Occupational Therapy Section

 

 

REHABILITATION ESSENTIALS: BURN SPLINTING

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Course Description

 

The program is focused on hands-on training with step by step demonstration and direct supervision. Ample time will be given to facilitate learning of the techniques. Creativity and problem solving are emphasized.

 

The program also includes an opening lecture for review of splinting principles and a complimentary manual for future reference.

 

Objectives

 

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

• Understand the principles and methods of splinting the burn patient
• Identify critical landmarks and anatomical considerations during pattern-making and fabrication
• Describe properties of thermoplastic materials and recognize the value of a problem solving approach toward splinting
• Evaluate splint for correct fit, functional use, and effectiveness
• Explore and identify suitable splint designs appropriate for specific burn location
• Gain hands-on experience in fabrication of burn-type splints

Splints Included

• Anti-deformity Hand Splint
• Finger Conformer
• Webspacer Splint
• Nasal Trumpet
• Anterior Neck Splint
• Anti-microstomia Splint
• Long Arm Univalve Splint
• Airplane Splint

Course Details

 

 

March 7-8, 2009

 

Saturday: 8:00-5:00

Sunday: 8:00-12:00

 

Course Fees:

 

Students: Php 2,500

Professionals: Php 3,000       

 

Inclusive:

 

3 Snacks

1 Packed Lunch

Splinting Kit

Seminar Manual

Certificate of Participation

Selected Take Home Splints

The workshop is OPEN to ALL allied health students, graduates,

and professionals!

 

Please secure your registration on or before February 23, 2009.

 

Registration is on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED basis.

 

Slots limited to 36 participants ONLY.