education & Insights on Music-Induced Analgesia

Speakers: Bahram Jam, PT, MScPT, DScPT, FCAMT

Despite decades of affirmative research on the potential benefits of various music interventions, there appears to be huge translation barrier into clinical practice. It’s time for change by increasing physiotherapists’ awareness of the potential benefits of music induced analgesia and raising awareness of PAIN: The Musical.

Approaches to Pain

Learn to:

1. Have a clear knowledge of the phenomenon referred to as Music-induced analgesia (MIA) and be aware of the research supporting MIA
2. Explain the basic neurophysiology behind MIA
3. Have greater awareness of why despite the evidence, music interventions are so underutilized for pain management - introducing PAIN: The Musical

Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment Framework 101: An evidence-based approach to address the complex needs of older adults

Speakers: Grace Liu, PT, PhD (Health Policy & Equity), Tina Ziebart, PT, PhD, Gabrielle Sadler,  LSSBB, MScPT, BScPT, RPT, Nancy Drouillard, PT, BSc, BScPT, Cert. MDT, Kristin Nugent, MPT/PhD Student

This session is facilitated by the Seniors' Health Division of CPA. In this session, physiotherapists will be provided with an overview of the benefits of the Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment Framework, including the latest evidence. The presentation will include a panel discussion, practical case examples in various settings, and evidence-informed resources.

Geriatrics

Attend this presentation to:

1. Understand the importance of using the Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment Framework, including the latest evidence, to identify common challenges faced by older adults and their families
2. Learn how to apply the Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment Framework to identify the needs of older adults, including a discussion and practical case examples in different health contexts
3. Be provided with associated resources and self-assessment tools to better understand the use of the framework from a physiotherapy perspective

3:30pm-4:30pm

Community Mobility

Managing Your Wellbeing as a Clinical Skill

Keynote Speakers: 

This engaging session will explore the concept of managing your well-being as a clinical skill, in order to enhance your effectiveness as a physiotherapist and to support a long, healthy and fulfilling career.

Learn to:

1. Recognize key challenges for physiotherapists including burnout, empathic strain, experiential avoidance, and high sensitivity.
2. Understand the connection between clinician well-being, clinical effectiveness, and therapeutic alliance.
3. Develop practical self-care strategies as essential clinical skills throughout your career.

KEYNOTE SESSION

Andrea Meade, PT, RP (Qualifying), M.Ed,
Anna Wong, PT, MScPT, MAPP

Cryo – Pneumatic Compression Results in a Significant Decrease in Opioid Consumption After Shoulder Surgery: A Multicenter Randomized Controlled Tria

Speakers: Darryl Yardley, PT, MScPT, MClSc(Manip)

This presentation will delve into the critical issue of opioid overuse in postoperative shoulder surgery. The primary aim of the study was to evaluate the efficacy of a cryocompression device in reducing postoperative pain, narcotic use, and improving quality of life in shoulder surgery patients compared to standard care. The complex issue of cost-burden will be addressed for an intervention not covered by public-funding.

2:20pm-3:20pm

Concurrent SessionS

Primary Care

 EPTs – Preparing for the Future of Practice 

Speakers: Manuel Valle, IEPT, Brazil. Physiotherapist Director at OPA, Marcos Rodrigues, PT, MSc, MBA, Craig Roxborough, PhD, Sharon Switzer-McIntyre, BPE, BScPT, M.Ed., PhD, Martine Quesnel, PT, BSc MScPT, Brandi Park

Given the increasing representation of Internationally Educated Physiotherapists in Ontario, how do we adapt and support our growing profession?  Join our Panel discussion with IEPTs currently practising, the College of Physiotherapists, Canadian Association of Physiotherapy Regulators, and the Ontario IEPT Bridging Program.