Orthowise
Next Level Clinical Education
​Orthowise was started with the desire to provide quality clinical education that practitioners can use immediately in the clinic. We realize academia and clinical experience only go so far, therefore, we want to take you to the next level. We want to help you expand your clinical skills and knowledge that maximizes your client outcomes. Let us help you reach all of your professional goals!
Splinting of the Upper Extremity Course
​This course is intended for beginner to intermediate clinicians looking to develop their orthotic knowledge and fabrication skills. This course will cover anatomy, physiology, material properties, alternative orthotics, and orthotic fabrication/principles. This course will be a combination of lecture and lab to ensure proficiency in fabricating upper extremity orthotics.
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Cost: $259
When: Saturday May 3, 2025
Time: 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Where: Point Loma Nazarene University | 9055 Balboa Avenue, San Diego, CA 92123
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Learning Objectives
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Participants will be able to identify different types of orthotic materials based on properties and handling characteristics.
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Participants will be able to identify the difference between dynamic, static progressive, serial static, and static orthotics.
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Participants will be able to identify anatomical landmarks, splinting precautions, contraindications, and safety awareness.
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With instructor supervision and assistance, participants will demonstrate the ability to fabricate orthotics as outlined in the agenda.
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Participants will be able to understand common orthopedic diagnoses and be able to identify an appropriate orthotic as indicated. ​
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Orthotics to be Fabricated
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Mallet
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Trigger Finger
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Oval 8
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Yoke
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Digit Serial Cast
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Static MP Extension (Dupuytren's)
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Hand-Based Ulnar Gutter
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Short Opponens
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Wrist Cock-Up
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Volar Forearm-Based Static Progressive MP Flexion Orthotic with Outrigger
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Forearm-Based Radial Gutter
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Forearm-Based Static Progressive Thumb IP Flexion with Outrigger​​​​​​​
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