Flexor Tendon Rehabilitation

Flexor Tendon Rehabilitation

CONTACT HOURS:3.5 Hours
CEU:0.35
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Course Type: On-Demand, Video

This course is designed for clinicians who are looking to deepen their knowledge and expertise in the rehabilitation of flexor tendon injuries. Participants will learn evidence-based approaches and clinical techniques to optimize recovery, restore function, and prevent complications in patients with flexor tendon lacerations.

The course covers key topics in anatomy, tendon healing, surgical management, and clinical treatment strategies. All current protocols are thoroughly described. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the anatomy of the flexor tendons, the stages of tendon healing, orthotics, exercise progression and the critical role of rehabilitation in achieving functional recovery. Practical skills, including splinting, progressing exercises, and patient education, will be highlighted.

$299.00

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This Course is Live!

Live Web-based Program (opportunity to interact with the host)

Hand Therapy Certification

This course is accepted by the Hand Therapy Certification Commission towards re-certification.

Description

Learning Outcomes

After participating in this session, attendees will be able to:

  • Integrate knowledge of the anatomy and biology of flexor tendon healing to inform clinical reasoning in the rehabilitation of the flexor tendon patient. 
  • Compare the rationale and evidence base leading to the evolution of flexor tendon rehabilitation protocols over the past few decades
  • Predict the strength of post-surgical flexor tendon repairs including factors that increase or decrease the work of flexion
  • Compare and contrast the various flexor tendon protocols including orthotic geometry, allowed motion, and exercise prescription
  • Differentiate flexor tendon zones and discuss modification in the rehabilitation process pertinent to each zone
  • Demonstrate various exercises pertinent to early motion protocols, including passive motion, synergistic wrist motion, place-hold, and short-arc true active flexion
  • Analyze the most up to date literature regarding early motion protocols, orthosis compliance, and incorporation of activities of daily living to inform evidence-based practice
  • Detail the progression of treatment for the post-op flexor tendon patient using data driven information about tendon gliding. 

Time Ordered description

0-3:00 Objectives

3:01 – 5:01 Challenges of Flexor Tendon Rehabilitation

5:02 – 20:25 Anatomy of Flexor Tendons

20:26 – 29:33 Biology of Tendon Healing

29:34 – 36:24. Flexor Tendon Repair Zones 1 – 5, FPL Repair

36:25 – 1 hr 3 mins Hand Therapy Goals / Work of Flexion

1 hr 4 mins – 2 hr 2 mins: Flexor Tendon Protocols

2 hr 3 mins – 2 hr 19 mins: Zone Specific Considerations

2 hrs 20 mins – 2 hrs 40 mins: Guide to Progressing Flexor Tendons

Instructional Method: Distance learning Interactive

Cancellation policies (for learner are provided in the FAQ section)

CEU’s and Contact Hours: 3.5 Contact Hours. .35 CEU’s Intermediate / Foundational Knowledge

Course Activity Requirements:

Full attendance for all courses is mandatory. Please view the entire course. Passing the post-course exam and evaluation is required to earn continuing education credit. Live chats allow presenter and participant interaction.

Live Conferences is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible learning experience for all participants. If you require accommodations, please email us at liveconferences.com.

Target Audience: OT, PT, COTA, PTA, CHT

Educational Level: Intermediate

Prerequisites: Participants should have a basic understanding of hand anatomy.

No Discounts Available with this Product

 

Kathleen Albert MS, OTR/L, CHT, WCC

Kathleen Albert graduated in 2003 with a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of New England. She developed a passion for hand therapy and became a certified hand therapist in 2008. Kathleen has practiced in both inpatient and outpatient upper extremity rehabilitation for over 20 years. She is a member of the American Society of Hand Therapists and recently joined the Education Division. She has presented on various hand therapy topics with the UE Institute and is involved with the mentoring program at ASHT. She received her wound care certification in 2023. Kathleen currently works at Medstar Health with the Curtis National Hand Center and University of Maryland Medical System providing both clinical care to patients and mentoring clinicians in hand therapy. Kathleen can be contacted at kalbert.ot@gmail.com

Financial Disclosure:

Kathleen Albert receives compensation for this course creation.

Kathleen Albert has no financial relationships to disclose.

Content Disclosure: This course does not promote any specific product or service.

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