Course Code: REL-RTS-0-MBIICPA
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Identify five mindfulness-based interventions and their role in rehabilitation, physical health, and mental health.
Select mindfulness-based techniques you can integrate into your therapy practice based on patient presentation.
Outline:
Section 1: Mindfulness: Overview and Interventions
Why Mindfulness?
What Is Mindfulness?
Test Your Knowledge
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Mindfulness-Based Interventions (MBIs)
Mindfulness-Based Programs
Mindful Movement
Slow, Diaphragmatic Breathing
Body Scanning
Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR)
Guided imagery (GI)
Simple Techniques to Practice Mindfulness
Test Your Knowledge
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Considerations for Clinical Practice
The Benefits of Mindfulness on the Body and Mind
Religious affiliation
Practicing Mindfulness
Billing for Mindfulness-Based Interventions
Mindfulness Apps and Online Information
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Subject Matter Expert: Ellen Anderson, PT, PhD, GCS
Dr. Ellen Zambo Anderson has a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from West Virginia University, a Master’s in Motor Learning and Control from Columbia University, and a PhD in Health Sciences from Rutgers University. She is a licensed PT and a Professor Emerita from Rutgers School of Health Professions. Her scholarly work has been in the areas of mental health, physical activity, and the role complementary approaches can play in helping patients and clients manage their health and well-being.
Reviewer: Wendy Phillips, PT, BSPT
Wendy holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Florida State University in Biology, as well as a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy from Florida A&M University. She has more than 25 years of experience working as a Physical Therapist in multiple care settings, including acute care, inpatient rehab, independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and outpatient orthopedics. Wendy has a strong manual therapy background and has completed additional training in McConnell taping, geriatric care, McKenzie MDT, Maitland Mobilizations for the joints and spine. She is most passionate about using her manual skills to improve mobility and reduce pain in individuals of all ages. As a Lead Physical Therapy writer for Relias, Wendy enjoys being able to combine her clinical knowledge with her interest in research and staying up-to-date with changes and advances in the field of rehabilitation.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Basic level Physical Therapist; Introductory level Occupational Therapist; Introductory level Speech-Language Pathologists; in the following settings: Rehabilitation Settings.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.