The Section of Occupational Therapy of the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine of the UP-PGH is inviting everyone to attend a splinting workshop in March. The course is entitled Basic Splinting Part 3: Back To Basics — Splinting Made Easy.
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 references.
Objectives
Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the biomechanical principles of static splinting
- 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 different indications
- Gain hands-on experience in fabrication of static splints
Splints Included
- Resting Hand Splint
- Functional Hand Splint
- Wrist Cock-up Splint
- Long Opponens Splint
- Gauntlet Splint
- Finger Bivalve Splint
- Posterior Ankle Splint
- Knuckle Bender*
When & Where
March 8-9, 2008
Saturday: 8:00-5:00
Sunday: 8:00-12:00
Medical Conference Room and the Sections of PT & OT
Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, UP-PGH
Taft Ave. Ermita, Manila, Philippines
Course Fees
The fees are not that expensive and would surely not put a dent on your checking account.
Students: Php 2,200
Professionals: Php 2,600
Fee is inclusive of:
- 3 Snacks
- 1 Packed Lunch
- Seminar Kit
- Seminar Manual
- Certificate of Participation
- Take Home Splints
The workshop is open to all allied health students, graduates, and professionals. Please secure your registration on or before February 29, 2008. Registration is on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED basis. Slots limited to 36 participants only so early registration is encouraged.
For inquiries, please call the Occupational Therapy Section at (632) 521-8450 local 3034 (office hours) and look for Janice Tañgi or Nelson Alconcel. You may also personally visit the department section at UP-PGH or their website at http://www.freewebs.com/pgh_drm_ot/ or send them an email at pgh_drm_ot@yahoo.com.
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