Salia Rehab is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 8731. This Distance Learning - Independent activity is offered at .15 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 AOTA-approved continuing education class reviews efficacious, evidence-based strategies that drive neuroplastic change and promote improved upper limb functional recovery after stroke. Participants will explore the latest advances in vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) paired with rehabilitation therapy, alongside a comprehensive review of multiple interventions supported by a recent systematic review of upper extremity rehabilitation techniques. Clinical considerations, patient selection criteria, and real-world examples of functional outcomes will be discussed to help therapists integrate VNS and other evidence-based approaches into daily practice.


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 .15 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.

Course Curriculum

    1. Overview

    2. Learning Outcomes

    3. Presentation Manual & References

    4. Watch Course

    5. Course Review

    6. Quiz

    7. Course Feedback

About this course

  • 1.5 Contact Hour / .15 CEUs
  • Online Self-Study Course
  • Speaker Video and Required Reading

Learning Outcomes

  • Recall how learned non-use and compensatory treatment can impact functional recovery following stroke.

  • Identify what treatments are considered beneficial when attempting to drive neuroplasticity following stroke.

  • Recognize the clinical and functional criteria required for patients to be deemed appropriate to receive paired vagus nerve stimulation therapy.

  • List 3 ways occupational therapists can incorporate paired vagus nerve stimulation during ADL tasks

Instructor

Amanda Saylor

OTR/L

Amanda Saylor is an occupational therapist specialized in neurological rehab; she is a certified brain injury specialist and a certified neurological specialist. Amanda previously worked as the Lead Occupational Therapist for AdventHealth's outpatient neurological clinics across central Florida, where she led the development of their Vivistim program. Amanda personally worked with over 25 Vivistim patients during her time with AdventHealth and with this experience she delivered numerous CEU courses on best practices for pairing therapy with Vivistim. In 2025, Amanda joined the MicroTransponder team in professional education, continuing her passion for training clinicians and advancing outcomes for individuals living with chronic stroke.

Cancellations/Accommodations/Disclosures

  • Extra 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 Salia Rehab, LLC. Financial Disclosure: No financial disclosures pertaining to this course. Non-Financial Disclosure: No relevant non-financial relationship to disclose.