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Orthotic Solutions for Upper Extremity Fractures

Rehab Education

Objectives

At the completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
Identify 3 anatomical considerations of the hand related to orthotic fabrication for patients with orthopedic or post-surgical hand conditions
Identify 2 mechanical principles of immobilization orthoses used for treating patients with orthopedic or post-surgical hand conditions
Identify 3 precautions for immobilization orthoses used for patients with orthopedic or post-surgical hand conditions
Identify 2 mechanical principles of immobilization orthoses used for treating patients with orthopedic or post-surgical hand conditions
Identify 3 precautions for mobilization orthoses used for patients with orthopedic or post-surgical hand conditions
Identify 2 clinical applications for each orthosis fabricated for patients with orthopedic or post-surgical hand conditions
Identify the wearing schedule and 2 methods of care for each of the orthoses fabricated for patients with orthopedic or post-surgical hand conditions
Demonstrate 2 out of the 6 characteristics of thermoplastics during material handling Identify 1 appropriate material for each orthosis fabricated
Critique each orthosis for correct fit by utilizing 5 factors: forearm/hand length, edge flares/smooth, width of forearm or hand, boney prominence pressure, strapping
Correctly modify any orthosis for proper fit
Create, from the beginning of the design process to the culmination of the orthotic fabrication, 6 low temperature thermoplastic orthoses for patients with orthopedic or post-surgical hand conditions
Identify correct orthoses for the specific diagnosis
Recommend the correct protocol appropriate for 1 fracture for the upper extremity
Identify the correct name for the orthosis fabricated using the ASHT Orthosis Classification System

Confirmation Notes

8 contact hours
This course is accepted by many professional credentialing organizations and state professional regulatory boards. Rules and regulations change frequently without notification, and apply differently to live and online courses. Please check with your state board to confirm accuracy of this list and acceptance of contact hours. Certificate of Attendance will be issued to all participants upon completion of the course and may be used for CEU verification of credits. CE credits vary by state. Please check with your state board/certifying agency to confirm conversion of contact hours to CE.
AOTA Approved Provider
Physical Therapy Board of California: The Physical Therapy Board of California recognizes Rehab Education, LLC as an approval agency to approve providers offering continuing competency courses for CA licensed PTs and PTAs. This course is approved for 8 contact hours.
Illinois State Board of Physical Therapy: Approved CE Sponsor by Illinois State Board of Physical Therapy, Division of Professional Regulations, Approval #216.000227. (Course must be taken prior to 09-30-2018)
Maryland State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners: Approved by the Maryland State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for .8 CEUs. (Course must be taken between 09-16-2016 and 10-15-2020)
NY State Physical Therapy Board: Rehab Education, LLC is recognized as an approved provider of PT and PTA continuing education by the NY State Education Department Board of Physical Therapy. (Course must be taken prior to 05-10-2018)
Ohio Physical Therapy Association: This course has been approved by the Ohio PT Association for 8 contact hours. Approval #16S1662. (Course must be taken between 09-24-2016 and 09-24-2017)
PA State Board of Physical Therapy: This course has been approved by the Pennsylvania State Board Physical Therapy for 8 contact hours. Approval #PTCE009779 . (Course must be taken between 09-24-2016 and 12-31-2016)
Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners: This course has been approved by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners as meeting continuing education requirements for PTs and PTAs for 8 CCUs. Approval #62164TX. (Course must be taken between 09-1-2016 and 09-1-2018)
American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Approved Provider #6177: These states currently recognize AOTA Approved Providers for OT continuing education either in regulatory language or by formal written communication to AOTA:
Alaska Arkansas Delaware District of Columbia Illinois Indiana Kentucky Louisiana Maryland Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nevada New Hampshire New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oregon Oklahoma Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina Tennessee Texas Vermont Virginia
The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.
*Disclaimer: Rehab Education LLC provides this list for your convenience. At the time of listing, the following state boards accept courses by virtue of approval by other organizations. It is the responsibility of the participant registering for a course to check with their state board to confirm rules and regulations regarding acceptance of contact hours for live and online courses.
The following PT Boards accept courses approved by other state PT boards or APTA state associations*:
Georgia Kentucky Montana North Carolina Oregon Virginia The following PT Boards accept courses approved by other APTA state associations*: Arizona Florida Indiana Mississippi Missouri Rhode Island Utah Vermont Wisconsin The following PT Boards accept courses provided by AOTA approved providers*: Arizona District of Columbia Rhode Island

Agenda

7:30 – 8:00 Registration 8:00 – 10:00 Lecture: ASHT Nomenclature, Reimbursement, Literature Review Documentation Lecture: Orthotic Materials; Force: static, dynamic, static-progressive 10:00 – 10:15 Break 10:15 – 12:00 Orthoses Lab: Wrist Extension Immobilization (Bi-Valve); Wrist Extension, Thumb (Spica) Immobilization 12:00 – 1:00 Lunch 1:00 – 2:00 Lecture: Humeral Fracture Pre-Fab Orthosis Lab: Humeral Fracture; Pronation/Supination Orthosis Lab: Elbow Wrist Immobilization (Radial Bar) 3:00 – 3:15 Break 3:15 – 5:15 Orthoses Lab: MC Immobilization (Fracture) Orthosis; MP, PIP, DIP (Total) Finger Flexion Mobilization: DIP Immobilization (Mallet) 5:15 – 5:30 Q. & A,. Post test, Course Evaluation

Description

This intermediate level, one-day program establishes knowledge in the selection and fabrication of appropriate orthoses (splints) in the treatment of patients with hand and upper extremity fractures. Protocols for upper extremity fractures and related surgical repairs which require the use of an orthosis will be reviewed, along with current literature.
Through demonstration and strong emphasis on skill-building lab sessions, you will master the art of fabricating 6 custom low-temperature thermoplastic orthoses (splints) for UE fractures, and selecting pre-fabricated options for humeral fractures, and pronation/supination. Gain practical experience handling a variety of low-temperature thermoplastics and understand how to choose appropriate material based on molding properties, anatomy and desired function.
During the hands-on lab sessions, the course instructor will evaluate each orthosis fabricated to determine proficiency of 3/5 correct using 5 variables as listed in the objectives. Each participant will also evaluate and score completed orthoses. A post-test at the end of the course is used to evaluate new knowledge. At the end of the course each participant will be given a course evaluation and a self reflective questionnaire.
REMEMBER TO BRING ALONG SPLINTING SCISSORS, A SMALL GONIOMETER, AND A HOLE PUNCH –ALL LABELED WITH YOUR NAME. Sleeveless clothing is recommended for course participants.
Participants are cautioned to apply new information and skills within the scope of state licensure law.

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