| Workshop:
Immobilization Splinting
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| Dates |
Location |
Lodging |
| June 28, 2008 |
Ahlbin Center for Rehabilitation
3538 Main Street
Stratford, CT 06497
www.bridgeporthospital.org/ahlbin
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Residence Inn (2 miles)
203.283.2100
Marriott (2 miles)
203.378.4958
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Instructor: Noelle
M. Austin MS, PT, CHT
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 immobilization splinting. 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 and strapping. 7 contact hours, 0.7 CEUs
Course Schedule
| Saturday: Immobilization Splinting |
| 8:00 - 8:30 |
Registration |
| 8:30-10:00 |
Lecture: Immobilization Splinting |
| 10:00 - 12:30 |
Lab |
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- Hand-based thumb immobilization splint (short opponens)
- Hand-based digit immobilization splints
- Wrist immobilization splint (wrist cock-up)
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| 12:30 - 1:30 |
Lunch (on own) |
| 1:30 - 4:30 |
Lab |
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- Wrist/thumb immobilization splint (thumb spica)
- Wrist/hand immobilization splint (resting hand)
- Elbow immobilization splint
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Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
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identify proper splinting nomenclature as described by ASHT |
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gain familiarity with a variety of splint and strapping materials |
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appropriately select thermoplastic material based on understanding the characteristics and application |
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appreciate the mechanics related to application of a splint to a body part |
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understand the indications, precautions and contraindications for immobilization splinting. |
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develop skills necessary to successfully fabricate of a variety of immobilization splints. |
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assess proper fit and function of completed splints. |
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