Strengthening Evidence-based Practice: Pediatric Protocols 

Date: Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Time: 3:45 PM to 4:45 PM
Track: Pediatric Specialty Day

Description

This interactive panel session will review pediatric hand therapy protocols for non-operative and post-operative patients. Our panel of experts will highlight three protocols from their institutions including intra-articular fractures, syndactyly and camptodactyly. Attendees will be invited to engage in an in-depth discussion regarding protocols related to upper extremity fractures and congenital limb differences.  

Cara Smith - Intra-articular Fractures
Sandra Schmieg - Syndactyly & Soft Tissue Release
Peggy Faussett - Camptodactyly

Objectives

  • Describe at least 1 technique for management of intra-articular fractures, syndactyly and camptodactyly

  • Design a treatment plan that includes evidence-based practice for management of intra-articular fractures, syndactyly and camptodactyly

  • Apply general protocol guidelines to management of trauma and congenital upper limb differences in pediatric patients