عدد المقاعد المتاحة : 24
Define splints/orthoses and their applications in rehabilitation. • Identify upper extremity anatomy and biomechanics relevant to splinting.
Objectives :
• Define splints/orthoses and their applications in rehabilitation.
• Identify upper extremity anatomy and biomechanics relevant to splinting.
• Evaluate conditions requiring splinting, including musculoskeletal and post-operative cases.
• Determine appropriate splint types (static, static progressive, dynamic and serial splinting), handling and performance characteristics using clinical reasoning.
• Demonstrate fabrication of common splints (e.g., resting hand, wrist cock-up, short/long thumb spica, mallet finger, ulnar/radial gutter, relative motion orthosis, dorsal blocking splint, trigger finger splint & oval-8).
• Ensure proper fit, comfort, and function for therapeutic use.
• Instruct patients on splint use, wear schedules, and maintenance.
• Address common issues like pain, skin irritation, and functional limitations.
• Implement examples of advanced techniques, such as dynamic and static progressive splints.
• Assess splint effectiveness and modify designs based on patient progress.
• Explore innovations and research in orthoses and hand therapy.
• Use case studies to enhance problem-solving and clinical decision-making.
