During this Free Webinar You Will Learn:
Use of abdominal support for neonates with abdominal wall integrity issues is becoming more prevalent. Indications for this type of external support include abdominal distention secondary to continuous positive airway pressure (“CPAP belly”), chronic lung disease and prune belly syndrome. The goal of this intervention is to optimize musculoskeletal support for optimal function. This practice has been readily adopted by some NICUs, while others remain cautious due to limited empirical evidence during this early phase of implementation. This talk will cover the concept of using abdominal support, how to implement it in a clinical setting, and the preliminary findings of its use in multiple centers.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify 3 muscles involved in respiration
- Explain the interaction between the muscles of the abdomen and at least 2 physiologic functions
- Describe why abdominal support to address CPAP belly could benefit the respiratory function of neonates
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Our Speaker:
Ginny McGill, PT, DPT, CNT, NTMTC
Ginny McGill graduated from Creighton University with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2001. She has practiced in the NICU for 22 years at Phoenix Children’s Hospital and Providence Alaska Children’s Hospital. She has received certifications in Neonatal Therapy, Neonatal Touch and Massage, as well as wound care and lymphedema. Ginny teaches locally and nationally. You may have seen her speak through her work with the Vermont Oxford Network (VON), Engage Grow Thrive, or Creative Therapy Consultants. She enjoys sharing knowledge and is grateful to her mentors, John Chappel, Mary Massery, Kara Ann Waitzman, and the many babies, families, and therapists she has worked with throughout her career. Ginny lives in Anchorage, Alaska with her family and dog, Finn, and enjoys exploring the outdoors, especially any water sport she can find.
