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Learning Objectives:

By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the physiological rationale linking inspiratory muscle training (IMT) to postural stability and functional balance, beyond its traditional respiratory role.
2. Explore how IMT may be integrated into broader rehabilitation strategies for people with diabetes, alongside balance and mobility training.
3. Reflect on patient-reported experiences and quality-of-life dimensions that quantitative outcome measures alone may not capture, drawing on real-world qualitative insights.
4. Consider the practical and clinical implications of adopting IMT as part of a multidisciplinary approach to reducing diabetes-related complications.

Who Should Attend:

This webinar is designed for physiotherapists, respiratory clinicians, allied healthcare professionals, sports scientists, strength and conditioning coaches, and exercise physiologists with an interest in translating breathing science into practical intervention.

Learning Objectives:

1. Describe the role of respiratory muscle strength in voice production and respiratory–phonatory coordination.
2. Identify appropriate candidates for respiratory muscle strength training (RMST) in individuals with voice disorders.
3. Apply evidence-based principles to integrate RMST into assessment and treatment of voice disorder

Speaker Bio:

Dr. Hoffman is a leader in speech-language pathology specializing in voice, upper airway, and motor speech disorders, with more than two decades of clinical expertise. A former Director of the Center for Voice Care and Swallowing Disorders in Orlando, Florida, her work integrates clinical practice, research, and innovation. She is a Fellow of ASHA and the National Academies of Practice and has authored numerous publications and five textbook editions, including Voice Disorders and Respiratory Muscle Strength Training.

Who Should Attend:

This webinar is designed for speech and language pathologists, physiotherapists, respiratory and ENT clinicians, strength and conditioning coaches, and exercise physiologists with an interest in translating breathing science into practical intervention.

Note: This webinar is scheduled for 5.30pm Eastern Time (USA), 10.30pm BST (UK)

Learning Objectives:

1. Differentiate Swallow Screening vs. Clinical Swallowing Evaluation (CSE)
2. Prioritize and Implement Functional Communication Strategies.
3. Describe Secretion Management and Airway Protection for Oral Readiness

Speaker Bio:

Jo Puntil is an accomplished Speech-Language Pathologist, Board Certified Specialist

in Swallowing, and ASHA Fellow with 35+ years of critical care experience. She excels

in building specialized interdisciplinary rehab teams for trauma, respiratory, spinal cord,

and complex ICU patients. A published researcher and presenter of 300+ lectures

worldwide who served as ASHA CFCC Chair, Jo’s commitment to advancing knowledge

makes her an invaluable resource for clinicians and researchers alike.

Who Should Attend:

This webinar is designed for speech and language pathologists (therapists), physiotherapists, dieticians, respiratory, ICU and ENT clinicians and allied healthcare professionals with an interest in translating breathing science into practical intervention.