Empowering Mobility: Advanced Prosthetic Rehabilitation for Lower Limb Amputees

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*Registration payment includes Credit Cards and Interfund Transfers ONLY.

Target Audience

Physical Therapists, Physical Therapy Assistants

Description

This 2-day certification program equips therapists with specialized skills and knowledge to deliver exceptional care in lower limb prosthetic rehabilitation. Through theoretical learning and hands-on practice, participants explore assessment techniques, gait analysis, prosthetic fitting, and tailored rehabilitation plans. Upon completion, therapists gain the confidence and competence to provide high-level care, enhancing their professional skillset and making a meaningful impact on their patients’ rehabilitation journey.

Light breakfast, lunch, and snacks for attendees are included.

Registration Fees
Early Registration Fee: $650.00, ending 1/1/2027 at 12:00 am
Registration Fee: $800.00, starting 1/1/2027 at 12:00 am

Dates/Times/Location
1/22/2027: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
1/23/2027: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

South Piedmont AHEC
Center for Learning and Development
5039 Airport Center Parkway
Building K
Charlotte, NC 28208-5885

Instructors
Jason Meints, PT, DPT
Curtis Wainman, PT, DPT

Credit Information
Partial credit will not be provided.
1.7 CEUs / 16.5 Contact Hours

16.5 NCBPTE Contact Hours
South Piedmont AHEC, as part of the NC AHEC system, is an approved provider by the North Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners with regard to activities directly related to physical therapy for continued competence.



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Objectives

• Describe the unique rehabilitation needs of lower limb amputees and explain the foundational principles of prosthetic rehabilitation.
• Demonstrate the ability to conduct a thorough assessment of lower limb amputees, including physical, functional, and psychological components.
• Analyze gait deviations in lower limb amputees and apply biomechanical principles to inform prosthetic and therapeutic interventions.
• Identify key considerations in prosthetic fitting and alignment to optimize comfort, function, and mobility outcomes.
• Develop customized rehabilitation plans that address the specific goals, challenges, and progress of individual patients.
• Apply theoretical knowledge in a simulated or clinical setting to practice assessment, fitting, and rehabilitation techniques.
• Demonstrate effective communication and collaboration strategies with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care.
• Utilize outcome measures to evaluate patient progress and adjust rehabilitation strategies for continuous improvement.
• Develop strategies to effectively communicate and market advanced prosthetic rehabilitation services to patients and healthcare providers.

Sessions