Instructors: Jill Peck-Murray, MOT, OTR/L, CHT & Yvonne Morris, OTR/L, CHT
Level: Intermediate
Contact hours: 5
Level: Intermediate
Format: Hybrid Online Course: Online self-study modules with Zoom
The post operative management of flexor tendon repair requires specific knowledge of the appropriate treatment intervention, especially for the pediatric population. This hybrid online course will review basic flexor tendon anatomy, compare the etiology of adult vs. pediatric injuries, describe common surgical intervention, and review research/rationale for early active treatment.
The instructors will present an evidence-based, step-by-step approach, stressing a balance between tendon protection and healing. Pediatric focused treatment suggestions and home program ideas will be provided for each step of the process, including later scar management techniques.
An instructional video will demonstrate how to make a pediatric dorsal blocking orthosis and attendees will independently fabricate their own orthosis. A case study will allow attendees to devise their own treatment plan. This treatment plan and a photo of the orthosis will be submitted for instructor review and will subsequently be discussed in a live interactive Zoom classroom led by the instructors.
Course features:
- recorded lectures
- recorded step-by-step demonstrations and specialized techniques for fabrication of orthosis
- independent orthosis fabrication: we include thermoplastics and splint supplies for you to fabricate a dorsal blocking orthosis (supplies can only ship to US mailing addresses)
- case study assignment
- one-hour one-to-one Virtual Office Hour meeting with instructor–focusing on case studies, review of fabrication techniques, Q & A
- You must attend the Virtual Office hour meeting in addition to viewing all recordings to receive full CE credits.
- You are required to provide a heating pan, heavy duty hole punch and splinting scissors.
- Please read course requirements carefully BEFORE registering for this course. All hybrid online courses are final sale.
Prerequisite to enroll:
(at least one of the following)
- Advanced practice as a hand therapist
OR - A good working knowledge of UE anatomy together with current experience with common pediatric hand conditions
OR - Completion of live in-person CE course on Pediatric Hand Therapy and Orthotic Intervention (Splinting) for Musculoskeletal Conditions (discontinued)
OR - Completion of hybrid online CE course on Pediatric Hand Therapy and Orthotic Intervention for Musculoskeletal Conditions
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