Reactive Postural Control in OT/PT: Is it Time to
Rethink our Approach to Balance?
Presented by J.J. Mowder-Tinney and Nora Fritz
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Audio Runtime: 50 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 21 Minutes
Dr. Nora Fritz, PT, PhD, NCS, an expert in postural control and fall risk in people with Multiple Sclerosis, joins host J.J. Mowder-Tinney for a deep dive into reactive balance—why it matters, how it’s measured, and what we can do about it. J.J. and Nora explore the latest research around sensory reweighting, backward walking, and compensatory stepping, connecting the science to real-world clinical applications across patient populations. Together, they discuss strategies to support your clients’ safety and confidence through tailored interventions and meaningful conversations. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your assessment approach or rethink fall prevention strategies, this episode offers insights you won’t want to miss.
Learning Objectives
- Analyze the evidence around reactive postural control in persons with MS
- Apply evidence-based, practical strategies to actionably address reactive balance control in persons with MS
- Incorporate measures of psychological functioning that may impact goal setting for reactive postural control in persons with MS
Meet your instructors
J.J. Mowder-Tinney
Dr. J.J. Mowder-Tinney holds a bachelor of science degree in psychology from the University of Colorado Boulder, a master of science in physical therapy from the University of Miami, and a doctorate in physical therapy from Nova Southeastern University. With nearly three decades of diverse clinical experience, her expertise…
Nora Fritz
Dr. Nora Fritz is an Associate Professor in the Physical Therapy Program, Department of Health Care Sciences and Department of Neurology at Wayne State University. She also serves as the Director of Research for the Department of Health Care Sciences. Dr. Fritz is the Director of the Neuroimaging and Neurorehabilitation…
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