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SUMMARY:Principles of Paediatric Trauma Casting and Splinting - July 2026
DESCRIPTION:During this one day course delegates will learn the theory and treatment of commonly seen children’s orthopaedic injuries as well as basic casting techniques and skills.\nDate and time:  Tuesday 14th July 2026 \nTimes:  8:30am – 5:00pm \nVenue:  Eldon Court Education Centre\, Newcastle City Centre \nFee: £225 \nCourse description\nOrthopaedic casting is a procedural skill. It requires a theoretical basis to underpin practical application and a course of guided practice. \nThis consultant and orthopaedic practitioner led course will explore the appropriate prescription relating to all paediatric musculoskeletal injuries including fractures and will cover the safe application of backslabs and splinting techniques. \nThe hybrid theoretical and practical approach of this course includes interactive presentations\, regular Q&A sessions\, assessment and periods of reflection. By the end of the day delegates will be able to: \n\nunderstand the anatomy\, physiology and management of common paediatric orthopaedic trauma and injuries;\ninterpret the British Orthopaedic Association (BOA) Casting Guidelines specific to prescription and application;\nfeel confident\, when following the theoretical basis\, to make sound judgements when applying the BOA casting guidelines in the selection of the appropriate casting technique\, focusing on prescription\, materials\, positioning\, and application process;\ndemonstrate clinical and practical skills required to perform safe casting techniques practiced in workshop conditions.\n\nClose up Casting Photo \nAudience\nThis course is aimed at doctors in training\, nursing staff and healthcare assistants working in a paediatric accident and emergency or other urgent care setting\, and wards where staff care for children with injuries. \nWe also welcome applications from orthopaedic practitioners and plaster technicians who do not currently work in a trauma or paediatric setting\, or who would like to refresh their skills. \nClose up Casting Photo \nFees\n The practical nature of this full day course means that places are limited with a slightly high fee than a mainly theoretical course.  For further information on making payments please see our FAQ – Making Payments \nCancellation and refunds policy\nShould you no longer be able to attend the event on the booked date\, please contact the Academy as we may be able to offer an alternative date subject to an admin charge.  To cancel your place you must email nuth.newcastlehospitalsskillsacademy@nhs.net \nShould you still wish to cancel your booking\, you or your employer will be charged as per the fees outlined below. \n\n\n\nTimescale\nFee paying course\n\n\nOver 6 weeks\n£25 admin charge\n\n\n2 to 6 weeks\n50% of course fee\n\n\n0 to 2 weeks\n100% of course fee\n\n\n\nIf you do not attend on the day\, you will be charged the full cost of the event place. \nSee our Terms & Conditions and Cancellations & Refunds pages for more details.
URL:https://skillsacademy.newcastle-hospitals.nhs.uk/course/principles-of-paediatric-trauma-casting-and-splinting-july-2026/
LOCATION:Eldon Court (ED) – Newcastle upon Tyne\, Eldon Court\, 2 Percy Street\, Newcastle Upon Tyne\, Tyne and Wear\, NE1 7YE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Trauma casting courses
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SUMMARY:Principles of Adult Trauma Casting and Splinting - July 2026
DESCRIPTION:During this one day course delegates will learn the theory and treatment of commonly seen adult orthopaedic injuries as well as basic casting techniques and skills.\n\nDate:    Wednesday 15th July 2026 \nTimes:  8:30am – 5:00pm \nVenue:  Eldon Court Education Centre\, Newcastle City Centre \n\n\nCourse description\nOrthopaedic casting is a procedural skill. It requires a theoretical basis to underpin practical application and a course of guided practice. \nThis consultant and orthopaedic practitioner led course will explore the appropriate prescription relating to all musculoskeletal injuries including fractures and will cover the safe application of backslabs and splinting techniques. \nDelivery of the course comprises presentations and workshop learning led by specialists in their field: \n\nMr Dan Hipps\, Orthopaedic Surgeon\nPaul Maher\, Senior Orthopaedic Practitioner\nFiona Spruce\, Clinical Specialist/Team Lead Physiotherapist (Orthopaedic/Plastic Surgery Hands)\n\nThe hybrid theoretical and practical approach includes interactive presentations\, regular Q&A sessions\, assessment and periods of reflection. By the end of the course\, the delegate will be able to: \n\nunderstand the anatomy\, physiology and management of common orthopaedic injuries and trauma;\ninterpret the British Orthopaedic Association (BOA) Casting Guidelines specific to prescription and application;\nfeel confident\, when following the theoretical basis\, to make sound judgements when applying the BOA casting guidelines in the selection of the appropriate casting technique\, focusing on prescription\, materials\, positioning and application process;\ndemonstrate clinical and practical skills required to perform safe casting techniques practiced in workshop conditions.\n\n\nAudience\nThis course is aimed at doctors in training\, nursing staff and healthcare assistants working in an accident and emergency or urgent care setting as well as physiotherapists\, occupational therapists and nursing staff with an interest in musculoskeletal trauma and injuries. \nWe also welcome applications from orthopaedic practitioners and plaster technicians who do not currently work in a trauma setting\, or who would like to refresh their skills. \n\nFees\n The practical nature of this full day course means that places are limited with a slightly high fee than a mainly theoretical course.  For further information on making payments please see our FAQ – Making Payments \nCancellation and refunds policy\nShould you no longer be able to attend the event on the booked date\, please contact the Academy as we may be able to offer an alternative date subject to an admin charge.  To cancel your place you must email nuth.newcastlehospitalsskillsacademy@nhs.net \nShould you still wish to cancel your booking\, you or your employer will be charged as per the fees outlined below. \n\n\n\nTimescale\nFee paying course\n\n\nOver 6 weeks\n£25 admin charge\n\n\n2 to 6 weeks\n50% of course fee\n\n\n0 to 2 weeks\n100% of course fee\n\n\n\nIf you do not attend on the day\, you will be charged the full cost of the event place. \nSee our Terms & Conditions and Cancellations & Refunds pages for more details.
URL:https://skillsacademy.newcastle-hospitals.nhs.uk/course/principles-of-adult-trauma-casting-and-splinting-july-2026/
LOCATION:Eldon Court (ED) – Newcastle upon Tyne\, Eldon Court\, 2 Percy Street\, Newcastle Upon Tyne\, Tyne and Wear\, NE1 7YE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Trauma casting courses
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