{"id":66,"date":"2026-09-29T13:00:42","date_gmt":"2026-09-29T13:00:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/axissplintingsolutions.com\/?page_id=66"},"modified":"2026-09-29T16:26:58","modified_gmt":"2026-09-29T16:26:58","slug":"upcoming-courses","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/axissplintingsolutions.com\/?page_id=66","title":{"rendered":"Upcoming Courses"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Learn to Splint: Custom Splint Fabrication for Functional Outcomes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Saturday, November 21, 2026 | 9:00 AM \u2013 6:30 PM<\/strong><br>990 Biscayne Blvd, Suite 503, Miami, FL 33132<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Provider: Axis Management Solutions, dba Axis Splinting Solutions<br>Instructor: Kimberly J. Evans, OTR\/L, CHT<br>Format: Live, in-person<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A full-day, hands-on workshop for occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants who want clinic-ready confidence in custom orthotic fabrication. With a &#8220;function first&#8221; approach, you&#8217;ll fabricate three custom orthoses under the direct supervision of a Certified Hand Therapist. You&#8217;ll also practice the clinical reasoning and client education that connect each splint to occupational performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You&#8217;ll Fabricate<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>C-Splint (hand-based thumb orthosis)<\/strong>&nbsp;for 1st CMC osteoarthritis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PIP Extension Gutter<\/strong>&nbsp;for common PIP joint injuries and conditions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Circumferential Wrist Orthosis<\/strong>&nbsp;for distal radius fracture, ulnar styloid fracture, nonoperative TFCC injury, wrist sprain, conservative carpal tunnel management, and radial nerve palsy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Learning Outcomes<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identify anatomical structures, biomechanical principles, indications, and contraindications for the C-splint (HFO), PIP extension gutter (FO), and circumferential wrist-hand orthosis (WHO) by correctly matching diagnoses to orthosis types during structured case review.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Analyze at least two client case scenarios to select the most appropriate orthosis, joint position, and design, justifying the choice using diagnosis, occupational performance goals, biomechanical principles, and current evidence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fabricate three custom orthoses (a C-splint for 1st CMC OA, a PIP extension gutter, and a circumferential WHO) that meet all critical criteria on the Fabrication Competency Checklist for positioning, fit, trim lines, edge finish, and strapping.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply safe thermoplastic handling techniques (heating, molding, edging, bonding, strapping) throughout three supervised fabrication labs with no uncorrected critical safety errors documented on the checklist.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Evaluate the fit, comfort, and biomechanical alignment of a fabricated orthosis using the Splint-Check Assessment, correctly identifying at least three needed modifications with rationale.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Deliver client education on purpose, wearing schedule, donning and doffing, skin checks, precautions, care, and follow-up during a simulated client interaction, meeting all critical items on the Client Education Rubric.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who Should Attend<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants seeking hands-on, evidence-informed training in upper-extremity orthotic fabrication.<br><strong>Educational Level:<\/strong>&nbsp;Intermediate<br><strong>Prerequisites:<\/strong>&nbsp;None<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Instructional Methods<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lecture, live demonstration, supervised hands-on fabrication, case-based discussion, and simulated client education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Time-Ordered Agenda<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">9:00\u20139:15 AM: Welcome, disclosures, learning outcomes, and completion requirements<br>9:15\u201310:00 AM: Foundations: anatomy, biomechanics, evidence, and thermoplastic handling and safety<br>10:00\u201311:00 AM: C-splint for 1st CMC OA: instruction and demonstration<br>11:00\u201311:15 AM: Break<br>11:15 AM\u201312:15 PM: C-splint: team fabrication practice, splint-check, and client education teach-back<br>12:15\u20131:00 PM: Lunch<br>1:00\u20132:00 PM: PIP extension gutter: instruction and demonstration<br>2:00\u20133:00 PM: PIP extension gutter: team fabrication practice, splint-check, and client education teach-back<br>3:00\u20133:15 PM: Break<br>3:15\u20134:15 PM: Circumferential wrist-hand orthosis: instruction and demonstration<br>4:15\u20135:15 PM: WHO: team fabrication practice, splint-check, and client education teach-back<br>5:15\u20136:00 PM: Case scenarios: orthosis, position, and design selection<br>6:00\u20136:15 PM: Post-course knowledge assessment<br>6:15\u20136:30 PM: Course evaluation and certificates<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Total instructional time: 8 contact hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What&#8217;s Included<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All thermoplastic materials, tools, and equipment; a course packet with fabrication handouts, case scenarios, and a reference list; and a certificate of completion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Completion Requirements<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Attend the full course, complete all three fabrication labs with instructor competency verification, score at least 80% on the post-test, and complete the course evaluation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your Instructor<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kimberly J. Evans, OTR\/L, CHT, owns Evans Hand Therapy, an outpatient occupational therapy clinic specializing in upper-extremity rehabilitation. She has nearly 17 years of experience as a licensed occupational therapist, including 13 years specializing in hand therapy. She mentors therapists and supervises OT fieldwork students, and her clinical focus is custom orthotic fabrication and evidence-based, occupation-centered care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Disclosure:<\/strong>\u00a0Disclosure: Financial: Kimberly J. Evans receives registration fees for this course and is the owner of Restore Concierge, the course location. Non-financial: none.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Registration<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tuition:<\/strong>&nbsp;$695, all materials included<br><strong>Class size:<\/strong>&nbsp;Limited to 10 participants<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To reserve your spot, email&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"mailto:kimberly@axismanagementsolutions.com\">kimberly@axismanagementsolutions.com<\/a><\/strong>. If the course is full, you can join the waitlist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cancellation Policy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cancellations made 10 or more days before the course receive a full refund. Cancellations made less than 10 days before the course are subject to a 25% administrative fee. No refunds are issued for no-shows. If the provider cancels the course, all fees are refunded in full.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Accessibility<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Participants who need accommodations may email&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:kimberly@axismanagementsolutions.com\">kimberly@axismanagementsolutions.com<\/a>&nbsp;at least two weeks before the course.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn to Splint: Custom Splint Fabrication for Functional Outcomes Saturday, November 21, 2026 | 9:00 AM \u2013 6:30 PM990 Biscayne Blvd, Suite 503, Miami, FL 33132 Provider: Axis Management Solutions, dba Axis Splinting SolutionsInstructor: Kimberly J. 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