Physical Therapist Lynn Rupert tells other Physical Therapists why they should get training by Kristen Birkmeier of Pediatric Therapy Training.com
Lynn Rupert Recommends Pediatric Therapy Training by Kristen Birkmeier
March 15, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Fabricating Shoe Inserts for a Young Child
March 4, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Presented by
Kristen Birkmeier, MSPT
Hi, .
In this video presentation, I will introduce you to a 2½ year old little boy named Henry. I met him and his mother during a workshop demonstration. Henry has bilateral flat feet with forefoot pronation. You will learn how to assess and fabricate shoe inserts to correct the malalignment of his feet.
The casting material I use and recommend is J&J Delta-Lite FlashCast Elite® casting tape (2” rolls) with the Teddy Bear pattern. See below a listing of all materials used, as well as some of the many websites where you can purchase the materials used in the video.
RehabMart.com
Dema Grip Compression Stockinette
2” Size A Natural
Item No. NC-42500 $43.39
Roylan Latex-Free Moleskin
9” x 4 yds. Beige
Item No. SP-5545721 $58.76
Extra Soft Splint Padding
¼” x 8” x 12” – Pack of 5
Item No. SP-55320205 $44.16
eGeneralMedical.com
J&J (Fiberglass Free casting tape)
FlashCast Elite® Teddy Bears
2” x 4 yds. 10 rolls/box
Item No. CEP-JJ4082 $143.99
KVsupply.com
Lister Bandage Scissors (floor grade)
Stainless Steel 4½”
Item No. 81637 $4.49
Northerntool.com
Gerber Folding mini Utility Knife
Model No. 22-00804 $8.99
Amazon.com
EMT First Aid Trauma Utility Shears
Bandage Scissors $5.80
Additional Supplies Needed:
- 1 adult aluminum finger splints – 12 inch length (cut in half lengthwise and widthwise)
- ½” silk tape (available at most pharmacies)
- latex-free gloves (available at most pharmacies)
- 2” ace bandage (available at most pharmacies)
- crayon
- plastic container for water (approximately 6” wide and 6“ deep)
The Use of External Supports in Pediatric Therapy
March 1, 2011 By Leave a Comment
I’m often asked by participants in my workshops to discuss external supports that I use to augment and extend my handling skills when treating the children in my pediatric physical therapy practice. We all learn tricks of the trade so to speak as we develop and refine our clinical skills throughout our professional careers. Over the years I’ve learned to utilize many supports that work very effectively to enhance a child’s functional ability both during and between therapy sessions. Let’s take a look and I’ll highlight some of my favorite external supports for you… [Read more...]