Splinting the Hand, Wrist, and Elbow (Nov 14 - 15, 2020)

Splinting the Hand, Wrist, and Elbow is organized by Therapy Network Seminars (TNS) and will be held from Nov 14 - 15, 2020 at First Choice Medical Group Physical Therapy, Indian Harbor Beach, Melbourne, Florida, United States of America.

Target Audience:
This course is intended for PTs, PTAs, OTs, OTAs and ATs

Educational Credit:
A certificate of attendance for 15 Contact Hourswill be awarded to each participant. All Therapy Network Seminars are pre?approved for CEUs in the state where the course is conducted when required for PT, OT, ATs & Assistants.

Description:
The art of custom splinting is an often frustrating and challenging skill to master. Invariably we find our best efforts in a pile of very expensive and awkward to handle mass of materials leaving both our patients and ourselves baffled by the outcome. Taking control of the materials through understanding their properties, characteristics and “feel”, along with a strong foundation of upper extremity biomechanics and surface anatomy can quickly turn the tables in your favor. Holding true to the title, Barry has created a remarkable formula for mastering splint fabrication in an introductory environment that incorporates ample opportunity to both observe and fabricate custom splinting, all the while, sharing the dos and don’ts that can only come from 20 years of trial and error. A fun, relaxed and non-intimidating workshop developed to replace frustrated and baffled with enlightened and confident. Diagnosis and conditions covered in this workshop include fractures, arthritis, contractures, CTDs and wounds. Emphasis is placed on replicating the actual patient environment. Course handouts and labs are designed to allow immediate clinical application of splinting techniques.

Objectives:
• Identify the characteristics, components and “feel” of splinting materials
• Demonstrate and Identify the preparation and tools needed for successful splinting.
• Successfully complete the fabrication of finger, hand, wrist and forearm based splints
• Identify the biomechanical and anatomical features of splint design.
• Identify the indications and contraindications for splinting the upper extremity involving contractures, arthritis and CTDs
• Identify the clinical guidelines for splinting including patient evaluation, education and safety