Lower Limb Amputations: Prosthetic Technology and Rehabilitation (with lab)

Overview:
This course explores the latest advancements in prosthetic technology, emphasizing an interdisciplinary approach to prosthetic prescription and clinical decision-making. Participants will gain a foundational understanding of prosthetic gait mechanics and learn to develop individualized intervention strategies. Through interactive case studies featuring individuals with amputations, participants will have the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge and clinical techniques in a practical, real-world setting.

Audience: Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Physical Therapists, Physical Therapy Assistants

Presenters:

• A. Christopher Dalmass, CP (PO000161), Certified Prosthetist, Prosthetic Innovations, LLS
• Jaclyn Grenier, PT, DPT, Advanced Clinician - Spruce Unit, Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital, Inpatient Physical Therapist at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital
• Jared Halverson, CP (PO000289), Certified Prosthetist, Prosthetic Innovations, LLS
• Timothy Rayer, CP, LPNJ (PO000146), Certified Prosthetist at Prosthetic Innovations, LLC

Objectives:
At the completion of this course, the learner will be able to:

• Describe the roles and collaborative processes among physical therapists, physiatrists, prosthetists, and patients in guiding clinical decision-making for lower limb prosthetic prescriptions.
• Identify K-level classification of lower limb prosthetic componentry and discuss decision making related to prosthetic prescription
• Distinguish functional capabilities of non-microprocessor, microprocessor and bionic components
• Evaluate gait mechanics of a prosthetic user and discern both prosthetic source and patient source of gait impairment
• Develop interventions to target functional limitations and improve gait mechanics for individuals using a prosthesis
• Select objective measures related to prosthetic training to justify functional gains to both the patient and third party payers

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