Overview

This course will introduce you to the basic principles of the SaeboGlove, evidence-based research concerning the purpose and use of dynamic orthotics for neurological recovery, and reasons to use finger extension assist devices for upper extremity recovery. This introductory course is intended for medical professionals (e.g. OT/OTA, PT/PTA, Physicians, Orthotists) directly related to the rehabilitation of a patient or client. To participate in this course and receive credit, the participant must be a licensed, treating clinician. Following completion of this course and a ≥80% score on the quiz, the learner will receive a certificate. You will have 90 days to complete this course. This course will provide topics covering functional splinting and finger extension assist devices for upper limb recovery, the research behind the development of the SaeboGlove, diagnoses that benefit from the use of the SaeboGlove, and why video presentation on before and after-effects of using the SaeboGlove on various diagnoses.

Learning Outcomes

  • Identify EBR related to the use and efficacy of functional orthoses.

  • Identify EBR related to the importance of occupation-based, task-specific training for the upper limb.

  • List the criteria required to use a finger extension-assist functional orthosis.

Course Curriculum

  • 1

    Improving Hand Function Using the SaeboGlove

    • Overview

    • Learning Outcomes

    • Download Course Handout

    • Watch Video

    • Course Review

    • Quiz

    • Course Feedback Survey

Accommodations

  • Extra Accommodations

    Please provide extra accommodation requests via email to [email protected] explaining what you require to participate in the course(s) of your choosing. We will do our best to accommodate you.

  • Disclosures

    Sponsor Disclosure: This Course is provided by Saebo, Inc. Financial Disclosure: Speaker received an honorarium for this course. Non-Financial Disclosure: No relevant non-financial relationship to disclose.