Rehabilitation for Limb Loss and Limb Difference with a Pediatric Emphasis
Presenter(s)
Inger Brueckner, MS, PT,
Live Webinar for Therapists. Complete both sessions for 14.5 Contact Hours (1.45 CEUs)
August 16 and 17, 2024 | 8:40 am EST • 7:40 am CST • 6:40 am MST • 5:40 am PST (US)
Learn to comprehensively manage the pediatric patient with limb loss and enhance your clinical decision-making skills to improve functional outcomes. Pre-prosthetic training, Immediate post-op needs, prosthetic training for both upper and lower limb as well as ADLs, running and sports, managing complications and future advances in care will be addressed. Learn and practice manual techniques that can be implemented immediately. Video demos, research, expert opinions, patient perspectives and additional resources will also be included. Finally, critical problem solving for multi-limb involvement to maximize independence and a review of the lifespan needs of this population is also included.