Rehabmart is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 8870. This Distance Learning - Independent activity is offered at .1 CEUs, introductory level, Occupational Therapy Service Delivery. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA or indicate AOTA approval of a certification or other professional recognition.

Course Overview



This introductory course will discuss the importance of active exercise for wheelchair users and how it can significantly decrease pain, increase functional strength, and overall mobility/independence. Available technology that helps to conserve shoulder function and lessen the breakdown of the shoulder joint will also be reviewed.

The online class is intended for medical professionals (e.g. OT/OTA, PT/PTA, Physicians, etc.) directly related to the rehabilitation of a patient or client. To participate in this CEU and receive credit, the participant must be a licensed, treating clinician. Completion of this course will reward the participant with .1 CEUs or 1 contact hours, following completion of the presentation and a ≥ 80% score on the quiz. You will have 90 days to complete this course.

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About this course

  • 1 Contact Hour / .1 CEU
  • Online Self-Study Course
  • Speaker Video and Slide Content

Learning Outcomes

  • Identify the proper biomechanics of wheelchair propulsion and transfers.

  • List the key reasons wheelchair users experience micro-traumas in the shoulder joint.

  • Recall common shoulder injuries wheelchair users typically exhibit.

  • List the main components that make up a comprehensive exercise program to assist in strengthening, mobility, and prevention.

Instructor(s)

Amy Bois

Amy Bois is a CPT, AIT and has been working with individuals with disability for over 10 years.  She is a mom to a son living with Spina Bifida and is a full time wheelchair user.  Her specialty, through the use of Functional Strength and Mobility work, is working with wheelchair users to help them function at their highest level, free of pain. 

Accommodations & Disclosures

  • Accommodations

    Please provide extra accommodation requests via email to [email protected] explaining what you require to participate in the course(s) of your choosing. We will do our best to accommodate you.

  • Disclosures

    Sponsor Disclosure: This Course is provided by Rehabmart, LLC. Financial Disclosure: The instructor is the Chief Partnership Officer for EvolutionVN. There are no non-financial disclosures pertaining to this course.