Mike Studer
University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV)
Abstract Title: Neurons that Error Together, Terror Together: Unlocking the mysteries in and rehabilitation for the Yips and other movement disorders in sport
Biography:
Dr. Mike Studer, PT, DPT, MHS, NCS, CEEAA, CWT, CSST, CSRP, CBFP, FAPTA
(doctor of physical therapy)
Adjunct Faculty: Touro University Department of Physical Therapy, Henderson Nevada
Physical Therapy Instructor (PTI): University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV)
Research Interests:
In his 1949 book, “The Organization of Behavior”, Donald Hebb coined the now famous phrase, "neurons that fire together, wire together". As our understanding of Functional Neurologic Disorders (FNDs) has evolved, we have come to understand the similarities between the Yips, Twisties, Flikkikammo, Motare and the very changes described in Hebb's Theory. Advances in pain neuroscience, coupled with an improved understanding of FNDs brings us to an elevated time in rehabilitation of athletic FNDs (FND-A). This program will define the phenotypes and most importantly guide attendees in an evidence based yet applications-filled session including video case studies, references, and a framework for precision rehabilitation, including phenotype-specific, sport-specific and personalized clinical decision making.
Assessment of Learning:
Audience Polling and Practical Application
Session Outline:
00:00 - 00:05 Introduction, disclosures, timeline
00:05 - 00:10 FND-A: A Common Basis in Dysfunctional Neuroplasticity and Error Signals
00:10 - 00:20 The Phenotypes of FND-A
00:20 - 0:30 Ruling-in and Communicating the Diagnosis of FND-A: Demystifying and Destigmatizing
00:30 - 0:40 A Framework for Multidisciplinary Care and Personalized Clinical Decision Making
0:40 - 0:50 Case Studies in Sport
00:50 - 01:00 Question and Answer Session
Objectives:
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Explain the common and unique attributes of each phenotype of FND-A
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Describe the rule-in testing for and approach to destigmatize athletes with FND-A
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Design a plan of care for persons with each of the main forms of FND-A
