Impact of a Worldwide Pandemic: Physical Rehab Needs Post-COVID-19 & Psychosocial Implications for Patients

Moderator(s)

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  Barbara Slusher, PA-C, MSW

  Physician Assistant
  University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Speaker(s)

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  Adena Batterman, MSW

  Senior Manager
  Hospital for Special Surgery
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  Lisa Sheehy, PhD, PT

  Bruyère Research Institute

What physical and psychosocial challenges are patients facing during the COVID-19 pandemic and how can clinicians help support their health and well-being? At the Association of Rheumatology Professionals’ COVID lecture, a physical therapist and licensed clinical social worker share insights on both the physical rehabilitation needs of COVID-19 patients in recovery and the psychosocial implications of the pandemic on patients with rheumatic disease. Participants will explore how COVID-19 may affect physical l function and current treatment guidelines for physical rehabilitation. They will also explore evidence-based interventions to help rheumatology patients enhance their resilience during this stressful time.

Learning Objectives:

• Discuss the impact of severe COVID-19 infection on physical function
• Describe physical rehabilitation guidelines for post-COVID-19 recovery, and the benefits and challenges of both inpatient and outpatient rehab programs
• Discuss evidence-based recommendations to address the psychosocial needs of patients during the pandemic
• Review available community-based resources to enhance emotional well-being in patients

Presentations:

• 10:00 AM – 10:20 AM ET

  Physical Rehabilitation Needs of Post COVID-19 Patients
  Lisa Sheehy, PhD, PT – Bruyère Research Institute
• 10:20 AM – 10:30 AM ET

  Q&A
• 10:30 AM – 10:50 AM ET

  Psychosocial Implications of the Pandemic
  Adena Batterman, MSW – Hospital for Special Surgery
• 10:50 AM – 11:00 AM ET

  Q&A