Oedema: How to identify, assess & manage (IOM1318)
This workshop will provide an understanding of the anatomy and physiology of oedema as well as the underlying mechanisms of oedema development.
Program Overview
WORKSHOP SUMMARY
Oedema: How to identify, assess & manage
Do you see patient with swollen legs or arm and feel unsure about what to do?
Do you avoid discussing swelling because you are unsure about what treatment to provide?
Have you tried to give someone compression garments but it hasn’t worked well?
This workshop is for you!
Oedema is a common symptom experienced by a range of people. Understanding why it develops and how treatments can improve or exacerbate oedema is the key to successful management. Attending this workshop will provide you with a thorough understand of the mechanisms of oedema development, you will learn to assess oedema and whether a person is safe for treatment, and you will understand how to select the most suitable management approach for a range of different patient groups. The oedema management strategies we focus on will including compression bandaging, garments and wraps to enable you to tailor your intervention to the needs of your patient group and the resources you have available in your workplace. You will have the opportunity to practice with a wide range of compression products to develop practical skills you can
You are welcome to bring case studies along for discussion.
To hear from our presenter, Amanda Pigott about what will be covered in this course, you can watch this video.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Suitable for OTs at any career stage, who are new to working with oedema or looking to refresh their knowledge.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of the course, participants will:
- Be able to identify the signs and symptoms of oedema
- Be able to identify the underlying causes of oedema
- Recognise different types of oedema
- Understand the factors required for oedema assessment
- Determine appropriate treatment techniques
- Be able to apply simple compression bandaging for upper and lower limb oedema management
- Be able problem solve appropriate garment prescription
- Be aware of advanced oedema treatment techniques
PRESENTER
Dr Amanda Pigott
Dr Amanda Pigott is an occupational therapist with extensive experience in oedema and lymphoedema management. Amanda has worked with a wide range of conditions requiring oedema management. Amanda has obtained her PhD, has worked in the cancer-related lymphoedema service at the Princess Alexandra Hospital for 10 years and now works as a research fellow at the University of Queensland investigating the causes and effects of oedema.
WORKSHOP DETAILS
Participants are invited to bring their own experiences and case studies (including photos) for discussion throughout the program.
CPD HOURS:
Total CPD claimable workshop hours: 14
DATES:
16 August 2024 (Friday)
17 August 2024 (Saturday)
TIMES:
Check In : 08:15am for a 8:30am start
Workshop day 1 (Fri): 8:30am-5:00pm
Workshop day 2 (Sat): 8:30am-3:00pm
VENUE:
Rydges Sydney Central Hotel, 28 Albion Street Surrey Hills, NSW, 2010
PUBLIC TRANSPORT:
Rydges is a short 5 minute walk from Central Station (Elizabeth St Entrance/Exit) as well as the Central bus Stands located on Eddy Avenue.
PARKING:
Parking at Rydges Sydney is $55 per day or hourly rate of $18.00 per hour.
REGISTRATION FEES & INCLUSIONS
OTA Student & New Graduate: $812
(All pricing is inclusive of GST)
OTA Student & New Graduate: $899
(All pricing is inclusive of GST)
*Registrations close 4th August 2024, 11.59pm AEDT
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INCLUSIONS:
Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea will be provided. Please note any dietary requirements are confirmed at time of registration.
WORKSHOP MATERIALS
Approximately one week prior to the commencement of the workshop we will email course materials to you.
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS (T&C)
T&C's are available here
CONTACT US
Please direct all enquiries to info@otaus.com.au or phone 1300 682 878