Courses

During this one day course delegates will learn the theory and treatment of commonly seen hand injuries as well as basic casting techniques and skills.

Date and time:  Monday 13^th July 2026

Time:  8:30am – 5:00pm

Venue:  Eldon Court Education Centre, Newcastle City Centre

Fee: £225

Course description

Orthopaedic casting is a procedural skill. It requires a theoretical basis to underpin practical application and a course of guided practice.

The instructors leading this course will be an orthopaedic hand surgeon and orthopaedic practitioner specialising in casting techniques and they will be joined by a specialist hand therapist.

The course content will cover fractures and soft tissue trauma and explore the appropriate prescription relating to the injury including the safe application of backslabs, casts and splinting techniques. (Please note this course does not include thermos plastic splinting.)

The hybrid theoretical and practical approach includes presentations, regular Q&A sessions and assessment, periods of reflection as well as the opportunity to practice casting, all designed to support delegates to:

• review the anatomy and physiology of common hand injuries;
• learn from experts about the optimal management of common hand injuries;
• understand the principles of hand rehabilitation and splint management of common conditions;
• consider professional accountability and legal issues associated with cast application;
• understand the theoretical basis to justify the decision making process in the selection of the appropriate casting technique, focusing on prescription, materials, positioning, and application process;
• demonstrate, in workshop conditions, the ability to implement and evaluate a prescription plan, including the appropriate selection and application of materials and casting techniques;
• demonstrate, in workshop conditions, the clinical and practical skills required to perform safe casting techniques;
• demonstrate an understanding and awareness of the requirements for safe removal of a cast;
• clearly articulate how the knowledge and skills gained will help develop their current competence.

Audience

This course is aimed at:

• doctors in training,
• physiotherapists and occupational therapists with a special interest in the treatment and rehabilitation of hand injuries and conditions,
• nursing staff with an interest in hand injuries and conditions,
• orthopaedic practitioners and plaster technicians.

Delivery of the course presentations and workshop learning will be led by:

• Mr Pat Crowley, Consultant Plastic Hand Surgeon with a special interest in hand and sarcoma surgery
• Paul Maher, Senior Orthopaedic Practitioner

The delivery team will be accompanied by one of our clinical physiotherapists specialising in plastic hand surgery.

Fees 

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

Cancellation and refunds policy

Should 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 [email protected]

Should you still wish to cancel your booking, you or your employer will be charged as per the fees outlined below.

If you do not attend on the day, you will be charged the full cost of the event place.

See our Terms & Conditions and Cancellations & Refunds pages for more details.