Medcenter One Rehabilitation Center education

The Hand, Wrist and Elbow complex

• The speaker for this course is Paul Bonzani, OTR/L, CHT, MHS.
• This two—day seminar will present a comprehensive overview of the structural and biomechanical basis of hand, wrist and elbow function and their relationship to the entire upper extremity.
• This unique approach thoroughly examines the relationship of these structures to human performance and suggests strategies for functional improvement.
• Common pathologies, mechanisms of injury, and progressive pre and post—operative treatment involving fractures, RSI/CTDs, tendon/nerve lacerations, arthritis, sprains/strains and dislocations will be covered with strong reference to their impact on function.
• Course content includes medical screening, differential diagnosis, imaging, functional progression of treatment, splinting/casting, physical agent modalities, pain management and the non—compliant patient.