NEXT IN-PERSON COURSE:
November 10-11, 2026
Hyatt Regency Orlando
9801 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819
Live Course Information
- Up to 15.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ — MOC approved!
- 6 dynamic lectures and case-based discussions
- 11 hours of hands-on, diagnostic and interventional procedures
This two-day course is an intensive, hands-on program that will elevate the attendees' knowledge and skills in the evaluation and management of spasticity and other forms of muscle overactivity. Strategies to differentiate and identify patterns of presentation and different focal and regional interventions that include neurolytic agents, neurotoxins and intrathecal medications will be discussed. World-class faculty will guide small groups during hands-on training sessions. Upon completion of this course, attendees should be capable of planning and executing these procedures with a higher degree of confidence and efficiency.
Accreditation Statement
The American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AAPM&R) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Designation of Credit
The American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AAPM&R) designates this live activity for a maximum of 15.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
The live course has also been approved by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (ABPMR) for a maximum of 15.25 Maintenance of Certification® (MOC®) Part II Self-Assessment credits. Attendees must actively participate and complete a self-evaluation at the conclusion of the course to earn MOC Part II credit.
Learning Objectives
At the completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Identify and apply interventional techniques for management of upper and lower extremity spasticity patterns
- Utilize ultrasound, EMG and electrical stimulation guidance to perform focal chemodenervation techniques
- Identify and apply interventional techniques for management of spasticity with intrathecal baclofen therapy
- Describe various imaging techniques to troubleshoot intrathecal delivery systems
2026 Course Directors and Faculty
Directors
Alberto Esquenazi, MD
Michael F. Saulino, MD, PhD
Faculty
Kristin E. Caldera, DO
Daniel Moon, MD
Marilyn S. Pacheco, MD
Mary Beth E. Russell, DO, MS
Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez, MD
Cindy B. Ivanhoe, MD
Lindsay E. Mohney, DO
Reza Farid, MD
Richard D. Zorowitz, MD
Agenda and Lab Station Descriptions
View the course schedule and hands on descriptions. Subject to change.
2026 Hotel and Onsite Information
Find important details about accommodations, travel, and onsite logistics for the STEP Interventional Spasticity Certificate Program.