Pediatric Hot Topics
A workshop presented by
The Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters
Physical Therapy Staff
August 28, 2004
Location: CHKD Brickhouse Auditorium,
601 Children’s Lane, Norfolk, VA 23507
This course is designed for PTs, OTs, COTAs, PTAs and Special Education Teachers who have
interest in treating the pediatric neurological and orthopedic population. In this one-day course you will
learn hands on techniques to utilize with the patients in your daily caseload.
8:00
8:30
9:00
9:30
10:15
10:30
11:00
11:45
1:00
1:45
2:15
3:00
3:30
Registration
Walker evaluations
Learn about different types of walkers available for the pediatric patient, including pros and cons
of each.
Theratogs
Learn who and how to use theratogs with your neurological patients
Burns
Types of burns and treatment techniques.
Break
Aquatics
Principles of aquatic therapy
Serial Casting/Splinting
Learn when to recommend for serial casting and which orthotic to choose for your patient
Break for lunch
Development
Learn age appropriate milestones and red flags for abnormal movement patterns
Sports Injury Prevention
Tips to give patient/coaches
Torticollis
Diagnosis and treatment
HIPPA Regulations and Communication
Effective communication between therapists in different settings
Questions and Wrap up
Tuition: $99.00 ($ 50.00 for students)
Registration/ Refund Policy:
The registration fee is for tuition and handouts. Please return your registration form promptly, as the course
will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Confirmation letters will be sent within ten days of
receiving your tuition. Refunds (minus $ 25.00 processing fee) will be made up to two weeks prior to
course date, if the request is made in writing. After this, no refunds will be made. For more information
call: Melissa Rose 757-668-7366. Type I CEUs will be awarded for attending this conference.