La Rabida Children's Hospital presents

Updates in Pediatric Orthotics: Dynamic Movement Orthoses

 A Team Approach

March 31- April 1, 2012

The Hyatt Lodge at McDonald’s Campus

2815 Jorie Blvd.

Oak Brook, IL

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Call 888-421-1442 for more information

on accommodations at the Hyatt.

$230 Early Bird conference-only registration

Discount Code: DMO

$275 Registration on and after February 16, 2012

 
Faculty Presenters

•  Patricia Martin, PT, Cleveland Clinic
  
• Mary Weck, PT, LaRabida Children’s Hospital/Children’s Memorial Hospital
  
• Christine Cayo, OT, NDT OT instructor, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
  
• Audrey Yasukawa, OT, LaRabida Children’s Hospital
  
• Jeremy Uronis, CPO, Children’s Memorial Hospital
  
• James Wynne, CPO, FAAO, Boston Brace
  
• Martin Matthews, S/R CO MPHil; DipORT;
• Arthur Guilford, CPO
• Ann Marie Pace, PT, Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital, Shaker Campus

OT/PT/Orthotic credits will be awarded

Course Description:

The Dynamic Movement Orthosis (DMO®) provides a unique way to look at bracing for the pediatric client. It is made from a Lycra® based fabric, latex free, and designed to the child’s specific need. The Lycra® orthosis can provide compression as well as directional pull needed for the child. The DMO can be a glove, sock, suit, or include any body segment required to meet the needs of your particular child.

Orthotic management requires an interdisciplinary team approach to maximize each child’s outcome. The therapist assists the orthotist in determining the type of DMO and the alignment needed to improve the child’s adaptation to movement and to facilitate optimal alignment and function. This two day course will teach clinicians the skills necessary to evaluate and determine the appropriate orthotic device for each pediatric patient. Pediatric orthotic management requires consideration of the DMO, the fit, and the functional goals of the child. This course will focus on DMO, including assessment and problem solving.

Course Objectives

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

• Identify developmental biomechanics and anatomy relevant for orthotic intervention in a pediatric population.

·        Discuss the importance of alignment and recognize the influence of alignment on movement patterns and motor control.

·        Describe the basic principles of orthotic evaluation and appropriate intervention for use with the DMO.

·        Identify the purpose of the DMO as it relates to alignment, biomechanics, and function

·        Discuss a coordinated team approach between the therapist and orthotists to develop an appropriate orthotic management plan.

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