4- Hour Pre-Conference Institutes (ticketed event)

CMMS is a treatment technique that was first introduced over twenty years ago as an intervention for the stiff hand. The CMMS treatment technique is now gaining popularity as an alternative to treating the stiff hand. This CMMS preconference presentation discusses the research and brain science which supports the role of the central nervous system in changing the maladaptive movement patterns that develop during hand immobilization and/or trauma. There will also be a casting lab that introduces participants to the principles of plaster casting to promote active redirection of motion in the stiff hand.

This in-person, lab-intensive pre-conference course is designed for clinicians of all skill levels, from beginners to experienced practitioners seeking a refresher or advancement of their skills. Through a blend of focused lecture and guided laboratory practice, participants will develop and refine their orthotic fabrication techniques. Emphasis will be placed on the design and fabrication of static and static progressive orthoses to effectively address tissue restrictions and support functional outcomes. Participants will apply evidence-informed treatment principles for post-surgical and non-surgical conditions commonly encountered in both outpatient and inpatient settings.