Orthotic Fabrication Mobilisation Course | Brisbane

Orthotic Fabrication Mobilisation Course | Brisbane is organized by Australian Hand Therapy Association Inc. (AHTA) and will be held from Jun 20 - 21, 2026 in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.

Description:
This course focuses on the design and fabrication of mobilisation orthoses. A dynamic format using lectures, case studies, demonstrations and hands-on practical activities will help participants improve their theoretical knowledge and proficiency in the fabrication of mobilisation orthoses. These skills will be used to master clinical reasoning and equip participants with the expertise to use mobilisation orthoses in clinical practice successfully.  Participants will have the opportunity to work with various thermoplastic materials, fabricating numerous orthoses for mobilising the fingers, thumb, and wrist. Designs for mobilising orthoses for the forearm and elbow will be discussed but do not include a practical fabrication session.

Learning outcomes:
At the completion of this course, therapists will have:

• Detailed knowledge of mobilising orthotic designs for the upper limb.
• An understanding of tissue response in wound healing and disease and the effects of mobilising forces from orthotic application.
• Detailed knowledge of the theoretical basis of orthotic design.
• Develop an understanding and ability to apply research evidence when fabricating and prescribing upper limb mobilising orthoses/splints.
• An ability to fabricate mobilising and torque transmission orthoses for the upper limb using a variety of thermoplastic and casting materials.

Course type:
This course is an AHTA Core course.

Core courses are suitable for practitioners:

• with a minimum of two years of post-graduate experience in treating upper limb conditions
• looking to acquire additional skills required for a position in hand therapy
• wishing to upskill and learn current best practice
• wanting continued professional learning (CPD hours)
• undertaking to complete the Accredited Hand Therapist credential.