Spinal fractures are increasingly common in Singapore and can have serious consequences if not managed appropriately. Healthcare staff working in the inpatient setting are likely to encounter patients with spinal fractures and should be equipped with skillsets to safely manage them.
This course is designed to equip healthcare professionals caring for patients with spinal fractures with:
1) An understanding of the roles of surgery, physiotherapy and spinal bracing in the management of spinal fractures
2) Safe manual handling skills for patients with spinal fractures
3) Tips on the use and care of spinal fracture braces
This half day course will comprise of lectures and a hands-on practical workshop
