This online lecture course is for the beginner-intermediate level splintmaker who would like to improve knowledge of static splinting techniques and clinical application. Learn time saving techniques and "tricks" for successful fabrication.

The course reviews:

• Functional Anatomy
• Splinting principles and biomechanics
• Splinting precautions and clinical applications
• Analysis of thermoplastic characteristics
• Principles of immobilization
• Custom VS precut patterns
• Strapping and padding choices
• Tool recommendations
• Design and pattern-making

Video demonstrations and splint fabrication handouts detail a step-by-step fabrication of these splints:

• Wrist immobilization splint (Wrist Cock-up)
• Thumb immobilization splint (Thumb Spica)
• Hand immobilization splint (Resting Hand )

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Program subject to change. Participants are cautioned to apply new information and skills within the scope of state licensure law.

 Course Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Identify surface and functional anatomy of the hand
• Describe anatomical considerations of immobilization (static) splints
• Identify the mechanical principles of immobilization splints
• Identify splinting precautions for the patient
• Understand and discuss the common diagnoses and clinical applications of the splints demonstrated
• Discuss the wearing time and care of the splints demonstrated
• Identify soft tissue considerations specific to immobilization splints
• Identify the six characteristics of low-temperature thermoplastics for splinting
• Identify the appropriate materials for specific splints and indicate how they will improve molding/ fabrication skills
• Identify the differences between open cell and closed cell padding
• Describe the correct use of padding and strapping.
• Identify other options besides padding for prevention of pressure
• Describe the methods used to evaluate each splint for correct fit, functional use and effectiveness

CE Credits

2 contact hours

Regulations for online courses vary by state and profession. If you are taking this course for CE credits required for licensure, please contact your licensing board to confirm acceptance of this online course prior to registering.

Susan Baum Locker MSEd, OTR/L

has been an Occupational Therapist since 1977. She has worked in a variety of settings: rehabilitation hospital, acute care, home health, independent living center and out-patient hand therapy clinics.  She has been a member of the American Society of Hand Therapists since 1982 and is board certified by the state of California as an advanced practitioner in hand therapy, and in the use of modalities.

Susan has been teaching splinting workshops since 1991. She has been a guest lecturer at ASHT (American Society of Hand Therapists), AOTA (American Occupational Therapy Association) and OTAC (Occupational Therapy Association of California), RESNA (Rehabilitation Engineering Society of North America) and Hand Therapy Special Interest Groups. Susan has been an instructor at the University of Southern California, and has co-authored numerous articles in the field of physical disabilities.

She remains clinically active as an occupational therapist (in hospital and out-patient hand therapy settings) and as an educator for the therapy community. Due to her broad knowledge in UE management, and her love for teaching, Susan has been teaching and mentoring hand splinting throughout the United States since 1991. She provides workshops that facilitate an intensive, but relaxed learning environment. Topics include splinting for the orthopedic, neurological, acute and pediatric patient.

Register

You have 60 days from the time of purchase to access the course content and take the exam.

Price:	Introductory special $50.00 Regular $69..90

Regulations for online courses vary by state and profession. If you are taking this course for CE credits required for licensure, please contact your licensing board to confirm acceptance of this online course prior to registering.