Private
Inservice Course
Mobilization
Splinting
Course Description
The focus of this course will be the splint fabrication process.
A dynamic format utilizing
lecture, case studies, demonstration and hands-on lab activities
will address the basic
skills for mobilization splinting. Participants may attend one
or both days. This
interactive course is intended for the practicing PT, PTA, OT,
COTA with beginner to
intermediate splinting skills. Participants will gain insight to
appropriate splinting
products on the market as well as acquire ‘Clinical Pearls’ from
the experienced
instructor. Various splinting materials will be utilized including
a wide range of
thermoplastics, strapping and QuickCast.
Course Schedule
| 7:30 - 8:00 |
Registration |
| 8:00 - 9:00 |
Lecture: Mobilization Principles |
| 9:00 - 12:00 |
Lab |
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- MP flexion mobilization splint
- PIP flexion mobilization splint
- PIP extension mobilization splint
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| 12:00 - 1:00 |
Lunch (on own) |
| 1:00 - 1:30 |
Lecture: Case Studies/Clinical Pearls |
| 1:30 – 4:00 |
Lab |
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- wrist mobilization splint
- elbow flexion mobilization splint
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Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
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recognize the proper and improper application of force to
a body part |
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understand and develop decision-making skills in choosing
dynamic, serial static and
static progressive approaches to mobilization splinting |
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gain familiarity with a variety of components and materials
to create a mobilization
splint |
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understand the indications, precautions and contraindications
for mobilization
splinting |
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develop skills necessary to successfully fabricate a variety
of mobilization splints |
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assess proper fit and function of completed splints |
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